'Sculpture In The Garden' To Open For Monthlong Run In Walnut Creek

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21st Annual Sculpture in the Garden

Month-long exhibition and sale at Ruth Bancroft Garden: June 19 – July 19

The Ruth Bancroft Garden’s (RBG) 21st Annual Sculpture in the Garden exhibition and sale in Walnut Creek boasts a mind-blowing outdoor sculpture gallery for an entire month.

Follow the meandering pathways to discover more than 50 curated sculptures by local and regional artists. The stunningly sculptural succulent plants create a magical setting for public-scale works and pieces perfect for a home or public garden.

· Opening Night: Friday, June 19, 5:30 to 8 p.m. – Celebrate the unveiling of the exhibition and mingle with the artists while sipping champagne in the Garden at sunset. Cost is $50/person; $45/RBG Members.

· Saturday, June 20: First chance for the general public to view the sculptures. Bring a picnic, take a tour and meet the artists. Docent garden tours throughout the day.

· Father’s Day: June 21 – Live music, docent garden tours throughout the day, and free admission for dads.

· Thursday Evenings at RBG: June 4 through August 27 – Enjoy the Garden from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

· Blues, BBQ and Beer Sunset Social: Friday, July 17, 5 to 8 p.m. – Enjoy a summer evening in the Garden on the last Friday of the sculpture exhibit. Live jazz music by HowellDevine; beer from Walnut Creek’s CaliCraft Brewing Company, delicious barbeque. $15/person in advance, $25/at the door, not including food and drinks.

· The Sculptures will be in the Garden through July 19.

The Ruth Bancroft Garden is at 1552 Bancroft Road, Walnut Creek CA 94598.

Purchase event tickets and more information: visit www.ruthbancroftgarden.org or call 925-944-9352.

General admission: Adults/$10; seniors and students/$8; children and RBG members free during regular hours (Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Free parking.