Fairchild Garden's Plants and People Program for Alzheimer's

Are you or a loved one living with Alzheimer’s? If so, then come to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and experience the power of plants.

Fairchild is pleased to present the Plants and People Program for Alzheimer’s. Early to mid-stage patients and their caregivers will be treated to lunch and an exclusive and interactive tram tour of Fairchild.

The program is free, courtesy of Fairchild. Upcoming dates are Monday, May 2 & Monday, May 16. Registration is requested one week in advance of each offering. Please RSVP to 305-667-1651, Ext. 3388. Early registration is encouraged, as there is limited seating.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is dedicated to exploring, explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants. It is one of the premier conservation and education-based gardens in the world and a recognized international leader in both Florida and international conservation. Currently Fairchild has field programs in more than 20 countries including support to protected areas in Madagascar and Africa and botanic garden development and renovation projects in South and Central America, the Caribbean and Middle East.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden houses palm and cycad collections that are nationally recognized by the American Public Gardens Association (APGA), has the world’s greatest living collection of palms and cycads; an education program reaching more than 70,000 school children per year; hosts popular events like the International Chocolate Festival, International Mango Festival and International Orchid Festival, the Edible Garden Festival, the Ramble, concerts, affiliated plant society shows and sales and more; and, is a not-for-profit organization relying on the support of its 45,000 members and benefactors.

Fairchild hosts major art events such as Les Lalanne at Fairchild and Yoko Ono’s Wishing Grove this year, Yayoi Kusama at Fairchild last year, Mark di Suvero, Fernando Botero, Dale Chihuly and Kris Martin at Fairchild in 2008, Botero, Lichtenstein and Chihuly at Fairchild in 2007 and Chihuly at Fairchild in 2005 and 2006.

Fairchild is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, just a 30 minute drive from South Beach. Admission is $25 for adults, $18 for seniors, $12 for children 6-17 and free to children 5 and under and Fairchild members. For more information, please visit us at www.fairchildgarden.org and on Facebook and Twitter.

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Earth Day is FREE at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Fairchild is offering free admission to all visitors on Earth Day, Friday, April 22. In support of earth-friendly products, The Shop at Fairchild will have a display of sustainable and recycled products for purchase and will offer a 10% discount on all items in The Shop. This is the perfect opportunity to walk Fairchild’s grounds, have a family picnic, admire the monumental sculptures of Claude and Françoise-Xavier Lalanne, make a wish at Yoko Ono’s Wishing Grove or simply sit on a bench and read your favorite book while overlooking 83 acres of lush tropical paradise.

Francois-Xavier Lalanne's,
Canard Sur L'Eau, 2006

In addition to free admission, guests can take advantage of the following special offers on Earth Day!
* Enjoy Free Admission to the garden
* Indulge the little ones in educational Kids' Activities
* Eat gourmet food from local food trucks gastroPod and MexZican Gourmet
* Learn about local non-profit environmental organizations
* Membership Special: 50% off for new members. Renewing members receive 10% off. Special Earth Day offers are available by phone or in person only on April 22. 

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden and Books & Books present a special Earth Day book signing featuring author Joel M. Curzon presenting his book Light Fading: Reflections on the Imperiled Everglades. This event takes place at 3 p.m. in the Garden House and is free of charge. Please RSVP to marketing@fairchildgarden.org. 

Earth Day, originated by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson in 1970 and now observed throughout the world, is intended to inspire awareness of and appreciation for the Earth’s environment. Fairchild serves its mission as an advocate for saving tropical plant diversity by exploring, explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants and inspiring a greater knowledge and love for plants and gardening so that all can enjoy the beauty and bounty of the tropical world.

Yoko Ono's Wishing Garden

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, the oldest major cultural institution in Miami-Dade County, is dedicated to exploring, explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants. It is one of the premier conservation and education-based gardens in the world and a recognized international leader in both Florida and international conservation. Fairchild also hosts major art events such as Les Lalanne at Fairchild and Yoko Ono’s Wishing Grove this year, Yayoi Kusama at Fairchild last year, Mark di Suvero, Fernando Botero, Dale Chihuly and Kris Martin at Fairchild in 2008, Botero, Lichtenstein and Chihuly at Fairchild in 2007 and Chihuly at Fairchild in 2005 and 2006.


Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables (Miami), just a 30-minute drive from South Beach. For more information, visit us at www.fairchildgarden.org and on Facebook and Twitter.

Imagine There's No Hunger with the Hard Rock Cafe

"This is a beautiful step towards world peace. By imagining there's no hunger, like what John sang in his song, we express our strong desire to bring a world in which children will never again suffer from hunger or poverty. Let's come together and help spread this message around the world." -Yoko Ono Lennon

In 1971, John Lennon released his song "Imagine," and empowered every individual of the world by inviting them to envision a world of peace, a world free of poverty. Decades later, as the world celebrates what would have been his 70th birthday, Lennon's lyrics continue to influence and inspire. Lennon's vision of a better world lives on as his wife, artist and musician Yoko Ono Lennon joins Hard Rock International for IMAGINE THERE'S NO HUNGER, a global campaign to benefit WhyHunger in its fight against childhood hunger and poverty around the world. Dedicated to its LOVE ALL – SERVE ALL motto, proceeds from Hard Rock's campaign will directly benefit WhyHunger and its grassroots partners around the globe in hopes of finding a long-term solution through sustainable agriculture.

"John Lennon, my husband, had a vision of a world free of hunger and at peace forever," said Yoko Ono Lennon. "Together let's imagine there's no hunger. Imagine a world where all kids have enough food to eat. Imagine a world where the food that children eat is healthy and nutritious. Imagine a world where our youth take pride in growing, harvesting and selling good food. We can make such a world come true together, with hard work, love and conviction. IMAGINE!"

Setting the foundation for Hard Rocks' IMAGINE THERE'S NO HUNGER campaign will be the new John Lennon Artist Spotlight T-shirt, as well as a limited-edition pin and charity bracelet, featuring the powerful message "IMAGINE THERE'S NO HUNGER." Proceeds from the campaign will be donated directly to WhyHunger to benefit local grassroots partners, including the Pathfinder Academy in Kenya; the Pattanarak Foundation in Thailand; City of Joy in India; and MPP in Haiti. Each grassroots partner focuses on victims of poverty and helps teach sustainable farming and entrepreneurial skills for the future.

"I've seen firsthand how a campaign like IMAGINE can make a difference, and there is no greater feeling than being able to witness the impact that it's had on children and their families around the world," said Hamish Dodds, President and CEO, Hard Rock International, and Global Ambassador for WhyHunger. "Through this partnership between Hard Rock, Yoko Ono Lennon and WhyHunger, we're confident that every day we are getting closer and closer to a world without hunger and poverty."

Hard Rock locations around the globe are offering IMAGINE THERE'S NO HUNGER items in support of WhyHunger and its grassroots partners. IMAGINE merchandise will be available for a limited time only, and exclusively at Hard Rock's Rock Shops and www.hardrock.com, including

• John Lennon Artist Spotlight T-Shirt – The front of Hard Rock's new Artist Spotlight T-shirt features the globe within a peace sign, set atop a scroll-patterned background. Ribbons, bearing Hard Rock's mantra "Love All – Serve All" and the countries where WhyHunger's grassroots partners are located, complete the design. The back of the shirt features the influential message "IMAGINE THERE'S NO HUNGER" and John Lennon's self-portrait. Truly a symbol of world peace, this new 100% ringspun cotton t-shirt is available in charcoal grey in men's sizes (S – XXL). 15% of the net proceeds benefit WhyHunger and grassroots partners around the globe.
• IMAGINE THERE'S NO HUNGER Pin – This limited-edition benefit pin features John Lennon's portrait and Hard Rock's logo inside of a peace sign. This intricate design sits atop the statement "IMAGINE THERE'S NO HUNGER" and John Lennon's famous signature. 100% of the net proceeds benefit WhyHunger. ($12, available in Rock Shop)
• IMAGINE THERE'S NO HUNGER Charity Bracelet – Accessorize fashionably and charitably. This wristband is adorned with the influential message "IMAGINE THERE'S NO HUNGER" and John Lennon's self-portrait. Available in red, this must-have item also features the WhyHunger and Hard Rock International logos. 100% of the net proceeds benefit WHY and grassroots partners around the globe. ($1 or more donation in cafe)

"Having experienced hunger at a point in her young life, Yoko Ono Lennon understands the importance of teaching young people how to grow food in order to support themselves and feed their neighbors," said Bill Ayres, Founder, WhyHunger. "We are equally proud of our ongoing partnership with Hard Rock International, which has helped us raise millions of dollars to help fight hunger and poverty at home and abroad." For more information, please visit www.hardrock.com.