There are limited ways to talk about grief in our society today. If you have lost a loved one, come connect with others and have open dialogue about your loss. This workshop, led by Allyson England Drake, M.Ed, CT of Full Circle Grief Center is an introduction to various topics of grief, allowing for connection […]

Vines and groundcovers add height, structure, and layers of interest to gardens while providing settings for showier plants. Correct selection is essential to achieve the proper balance in the garden.  Instructor Beth Burrell reviews the use of these plants in the landscape and provides suggestions for use in our area.

As nature lovers we appreciate the cycle of life...within ourselves, our gardens and throughout our world. Reflecting on how we are connected to this allows us to create our best lives, regardless of the season we find ourselves.  Join End of Life Doulas, Shelby Kirillin and Nicky Hansen from A Peaceful Passing, for a discussion […]

Enjoy a pleasant walk in the Garden and learn about how birds use our 80 acres to rest, refuel, and continue the journey south for the winter. Fall migration can be an exciting happening in the Garden where we provide an oasis for our travel weary avian friends.

Create a monochromatic arrangement, while reveling in the endless variations of flowers within a particular color palette. David Pippin walks you through the best ways to mix flowers of slightly different shades to create a garden-inspired, open and airy beauty. Take home a stunning arrangement.

Do you find it challenging to implement nature-based activities for infants and toddlers that are developmentally appropriate? Experience first-hand how nature-based and play-based learning can inspire infants and toddlers to explore with all their senses. This professional development workshop will identify in practical ways that infants and toddlers can benefit from exploratory learning in natural […]

Perennials can provide almost year-round color in an easy-care garden.  The Beginner's Perennial Garden introduces you to hardy perennials, simple starter plans, and the basics of soil preparation.  Instructor Beth Burrell (The Giving Tree) shares her years of experience as a landscape designer—including how to create a garden on a site with bad soil! This class […]

Come learn some basic and fun information about butterflies and moths, including the significance of Monarch butterflies and how we can each make a difference. Afterwards, enjoy a guided walk around the Garden. We’ll end at the Conservatory with a visit to M&T Bank Butterflies LIVE!. Fees: Member Adult and Member Child $0 / Non-Member […]