A self-guided tour of 9 residential gardens and this year, the Schenectady Rose Garden and the Sustainable Living Center by the Greenhouses in Central Park will be staffed to answer any questions and talk about the gardens. Tickets are available for $25 ea. online at soroptimistofschenectady.org, select Events, and pay by PayPal or credit card or purchase at Faddegon's, Felthousen's, The Open Door, Gretchen's Hallmark(Glenville), The Petal Pusher, Kulak's, and the ARC Horticultural Center. Bring your tickets to any garden and pick up a brochure and maps. Tickets can be purchased at any garden on the day of the Tour and cost $30. The tour is held rain or shine from 10 AM to 3 PM.

Soroptimist of Schenectady, celebrating its 70th anniversary, is a 501(c)3 non-profit that uses funds to support the educational dreams of women and girls, support community activities, and help women and girls where needed.