The April Garden Appreciation outing was a bus trip to Bendigo to visit the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion. On arrival at the Visitors' Centre, we were informed that a power outage meant morning tea by candlelight and no coffee! On a brighter note, the light drizzle cleared in time for a stroll around the extensive Peace Gardens, photographing its many and varied sculptures representing different religions. Inside the amazing Stupa itself, we received detailed information on Buddhism tenets and the history behind the erection of the Stupa, built with generous donations as well as a Govt. grant. The interior and exterior decorations are a work in progress.
After lunching at Bendigo R.S.L., Gwen allocated time to visit Bendigo Pottery on the way home. Thank you, Gwen Turner and Bendigo Bus Lines for an interesting day out.
Bev Thornell
Bev Thornell
Coming up on Thursday 25 May –‘Two Town Gardens’. Meet at the U3A Car Park at 9.30am. The first garden we will visit is at the home of Glenice and Bill Broderick, 71 Grant Drive, Benalla - a beautiful garden set back off the road. The second garden and morning tea is yet to be arranged. Lunch will be at the Benalla Golf Club. Please let me know if you are planning to attend for hospitality purposes - 0438 627 010 or email [email protected].
‘Lost & Found’ - Left at my place at the February ‘Small Gardens’ visit - 1 white dinner plate. Contact me on the number above and I will get back to you.
Cheers!
Gwen Turner
‘Lost & Found’ - Left at my place at the February ‘Small Gardens’ visit - 1 white dinner plate. Contact me on the number above and I will get back to you.
Cheers!
Gwen Turner
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