We are meeting this Thursday, July 16^th, at 9:30 AM at the spectacular Kent/MSU Grand Ideas Gardens at 775 Ball Ave.  There is so much to see – water falling into a koi pond, winding garden paths, benches, arbors and very interesting plants and flowers, all labeled.  This garden was designed by former RAG member CJ Brander, and has been maintained beutifully. Find their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/GrandIdeasGarden.  The Grand Ideas Garden is easy to find – on the corner of Bradford and Ball, right next to the Sheriff’s Department.  And there is plenty of parking. Details:  Even with the new mask mandate, it is really very similar to what we have been doing since March.  When outdoors, If we stay 6 feet apart no mask is needed.  So, since some of us have difficulty wearing masks, if you see someone WITHOUT a mask that means you stay 6 feet away. Bring sketch pad or art supplies, depending on how long you want to stay.  Note:  I’m not sure if the extension office will want us using the restrooms, so keep that in mind. Art and friends who do art is such a big part of our lives.  I like to think that we can safely meet outdoors and discuss and share our art. Looking forward to seeing you there!