Sandy Livermore

Sandy was the visionary and the driving force behind the creation of Bookworm Gardens, a landscaped garden based on children’s literature in Sheboygan, Wisconsin which opened in 2010. Here children can safely play, discover, learn and explore, all free and open to the public year-round. Themes from 78 popular and well respected children’s books are incorporated into gardens and features of interest that offer insight into horticulture art, music, environmental science and literature. Special reading programs, plays in the amphitheater and artistic projects are just a few of the extra activities which Sandy single-handedly initiated. Her contribution to outstanding environmental education for youth is to be applauded.

— Proposed by Town and Country Garden Club (WI), Zone XI
 

In recognition of your visionary work, dedication and diligence in the creation of Bookworm Gardens. Your efforts have awakened an appreciation in countless children for "the beauty and fragility of our planet." Proposed by Town and Country Garden Club, Zone XI