Smoky Valley Arts and Folklife Center
Join in the celebration of summer with the Smoky Valley Arts and Folklife Center's Garden Tour on Sunday, June 25, 2023 from 4 to 7 p.m.
The Garden Tour features the following beautiful and unique Lindsborg lawns:
Vern & Linda Hubalek, 1222 Sapphire Lane - The Hubaleks have been working on their lawn and garden since building their home in 2012. The flower beds feature heirloom plantings from family, friends, and locations around McPherson County and the buffalo grass lawn reduces water usage. For years, Linda has enjoyed growing zinnias for the residents at Bethany Home. Featured artist: Verne Hubalek
Ed & Jane Radatz, 729 N. 1st – Ed has been gardening for nearly 50 years and says success is never a sure thing. His 4,000 square foot garden features a variety of vegetables including broccoli, peas, tomatoes, peppers and many others. He also has a wildflower bed that provides a pop of color. Featured artist: Ron Michael
Liz Strnad, 310 N. 3rd – An admitted ‘plant hoarder’ Liz has created a backyard oasis with inviting areas on her deck and side patio. Her garden is an example of xeriscape landscaping, maximizing containers to create conversation pockets throughout her yard. Featured artist: Darren.
Marsha & Brad Howe, 132 S. 2nd (use Grant St. entrance) – The Howe’s yard has undergone a magnificent transformation over the span of 27 and a half years, blossoming into a true oasis of natural beauty. Throughout their journey, they have thoughtfully integrated the works of talented local artists and skilled craftsmen into their captivating landscape designs. Featured artist: Debbie Wagoner
Bill & Sharon Christopher, 430 W. State – An eclectic yard that has something for everyone including perennials in the front yard, planting boxes with vegetables in the side yard, and trees and sitting areas in the backyard. Several plants were transplanted from Colorado when the Christophers moved to Lindsborg. Featured artist: Lloyd Rohr
Closing art show reception
The Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center (SVAFC) will also host its closing reception for the Community Arts & Crafts Exhibition on June 25 from 2-4 p.m. at its center located at 114 1/2 S. Main Street in Lindsborg, Kansas.
Last year’s exhibition was a lively mix of traditional to contemporary art offering a glimpse at the unique ways in which each person pursues self-expression, according to SVAFC chair Emily Howe. The center featured the works of nearly 40 area artists and craftsmen during the exhibition.
“The exhibition is a fitting tribute to the creative spirit of our community and the artisans among us,” Howe said. “I expect this year’s exhibition will be just as diverse and interesting.”
Ticket info and garden tour guidelines:
Tickets – Tickets can be purchased online for $25 until the day of the tour and picked up at SVAFC on Sunday, June 25 – the day of the tour until 5 p.m. Tickets can also be purchased the day of the tour for $30 at SVAFC. You will be asked for your ticket at each home.
● Bottled water will be provided at each home
● Photography and video are not permitted without asking the homeowner.
● There may be uneven surfaces and stairs at some of the locations.
● Bathrooms at the tour locations are not open to the public.
● Respect the homeowner’s privacy as noted on signage at the property.
● In case of inclement weather, the tour will be rescheduled to Jul 9, 2023.
The Garden Tour is not recommended for children under 12 years old. Parking at each of the homes will be on the street and walking distances will vary.