Adkins Arboretum promises an enchanted evening Sat., Sept. 29 when it hosts the fifth annual Magic in the Meadow, a dazzling event to benefit the Arboretum’s education and conservation programs. As twilight falls, guests will mingle in the meadow surrounded by the Arboretum’s 400 acres of majestic native gardens, wetlands, forests and streams.

The evening will feature spectacular local fare prepared by PeachBlossoms; wine and cocktails; and music by Chestertown band B Natural, featuring Pres Harding on guitar and a special appearance by the incomparable Joe Holt on piano.

Live Auction items include exclusive travel packages to six exciting locations, including Paris and South Africa. The Silent Auction features a wide variety of art, jewelry, wine and experiences such as dog training sessions, pottery and private wine tastings.

Recognizing the Arboretum’s important conservation mission, fourteen corporate sponsors have lent their support to this year’s Magic in the Meadow, including lead sponsor CNB and media sponsors Spy Publications, Tidewater Times and Tidewater Trader.

Tickets for Magic in the Meadow are $125 per person ($75 tax deductible) and can be reserved by visiting www.magicinthemeadow.org, e-mailing mgallagher@adkinsarboretum.org, or calling Meg Gallager at 410-634-2847, extension 23. For the latest information on auction items, visit www.magicinthemeadow.org.

Adkins Arboretum is a 400-acre native garden and preserve at the headwaters of the Tuckahoe Creek in Caroline County. Open year round, the Arboretum offers educational programs for all ages about nature and gardening. Through its Campaign to Build a Green Legacy, the Arboretum will build a new LEED-certified Arboretum Center and entranceway to broaden educational offerings and research initiatives promoting best practices in conservation and land stewardship. For additional information about Arboretum programs, visit www.adkinsarboretum.org or call 410-634-2847, ext. 0.