Friends of Reader Rock Garden Society is a non-profit, volunteer advisory group that works in conjunction with the City of Calgary to uphold the integrity and beauty of this Legacy Park/Garden and National Historic Site.
We are dedicated to the preservation, interpretation and stewardship of the horticultural traditions and spirit associated with Reader’s garden. Maintaining the educational vision and public enjoyment of the garden are our primary goals.
Est. 2003
Executive Board Members – 2023
President: Diane Dalkin
Past President: Lindsey Boida [Maternity Leave]
Vice-President: Sue Gryzenhout
Treasurer: Victoria Arling
Memberships: Lena Cordell
Secretary: Catherine Ranger
Directors – 2023
Bruce Dunlop, Colleen McCracken, Magdalena Muir, John Percic
Credits
Newsletter: Diane Dalkin
Social Media: Vacant – Are you interested?
Website: Vacant – Can you help us?
Historical Photos: The City of Calgary, Reader Family
Photography: Rod Lachmuth, Diane Dalkin, Janet Washburn & Bob Germain
Head Gardener
Daniel Walker
Founders
Donna Balzer, David Matthews (late), Sheila Paulson, Peter Savage (late)
Affiliates
African Violet Society of Canada
Beaulieu Gardens of Lougheed House
Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs (BGSS)
Calgary Horticultural Society (CHS)
Calgary Rock and Alpine Garden Society (CRAGS)
Chinook Country Historical Society