February 2006CALENDAR OF EVENTS
February 2006
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
EVENTS GARDEN TOURS GARDEN & HOME SHOWS CLASSES / LECTURES LOOKING AHEAD
Events and classes are subject to change. Please call in advance to verify information.
| EVENTS |
| Feb. 3 |
Free Day
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield (formerly Chatfield Nature Preserve) in Littleton Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 303-973-3705 |
| Feb. 5 |
Free
Sunday Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| Feb. 14 |
Free
Admission for people wearing red or pink Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| Feb. 20 |
Free
Day Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544 |
| Feb. 24 - 25 |
Peak to Prairie
Landscape Symposium Location: Doubletree Hotel -World Arena, 1775 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd. in Colorado Springs Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Friday and 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on Saturday (optional off-site tours 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.) Fees: $50 for Friday only (includes lunch), $20 for Saturday only (includes refreshments), $70 for both days (includes lunch on Friday and refreshments on Saturday) For details and to download the registration form please visit www.csu.org and click on quick link. Or, call 719-636-8923. |
| GARDEN AND HOME SHOWS |
| Feb. 10 - 12 | Landscapes
West -Gardening Conference & Garden Show Location: Two Rivers Convention Center, 159 Main St., Grand Junction Time: Lectures and demonstrations: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. on Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Saturday and 8:30 a.m. - Noon. on Sunday Garden Show Noon - 6 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Sunday Tickets: $25 on Friday, $50 on Saturday, $25 on Sunday; Garden Show only: $2; Pre-registration must be received by Feb. 3 or a $5 late fee will be added. For details and to download the registration form please visit www.colostate.edu/Depts/CoopExt/TRA/Special/LW06Brochure.pdf or call 970-244-1836. |
| Feb. 11 - 19 |
Colorado
Garden & Home Show Location: Colorado Convention Center in Denver Time: Sat.10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Mon. - Wed. 3 p.m. - 9 p.m., Thurs. & Fri. Noon - 9 p.m. Tickets: Adults $12, Seniors $10, Kids 12 & under free. Discount tickets are available for $10 at King Soopers. Visit www.gardeningcolorado.com or call 303-932-8100 for more information. |
| Feb. 24 - 26 |
Greeley Tribune Home & Garden
Show Location: Island Grove Regional Park, 501 N. 14th Ave. in Greeley; Time: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Fri., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Sat. and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sun. Tickets: Free For information see http://homeandgarden.greeleytrib.com or call 970-352-0211 Ext. 11481. |
| GARDEN TOURS |
| CLASSES/LECTURES |
| Please note: Classes are subject to change. Please call in advance to verify information. | |
| Feb. 1 |
"Orchids 101"
by Linda Schneider of Gulley
Greenhouse The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; a Light & Lively Brown Bag Lunch Series class; Free; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Feb. 2 & 9 |
"The Beneficial
Backyard"
by Arthur Fairburn of Blue Spruce
Design The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $23 members, $28 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Feb. 4 |
"Unusual Houseplants & Blooming
Indoor Plants"
by Dee Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 4 |
"Herbs for Romance:
Easy-to-Make Valentine Gifts"
by Kris Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 4 |
"Victorian Secrets -- The
Language of Flowers"
by Susan Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 4 |
"Amendments"
by Michael Morris The Flower Bin in Longmont; Time: 2 p.m.; 303-772-3454 |
| Feb. 4 |
"Irrigation Design Basics"
by Larry Horgan United Artist Theater Complex at the Colorado Center, I-25 & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Feb. 5 |
"Introduction to
Aromatherapy"
by Christina Blume Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1- 2:30 p.m.; Fee: $10 for materials; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 |
"Read and Seed" The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.; For children ages 4 - 6. Fee: $2.50 per session or $10 for 5 sessions; Reservations suggested; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Feb. 7 |
"Irrigation Design"
by Larry Horgan Harvey Park Baptist Church at 2112 S. Patton Court in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Feb. 7 |
"Introduction to
Xeriscape" by
Abby Schreiber Aurora Central Library Community Room, 14949 E. Alameda Dr. in Aurora; Time: 6 - 8 p.m. An over-view of the 7 steps of Xeriscape; Free, no registration required; Sponsored by City of Aurora Utilities Dept.; 303-739-7356. |
| Feb. 8 |
"Introduction to
Xeriscape" by
Abby Schreiber Aurora Central Library Community Room, 14949 E. Alameda Dr. in Aurora; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon; An over-view of the 7 steps of Xeriscape; Free, no registration required; Sponsored by City of Aurora Utilities Dept.; 303-739-7356. |
| Feb. 8, 22 |
"Garden Journeys" The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 4 -5 p.m.; For ages 6 - 12; Healthy snacks, art, music, science and all around plant fun; reservations suggested; Fee: $5 per session or $22.50 for 5 sessions; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Feb. 9 |
"Irrigation Design"
by Larry Horgan HEAT Auditorium at 1059 Alton Way, Building 758, at Lowry in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Feb. 11 |
"Valentine Gift Ideas for
Your Loved One"
by Becca and Randy Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 11 |
"Houseplants"
by Nancy Hoag and Barry Zahn The Flower Bin in Longmont; Time: 11 a.m.; 303-772-3454 |
| Feb. 11 | "Xeriscape
Planning & Design Clinics" Denver Water Three Stones Bldg., 1600 W. 12th Ave., Denver; Clinics consist of a private 2-hour session at Denver Water with a landscaping professional. Prior to this session, participants will receive a kit with materials and instructions for drawing a site plan and taking a photo-panorama of their existing landscape. A time will be scheduled when you register. Fee: $85 for residents of Denver Water's service area, $170 for others. For information see www.denverwater.org. Call 303-628-6330 for reservations. |
| Feb. 12 |
"Herbal Soapmaking"
by Christina Blume Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.; Fee: $25 for materials; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 13 & 15 |
"Xeriscape: Basics &
Beyond" by Larry
Hogan Aurora Central Library Community Room, 14949 E. Alameda Dr. in Aurora; Time: 6 - 8 p.m.; This two-session class covers the 7 principles of Xeriscape and plant selection; Sponsored by City of Aurora Utilities Dept.; Fee: $10; Registration required; 303-326-8650. |
| Feb. 13, 20, 27 & Mar. 6 |
"A Comprehensive Approach to Landscape
Design" by Jack Armstrong of Garden
Art Landscaping The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 7 - 9 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $65 members, $70 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Feb. 16, Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23 |
"The Colorado Kitchen Garden" by
Sue Oberle of Oberle Botanical The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $55 members, $60 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Feb. 18 |
"Advanced Bonsai Techniques"
by Dee Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 18 |
"Seed Starting Indoors Made
Easy"
by Curtis Jones The Flower Bin in Longmont; Time: 2 p.m.; 303-772-3454 |
| Feb. 18 | "Xeriscape
Planning & Design Clinics" Denver Water Three Stones Bldg., 1600 W. 12th Ave., Denver; Clinics consist of a private 2-hour session at Denver Water with a landscaping professional. Prior to this session, participants will receive a kit with materials and instructions for drawing a site plan and taking a photo-panorama of their existing landscape. A time will be scheduled when you register. Fee: $85 for residents of Denver Water's service area, $170 for others. For information see www.denverwater.org. Call 303-628-6330 for reservations. |
| Feb. 19 |
"Introduction to Bird Feeding"
by Leslie Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 21 & 28 |
"An Overview of Botanical Illustration" by
Denise Newberry of DNL Designs The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $27 members, $32 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Feb. 22 |
"Just Do It! Starting Seeds Indoors" by
Jeff Sorenson of Rabbit Shadow Farm The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $20 members, $25 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Feb. 23 |
"The Secret Lives of Conifers in the
West" by Pat Hayward The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $15 members, $20 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Feb. 23 | "Xeriscape: Planning
& Design" by Larry Horgan, Landscape
Architect Aurora Central Library Community Room, 14949 E. Alameda Dr. in Aurora; Time: 6 - 8 p.m.; Plan and design a Xeriscape for your yard. At this first meeting you will review the planning & design process and sign up for a one and a half hour, one-on-one consultation on March 11. Registration is required. Fee: $50; 303-326-8650. |
| Feb. 25 |
"Japanese Gardens and Using
Japanese Style for Your Garden"
by Carole Kastler of Camelot Design Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 25 |
"Water in the Garden:
Adding a Water Feature"
by Cyndie Thomas of the Colorado Water Garden Society Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 25 |
"Wildscaping with Audubon's
Colorado Wildscapes"
by Connie Holsinger The Flower Bin in Longmont; Time: 2 p.m.; 303-772-3454 |
| Feb. 25 | "Xeriscape
Planning & Design Clinics" Denver Water Three Stones Bldg., 1600 W. 12th Ave., Denver; Clinics consist of a private 2-hour session at Denver Water with a landscaping professional. Prior to this session, participants will receive a kit with materials and instructions for drawing a site plan and taking a photo-panorama of their existing landscape. A time will be scheduled when you register. Fee: $85 for residents of Denver Water's service area, $170 for others. For information see www.denverwater.org. Call 303-628-6330 for reservations. |
| Feb. 25 |
"Rock Gardening"
by Panayoti Kelaidis United Artist Theater Complex at the Colorado Center, I-25 & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Feb. 25 |
"Xeriscape Workshop" Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District Office, 31717 United Ave., Pueblo; Time: 9 a.m. - Noon; Topics: How to Apply the Principles of Xeriscape to Your Landscape, Plants That Prosper in a Low Water Garden, and Water-Wise Irrigation. Call 719-948-2023 to register. |
| Feb. 26 |
"Choosing the Right Tree for the
Right Location"
by Craig Miller Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Feb. 28 |
"Rock Gardening"
by Panayoti Kelaidis Harvey Park Baptist Church at 2112 S. Patton Court in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| NOTE:
Denver
Botanic Gardens Center for
Continuing Education offers numerous classes throughout the year. You
will find something for everyone -- adults, families, and kids. Call
720-865-3610 to request a free catalog of classes or visit www.botanicgardens.org. Hudson Gardens in Littleton also offers classes throughout the year in conjunction with the Community Education Department of Arapahoe Community College. Please see www.hudsongardens.org for information. |
|
| LOOKING AHEAD | |
| Mar. 1 |
"Community Supported
Agriculture"
by Bailey and Dennis Stenson of Happy
Heart Farm The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; a Light & Lively Brown Bag Lunch Series class; Free; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Mar. 1 |
"Water Smart Irrigation" by
Bill Wobido and Scott Kolowitz Aurora Central Library Community Room, 14949 E. Alameda Dr. in Aurora; Time: 6 - 8 p.m.; Free, no registration required; Sponsored by City of Aurora Utilities Dept.; 303-739-7356. |
| Mar. 2 |
Rock Gardening"
by Panayoti Kelaidis HEAT Auditorium at 1059 Alton Way, Building 758, at Lowry in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Mar. 3 |
Free Day
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield (formerly Chatfield Nature Preserve) in Littleton Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 303-973-3705 |
| Mar. 4 |
Fourth Annual Water-Smart Gardening Expo Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Exhibit hall; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. lectures; Fee: $12 members and $15 non-members who pre-register, $20 day of the event; 720-865-3580. Lectures include "Introduction to Xeriscape" by Alan Rollinger, "Water-Wise Irrigation" by Brent Mecham, "Colorado Wildscapes" by Ken Strom and "My Favorite Water-Smart Plants" by Dan Johnson. |
| Mar. 4 |
2005 High Plains Landscape
Workshop Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Dr., Fort Collins; Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Fee: $25 (lunch included), $30 after Feb. 15 postmark; For details and a registration form please visit www.fcgov.com/utilities/highplains.php. Or, call 970-221-6877. |
| Mar. 4 |
"Organic Gardening &
Composting"
by Julaine Kennedy from Age Old Organics Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon.; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 4 |
"Design Your Own Landscape"
by Carole Kastler of Camelot Design Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 4 |
"Make a Wild Choice --
Establishing Wildflowers Along the Front Range"
by Don Eversoll of Beauty Beyond Belief Wildflower Seed Company Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 4 |
"Organic Lawn and Garden
Care"
by Tim Gilpin and Kathleen Christensen Community Montessori at 805 Gillaspie Dr., Boulder; Time: 1 - 4 p.m.; Fee: $29; Offered by Boulder Valley School District Lifelong Learning; For information or to register call 303-499-1125 ext. 222 or visit www.bvsd.org/LLL. |
| Mar. 5 |
"Pruning 101"
by Craig Miller Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 5 |
Free
Sunday Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| Mar. 6, 13 & 20 |
"Home Xeriscape
Design" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 6 - 9 p.m.; This 3-evening course is for CSU customers only. Fee: $75; Pre-registration and pre-payment required. See www.csu.org for details. Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| Mar. 7 |
"Get Wet -- Water Gardening
Fun in 2006"
Sponsored by Colorado Water Garden Society Denver Botanic Gardens Gates Hall; Time: 7 - 9 p.m.; Free; For more information call 303-843-9619. |
| Mar. 7 |
"Feng Shui for Your Garden" by
Gary Hendrickson The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6 - 9 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $30 members, $35 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Mar. 7, 14 & 21 |
"Home Xeriscape
Design" Colorado Springs Utilities' Demonstration Garden, 2855 Mesa Road, Colorado Springs; Time: 6 - 9 p.m.; This 3-evening course is for CSU customers only. Fee: $75; Pre-registration and pre-payment required. See www.csu.org for details. Call 719-668-4555 to register. |
| Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 |
"Read and Seed" The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.; For children ages 4 - 6. Fee: $2.50 per session or $10 for 5 sessions; Reservations suggested; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Mar. 8 |
"Creating Herbal Bodycare Products" by
Kathryn Higgins of Motherlove Herbal Company The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $23 members, $28 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Mar. 8 & 12 |
"Garden Journeys" The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 4 -5 p.m.; For ages 6 - 12; Healthy snacks, art, music, science and all around plant fun; reservations suggested; Fee: $5 per session or $22.50 for 5 sessions; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Mar. 11 |
"Pamper Your Irrigation
System"
by Dave Cooper United Artist Theater Complex at the Colorado Center, I-25 & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Mar. 11 - 12 |
Denver Orchid Society Show &
Sale Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; 303-465-1166 |
| Mar. 11 - 12 |
Pueblo's Original Home and Garden Show
Location: Colorado State Fairgrounds Ag. Palace in Pueblo Time: Sat. 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fee: $5 on Sat. & Sun., Ages 12 and under free; Information: www.homebuilderspueblo.org or call 719-545-9484. |
| Mar. 14 |
"Pamper Your Irrigation
System"
by Dave Cooper Harvey Park Baptist Church at 2112 S. Patton Court in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Mar. 14 |
"Trees for Aurora" by
Rick Bowser Aurora Central Library Community Room, 14949 E. Alameda Dr. in Aurora; Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m. Free, no registration required; Sponsored by City of Aurora Utilities Dept.; 303-739-7356. |
| Mar. 16 | Bonfils-Stanton
Lecture: "The Livable Landscape"
by Rick Darke Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 7 p.m.; Fee: $16 members, $21 nonmembers with pre-registration; 720-865-3580 |
| Mar. 16 |
"Pamper Your Irrigation
System"
by Dave Cooper HEAT Auditorium at 1059 Alton Way, Building 758, at Lowry in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Mar. 18 |
"Introduction to Bonsai"
by Dee Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon.; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 18 |
"Creating a Budget and Plan
for a New or an Improved Existing Landscape"
by Carole Kastler of Camelot Design Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 3:30 p.m.; See www.tagawagardens.com for details; Fee: $125; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 18 |
"Tree Fruit and Grapevine
Pruning for Beginners" Western Colorado Research Center at 2168 B 1/2 Road in Grand Junction; Time: 12:30 - 4 p.m.; Fee: $20 for those who register by noon on Mar. 10; $25 at the door. Contact Dr. Harold Larsen at 970-434-3264 ext 205 for information. |
| Mar. 18 | "Xeriscape
Planning & Design Clinics" Denver Water Three Stones Bldg., 1600 W. 12th Ave., Denver; Clinics consist of a private 2-hour session at Denver Water with a landscaping professional. Prior to this session, participants will receive a kit with materials and instructions for drawing a site plan and taking a photo-panorama of their existing landscape. A time will be scheduled when you register. Fee: $85 for residents of Denver Water's service area, $170 for others. For information see www.denverwater.org. Call 303-628-6330 for reservations. |
| Mar. 19 |
"Great Spring-Flowering
Trees & Shrubs"
by Craig Miller Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 20 |
"Adding Pizzazz to Your
Landscape" by
Ken Ball Aurora Central Library Community Room, 14949 E. Alameda Dr. in Aurora; Time: 6 - 8 p.m. Free, no registration required; Sponsored by City of Aurora Utilities Dept.; 303-739-7356. |
| Mar. 20 |
Free
Day Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544 |
| Mar. 20, 27, Apr. 3 & 10 |
"Yoga for Gardeners" by
Will Moore The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 5:45 - 7 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $36 members, $41 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Mar. 22, 25 & Apr. 5 |
"Garden Photography for 35mm and Digital
Cameras" by Britt Ripley The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6 - 8:30 p.m. on Mar. 22, 4 - 5:30 p.m. on Mar. 25 and 7 - 8:30 p.m. on Apr. 5;; Advance reservations required. Fee: $40 members, $45 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Mar. 25 - 26 |
Colorado Cactus and Succulent Society Show &
Sale Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 303-799-9058 |
| Mar. 25 |
"Getting Your Pond Ready
for Spring"
by Dee Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon.; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 25 |
"Yes, You Can Plant Now!
All About Cold-Hardy Vegetables & Annuals" Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m..; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 25 | "Xeriscape
Planning & Design Clinics" Denver Water Three Stones Bldg., 1600 W. 12th Ave., Denver; Clinics consist of a private 2-hour session at Denver Water with a landscaping professional. Prior to this session, participants will receive a kit with materials and instructions for drawing a site plan and taking a photo-panorama of their existing landscape. A time will be scheduled when you register. Fee: $85 for residents of Denver Water's service area, $170 for others. For information see www.denverwater.org. Call 303-628-6330 for reservations. |
| Mar. 25 |
"Less Lawn, Not
Lawn-less"
by Ken Ball United Artist Theater Complex at the Colorado Center, I-25 & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Mar. 25 |
"Xeriscape Workshop" Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District Office, 31717 United Ave., Pueblo; Time: 9 a.m. - Noon; Topics: How to Apply the Principles of Xeriscape to Your Landscape, Plants That Prosper in a Low Water Garden, and Water-Wise Irrigation. Call 719-948-2023 to register. |
| Mar. 26 |
"Sundays with Rob -- Design
Tips and Inspirations"
by Rob Proctor Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon.; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 26 |
"Xeriscape -- The Basics"
by Craig Miller Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Mar. 28 |
"Less Lawn, Not
Lawn-less"
by Ken Ball Harvey Park Baptist Church at 2112 S. Patton Court in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |
| Mar. 29 |
"Mile High Gardening" by
Abby Schreiber Aurora Central Library Community Room, 14949 E. Alameda Dr. in Aurora; Time: 6 - 8 p.m. Free, no registration required; Sponsored by City of Aurora Utilities Dept.; 303-739-7356. |
| Mar. 30 |
"Less Lawn, Not
Lawn-less"
by Ken Ball HEAT Auditorium at 1059 Alton Way, Building 758, at Lowry in Denver; Sponsored by Denver Water; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Free. Seating on first come, first served basis. For information see www.denverwater.org or call 303-628-6330. |