Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Descano Gardens offers rose walk on Mother's Dat

Garden Walk: A Walk Through the First Bloom of Roses, 1 p.m. May 9, Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada. Descanso's Rosarium Horticulturist Justin Huff leads an easy stroll through the early blooms of the season. Free with Gardens admission: $8 adults, $6 seniors/students, $3 children 5-12. (818) 949-4200 or visit www.descansogardens.org.

Established as a public garden in 1954, Descanso Gardens is at 1418 Descanso Drive, La CaƱada Flintridge, near the interchange of the 2 and 210 freeways. A popular setting for weddings, parties and meeting in addition to being a location for numerous feature films and television shows, the Gardens are open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily except Christmas Day. Parking is free. Admission fees are $8 for adults; $6 for seniors and students; $3 for children 5 to 12, and free for members and children 5 and younger. Fees for classes and programs include Gardens admission.
For information, call (818) 949-4200 or visit www.descansogardens.org. Descanso Gardens is accredited by the American Association of Museums.

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