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SUMMARY:Salamanders of New England Film
DESCRIPTION:Salamanders are some of our most mysterious amphibians. Living below ground\, or underwater\, they are seldom seen. This film will give us a close look at every salamander species that inhabits New England. We will see examples of the typical complete salamander life cycle\, from egg to larva to adult\, as well as some interesting behaviors. We will be joined by filmmaker Ray Asselin and Dr. Alan Richmond\, herpetologist in the Department of Biology at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst\, as well as its Curator of Amphibians and Reptiles\, Natural History Collections. He specializes in the natural history\, conservation\, and phylogeography of New England reptiles and amphibians. \nCo-sponsored by Simsbury Land Trust\, Simsbury Grange and Simsbury Public Library \nEvent is Free \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED @ link below
URL:https://cthort.org/event/salamanders-of-new-england-film/
LOCATION:Simsbury Public Library\, 725 Hopmeadow St.\, Simsbury\, CT\, 06070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Simsbury Grange":MAILTO:info@SimsburyGrange.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T140000
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SUMMARY:Landscape Design: The Creative Process
DESCRIPTION:Leete’s Island Garden Club invites George Trecina\, owner of Land Design and Horticultural Sales\, who will present steps to take when assessing the property area you wish to change\, from concept\, to detailed drawing\, to the physical planting. \nFor more information and to register for this free event please call 203-453-0780.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/landscape-design-the-creative-process/
LOCATION:Nathanael Greene Community Center\, 32 Church Street\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T200000
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CREATED:20250624T220128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T201017Z
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
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URL:https://cthort.org/event/board-meeting-7/
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T203000
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CREATED:20250709T022627Z
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SUMMARY:The Past\, Present\, and Future of the Keney Park Sustainability Project with Herb Virgo 4/16/26
DESCRIPTION:Herb Virgo\nThe Past\, Present\, and Future of the Keney Park Sustainability Project\nApril 16\, 2026\, 7pm\nCNTR and on Zoom\n725 Main Street\, Middletown\nFree for members; $10 for non-members (register here)\n \nJoin Herb Virgo for an inspiring exploration of the Keney Park Sustainability Project (KPSP)\, a transformative initiative dedicated to preserving and enhancing one of Hartford’s most iconic green spaces. In this talk\, Herb will take you on a journey through the history\, current efforts\, and visionary plans for the future of Keney Park. \nKPSP is a holistic initiative that actively engages the community in various areas\, including health and nutrition education\, landscaping\, forest management\, waste reduction\, building and design\, and urban agriculture. \nHerb holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology-Based Human Relations from Connecticut College and has been recognized for his contributions with multiple awards\, including the KNOX Green Heroes Award and the Hartford Community Food Security Award. He is a certified forest practitioner\, tree warden\, and a member of several environmental councils\, including the Connecticut Urban Forest Council. Additionally\, he managed a project that expanded Keney Park’s trail system by seven miles\, collaborating with local organizations and volunteers to improve public access to green spaces. \nFree for members; $10 for non-members (register here)
URL:https://cthort.org/event/the-past-present-and-future-of-the-keney-park-sustainability-project-with-herb-virgo-4-16-26/
CATEGORIES:Speaker Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T200000
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SUMMARY:Peeper Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spring peeper nature walk at our Johnson’s Pond property. Hamden Land Trust Board Member Jim Sirch will lead a walk and discuss the life cycles of these fascinating amphibians. Meet at the entrance near Thornton Street and Connolly Parkway.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/peeper-prowl/
LOCATION:Johnson’s Pond\, Hamden\, CT\, Spring Glen\, Hamden\, CT 06517 (near Thornton St\, Greenway St\, and Ingram St).\, Hamden\, CT\, 06517
CATEGORIES:Community,New Haven County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hamden Land Conservation Trust":MAILTO:cheshirepollinatorpathway@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260309T223445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T223445Z
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SUMMARY:Barn Talk: Signs of Spring: Connecticut’s Ephemerals and Early Risers
DESCRIPTION:The first signs of spring appear in forms both subtle and spectacular. While the horticultural industry highlights familiar favorites like crocuses\, snowdrops\, and daffodils\, it is our native flora that truly reveal the start of spring in Connecticut. Join field botanist Heather Liljengren for an engaging introduction to our local early risers – the enchanting native ephemerals\, graceful sedges and flowering trees that are our true harbingers of spring. Learn what signs to look for on your own walks and woodland explorations as our New England landscape begins to wake up. \nHeather Liljengren is the owner of LocalLand Consulting LLC and has over 17 years of professional experience botanizing throughout the Mid-Atlantic and New England. She works closely with land trusts\, farmers\, landscape design firms\, and homeowners to support the management\, conservation\, and restoration of native flora and regional habitats. Her extensive knowledge of local plant communities is grounded in her experience managing native seed collection programs for government agencies and nonprofit organizations. \nHHG Members $30 \nNon-members $40  (includes admission to the garden)
URL:https://cthort.org/event/barn-talk-signs-of-spring-connecticuts-ephemerals-and-early-risers/
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:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
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CREATED:20260415T205347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T205347Z
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SUMMARY:The AWE Program Budget Raised Bed Build Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on Budget Raised Bed Build with Travis Stewart of Farm With Me LLC. This interactive workshop approaches gardening through an affordability and accessibility lens\, showing participants how growing food can be practical\, low-cost\, and achievable for anyone. \nTogether\, we’ll build a raised garden bed using upcycled pallets and other inexpensive\, easy-to-find materials. Participants will work alongside the educator\, learning DIY techniques\, material sourcing tips\, and creative ways to reuse what you already have. Whether you’re new to gardening or looking for budget-friendly solutions\, this workshop will provide practical skills you can take home and replicate in your own space. \nThis is a free\, hands-on workshop focused on making gardening more accessible\, sustainable\, and community-driven. No experience necessary — just come ready to learn and build together.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/the-awe-program-budget-raised-bed-build-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260331T154930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T154930Z
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SUMMARY:Nature’s Pharmacy: How Modern Remedies Are Derived from the Natural World by Dayne Laskey | Lecture & Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Dayne’s lecture will focus on how careful observation\, chemistry\, and the scientific method transform plants from garden curiosities into reliable medicines. \nDayne Laskey\, PharmD\, DABAT is a professor\, practicing pharmacist\, and clinical toxicologist based in West Hartford\, Connecticut. He actively cares for patients at Hartford Hospital\, where he helps diagnose and treat poisonings and adverse effects from medications\, plants\, chemicals\, and environmental exposures. Dr. Laskey is also the founder and curator of the University of Saint Joseph Medicine Garden at Elizabeth Park\, which houses over 30 species of medicinal plants\, many of which have contributed directly to the development of modern pharmaceuticals. \nLecture & Lunch: $50
URL:https://cthort.org/event/natures-pharmacy-how-modern-remedies-are-derived-from-the-natural-world-by-dayne-laskey-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:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260331T162434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T162548Z
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SUMMARY:A Plant Doctor’s Checkup on Tree Health with Dr. James Lamondia
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Plant Pathologist Dr. LaMondia from The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station discusses the diseases\, pests\, and stresses affecting trees in CT and how to improve the health of trees in our landscapes. Free admission. \nEnfield Senior Center\, 299 Elm Street\, Enfield
URL:https://cthort.org/event/a-plant-doctors-checkup-on-tree-health-with-dr-james-lamondia/
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260423T151437Z
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SUMMARY:Tulip Mania at the Garden at Elm Bank
DESCRIPTION:75\,000+ Tulips for Display & Pick-Your-Own \nThe Garden at Elm Bank \n900 Washington Street\, Wellesley\, MA 02482 \nPlan your spring trip to one of Boston’s closest tulip fields (less than 20 miles from Downtown!). Advanced purchase of timed tickets is required. \nTickets are on sale for Thursday\, April 23 through Sunday\, May 3 \nEntries from 10am-5pm most days (10am-4pm on 5/2 and 5/3). \nAdmission: \n$5 for MHS members \n$20 for Adults \n$10 for Kids (3-17) \nChildren 2 and under are free \nPick-Your-Own stems are included with paid tickets while supplies are available. Your best chance for a PYO experience is attending early! Pre-cut stems are available throughout the event. \nPose for photos in the display-only area in the Trial Garden and take Tulip Mania home with you as pick-your-own stems (while available) or precut stems (available throughout the festival). See spring flowers throughout the Garden at Elm Bank with rows of daffodils in the Italianate Garden\, fragrant Magnolias and Lilacs\, decades-old Rhododendrons\, and purple Alliums from April to May. \nOn Saturday\, May 2\, MHS will celebrate World Labyrinth Day from 11am to 2pm. Guests are invited to step into a peaceful and meditative walk through the labyrinth accompanied by soothing wooden flute music by Brenda Fingold and John Gass. \nThrough educational programming like Tulip Mania\, Massachusetts Horticultural Society advances the art and science of horticulture to help people lead healthier and happier lives. MHS looks forward to welcoming thousands of guests to experience firsthand the joy of horticulture this spring and throughout the Garden Season (April 1-November 24\, 2026).
URL:https://cthort.org/event/tulip-mania-at-the-garden-at-elm-bank/
LOCATION:The Garden at Elm Bank\, 900 Washington Street\, Wellesley\, MA\, 02482\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outside Connecticut
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Horticultural Society":MAILTO:marketing@masshort.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260405T001058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T001058Z
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SUMMARY:Rhododendron Society of Connecticut Annual Banquet and Spring Plant Auction
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society’s Annual Banquet and Spring Plant Auction to be held on Thursday\, April 23th at The Pond House in West Hartford.  The success of this auction funds much of the Society’s yearly expenses for speakers and community service projects. Participation\, by donating plants in for the auction that might be of interest to our Members and guests (Rhododendrons are welcome\, but so are any other plants that might be of interest) and to bid on those plants you would like to take home.  We also continue to benefit from the continued generosity of some local nurseries and arboreta\, which we truly appreciate as well. \nDetails below \nRhododendron Society of Connecticut\nAnnual Banquet and Spring Plant Auction\nPlease bring plants and guests to the auction\nThursday April 23\, 2026\nSocial Hour/Cash Bar 5:30 – 6:30 PM\nTuscan Crudités and Cheese-Board\nDinner 6:30 PM\nPOND HOUSE CAFÉ\nElizabeth Park\, 1555 Asylum Avenue\nWest Hartford\, CT\nMENU\nRomaine\, spinach\, radicchio\, with pear\, cherries\, almonds\,\nGorgonzola and raspberry vinaigrette\nChoice of One Entrée:\n• Beef Tenderloin\, roasted garlic mashed potatoes\, hericot vert bundle\, and veal demi\n• Seared Salmon\, cauliflower mousseline\, lentils w capers\, tomatoes\, onions\, spinach\n• Chicken Forestiere\, wild mushroom brandy sauce\, served over wild rice pilaf\n• Vegetarian Lasagna\, house-made pasta incl. vegetables\, ricotta\, marinara and mozzarella\nDessert: Carrot cake\, coffee and tea\nPrice is $44.00 per plate\, which includes service charge.\nAuction will begin after dessert\nIf interested or more information send email ctrody@gmail.com.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/rhododendron-society-of-connecticut-annual-banquet-and-spring-plant-auction/
LOCATION:Elizabeth Park\, 1561 Asylum Avenue\, West Hartford\, CT\, 06117
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
ORGANIZER;CN="American Rhododendron Society - CT Chapter":MAILTO:ctrhody@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260408T183831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T183831Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening with Frog & Toad
DESCRIPTION:A garden filled with peeps\, trills\, quacks\, or croaks from our native frogs and toads is one of the fastest ways to judge the health of your local ecosystem. Learn how to garden to help the amphibian populations in your yard and beyond. \n\n\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
URL:https://cthort.org/event/gardening-with-frog-toad/
LOCATION:40 Dyer Ave\, Canton\, CT 06019\, 40 Dyer Ave\, 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:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260309T223322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T223322Z
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SUMMARY:Harwinton Land Trust Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Presentation by Bill Yule \nAn Introduction to Mushrooms and Amateur Mycology \nBill Yule is a retired high school Biology teacher and environmental educator\, naturalist and amateur mycologist.  He currently works at the Connecticut Agricultural Research Station in the Mycology Lab.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/harwinton-land-trust-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Harwinton Public Library\, 80 Bentley Dr.\, Harwinton\, CT\, 06791
CATEGORIES:Community,Litchfield County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T140000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260408T163011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T163011Z
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SUMMARY:Grow with Us: Spring Open House
DESCRIPTION:Spring is here and we can’t wait to see you at SiteOne! We’ve put a ton of work in this season with more Nursery Stock than ever before and we would love for you to come check it out. \nHang out with us for some Coffee & Breakfast\, tour the yard and meet with our variety of Hardscape Vendors. Wondering what we’ll have in stock? This is the perfect time to find out. Have questions for an Arborist? The Ask an Arborist table is here for you. Bring photos\, bring friends. \nSee you Friday\, April 24th any time between 8 and 2. We will be open all day!
URL:https://cthort.org/event/grow-with-us-spring-open-house/
LOCATION:SiteOne Landscape Supply\, 899 Marshall Phelps Road\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Hartford County
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ORGANIZER;CN="SiteOne Landscape Supply":MAILTO:dsavoy@siteone.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
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:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260309T223506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T223506Z
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SUMMARY:Barn Talk: The Tasteful Garden: Kitchen Garden Favorites with White Flower Farm
DESCRIPTION:White Flower Farm Nursery Manager Barbara Pierson shares her favorite plant selections for today’s kitchen gardens. Drawing from the farm’s extensive trial gardens\, Barb will spotlight outstanding edible varieties—including proven All-America Selections (AAS) winners—that deliver great flavor\, high performance\, and reliability. She’ll share practical\, low-maintenance growing techniques\, along with smart choices for small spaces and patio containers. Essential cultural basics will also be covered\, including soil preparation\, fertilizing\, spacing\, managing insects and disease\, and knowing when and how to harvest for the best flavor.  Along the way\, you’ll discover creative ways to pair edibles with ornamentals to create beautiful\, productive combinations that not only look great\, but also attract pollinators and support a healthy garden ecosystem. \nBarb Pierson is celebrating 26 years as Nursery Manager at White Flower Farm in Litchfield\, CT. Her responsibilities include greenhouse production of hundreds of species of plants including vegetables. As Kitchen Garden trial manager\, she grows dozens of new and heirloom vegetables assessing their performance for vigor\, harvest and taste. In 2025\, WFF became an All-American Selections trial garden further expanding the selection of seed varieties for both ornamentals and edibles. Barb heads up the biological control program at WFF\, and all edibles are grown using natural methods. She is a graduate of Cornell University and grew up in a family greenhouse business. Her passions include the fascinating world of plants and mentoring future gardeners. \nHHG Members $30 \nNon-members $40  (includes admission to the garden)
URL:https://cthort.org/event/barn-talk-the-tasteful-garden-kitchen-garden-favorites-with-white-flower-farm/
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:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260205T165313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T165313Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Grace Farms’ annual Earth Day celebration offers a family-friendly day inspired by our season’s programmatic theme\, “We all build.” Explore the many ways intentional design can benefit humans and nature through hands-on activities\, nature-inspired arts and learning\, and endless fun for all ages.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Grace Farms\, 365 Lukes Wood Road\, New Canaan\, CT\, 06840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fairfield County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
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:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260407T160733Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260511T121810
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:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260402T172329Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260429T221428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T221428Z
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SUMMARY:SPGC MAY MARKET- May 2
DESCRIPTION:What started out as a simple plant exchange in 1925 has grown into today’s Shippan Point Garden Club May Market  This year you’ll find: \n• Stunning one-of-a-kind planters 🌸 \n• Locally grown plants straight from members’ own gardens 🍃 \n• Annuals\, perennials\, herbs\, and veggies 🍅 \n• Gorgeous hanging baskets ✨ \n• Lunch and baked goods to have there or take home 🧁 \nPlus…Budding Gardeners is back\, so bring the kiddos! 💐❤️ \nCome early for the best selection. Members will be on hand and happy to help.  \n☀️Proceeds support our mission which is to stimulate interest and promote education in the areas of Gardening\, Floral Design\, Civic Planting\, and Conservation.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/spgc-may-market-may-2/
LOCATION:Our Lady Star of the Sea\, 1200 Shippan Ave\, Stamford\, CT\, 06902
CATEGORIES:Community,Fairfield County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
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:20260511T121810
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/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260505T174218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T174518Z
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SUMMARY:Charming Maine Getaway Aug. 30-Sept. 3
DESCRIPTION:It’s off to charming Maine! Travel with Friendship Tours and Federated Gardens Clubs of Connecticut for a three-night\, coastal Maine trip packed with sites\, gardens\, and delightful dining. \nWe focus on Boothbay\, Wiscasset\, and Portland Maine where we meet our Maine garden club friends! Come along and enjoy the fun! \nWe’ll be stopping at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill\, Coastal Maine Botanic Garden\, Wicasset and Boothbay Gardens and Portland Gardens. We’ll \nspend two nights at Smuggler Cove and one night at the Courtyard Marriott Portland Waterfront. \n \nTour Limited to 30 Passengers\n$1799 Per Person Double Occupancy \n$2229 Single Occupancy\nNon-Member Guest Add $50 \nINFO: Kathy Lindroth Tour Coordinator at kathleen.lindroth@gmail.com or  860.836.3407. \nClick here for the trip brochure.
URL:https://cthort.org/event/charming-maine-getaway-aug-30-sept-3/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260505T175150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T175334Z
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SUMMARY:Save the Date for the October 24 Symposium
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cthort.org/event/save-the-date-for-the-october-24-symposium/
CATEGORIES:2026 Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
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:20260511T121810
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/
CATEGORIES:Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260511T121810
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:20260511T121810
CREATED:20260408T185842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185842Z
UID:10000337-1778266800-1778270400@cthort.org
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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