The Seattle Chinese Garden, which just had its formal dedication of the first major structure to be completed on May 15 is inviting the public to floral appreciation event on Saturday May 21.

The First Annual Peony Festival from 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm is being celebrated at the site and will afford the public a chance to see the Knowing the Spring Courtyard and celebrate peonies. They are in bloom at the garden now and the organizers are encouraging people to bring their own cut flowers to the event. The event will also offer herbaceous peony plants for sale.

The Seattle Chinese Garden is adjacent to South Seattle Community College, 1600 16th Avenue SW. Park in lot at north entrance.

Admission is free to Seattle residents, SCG members, and children under 5. Others: adults $6, seniors 62* $5, students $5.

For more information: 206-764-5219 or www.seattlechinesegarden.org

Sponsored by the Horticulture Committee—Betsy Anderson, Judy Koenig, Maggie Payne, Riz Reyes, Doug Rice, and Phil Wood