Latest news with #CherryBlossoms
Time of India
10-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Amaltas to Gulmohar, thematic trees to line up roads in Greater Noida soon
Noida: Like the Cherry Blossoms of Japan, Cherokee roses of the USA and Amaltas of Lutyens' Delhi, now plans to have thematic trees and plants across different green spaces, open areas, roadsides and central has also called upon RWAs, NGOs, entrepreneurs' associations and civil society groups to adopt green belts this monsoon as a part of its broader plan to transform Greater Noida into a 'city of flowers and fountains'. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The adoptee, officials said, will collaborate with the Authority in plantation activities and for the long-term upkeep of the green on special duty (horticulture) Abhishek Pathak said the Authority's plan is to have "one street, one tree variety". "Under it, a single variety of tree—Amaltas, Gulmohar or Palash—will be planted along a stretch to create a unique visual identity and aesthetic appeal for the area. For instance, on a 100-metre stretch, Gulmohar trees may be planted to add beauty and character to the area," he 2021, the Authority had planted (Cassia fistula Linn) along the road from Depot metro station towards Sector Mu and renamed the stretch as Amaltas Road after the flora. Kachnar (Bauhinia variegata) saplings were also planted from Amritpuram roundabout to Rampur roundabout, and the route was renamed Kachnar Singh, a resident of Sector Alpha 1, said a grove of Amaltas or Palash along the roadside will come as a welcome sight for residents of a city where gardens are practically a bunch of flowerpots on balconies. "People interested in gardening will be eager to support this drive. But the Authority should provide tools for gardening and fencing, if needed," he associations, however, urged the Greater Noida Authority not to lose sight of the several green belts and parks that are drying up across the city. A resident of Sector Beta 1, who did not wish to be named, said that each year, Authority plants thousands of saplings, but they die due to a lack of maintenance. "The initiative will need more than just residents' participation to succeed. Coordination will be key," he year, UP has proposed to plant 35 crore saplings to boost the state's green cover. Noida alone is to plant around 10 lakh saplings. To meet the target, a special plantation drive is proposed between July 1 and 7 as part of the annual Van Mahotsav celebrations.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Yahoo
7 free family-friendly things to do in Hamilton County parks this May
Weary of paying top dollar for mid outdoor adventures involving high strung ropes, wet slides and thick tires? With four large suburbs and an expansive network of county parks there's no shortage of free recreational activities in Hamilton County as summer nears. Here are some of the best family activities in May: A little-known bucolic gem in the suburb known for its high-tech entrepreneurship is this corner of fauna and flora on the East Side. The 33-acre urban farm at 11171 Florida Road opens its 5th season Thursday, May 1. The park has rows of planted produce such as tomatoes, squash, lettuce and sweet corn that are free for the picking, gardens, a playground, nature trail and nurseries. Patrons can also get close to animals in the livestock area, petting or feeding a horse, cattle, sheep chicken, goats and the resident pig, Otis. The farm this year added indoor restrooms and classroom and programming space. For more information call 317-595-3150 or visit The 125-acre county park in West Carmel offers much to explore at 11677 Towne Road. Visitors are welcomed by the Centerpiece, two 90-foot-high bell towers, a gazebo, fountain and tiered lawn seating. A trail winds around a recreational lake and leads to an arboretum, woods and garden, as well as a children's garden with village stores, a sun-dial, tiki huts and peek-a-boo hills. On May 24, the restored Williams House will open to the public for its free inaugural tour at 1 p.m. The two-story 1865 Italianate brick home has its original flooring in the kitchen, where a staircase leads to three bedrooms in their original layout on the second floor. On May 21, a tour of Coxhall Mansion will start at 4 pm. The tour will provide information about the Cox Family legacy, the park's namesake, the stately mansion, its grounds and the family's ties to Hamilton County. Fishers has several nature parks and within them, creeks, which can only mean one thing: creek stomping. The activity is as simple as it sounds — a chance to wade into the shallow water and explore what lurks below, or above: small fish, large birds, frogs, dragonflies, turtles and dragonflies. Skip rocks, build a dam. The four best spots in Fishers are: Flat Fork Creek Park,16141 E 101st St. Cheeney Creek Natural Area, 11030 Fishers Pointe Blvd. Cumberland Park, 10580 Cumberland Road Brooks School Park, 1180 Brooks School Road The City of Carmel will host its first-ever Cherry Blossom Festival on Sunday, May 4 at 1 p.m. The festival will be held at the Japanese Garden on the grounds of Carmel City Hall and is a celebration of Carmel's sister city, Kawachinagano, Japan, and Japanese culture. Visitors will get the opportunity to dabble in traditional Japanese arts such as calligraphy and try on garb like kimonos and yukata. Violinist Yuri Horiuchi will be among those performing music, dance and martial arts. Unfortunately the Cherry Blossoms will not be in bloom and the garden is undergoing an expansion — but pictures of the finished work will be available. Free parking is available in the following locations: Civic Square Garage, 50 Red Truck Road Veterans Way Garage at Carmel City Center, 100 City Center Drive The Center Public Parking at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, 819 3rd Ave. SW. Proscenium Garage, 1225 Veterans Way Peony Palooza takes over Noblesville on May 17 as the city celebrates the sweetly-scented large blooming state flower. The Indiana Peony Festival kicks off in Seminary Park, which will be alive with peonies, music, merchandise and plants for sale. More than 150 stores and other locations along the Peony Trail throughout downtown Noblesville will feature cut flowers, bouquets, plants, clothes and decor. This will be the festival's fifth anniversary. The Indiana general designated Peony as state flower in 1957. The festival drew 50,000 visitors to Noblesville last year. The Carmel-Clay Parks and Recreation Department gives children a chance to get their hands wet while communing with nature. The department celebrated Arbor Day 2025 by planting 100 native trees at West Park, 2700 W. 116th St. and is now seeking volunteers to water them. The free event is May 7 from 3:00 until 4:30 p.m. To sign up visit On May 11 participants of all ages and skill levels are invited to a free fishing day hosted by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources at Meadowlark Park, 450 Meadow Lane, at the East Shelter. Instructors will show participants how to tie knots, cast and reel in their catches and all supplies will be provided by DNR from 10:00 a.m. until noon. Register online at Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation's website. Call IndyStar reporter John Tuohy at 317-444-6418. Email at and follow on X/Twitter and Facebook. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: 7 free family-friendly things to do in Hamilton County parks this May
Rakyat Post
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Rakyat Post
Step Into The World's First LEGO Flower Garden At LEGOLAND Malaysia!
Subscribe to our FREE Gardens, specifically flower gardens, attract people due to a variety of factors, including the ability to connect with nature and simply the beauty of the scenery. However, creativity knows no limits. What if I told you that there is a flower garden made out of a combination of real plants and LEGO bricks? Sounds unbelievable and interesting right? Explore the world's first ever LEGO Flower Garden A concept that has never been heard before, LEGOLAND Malaysia presents to you the new LEGO Flower Garden Miniland, first ever in the world! This new floral wonderland features 58 types of LEGO flowers from the popular LEGO Botanicals collection, including Sunflowers, Orchids, Cherry Blossoms, Bonsai Trees, and more. What makes it even more impressive? This 4,100 square foot garden is built using more than 792,000 LEGO bricks, showcasing the amazing creativity and craftsmanship behind this one-of-a-kind attraction. At the heart of the garden stands a giant LEGO version of the Rafflesia, Southeast Asia's famous and rare flower, ready to impress visitors of all ages starting 28 April 2025. Adding to its uniqueness, this flower garden is not just full of LEGOs only, it combines real plants, artificial greenery, and LEGO models into a colourful, life-like landscape with a breathtaking environment. And it's not just about flowers, guests can also spot LEGO wildlife such as butterflies, birds, foxes and cats hidden throughout the garden! You would love this garden if you are a fan of amphibians and fishes too because it has a water fountain pond with LEGO frogs and koi fishes decorated with water lillies. What a beautiful sight to experience! Fun activities you can do at the garden Enough talking about the garden's beauty and uniqueness, here's what you can do while you're at the garden; Capture stunning photos Photo enthusiasts who likes to take Instagram-worthy shots can strike a pose at the colourful Feature Wall and snap selfies under the Whimsical Dome surrounded by vibrant LEGO flowers. Walk and discover Besides enjoying the magnificent view, you can also discover fun flower facts and find surprise LEGO details hidden along the way while strolling through the garden. Build your own flower It's not just about walking around and sightseeing, you can also build your own LEGO flower by getting the tips and tricks straight from the Master Model Builder and learn how to turn old LEGO bricks into brand-new floral creations. To annual pass holders, get ready for something special! Can't wait to experience the LEGO Flower Garden Miniland? Annual pass holders will get exclusive early access, which comes with a special tour, LEGO flower-building sessions, and photo opportunities before the garden opens to the public. What are you waiting for? Let's step into a world of LEGO flowers! Visit the LEGOLAND Malaysia Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Seattle weather: Beautiful day in store for Friday
The Brief Thursday turned out to be a nice and sunny day, with even more sunshine expected on Friday. Temperatures tomorrow will be in the low to mid 60s, with some high clouds expected to roll in later in the day. SEATTLE - Thursday turned out to be a nice day. The temperature got to 56 degrees, which is 1 degree below the average. Lots of sunshine Thursday and even more of it Friday. Friday's temperatures will be in the low to mid 60s. It will be a sunny day, until late in the day when some high clouds make their way in. Lots of people will be out and about on Friday. They will visit beaches and lakes, the Tulip Festival and the Cherry Blossoms over at the University of Washington. Be patient and grant grace to those on the roads. Another thing, lots of people will be on the hiking trails. These temperatures are for the pass levels. Hiking trails will be busy, so make sure you have sunscreen and extra water. What's next Beautiful day in store for Friday. Saturday will be warm too, but the clouds will roll in. Sunday some showers will make their way in by midday. And then early next week, we will see temps back in the mid 50s with showers and sunbreaks. The Source Information in this story is from FOX 13 Seattle weather anchor Stephen Kilbreath and the National Weather Service. ICE arrests 37 people at Bellingham, WA roofing company 7 million pounds of WA food at risk as federal cuts loom 1 juvenile dead, 2 in critical condition in Skyway, WA New study reveals you need $169K to be financially happy in Seattle 12 WA residents made Forbes's list of 2025 billionaires Everything to know about the Washington State Spring Fair Seattle Restaurant Week 2025 by neighborhood To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national coverage, plus 24/7 streaming coverage from across the nation.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Seattle weather: Spring in full swing
The Brief Temperatures Wednesday will be in the low to mid 50s. In the mountains we will have temps in the mid 30s with the snow level at 3500 feet. SEATTLE - Tuesday was cool. We only got to 51 degrees, and more of the same for Wednesday with showers off and on throughout the day. Most of the showers will remain in the convergence zone. But you will most likely have a wet morning commute. Temperatures Wednesday will be in the low to mid 50s. In the mountains we will have temps in the mid 30s with the snow level at 3500 feet. Spring is in full swing! Our average temperature is 57 degrees at the first of the month, and 63 degrees by the time we get to the end of the month. By the way, on average we do get three days of 70+ each year in April! The Tulip Festival and Cherry Blossoms are in bloom in Skagit County and at the University of Washington respectively. And temperatures will warm up as we head to the weekend for the best bloom viewing. Here is the 7-day forecast. The Source Information in this story is from FOX 13 Seattle weather anchor Stephen Kilbreath and the National Weather Service.
