‘Leaf Litter’ Exhibition - A collection by Maya Harrison

Lagoons Gallery and Café
4 May – 29 May 2011

Leaf litter in reality is a collection of decaying leaves, twigs, petals and bark, including all the bits that fall from plants and creatures. Leaf litter is the home of thousands of small animals and insects, as well as millions of bacteria and fungi. The interactions within leaf litter help to maintain soil fertility and structure.

Maya’s ‘Leaf Litter’ exhibition is also a collection, not only of some of its features, but also a variety of different mediums used to depict the delicates, patterns and surprises we often walk over. Maya has also used the exhibition as a venue to highlight intricacies of the plant biology, ecosystems, leaf shapes and the purpose of Latin naming , just to subtlety educate the community while viewing the Artworks.

Featured image is titled…‘Leaf Litter Light’

Meet the artist… May 14, 1.00pm – 3.00pm at Lagoons Gallery and Cafe

The Lagoons Gallery and Cafe is open Wednesday to Friday - 10am to 3pm, Weekends 9am to 4pm.

Cost is free

Contact Maya Harrison at the Botanic Gardens 4952 7300 or email botanic@mackay.qld.gov.au

Did you know? Free Guided Walks are on again

Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
Every Friday at 9.30am

The scenic lagoons and glorious foliage make perfect backdrops during your informative stroll through the picturesque Botanic Gardens.  (Approx an hour in duration).

Join us 9.30am Fridays (April – October) at the Administration Building or let us know you wish to come along by contacting the Gardens and booking a date with us.

Needing refreshments later? Try the tantalising menu at the Lagoons Café and view the ever changing art exhibitions in the Lagoons Gallery.

Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens > ph 4952 7300
Lagoons Café opening hours Wednesday - Friday 10am – 3pm > Saturday - Sunday 9am - 4pm phone 4952 4966

Garden Friends Planting Bee

Saturday, May 21

One of the many regular activities the Friends of the Gardens group participate in.

The Garden Friends will be planting in the Sarina / Proserpine Gardens at their next Planting Bee on Saturday, May 21. 

This is a great opportunity to come along and learn more about the types of plants which grow in the Sarina and Proserpine areas of our Central Queensland Coastal Bioregion. Planting Bees also offer all budding green thumbs a chance to get their hands dirty and help the Gardens extend their plant collection.

All Planting Bees commence at 9am sharp; with a “planting induction” and participants are asked to remember to slip, slop, slap and wear closed in footwear.

For more information, contact the Botanic Gardens on 4952 7300 or email botanic@mackay.qld.gov.au

Sunday in the Park

May 15,  2.00pm – 4.00pm
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
Tropical Sun Lawn, adjacent to the main entrance, 9 Lagoon Street

Bring a chair or a blanket, B.Y.O. picnic or purchase some yummy treats from the Lagoons Cafe which is open until 4pm, then settle back, and enjoy the sounds of local musicians at this free concert.

The concert led by Dave Wilson who supplies the sound gear is different each month as a variety of musicians add their own flavour to the mix. The afternoon is run by the blackboard system, three songs per person initially.

For more information, contact Dave Wilson Ph.4942 4477 or contact Botanic Gardens 4952 7300. botanic@mackay.qld.gov.au

Free Guided Walk for Small Explorers

Friday, May 27... 10.00am
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
Under Eights Week - 'Bush to Beach: Let them Grow'

“Bush to Beach: Let them Grow” provides an opportunity for young children to learn through experiences about the environment. This year's theme is reflective of the International Year of Forests. The Botanic Gardens is a great place to discover and learn.

Small Explorers (young children) and their parents are invited to come for a special walk through our Tropical Shade Garden and seek out the secrets of the environment.

Find, watch and inspect wildlife, check out their homes, and how they move. Look for and match different shaped and coloured leaves. Check out how different plants grow, from fungi to air plants.

The walk also includes story reading and artistic activities.

Join us at 10.00am Friday, May 27 at the Administration Building. Please let us know if you wish to come along by contacting the Gardens on 4952 7300 or email botanic@mackay.qld.gov.au.