Events
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Midsummer Arts Festival
The third annual Midsummer Garden Arts Fair is scheduled for June 29, 2024 in the Shakespeare Garden at Ellis Park.
The festivities will officially begin at 7:00pm, but everyone is welcome to arrive a little early to set up their lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic paraphernalia. In the unwelcome chance of rain, the event will be moved to Overlook Pavilion in Ellis Park.
Representing the Northwest Neighbors Neighborhood Association, Al Pierson will introduce the festivities for the evening. The event includes many renowned musicians who are part of the Five Seasons Chamber Music Festival. Music will be a mix of medieval, folk music from Shakespeare’s time, and other classical selections. Darren and Robyn Crow will read a scene as Benedick and Beatrice from Much Ado About Nothing. Dancing and music, “Sweet Kate (English Country Dance)” by John Young will be performed. The dancers will be staged by Carol Maxwell Rezabek. As part of the audience, you will have the opportunity to join in and learn the dance. Selections from Shakespeare will be read by Stephanie Wagor, President of the Wednesday Shakespeare Club. Madrigal singing will be directed by Fred Kiser.
An update on the progress of the renovation of the garden will be shared by Lisa Ramlo of Friends of Shakespeare Garden.
This event is a family event, sponsored by: The Northwest Neighbors Neighborhood Association, Five Seasons Chamber Music Festival, Cedar Rapids Garden Club, The City of Cedar Rapids, The Wednesday Shakespeare Club, and Friends of Shakespeare Garden.
Photo opportunities with the Bard himself will be available.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Group Gardening
Group gardening takes place every Wednesday, June through September. Adopt a garden bed and take care of the 4X8 ft. space.
Dedicate the bed to a loved one or share your favorite quote with garden visitors on the Garden bed dedication plaque.
Time subject to change based on weather.
Planting Day
Planting day in the garden! Join us and bring your garden tools. If it rains, we’ll reschedule for May 23rd.
Garden Clean Up Day!
Clean up day at the garden! Join us with your garden tools and a collection bag (if you can).
FOSG Horticulture Committee Meeting
All our welcome to join the Horticulture Committee meeting.
It will take place on the 2nd floor atrium.
FOSG Venue & Events Committee Meeting
Join the FOSG Venue and Events Committee for their next meeting.
"What is a Shakespeare Garden?" Class at the 2024 Winter Gardening Fair
Linn County Master Gardener and FOSG Horticulture Co-Chair Brenda Van Gorp presents “What is a Shakespeare Garden?” at the Winter Gardening Fair, hosted by Iowa State Extension and Outreach.
Named for poet and playwright William Shakespeare, a garden is designed to evoke the Bard's native English countryside. How can you incorporate these elements into your own garden? We’re in a different hardiness zone than Shakespeare’s homeland. Learn about the closest Shakespeare Garden right here in Cedar Rapids. Discover the garden that’s been in existence since its 1927 inception.
Click here to register for the fair and preview all available classes.
Events & Programs Committee Meeting
Join the Events & Programs Committee for a meeting on October 30th at Winestyles.
Garden Clean Up
Let’s take care of our Shakespeare Garden! Help us clean and maintain the area.
Midsummer Garden Arts Fair
In July 2023, the Midsummer Garden Arts Fair was hosted at the Shakespeare Garden in Cedar Rapids.