Mt. Cuba Center Native Plants for All Seasons (Hockessin, DE)

From spectacular seed heads to excellent exfoliating bark characteristics, Duncan Himmelman shares plants that continue the garden highlights through the late fall and into the winter. Be inspired to go beyond the blooms and add plants to your garden that provide interest throughout the year. Class will include a walk through the gardens making note of the notable plants with late fall and winter interest. Dress for the weather and hiking on steep paths and uneven terrain.

Mt. Cuba Center Sustainable Gardens in a Changing Climate (Virtual)

With a focus on the intersection of climate change and gardening, Angelica Patterson, PhD will explore how shifting climate patterns affect plant growth and what steps can be taken to manage gardens and cultivated land sustainably. Angelica will share practical strategies for mitigating climate-related risks and promoting eco-restoration in gardening practices. Leave with actionable insights to cultivate resilient, thriving gardens in the face of environmental change.

Mt. Cuba Center Backyard Composting (Hockessin, DE)

Join Rick Carr, senior farm director of Rodale Institute, as he shares the key elements of composting effectively in your backyard. Learn how to quickly identify and troubleshoot problems, and how to harvest and use the finished compost in your garden to improve plant growth. This is a great opportunity to discover how you can make a positive impact on the environment and create a valuable resource for your garden.

Mt. Cuba Center Night Hikes (Hockessin, DE)

See Mt. Cuba Center in a new light – no light, that is! Embark on a guided Night Hike to experience the stars and sounds of our natural lands after dark. Listen as the night comes alive with the chatter of owls, frogs, crickets, and maybe even a fox or two. Learn about the nocturnal animals that call our natural areas home and how to spot and listen for them once the sun goes down. Guests should be prepared to hike steep paths and uneven terrain.

Botanical Garden of the Piedmont Botanical Art Festival (Charlottesville, VA)

BGP is excited to announce our inaugural Botanical Art Festival taking place September 7-12, 2024. This Festival will celebrate art in our community by offering free art programing for all ages, botanically themed workshops, and collaborations with regional artists and organizations, culminating in a ticketed Botanical Art Show supporting local artists and the Garden. Please look for updates regarding the Botanical Art Festival in your email and on the Garden’s website and social media.

Holiday Train Show (Bronx, NY)

The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) announces the return of the beloved Holiday Train Show® for its 33rd year of enchanting train displays and cherished seasonal traditions. Enter a winter wonderland unlike any other as the timeless holiday magic of rail travel fills the historic Enid A. Haupt Conservatory with nostalgia. Model locomotives and trolleys trundle through a showcase of nearly 200 twinkling, plant-based replicas of famed local architecture, creating a cityscape in miniature. From the warmth of NYBG’s landmark glasshouse to the picture-perfect outdoor display, witness by day or night a meticulously crafted world brimming with the lively energy of New York City during the holidays. The exhibition opens on Saturday, November 16, 2024, and runs through Monday, January 20, 2025. Tickets go on sale to the general public starting September 12, 2024, at www.nybg.org.

Family Fun Day in the Garden (Wayne, NJ)

Celebrate summer’s end at Family Fun Day in the Garden at Laurelwood Arboretum on Saturday, August 24 from 11 AM to 3 PM, rain or shine. This first-ever event will feature activities for kids of all ages–scavenger hunts, art projects, nature crafts, plant-a-pot workshops, nature story time and more.

Laurelwood Arboretum is located at 725 Pines Lake Drive West in Wayne, NJ. Visitors can park conveniently at the Pines Lake School, 511 Pines Lake Drive, and take a free shuttle bus to the arboretum. Admission to Family Fun Day in the Garden is $10 for a family of up to 3 children and $5 for each additional child.

Master Gardener’s Conference: Planting for Our Future (Los Alamos, NM)

The Los Alamos Master Gardeners’ Association is proud to announce the 2024 NM Master Gardeners’ Conference built around the theme of ‘Planting for Our Future’. The Conference will be held Saturday, September 14, 2024, in Fuller Lodge located in the Historical District of Los Alamos, NM. This all-day event will cover topics essential to the future of our gardening environment – from changes in climate to recovering pollinator populations to recruiting and maintaining our gardening population.

2nd Annual Bonsai Weekend (Louisville, KY)

Waterfront Botanical Gardens in partnership with the Greater Louisville Bonsai Society is pleased to present the 2nd Annual Bonsai Weekend from August 23 – 25, 2024. With dozens of bonsai trees on display, this show and weekend festival includes a People’s Choice Award and special guest judging by Phil Malhiot. Event highlights include bonsai demonstrations and workshops, cultural activities for the whole family, Asian-inspired cuisine, bonsai vendors, and more! Special thanks to presenting sponsors Mac and Catherine Willett. Tickets are on sale now!

OldhamFest: Bluegrass Edition (Crestwood, KY)

What do you get when you bring together Yew Dell, our friends at 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens, the hiking trails that connect the two, and throw in a fantastic slate of bluegrass music? Just what’s shaping up to be the most awesome event of the summer season! Beyond the music you’ll be able to enjoy a wide variety of foods, 3rd Turn’s fantastic brews, educational offerings, and a whole lot more.

Five incredible bands:
1p-2:30p: Bibelhauser Brothers at 3rd Turn
3p-4:30p: Allen Lane Band Trio at Yew Dell’s Woodland Pavilion
4:30p-5:15p: Kaintuck Band at Yew Dell’s Rounsavall Pavilion
6p-7:30p: Larry Sparks at Yew Dell’s Rounsavall Pavilion
8:30p-10p: Hot Brown Smackdown at 3rd Turn

Ticket prices:
OldhamFest with parking (either at 3rd Turn or Yew Dell) is $80
OldhamFest without parking is $65