"Learn. Grow. Travel."
"Learn. Grow. Travel."
Join us for First Tolland County Ag Day, a community event for all ages featuring local farms, vendors, demonstrations, and hands-on learning experiences. Shop local, explore agriculture, and connect with organizations that support our food system, environment, and local economy Vendor and Farmer Booths available! Check us out at Tolland County Ag Day | Tollandagcenter
The Gardeners of Simsbury present Dr. Yonghao Li, a plant pathologist leading the Plant Disease Information Office at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station in New Haven, CT. He has more than 30 years of experience in gardening, disease diagnosis, and pest management. Pruning is an important component of maintaining the health and appearance of ornamental […]
Discover the art of pressing flowers and transforming them into beautiful, one-of-a-kind works of art. In this special two-part workshop led by artist Marguerite Alpert, participants will learn both traditional and contemporary techniques for preserving botanicals and using them creatively. During the first hour, Marguerite will demonstrate how to use a wooden flower press and […]
Discover the art of pressing flowers and transforming them into beautiful, one-of-a-kind works of art. In this special two-part workshop led by artist Marguerite Alpert, participants will learn both traditional and contemporary techniques for preserving botanicals and using them creatively. During the first hour, Marguerite will demonstrate how to use a wooden flower press and […]
So sorry, this trip is sold out! Enjoy the Philadelphia Flower Show along with the New York Botanical Garden Orchid Show & Longwood Gardens Orchid Extravaganza, Feb. 28-March 2. Featuring special guest tour guide Nancy DuBrule-Clemente, Author & Founder of Natureworks Horticultural Services! Highlights include: * Philadelphia Flower Show Admission * New York Botanical Gardens […]
Dr. Juliana Medeiros, Plant Biologist at Holden Arboretum, will speak on “The Science of Color: How Pink, Orange, Red & Purple Help Rhododendrons Survive and Reproduce in a Stressful World”. Please email ctrhody@gmail.com to get the link for the meeting.
May is the month when many birds arrive back to their nesting territories, some flying thousands of miles. We will learn about what causes birds to migrate in spring and fall, how latest technology is used to track them, and dangers to migrating birds. We will discuss the Bobolinks of Bloomfield and the issues they […]
Christine Cummings director of A Place Called Hope will talk about Connecticut's raptors and the role they play in our ecology and controlling pests. She will introduce us to a live owl, hawk, and falcon from her rehabilitation facility.
Explore the French tradition of the potager—artful kitchen gardens where colorful flowers, fruits, vegetables, and fragrant herbs grow side by side. Drawing from her award-winning book, The Elegant and Edible Garden, author Linda Vater guides you through the process of designing a kitchen garden that is as beautiful as it is productive. At the heart […]
After a long, cold winter, gardeners are eager to get back outside. Kick off your 2026 gardening season by joining WDS Head Gardener Peter Winne for a hands-on workshop focused on pruning techniques and other essential early-spring garden tasks. Learn about which plants to prune now, how much to cut back, and the right tools […]
Believe it or not, wintertime is the BEST time to prune young trees. Become a badass arborist with badass arborists! Join Hartford City Forester, Sophia Rodbell, and Urban Forester and PhD student at UMass Amherst, Candace Powning, with an introduction and hands-on experience. Participate in pruning several young trees on the Stowe Center campus, including […]
Explore the basics of permaculture, with a focus on rain gardens and bioswales, and how you can apply the learnings in your own landscape.