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Welcome to a presentation that will focus on the basic ecology of "the jewels of the night" - fireflies and moths, and what we can do to help save them. Lisa Newell will speak about what they need to survive and how we can manage our gardens to impact their survival: plant native plants, provide […]
The Story of Plastic is an exposé revealing the ugly truth behind plastic pollution and the false solution of plastic recycling. “The Story of Plastic” presents a cohesive timeline of how we got to our current global plastic pollution crisis and the efforts of the oil and gas industry to successfully manipulate the narrative around it. […]
We are delighted to welcome Janice Cox as the featured speaker for our 2026 Herb Symposium. A nationally recognized author and educator, Janice brings decades of expertise and infectious enthusiasm for herbs, roses, and the art of natural beauty. Her engaging presentations have inspired gardeners across the country to discover the beauty, fragrance, and everyday […]
Editing the Garden: Advice from the High Line with Yuki Kaneko Thursday, September 17 • 7pm On Zoom and in person at Congregation Beth Israel 701 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford Members are free; non-members $10. (Members will receive the Zoom link the Sunday before the talk.) A naturalistic garden may appear effortless, but its beauty is […]
Rewild Native Plant Nursery, 73 Wolcott Road, Simsbury, will donate a portion of their sales on September 19 to benefit 5 local pollinator groups: Bloomfield Pollinator Pathway, Granby Wildflower Meadow, Simsbury Pollinator Pathway, SUN- Saving Unionville Natives, and the Collinsville Pollen Trail. The sale will be held during Rewild's regular business hours, Saturday September 19, […]
Our next meeting will be on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Please join us for this in-person meeting at the Sycamore Hills Recreation Center, aka the Avon Senior Center, 635 West Avon Rd, Avon CT 12:00 pm: Doors open for a social hour. It’s a BYO Lunch, but we’ll have light snacks and beverages. 1 pm: […]
Join Dennis Quinn, Herpetologist, Environmental Scientist, and Professor at CCSU, for an update on efforts to protect and enhance wetland habitats for endangered species. Learn about his ongoing conservation work throughout Connecticut and the projects impacting the Enfield area.
The Connecticut Orchid Society is excited to announce that our annual Orchid Harvest Show and Sale is returning, and we’ll be at a brand-new location! Join us at the Sheraton Hartford South Hotel in Rocky Hill on October 10-11, Saturday noon-5pm and Sunday 10am-4pm. There’s something for everyone: A wide variety of orchids and supplies […]
Digging Deeper into Ecological Horticulture with Uli Lorimer Thursday, October 15 • 7pm On Zoom and in person at Congregation Beth Israel 701 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford Members are free; non-members $10. (Members will receive the Zoom link the Sunday before the talk.) What is Ecological Horticulture? What distinguishes it from mainstream horticulture? Why is genetic […]
Dr. Devaughn Fraser, Wildlife Biologist, CT DEEP will introduce the nine species of bat we have here in Connecticut, and discuss the methods used to monitor and protect these valuable members of our community. As always, our events are free to the public and all are welcome!
Gardening Like the Forest: Designing Edible Ecosystems for Homes and Communities with David Jacke November 19, 2026, 7pm On Zoom and in person at Congregation Beth Israel, 701 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford Members are free; non-members $10 (Members will receive the Zoom link the Sunday before the talk.) Healthy forests maintain, fertilize, and renew themselves, naturally. Meanwhile, […]
When the Wild Things Are: The Science and Experience of Phenology with Theresa Crimmins January 21, 2027, 7pm On Zoom only Members are free; non-members $10 (Members will receive the Zoom link the Sunday before the talk.) Phenology is all about timing—when trees leaf out, flowers bloom, birds migrate, animals bear young and hibernate—and it is everywhere […]