Public invited to UGA Trial Gardens annual open house July 11 What began as a vacant lot and one man’s dream has blossomed into world-renowned research gardens, where materials from plant breeders across the world are tested and displayed each year. The public can get a first-hand look at the UGA Trial Gardens at its annual open house July 11 from 8 a.m. until noon. The gardens sit between Snelling Dining Hall and the pharmacy building. Parking is available in the South Campus Parking Deck. The gardens are open round the clock to visitors free of charge. During the annual open house, however, tours will be led by horticulture professor Allan Armitage and his students. A well-known writer, speaker, researcher and teacher, Armitage spearheaded the gardens’ creation in 1982. The author of 13 books, Armitage will have signed copies available at the open house. Advanced and novice gardeners visit the gardens throughout the year to gather ideas for their own gardens and to view the latest plant releases. In addition to being a popular site for gardeners, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences faculty and staff use it for research and teaching. The gardens are also a resource for breeders, retailers, growers, landscapers and consumers. A plant sale featuring interesting and hard-to-find plants is a new feature of this year’s open house. Rain barrels and garden art from a local artist will be available for purchase. The event will be held rain or shine and a donation of $5 is requested. For more information or for directions, visit the Web site at ugatrial.hort.uga.edu. —April Sorrow

exhibitions.
Out on a Limb: An Artful Journey, works by artist Judy Bolton Jarrett. Through July 19. Visitor Center, State Botanical Garden. (706) 542-6130, villella@uga.edu.

Celebration, watercolors by Jamie Calkin, department of mathematics and science education. 232 Aderhold Hall. Through Aug. 30. In conjunction with the College of Education’s centennial anniversary. (706) 546-4703, jaimecalkin@gmail.com.

Monday, June 29
Children’s camp.
Summer Academy at UGA: Secret Agent Camp. Students ages 11-15 learn martial arts, surveillance techniques and covert operations as they develop critical thinking skills, problem-solving techniques, discipline and teamwork from a secret agent’s point of view. $309. 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Through July 2. Georgia Center. (706) 542-3537, www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/summeracademy

Recital.
Julie Harvey, piano. 3:35 p.m. Ramsey Hall, Performing Arts Center. (706) 542-3737, www.music.uga.edu.

Wednesday, July 1
Last day of classes.
For Summer Short Session I. Final Exams July 2.

Ninja Scout Adventure Camp.
Children ages 9-12 learn Asian arts, Native American wisdom and African music. The curriculum is drawn from Chinese kung fu, Indian wrestling and yoga, Native American wilderness awareness and African call and response singing. $85 ($75 members). Fee includes materials, snack and T-shirt. Participants should pack a sack lunch for each day. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. through July 2. Day Chapel, State Botanical Garden. (706) 542-6156, ckeber@uga.edu.

Scientific Research Day.
Keynote speaker: Dr. Griffin Rodgers, director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Graduate students and postdoctoral associates are invited to submit an abstract. 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Paul D. Coverdell Center. Sponsored by the Graduate Students and Post Docs in Science, the Office of the Vice President for Research and the Biomedical Health Sciences Institute. (706) 542-5922, kns@uga.edu.

Film.
Winter Light (1962). Introduction by Janice Simon, art. 7 p.m. Lamar Dodd School of Art. Part of Ingmar Bergman’s Trilogy and The Seventh Seal: Questions of Faith and Spirituality in Film summer film series. Sponsored by the Georgia Museum of Art, the UGA Parents and Families Association and the Lamar Dodd School of Art. (706) 542-4662, www.uga.edu/gamuseum.

Friday, July 3
Independence Day holiday observed.
No classes. UGA offices closed.

Sunday, July 5
Concert.
Classic City Band. 3 p.m. Visitor Center, Great Room, State Botanical Garden. (706) 542-1244, garden@uga.edu.

Monday, July 6
First day of classes.
For Summer Short Session II.

Children’s camp.
Garden Earth Nature Camp 2. Campers investigate water, insects and trees. 9 a.m.–noon. Through July 10. Also July 13-17. $95 ($85 members). Visitor Center, State Botanical Garden. (706) 542-6156, ckeber@uga.edu.

Children’s camps.
Summer Academy at UGA: Mini Medical School, ages 11–15, $349 and Summer Academy at UGA: Robots Plus Animation Camp, ages 11–15, $299. 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. through July 10. Also Summer Academy at UGA: Advanced Film School, ages 12-17, $679, through July 17. Georgia Center. (706) 542-3537, www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/summeracademy.

Film.
I Love You, Man. $2. Free for fees-paid students with valid UGACards and new students attending orientation. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tate Student Center Theater. Also July 8. Sponsored by the University Union Student Programming Board. (706) 542-6396, www.uga.edu/union.

Tuesday, July 7
Full Moon Canoe Paddle and cookout.
$30; $25 faculty and staff; $20 students. 6–10 p.m. Lake Chapman, Sandy Creek Park. Register by July 6 at the cashier’s window in the Ramsey Student Center. (706) 542-8030, recjls@uga.edu.

Wednesday, July 8
Staff Council Meeting.
2:30 p.m. 350 Miller Learning Center.

Film.
The Silence (1964). Introduction by Janice Simon, art. 7 p.m. Lamar Dodd School of Art. Part of Ingmar Bergman’s Trilogy and The Seventh Seal: Questions of Faith and Spirituality in Film summer film series. (706) 542-4662, www.uga.edu/gamuseum.

Film.
I Love You, Man. $2. Free for fees-paid students with valid UGACards and new students attending orientation. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tate Student Center Theater. Sponsored by the University Union Student Programming Board. (706) 542-6396, www.uga.edu/union.

Thursday, July 9
Garden Jewelry Class.
Learn to make ornaments for your garden. $27 ($24 members). 6:30–8:30 p.m. Visitor Center, Great Room, State Botanical Garden. (706) 542-6156, ckeber@uga.edu.

Friday, July 10
Caving.
4 p.m.–10 p.m. July 11. Petty John’s Cave. $75; $70 faculty and staff; $65 students. Register by July 8 at the cashier’s window in the Ramsey Student Center. (706) 542-8030, recjls@uga.edu.

Pool Social.
Fridays In July starting July 10. 8–10 p.m. Legion Pool. Sponsored by International Student Life. (706) 542-5867.

Saturday, July 11
Panther Creek Day Hike.
Seven-mile moderate trail hike along Panther Creek and by a waterfall. $35; $30 faculty and staff; $25 students. Register by July 8 at the cashier’s window in the Ramsey Student Center. (706) 542-8030, recjls@uga.edu.

UGA Trial Gardens Public Open House.
Guided tours by Allan Armitage, plant sale, rain barrel sale and book sale and signing. $5 donation appreciated. 8 a.m.–noon. UGA Trial Gardens (behind Snelling Dining Hall and next to the pharmacy building).(706) 302-4351, http://ugatrial.hort.uga.edu. (See story, above).

Sunday, July 12
Rafting Trip.
Whitewater rafting on the Nantahala River in North Carolina. $65; $55 faculty and staff; $45 students. 7 a.m. departure. Register by July 8 at the cashier’s window in the Ramsey Student Center. (706) 542-8030, recjls@uga.edu.

Monday, July 13
Film.
Observe and Report. $2. Free for fees-paid students with valid UGACards and new students attending orientation. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tate Student Center Theater. Also July 15. Sponsored by the University Union Student Programming Board. (706) 542-6396, www.uga.edu/union.

Advanced Scuba class.
For those who have obtained PADI Open Water certification. $100 faculty and staff, $95 students. 6–9 p.m. July 13 and 15. 6–8 p.m. July 14. Ramsey Center. Register by July 8 at the cashier’s window in the Ramsey Student Center. (706) 542-8030, recjls@uga.edu.

Children’s camp.
Summer Academy at UGA: Beginning Film School, ages 11-17. $369. 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. through July 17. Georgia Center. (706) 542-3537, www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/summeracademy.

Coming up
Sunflower Music Series Concert.
July 14. FiveEight (three-piece rock band) performs. $15 ($10 for members and $5 for children). 7 p.m. Flower Garden, State Botanical Garden. (706) 542-1244, garden@uga.edu.

Countdown to Kickoff.
July 18. $25 or $75 for a family package of four tickets. 3–6 p.m. UGA football practice fields. www.ugakickoff.com.