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Growing Together Workshop Series
A gardening workshop series that brings generations together at GreenUP Ecology Park.Join us for Growing Together at GreenUP Ecology Park! This workshop series offers an excellent opportunity to explore gardening…
Botanical and Gardens
Roots & Threads
Where creativity, community and sustainability come together This winter, Toronto Botanical Garden invites you to become part of Roots & Threads, a collaborative textile art project celebrating sustainability, creative reuse…
Essence of the Garden: Plein Air Art Exhibition and Sale
Celebrating Art, Nature, and Community — Essence of the Garden is the 2nd annual plein air art exhibition and sale featuring over 100 original artworks created outdoors at Toronto Botanical…
Talks and Meetings
You Are Not Done Yet – Fall Gardening and Putting Your Garden to Bed
Time to hang up your trowel, weeder and secateurs – not so quickly! Master Gardener Mary Shearman Reid joins the Kanata-March Horticultural Society’s October 6th meeting to let us know…
Talks and Meetings
An Introduction to Wheat Grass and It’s Health Benefits – Monthly Meeting
Guest Speakers: Charlene and Shawna Pickering, KC Acres Family Farm. An Introduction to Wheat Grass and It’s Health Benefits.” Charlene and Shawna Pickering are owners of KC Acres Family Farm.…
October General Meeting: Guest Speaker Joyce Hostyn, designing living fences
October General Meeting: Guest Speaker Joyce Hostyn, “Designing Living Fences or Hedgerows” Master Gardener Joyce Hostyn asks, “Why put up a fence when you can create multi-season beauty and provide…
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Floral Design Program: Designing with Lilies, Tropicals & Orchids
Get ready to unleash your creativity with lilies, tropicals and orchids in this hands-on floral design class. These are truly special flowers for design, each having unique characteristics that offer…
Talks and Meetings
Trees, Shrubs and Plant Health Care
At our next CPDHS general meeting, Ian Laidlaw, District Manager at Davey Tree Expert Company Ottawa, will talk about the benefits of maintaining your trees, proper pruning techniques, preparing for…
Community Activities
Niagara Falls Horticultural Society presents BULBS IN BLOOM with Darrell Bley
8 Details BULBS IN BLOOM — A Hands-On Evening with Darrell Bley! Join the Niagara Falls Horticultural Society for an inspiring and interactive evening exploring the wonderful world of spring…
Tree Care and the Value of Trees in the Urban Forest
Leaside Garden Society – Speaker Series presents: Speaker: Mark Graves Topic: Tree Care and the Value of Trees in the Urban Forest Date: Thursday October 8th, 2026 Time: 6:30 pm…
Niagara Falls Horticultural Society presents Bulbs in Bloom with Darrell Bley
BULBS IN BLOOM — A Hands-On Evening with Darrell Bley! Join the Niagara Falls Horticultural Society for an inspiring and interactive evening exploring the wonderful world of spring bulbs! Darrell…
LAST DAY OPEN FOR THE SEASON! Garden Centre & Botanical Gardens OPEN & HOURS!
LAST DAY OPEN FOR THE SEASON! Garden Centre & Botanical Gardens OPEN & HOURS! Until Thanksgiving Monday October 12th October Times: 10:00am – 4:00pm Open Thanksgiving Monday – Last Day…
CHINGUACOUSY: “DIY Garden Décor”
October 13, 2026 “DIY Garden Décor” Speaker: Michele Drenters
Talks and Meetings
Orangeville – Paul Judge “A Gardeners Winter”
Please welcome our guest speaker tonight, Paul Judge, as he talks about “A Gardeners Winter.” Discover the things you can do for your garden even in winter. Guests are welcome,…
Talks and Meetings
Gardening for Food Independence
At our next PDHS general meeting, Max Wood will talk about growing strategies for a more consistent supply, diversifying produce, and saving what you grow for off-season use. We will…
Community Activities
West Carleton Garden Club & Horticultural Society: October Meeting and Annual Seed Swap
Join us for our October meeting and our Annual Seed Swap! Bring in your dried seeds by 6:45 and swap for other seeds you’d like. At 7:30 we’ll be hearing…
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Monthly Meeting – October 2026
Our monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month (no longer Tuesdays) except July and August. After three years of meeting online, the Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club has…
Credit Valley Horticultural Society October Meeting
Our October guest speaker Terry Kennedy will be speaking to us about orchids. ——- Doors open at 7 pm with the meeting starting at 7:30 pm. Visitors always welcome. There…
Elora & Salem – Meeting & Speaker: Rebecca Baker
General Meeting and Speaker: Rebecca Baker ” Fall into Spring”
Talks and Meetings
BERRIES AND FRUIT TREES BY MARY REID OF GREEN THUMBS GARDEN CENTRE
MARY REID WILL TALK TO US ABOUT THE DIFFERENT BERRIES THAT GROW IN OUR REGION, WHAT CONDITIONS THEY NEED AND HOW TO GROW THEM SUCCESSFULLY.
Talks and Meetings
Seed Saving
Learn how to save your own vegetable seeds to make your garden more sustainable and self-sufficient and save you money. Learn how to save heirloom varieties, not available commercially, using…
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
TRENTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OCTOBER MEETING ON HOT SAUCES
Mark Barranger-Mitchell is back in the kitchen cooking up a variety of hot sauces to sample and will provide recipes for our members. Flower Show and Photo Competition as well.
Courses and Workshops
Harvest & Hearth: Autumn Farm Experience
Enjoy an afternoon experience designed to honour the bounty of summer, the vibrant colours of fall, and the gentle turn toward winter.Step into the rhythms of the season on our…
Talks and Meetings
4 Mountain Passes
Mountain passes provide a unique opportunity to visit alpine areas to botanize. In 2020, Bella and Barbara travelled to Argentina to travel with Marcela Ferreyra into the Andes. Together they drove up…
Tours and Experiences
A Forest to Table Dining Experience
Dig in for a good cause! Join Forêt Capitale Forest and C’est Bon Ottawa for a Forest-to-Table Culinary experience to raise funds to support FCF grow community forests in the region. Every…
Garlic Braiding Workshop
Members: Soon it will be time to celebrate the harvest and preserve the season. Join fellow OHS members for a hands‑on workshop at Willow’s Flowers, where you’ll braid organic garlic…
Back to Basics – And Beyond! Workshop #5
For the Love of Food: Apples to (hardy) Oranges... with a Side of VeggiesBack to Basics - And Beyond! (2026 Workshop Series)Whether you’re hoping to plant your very first garden…
Talks and Meetings
Ottawa Orchid Society October 2026 Meeting
Join us for our October meeting with Dr. Jean Hollebone (OOS, AOS) who will speak on Zygopetalums. Zygopetalums are sometimes called the Cinderellas of the orchid world. They are beautiful…
Plant Bingo! with Carly McDougal
A great night of fun where the prizes are plants!
Talks and Meetings
Awards Night
Tonight is our Awards Night. This is members only and reservations required.
Online Events
Bog Gardens as Pond Filtration Systems
Discover how bog gardens can transform pond water quality naturally. Join Isa Webb from The Bloomin Bog Water Gardens for a fast‑paced look at how bog gardens work, why they…
CHS October Meeting: Learning Lessons from the Youth
This year our Youth Challenge Eco Garden Club focus was entitled Grow Your Own Dinner. Join us on October 26th to discover the secret ingredients of natural nourishment in creative…
Drama in the Butterfly Garden
October 27: In-person presentation, Carol Pasternak, MBA, LLB, is an author, photographer, and sought-after motivational nature speaker. Drama in the Butterfly Garden Explore the secret…
Schomberg Horticultural Society- Brandon Hebor – “The Future of Food and Farming”
“The Future of Food and Farming” by Brandon Hebor. Boreal Farms, located in King City has as its mission: Boreal was founded on a mission to empower and equip communities,…
General Meeting, Mini Flower Show and Guest Speaker Barry Van Der Veer
General meeting and Mini flower Show will be followed by our guest speaker Barry Van Der Veer talking about “A Return to Natives”. Yup, that’s me as a wee tyke.…
General Meeting and Mini Flower Show
General meeting and Mini Flower Show followed by quest speaker Barry Van Der Veer’s talk titled “A Return to Natives Note: Only Guelph Horticultural Society members are eligible to enter…
Talks and Meetings
Native Plant Gardening
Melanie Ouellette, Chair and Founder of the Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library joins the Kanata-March Horticultural Society’s November meeting to discuss the importance of native plant gardening, and steps people can…
Talks and Meetings
Horticultural Pruning Techniques of Hydrangea Shrubs – November Meeting
Guest Speaker: Jason Overdevest, Nanticoke Nursery Horticultural Pruning Techniques of Hydrangea Shrubs.” Jason Overdevest of Nanticoke Nursery will be educating our members on hydrangea bushes and care. Jason will take…
November General Meeting: Guest Speakers Claudette Sims and Isabella Marchese
November General Meeting: Guest Speakers Claudette Sims and Isabella Marchese, “Managing Garden Pests in an Eco Friendly Way As the gardening season winds down, Ontario gardeners often reflect on the…
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Courses and Workshops
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Where Have All the Flowers Gone?
Climate change is making flowers bloom half a day earlier each year, which means that plants are now blooming a month earlier than 45 years ago. This workshop will focus…
Sales, Swaps, Auctions
Ritchie Christmas Bazaar
“Wait... Why Are You Talking About Christmas nowBecause if there’s one event we know you count down to all year, it’s our Christmas Bazaar.And this year? We’re not just bringing it…
Talks and Meetings
How to Make a Christmas Door Swag
It’s time to decorate for the holiday season — let’s help you get ready! Join us for a demonstration by Cliff Byrnes on How to Make a Christmas Door Swag. Learn how…
Talks and Meetings
Garden Evolution – Rewilding Our Neighbourhoods, One Yard at a Time
As more homeowners move away from manicured turf, our yards are evolving into vibrant, living landscapes that bring nature home. Caitlyn Robinson, founder of Grow Spaces, will leave you inspired…
Monthly Meeting – November 2026
Our monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month (no longer Tuesdays) except July and August. After three years of meeting online, the Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club has…
Credit Valley Horticultural Society November Annual General Meeting
We will be having our AGM this November. Elections, awards, and a short presentation are on the schedule. ——- Doors open at 7 pm with the meeting starting at 7:30…
Courses and Workshops
Niagara Falls Horticultural Society presents Pressed Flower Workshop/AGM
Niagara Falls Horticultural Society General Meeting/AGM Thursday, November 12, 2026 7:00pm – 9:00pm St. John’s the Evangelist Church Hall, 3428 Portage Road, Niagara Falls Refreshments | Flower Show | Door & Draw…
Niagara Falls Horticultural Society AGM/Pressed Flower Workshop
Niagara Falls Horticultural Society General Meeting/AGM Thursday, November 12, 2026 7:00pm – 9:00pm St. John’s the Evangelist Church Hall, 3428 Portage Road, Niagara Falls Refreshments | Flower Show | Door & Draw…
CHS November Workshop: Botanical Art with Bert Liverance
Are you interested in art and florals? Join us for a unique workshop opportunity to learn Botanical Art! Award-winning artist, Bert Liverance, creates larger than life floral paintings that are…
CHS Workshop: Dogwood & Greens Wreath Workshop
Get ready for the holidays with this creative and fun workshop! Learn from Sandy Wasiluk, as she takes you step by step and builds a beautiful wreath using fresh greens…
Talks and Meetings
Wintery Greenery
Tonight will be our Annual General Meeting starting at 7:00pm. Starting with a brief business component followed by election of officers. This will be followed by a speaker and demonstration…
Courses and Workshops
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Winter Sowing
Whether you’re goal is to grow many or a few plants, starting native plant seeds outdoors in winter is a fun and rewarding activity. We will learn how to set…
The Farm’s Hidden Network: How Microbial Allies and Invisible Invaders Shape Plant Health
Presentation by Dr. Wen Chen, AAFC Research Scientist. Plants do not live alone. Every root, leaf, and handful of soil is home to a community of bacteria, fungi, and other…
Talks and Meetings
HOLIDAY FLORALS WITH MILL STREET FLORIST, MANOTICK
ONCE AGAIN WE ARE DELIGHTED TO HOST JESSICA BARRETT AND SOPHIANE LAIB OF MILL STREET FLORIST, MANOTICK, PARTNERS IN OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR THE BARRHAVEN FOOD CUPBOARD. WATCH THIS…
Designing With Nature, for Outdoor & Indoor Enjoyment
This inspiring and informative talk will showcase this speaker’s passion for plants and creative greening solutions. She will explore the world of indoor and outdoor plants, offering practical tips and…
Botanical and Gardens
Thanksgiving Day
Save the Date: Celebrate Thanksgiving in the Country!This Thanksgiving, join us for a day of togetherness in one of Vallarta's most beautiful natural settings. Gather with family and friends at…
Botanical and Gardens
Cabofest 2026
Cabofest Festival Nacional de FolclorCabo Corrientes, JaliscoDurante 5 días, México y el mundo se encuentran para celebrar la música, la danza, las tradiciones y la Jardín Botánico de Vallarta será sede…
AGM & A Winter’s Tale Holiday Social 2026
A Winter’s Tale – AGM & Holiday Social Members, please join us on Tuesday, December 1 at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Church for A Winter’s Tale, our annual holiday social…
Monthly Meeting – December 2026
Our monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month (no longer Tuesdays) except July and August. After three years of meeting online, the Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club has…
Botanical and Gardens
Peacock Gala 2027
A Night of Gilded Elegance in the JungleOur peacocks are preening themselves for their most glamorous evening yet. In 2027, our Gala will blend the Gardens' natural splendor with the…