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Sarasota News Leader November 15, 2013 "The design team and construction professionals who helped create this magical destination are to be commended for achieving the impossible," said Cathy Layton, chairwoman of Selby's board of trustees, in the release. "They worked tirelessly and cooperatively for eight months to deliver this incredible result. Speaking for the board, we could not be more proud." Page 112 and the Dart Foundation were early contributors. "Herb Schaal, a leading expert in children's garden design, was instrumental in developing the concept for the new garden," the release adds. Tandem Construction, with Milton Shenk serving as owner's agent, was the contractor for the project. Certified Pool Mechanics and Hazeltine Nurseries created the rainforThe $5 million campaign, which includes $1 est effect with faux rock, tropical plants and million for endowment, "was made possible water features, the release notes. by the generosity of hundreds of individuals, For more information about the internaorganizations and foundations," the release tionally renowned Selby Gardens and the points out. In addition to the Goldsteins, new Children's Rainforest Garden, visit the Beverly L. Koski, the Gulf Coast Community website. Foundation, Pete Russell and Cathy Layton, the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee All photos are by Robert S. Hackney. %