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SUMMARY:Dreamland Flower Farm Dahlia Tuber Sale
DESCRIPTION:Dreamland Flower Farm Tuber Sale open January 17th at 10am ONLINE ONLY. Select from over 125 dahlia varieties for your garden. Organically grown dahlias\, hand picked and harvested. Merrie Avallone has been growing dahlias for over 20 years.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/dreamland-flower-farm-dahlia-tuber-sale/
LOCATION:Online Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community,Middlesex County,Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260225T204910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T205047Z
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITION of Botanical Impressions: Preserving Nature's Beauty
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition is open to the public from March 25 – May 18\, 2026. \nPlease visit during the Kerri Gallery hours: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 2pm or by appointment (860) 456-8615
URL:https://cthort.org/event/exhibition-of-botanical-impressions-preserving-natures-beauty/
LOCATION:Kerri Art Studio and Gallery\, 861 Main Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226
CATEGORIES:Community,Windham County
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeDe Delaney":MAILTO:redtwigct@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260324T173510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T173722Z
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SUMMARY:Fine Art & Flowers at the Wadsworth Atheneum
DESCRIPTION:Experience the flowers at their freshest! As a valued member\, you’re invited to an exclusive first look at the stunning floral arrangements. During this special member morning\, designers will be on-site at their arrangements to share insights into their floral interpretations of the artwork. Registration encouraged. Keep an eye on your inbox for the link to register. \nA $5 surcharge is added to all admissions during this annual fundraiser\, presented by the Friends of The Wadsworth. All proceeds support exhibitions and education programs at the museum.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/fine-art-flowers-at-the-wadsworth-atheneum/
LOCATION:The Wadsworth\, 600 Main Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Wadsworth":MAILTO:TheWadsworth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260410T204212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T204212Z
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SUMMARY:Gardeners of Simsbury Speaker Series: Mycology featuring Bob Marra
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how “that” mushroom got there? What about that yellow blob that seems to appear spontaneously in your mulch? Did you know that many plants\, including the trees in our forests\, could not survive without the important associations their roots establish with fungi? This talk will introduce the audience to the fascinating world of the poorly understood Kingdom Fungi\, and discuss the important role of fungi in our forests.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/gardeners-of-simsbury-speaker-series-mycology-featuring-bob-marra/
LOCATION:Simsbury Public Library\, 725 Hopmeadow St.\, Simsbury\, CT\, 06070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gardeners of Simsbury":MAILTO:gardeners0607@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260407T160733Z
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SUMMARY:Gardens of the Gilded Age by Jana Milbocker | Lecture & Lunch
DESCRIPTION:During the Gilded Age in America (1870-1920)\, wealthy industrialists\, such as the Vanderbilts\, Rockefellers\, and Gardeners\, built extravagant homes and gardens that rivaled the palaces and villas of Europe. Gardens of the Gilded Age showcases a selection of estates all down the East Coast\, diving into their histories and the elements that make them striking and unique. Each garden profile includes enticing information about the estate’s owners\, history\, and the evolution of the garden\, including significant plants and architectural features. Enjoy beautiful color photographs of the gardens and mansions\, augmented by historic photos of the owners and the gardens when they were first built. Along the way\, learn the Gilded Age intriguing garden history\, its international movement\, and the associated trends. \nJana Milbocker is an avid gardener\, designer\, speaker\, and author. She combines horticulture\, design\, and travel tips to educate\, inspire and delight both new and seasoned gardeners. Jana loves to visit gardens and historic sites and share her trips through her books\, photos and blog. She is the author of garden travel guides to the Mid-Atlantic\, New England and Florida\, and has lectured at a multitude of flower shows\, horticultural societies\, garden clubs\, and libraries. Jana also organizes tours to beautiful gardens in the U.S. and abroad. Jana is the owner of Enchanted Gardens\, a landscape design firm in the Boston area. \nLecture & Lunch: $50 / Book: Gardens of the Gilded Age ($39.95) — Pre-order at: enchantedgardensdesign.com
URL:https://cthort.org/event/gardens-of-the-gilded-age-by-jana-milbocker-lecture-lunch/
LOCATION:Pond House Café\, 1555 Asylum Avenue\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06117
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elizabeth Park Conservancy":MAILTO:knolen@elizabethparkct.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260408T182101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T182101Z
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SUMMARY:Enfield Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Every May the Enfield Garden Club hosts a sale of perennials\, annuals\, herbs\, and vegetables that do well in our area. Plants from our greenhouse\, members’ gardens\, and area growers will be for sale at this popular spring event. Cash and credit cards accepted\, rain or shine.\n\nOur annual plant sale is the main fundraiser for the club’s activities so come and join the fun!
URL:https://cthort.org/event/enfield-garden-club-annual-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Enfield Senior Center\, 299 Elm Street\, Enfield\, CT\, 06082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Enfield Garden Club":MAILTO:ssobanski.egc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260402T172329Z
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SUMMARY:May Market and Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:The market will include a variety of beautiful plants including perennials and annuals grown in sterile\, soilless mixes. There will also be a selection of tomatoes\, herbs\, lettuce and other vegetables. The market will also feature houseplants in decorative containers\, themed raffle baskets\, as well as a garden-related and decorative tag sale.  Master Gardeners will be available to answer questions\, 9-12.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/may-market-and-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Cheshire Youth Center\, 559 South Main Street | Cheshire\, CT\, 559 South Main Street\, Cheshire\, CT\, 06410
CATEGORIES:Community,New Haven County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260309T223535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T223535Z
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SUMMARY:Barn Talk: Skip the Mulch! Native Ground Cover Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Say goodbye to boring mulch and hello to a living carpet of flowers and foliage! Let horticulturist Dr. Duncan Himmelman introduce you to a versatile mix of resilient native plants—and a few well-behaved exotics—that act as living mulch\, nourishing soil\, suppressing weeds\, retaining moisture\, and attracting wildlife. He’ll show you how to select and combine the right plants for sun or shade\, dry or damp\, and care for them in ways that will boost both the beauty and long-term health of your garden. Learn how to kick the mulch habit and embrace a better alternative. \nDuncan Himmelman\, PhD\, earned his doctorate at Cornell University and taught horticultural science at the college level for 24 years. He later directed adult education programs at the New York Botanical Garden and Mt. Cuba Center\, a public garden in Delaware dedicated to native plant conservation. In retirement\, he continues to share his passion for plants through teaching\, landscape design\, and advocating for ecologically sustainable gardening practices. \nHHG Members $30 \nNon-members $40  (includes admission to the garden)
URL:https://cthort.org/event/barn-talk-skip-the-mulch-native-ground-cover-solutions/
LOCATION:Hollister House Garden\, 300 Nettleton Hollow Road\, Washington\, CT\, 06759
CATEGORIES:Community,Litchfield County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hollister House Garden":MAILTO:office@hollisterhousegarden.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260509
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20251216T180244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T180827Z
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SUMMARY:Gardens of the Brandywine Valley May 4-8\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a spectacular trip through the gardens of the Brandywine Valley for four nights and five days.  \n \nStops during the trip include the Mansion at Andalusia\, Winterthur\, Mt. Cuba Center\, Jenkins Arboretum\, Chanticleer\, Valley Flowers\, Tyler Arboretum\, Longwood Gardens\, Greenwood Gardens and more! You’ll be staying at the Mendenhall Inn. \nCost: $1749 pp double / $2079pp single\nBased on 30 passenger minimum\nCT Hort Members will receive a $50.pp discount \nFOR RESERVATIONS: www.friendshiptours.net or call Barbara at Friendship Tours: 860-243-1630 \nClick here for a brochure. 
URL:https://cthort.org/event/gardens-of-the-brandywine-valley-may-4-8-2026/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260410T204153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T204153Z
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SUMMARY:Gardeners of Simsbury Annual Plant Sale Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Support the Gardeners of Simsbury! Bring home something for Mother’s Day or get your flats and hanging baskets. Vegetables\, herbs\, perennials\, natives and more!
URL:https://cthort.org/event/gardeners-of-simsbury-annual-plant-sale-fundraiser/
LOCATION:860 Litchfield Turnpike\, New Hartford\, CT\, 860 Litchfield Turnpike\, New Hartford\, CT\, 06057\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gardeners of Simsbury":MAILTO:gardeners0607@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260520
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20251210T014604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T170027Z
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SUMMARY:New trip to Andalusia\, Spain (May 8-19\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The tour includes transfers to and from Seville/Malaga airports for arrival and departure\, transportation to all destinations\, eleven nights lodging in Four Star Hotels\, breakfast daily\, 10 group lunches\, six group dinners\, host throughout tour–Cole Burrell\, a local guide throughout the tour\, admissions to all parks and gardens\, guided tours and excursions\, hotel taxes and service charges\, gratuities for your tour host\, gratuities to your local driver and guides. \n\n\n\nThe tour is limited to 24 passengers:$5\,495.00 Land Price — Double Occupancy $1\,400.00 Single Supplement PRICING FOR 15-19 TRAVELERS$5\,895.00 Land Price — Double Occupancy $1\,400.00 Single Supplement Fewer than 15 travelers may result in a small surcharge. Don’t purchase air flight until you have been advised that the minimum registration has been reached. FOR RESERVATIONS: www.friendshiptours.net or call Barbara at Friendship Tours at 860-243-1630. \nClick here for the brochure.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/new-trip-to-andalusia-spain-may-8-19-2026/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260414T164700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T164700Z
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day Plant Sale from the Wilton Garden Club
DESCRIPTION:Continuing its illustrious tradition\, on Friday\, May 8th from 12:00-6:00pm\, and Saturday\, May 9th from 10:00am-2:00pm\, the Wilton Garden Club will hold its 87th annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale at the Wilton Town Center gazebo. This event will be held rain-or-shine\, and this year will be fully tented!  \nWhether looking for the perfect gift for mom\, or a spectacular addition to one’s own garden\, visitors will find: \n\nLocally-grown and dug perennials and shrubs \nPollinator-friendly native species\nAnnuals\, and organic vegetable and herb plants grown from seed in the club’s own greenhouse \nA specially curated selection of rare dahlias\nMagnificent hanging baskets\nUnique bouquets and creative floral gifts designed and crafted by club members. \n\nNew this year: WGC’s Certified Master Gardeners will be wearing special identifying badges and circulating throughout the sale to lend their expert advice to curious shoppers and garden newbies. The Annuals Committee will also be providing bespoke garden solutions with a new service to help shoppers select specialized plants for container gardening\, and even pot their selections on-site in compostable paper pulp planters. And if those shopping carts start to feel heavy\, the Wilton Boy Scouts will be on hand to help customers carry and load their purchases into their vehicles.  \nProceeds from the plant sale are used for WGC’s many philanthropic efforts which include: \n\nMaintaining most of the gardens in town (Post Office\, Veteran’s Memorial\, town sign at Rtes. 7/33\, Schenck’s Island Chess Park and Horseshoe Rd. Garden)\nCultivating native plants and eradicating invasive plants throughout Wilton\nGarden Therapy workshops with seniors at Comstock Community Center\nHoliday decorations throughout Wilton\nHoliday garden baskets to seniors through Wilton Social Services\nCharitable donations to nonprofits such as Norwalk River Valley Trail\, Norwalk River Watershed\, Wilton Historical Society\, Wilton Library\, Green Teens at Trackside and Woodcock Nature Center\, to name just a few.\n\nSee you on the green!
URL:https://cthort.org/event/mothers-day-plant-sale-from-the-wilton-garden-club/
LOCATION:Town Green at Wilton Center\, 101 Old Ridgefield Rd\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897
CATEGORIES:Community,Fairfield County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilton Garden Club":MAILTO:jordannielsen83@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260408T185842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185842Z
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SUMMARY:Seeing Red (Why Friends Don’t Let Friends Plant Burning Bush)
DESCRIPTION:Nationwide\, three million acres are lost each year to non-native invasive plants. Removal is expensive & time-consuming. Learn what makes these plants so damaging and how gardeners can restore ecological balance to our neighborhoods. \nThis lecture is part of a series in memory of Marcia Reid Marsted.  The lecture series has been designed by the Roaring Brook Nature Center and presented in cooperation with Canton Public Library and the Gallery on the Green. \nFree Admission. Pre-registration preferred
URL:https://cthort.org/event/seeing-red-why-friends-dont-let-friends-plant-burning-bush/
LOCATION:70 Gracey Rd\, 70 Gracey Road\, Canton\, CT\, 06019
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roaring Brook Nature Center":MAILTO:rbnc@thechildrensmuseumct.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260327T205157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T205157Z
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SUMMARY:Essex Garden Club May Market
DESCRIPTION:The Essex Garden Club’s May Market has been a major Springtime event in Essex for more than 70 years. This most important fundraising event for the club began as a small plant sale across from the Griswold Inn and has grown into a garden extravaganza now held in the Town Park. It features annuals\, members’ perennial plants\, herbs\, shrubs and fresh-cut flowers\, as well as garlic salt\, gently-used home and garden treasures\, garden gifts\, and jewelry. 
URL:https://cthort.org/event/essex-garden-club-may-market/2026-05-09/1/
LOCATION:Essex Town Park\, Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426
CATEGORIES:Community,Middlesex County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Essex Garden Club":MAILTO:essexgardenclubct@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260119T235330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T235330Z
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SUMMARY:Quiet Corner Garden Club Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Perennials\, annuals\, herbs\, veggies\, hanging baskets\, natives\, fresh flower arrangements\, garden-themed gifts and more!  Join us for the largest plant sale in the Quiet Corner in the AG Building at the Woodstock Fairgrounds. Open til noon or sell-out.  All proceeds support Scholarships and Civic projects.  No pets\, please.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/quiet-corner-garden-club-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Woodstock Fairgrounds\, Rte 169 Woodstock CT\, 281 Rte 169\, Woodstock\, CT\, 06281
CATEGORIES:Community,Windham County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260413T143135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T143135Z
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SUMMARY:Leete's Island Garden Club Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:The annual event features member grown annuals\, perennials\, vegetables\, herbs and hanging pots. Proceeds fund civic projects and educational events. \nEvent information: 203-453-0780 \nRain date\, May 10.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/leetes-island-garden-club-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Southwest corner of the Guilford Green\, Whitfield Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,New Haven County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260327T205157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T205157Z
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SUMMARY:Essex Garden Club May Market
DESCRIPTION:The Essex Garden Club’s May Market has been a major Springtime event in Essex for more than 70 years. This most important fundraising event for the club began as a small plant sale across from the Griswold Inn and has grown into a garden extravaganza now held in the Town Park. It features annuals\, members’ perennial plants\, herbs\, shrubs and fresh-cut flowers\, as well as garlic salt\, gently-used home and garden treasures\, garden gifts\, and jewelry. 
URL:https://cthort.org/event/essex-garden-club-may-market/2026-05-09/2/
LOCATION:Essex Town Park\, Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426
CATEGORIES:Community,Middlesex County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Essex Garden Club":MAILTO:essexgardenclubct@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260326T144246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T144246Z
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SUMMARY:In-person presentation: The Language of Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Butterflies are one of the world’s most beloved insects. Find out more about them and what draws us to these creatures. \nJournalist Wendy Williams invites you to learn “The Language of Butterflies” and reveal the critical role lepidoptera play in our world.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/in-person-presentation-the-language-of-butterflies/
LOCATION:Cheshire Congregational Church\, 111 Church Drive\, Cheshire\, CT\, 06410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,New Haven County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260414T171109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T171109Z
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SUMMARY:The World of Peonies
DESCRIPTION:This talk will cover all the basics of identifying\, appreciating and growing peonies. Daniel Furman of Cricket Hill Garden in Thomaston\, CT will dive into the diverse world of peonies. From their roots as medicinal plants in China and Europe\, to symbols of wealth and presigate in Imperial China\, and finally to a perennial suitable for almost any landscape today\, peonies hold a special place in the hearts of gardeners the world over. The talk will intertwine the rich history of this storied plant along with practical advice on growing great peonies in New England. \nFree to attend. Register at www.avonctlibrary.info \nCo-sponsored by the Garden Club of Avon & Avon Library \nProgram will be held at the Avon Library\, 281 Country Club Rd.\, Avon\, CT \nDan Furman is co-owner Cricket Hill Garden\, a second generation specialty nursery and forest farm\, in Thomaston\, CT. Since joining the business in 2010\, he has worked to expand the peony production program at the nursery\, as well as diversify the stock grown to include unusual landscape and forest edibles.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/the-world-of-peonies/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd.\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Garden Club of Avon":MAILTO:https://www.gardenclubofavonct.org/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260106T011703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T172759Z
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SUMMARY:The History of Salt Haymaking in New England Marshes
DESCRIPTION:Leete’s Island Garden Club hosts Shaun Roche\, Visitor Services Manager of the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Center\, who will present a talk which will include salt marsh ecology and historical photos of haymaking in our local marshes. \nFor more information about this free event and to register\, please call 203-453-0780
URL:https://cthort.org/event/the-history-of-salt-haymaking-in-new-england-marshes/
LOCATION:Nathanael Greene Community Center\, 32 Church Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437
CATEGORIES:Community,New Haven County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20250624T221033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T201131Z
UID:10000161-1778612400-1778616000@cthort.org
SUMMARY:Board Meetings
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cthort.org/event/board-meetings/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260323T214542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T214542Z
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SUMMARY:May In Bloom Flower Show presented by the Garden Club of Newtown
DESCRIPTION:An NGC standard flower show open and free to the public on the following dates in May: \nWed\, 5/13: 1:00 pm–8:00 pm\, Thurs\, 5/14: 9:00 am–8:00 pm\, Friday\, 5/15: 9:00 am –8:00 pm \nTo access more information about this show and to register to enter please see the website as indicated. \n 
URL:https://cthort.org/event/may-in-bloom-flower-show-presented-by-the-garden-club-of-newtown/
LOCATION:Newtown Community Center\, 8 Simpson Street\, Newtown\, CT\, 06470
CATEGORIES:Community,Fairfield County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260129T220843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T172315Z
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SUMMARY:CT Hort Spring Annual Plant Sale & Auction
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut Horticultural Society’s annual Plant Sale & Auction returns on Friday\, May 16 from 6:30-9pm at Bethany Covenant Church in Berlin\, CT\, and will include an unusual collection of plants and shrubs. \nDoors open at 6:00pm with a plant sale and silent auction of perennials\, annuals\, vegetables\, herbs\, shrubs and silent auction treasures from local growers\, wholesalers\, and businesses\, and ends with a live auction of some eclectic offerings. $5 admission fee.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/ct-hort-spring-annual-plant-sale-auction/
LOCATION:Bethany Covenant Church\, 785 Mill Street (Rt. 372)\, Berlin\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260203T170719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T170759Z
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE! CT Hort’s annual plant sale is set for May 15
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut Horticultural Society’s annual Plant Sale & Auction returns on Friday\, May 15 from 6:30-9pm at Bethany Covenant Church in Berlin\, CT\, and will include an unusual collection of plants and shrubs. \nDoors open at 6:00pm with a plant sale and silent auction of perennials\, annuals\, vegetables\, herbs\, shrubs and silent auction treasures from local growers\, wholesalers\, and businesses\, and ends with a live auction of some eclectic offerings. \n\nProceeds from all sales are deposited into the Society’s Scholarship Fund and used to provide scholarships to Plant Science students at the University of Connecticut (since 1959)\, and Naugatuck Valley Community College (since 2011). In addition\, funds in excess of our scholarship commitments will spill over to CT Hort Cares\, our civic grants program. \nAdmission to the Plant Sale and Auction is $5 and includes refreshments.\nBethany Covenant Church is at 785 Mill Street in Berlin\, CT. For more information\, visit www.cthort.org or email auction@thort.org.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/save-the-date-ct-horts-annual-plant-sale-is-set-for-may-15/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Auction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260402T172354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T172354Z
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SUMMARY:Goshen Garden Club Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Pre-order plants by May 1 or visit the Goshen Garden Club Plant Sale\, being held at the Goshen Fairgrounds on May 16 from 9am-noon. Hangin baskets\, potted annualsm perennials\, herbs and our member-dug perennial plants. Cash and carry at the fairgrounds.\, where there will also be a bake sale and raffle. If you would like to pre-order\, go to goshengardenclub.org\, or pick up a form at town hall\, the Goshen Public Library or Goshen Wine & Spirits.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/goshen-garden-club-plant-sale/2026-05-16/1/
LOCATION:Goshen Fairgorunds\, 116 Old Middle Street\, Goshen\, CT\, 06756
CATEGORIES:Community,Litchfield County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Goshen Garden Club":MAILTO:https://goshengardenclub.org/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260402T172354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T172354Z
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SUMMARY:Goshen Garden Club Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Pre-order plants by May 1 or visit the Goshen Garden Club Plant Sale\, being held at the Goshen Fairgrounds on May 16 from 9am-noon. Hangin baskets\, potted annualsm perennials\, herbs and our member-dug perennial plants. Cash and carry at the fairgrounds.\, where there will also be a bake sale and raffle. If you would like to pre-order\, go to goshengardenclub.org\, or pick up a form at town hall\, the Goshen Public Library or Goshen Wine & Spirits.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/goshen-garden-club-plant-sale/2026-05-16/2/
LOCATION:Goshen Fairgorunds\, 116 Old Middle Street\, Goshen\, CT\, 06756
CATEGORIES:Community,Litchfield County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Goshen Garden Club":MAILTO:https://goshengardenclub.org/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260331T154305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T154305Z
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SUMMARY:Simsbury Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our exciting annual plant sale on 5/16/2026. Beginning at 9:00 am @ Simsbury Farms Skating Rink 100 Old Farms Road West Simsbury\, CT\, 06092 \nOffering a fine array of native plants (many from member gardens)\, premium annuals and hanging baskets\, gardening advice (bring your photos)\, garden goods including pots/vases/repurposed tools\, etc.\, kid’s activities\, and much more. \nCash\, check\, credit/debit cards.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/simsbury-garden-club-annual-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Simsbury Farms\, 100 Old Farms Road\, west simsbury\, CT\, 06092\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Simsbury Garden Club":MAILTO:periodhouse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260309T223609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T223609Z
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SUMMARY:Barn Talk: Secrets to a Successful Cutting Garden
DESCRIPTION:Ready to grow your own gorgeous bouquets? Let flower farmer Elizabeth Brown\, author of the brand-new The Beginner’s Cut Flower Garden\, show you how to plan\, design and cultivate a joyful cutting garden. Learn to build a cohesive color palette that looks great in the garden and in the vase. Discover “cut-and-come-again” varieties that truly earn their keep. Find out how succession planting techniques can keep your buckets full of blooms all season long. Elizabeth will also share her favorite tips for growing healthier plants\, making the most of small spaces\, and creating sustainable flower arrangements right from your backyard. If you’ve ever dreamed of harvesting your own fresh flowers\, this session is the perfect place to start. You’ll leave feeling excited—and ready—to grow a cutting garden of your own. \nFollowing the presentation\, enjoy light refreshments and meet Elizabeth as she signs copies of her new book. To be assured of a copy\, we recommend purchasing one with your reservation. \nElizabeth Brown is the owner of Foxglove Farmhouse\, a regenerative cut flower garden in coastal Maine that brings fresh blooms to the local community. She believes flowers have the power to heal\, connect\, and bring joy—often when we need it most. Through Foxglove Farmhouse\, Elizabeth offers in-person workshops and virtual learning opportunities for beginner gardeners via her digital hub. A Maine Master Gardener volunteer and certified therapeutic horticulturist\, she is the author of The Beginner’s Cut Flower Garden\, newly published by Timber Press. \nHHG Members $30 \nNon-members $40  (includes admission to the garden) \nBook $28
URL:https://cthort.org/event/barn-talk-secrets-to-a-successful-cutting-garden/
LOCATION:Hollister House Garden\, 300 Nettleton Hollow Road\, Washington\, CT\, 06759
CATEGORIES:Community,Litchfield County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hollister House Garden":MAILTO:office@hollisterhousegarden.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260415T205320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T205320Z
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SUMMARY:The AWE Program Soil Stewardship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, hands-on workshop exploring composting systems\, vermiculture\, and activated biochar while learning how to regenerate soil from the ground up. Participants will gain practical experience building healthy soil\, improving plant vitality\, and supporting long-term ecosystem health. Discover how stewardship begins beneath our feet and leave with tools to nurture the soil in your own community.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/the-awe-program-soil-stewardship-workshop/
LOCATION:183 Windsor Ave. Windsor\, CT 06095\, 183 Windsor Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keney Park Sustainability Project":MAILTO:info@aweprograms.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T032702
CREATED:20260415T205253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T205253Z
UID:10000349-1779530400-1779537600@cthort.org
SUMMARY:The AWE Program Forest Fungi Cultivation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, hands-on workshop where participants will drill and inoculate logs with mushroom spores while learning the fundamentals of small-scale mushroom cultivation. Explore the powerful role fungi play in ecological systems\, soil health\, and sustainable food production. Participants will leave with practical knowledge and a deeper understanding of how mushrooms support healthy\, resilient ecosystems.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/the-awe-program-forest-fungi-cultivation-workshop/
LOCATION:183 Windsor Ave. Windsor\, CT 06095\, 183 Windsor Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Keney Park Sustainability Project":MAILTO:info@aweprograms.org
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