"Learn. Grow. Travel."
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 […]
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 […]
Exhibitions, vendors, demos, and displays fill the Garden at Elm Bank for three days only this September! Advanced tickets required. The New England Fall Flower Show is a place where flowers, communities, and people flourish side by side. 'Growing Together' emphasizes shared experiences, collaboration, and the beauty of collective growth. Join us to experience the […]
Liven up your home with a new indoor plant! Participants can swap indoor houseplants, pick out new plants, or donate one for others to enjoy. You do not need to donate a plant to bring one home. Donating plants to the swap? Please make sure they are healthy and pest-free. This event is hosted by […]
The gardens of The Met Cloisters serve as a place of profound refreshment, curiosity, and wonder. In this lecture, Carly Still explores the distinct inspiration behind each of the three interior cloister gardens and the unique stories they tell. The presentation will dive into the essential role of herbs in the Middle Ages, sharing the […]
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, […]
THE LITCHFIELD GARDEN CLUB presents CELEBRATING CONNECTICUT – A TRIBUTE TO OUR HERITAGE: A Garden Club of America Flower Show. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 PREVIEW PARTY 6 - 9PM (tickets available at litchfieldgardenclub.org) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 FLOWER SHOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 10AM - 4PM (free of charge) Celebrate Connecticut history reimagined through the timeless beauty […]
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.