OCTOBER 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            
Ongoing to Jan. 21 Exhibit: Living Bronze Sculptures by Robert Wick
 Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: Regular garden hours; This exhibit has been extended and will be part of the Blossoms of Light celebration.  Selected sculptures will be illuminated at night and incorporate seasonal displays.  720-865-3544
   
Ongoing to Oct. 31 Corn Maze
 Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield (formerly Chatfield Nature Preserve) in Littleton, 
Times: Fridays and Oct. 30 & 31  4 - 10 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sundays Noon - 8 p.m.; 
Prices: adults - $8, member adults, seniors (age 65 & older), and students with I.D. - $7, Kids (ages 3 - 15)  - $6, member kids - $5; 303-973-3705
 For details please visit www.botanicgardens.org or call 303-973-3705.
   
Oct. 1 Free Sunday
Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 5  p.m.; 970-245-3288
   
Oct. 6 Free Day
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield (formerly Chatfield Nature Preserve) in Littleton
Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.;  303-973-3705
   
Oct. 7 Garlic Festival
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 7 - 8 Rocky Mountain African Violet Council Show and Sale
 Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; 303-216-9232
   
Oct. 14 9th Annual Tree Auction and Plant Sale
CSU Cooperative Extension Office, Mesa County Fairgrounds, 2775 Hwy 50, Grand Junction; Benefits the Master Gardener Scholarship Fund; Plant identification and consultation with Master Gardeners from 9 - 10 a.m.; 970-244-1834
   
Oct. 14 - 15 Pumpkin Festival
 Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield (formerly Chatfield Nature Preserve) in Littleton, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Hayrides, barrel train ride, concessions, and more.  Fee: $5 adults, $3 children; Children (age 3 - 15) in costumes get in free.   Note: Tickets to the Corn Maze are sold separately.  720-865-3544
   
Oct. 14 - 15 Denver Orchid Society Show
Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Oct. 14 and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Oct. 15; 303-465-1166
   
Oct. 14 - 15, 21 - 22, & 28 - 29 Grey Kitty Great Pumpkin Festival
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; fun activities for families; Admission: one can of non-perishable food per person or $1 donation per person for Smoky Hill High School Thanksgiving Basket Project; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 16 Free Day
 Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544
   
Oct. 22 North American Rock Garden Society Show
Denver Botanic Gardens Mitchell Hall; Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 303-699-8958
   
Oct. 27 - 28 Garden of Goodies Halloween 
 Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Time: 5 - 8 p.m. on Friday and 4 - 8 p.m. on Saturday; Free; trick-or-treat around Hudson Gardens' lighted, decorated Oval Garden; 303-797-8565.
   

 

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CLASSES/LECTURES            
Please note:  Classes are subject to change.  Please call in advance to verify information.
 
Oct. 1 "Sundays with Rob Proctor: Making the Most of Fall & Getting Ready for Next Spring - Part 1"
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 "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 required; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Oct. 4 "Soil, the Foundation of Garden Health" by Julaine Kennedy of Age Old Organics
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.
   
Oct. 5 "Achieving Structure in the Landscape Year Round" by Loretta Mannix
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required.  Fee: $15 members, $20 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Oct. 7 "Think Tulips, Daffodils and Other Spring Blooming Bulbs" by Michael
 The Flower Bin in Longmont; Time: 2 p.m.; 303-772-3454
   
Oct. 7 "Learn to Compost"
Denver Backyard Composting Demonstration Site at Denver Urban Gardens' Gove Community Garden, 13th Ave. & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Time: 9 - 11 a.m.;  Register at least one week in advance by calling 720-865-6810.
   
Oct. 7 "Principles of Tree Pruning for Gardeners" by Tim Buchanan
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 8:30 a.m. - Noon; Advance reservations required.  Fee: $20 members, $25 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Oct. 7 "Forcing Spring Bulbs for Mid-Winter Bloom" by Beth Campbell, Botanical Gardens
 Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m.; Pre-registration required; Fee: $7 members, $9 non-members; 970-245-3288
   
Oct. 7 "Getting Your Pond Ready for Winter" by Dee
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 9 - 11 a.m.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 7 "How to Plant Garlic" by Randy
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 1:30 p.m.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 7 "Natural Skin Care & Profoundly Healing Moisturizer" by Christina Blume, Herbalist
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 2:30 - 4:30 p.m.; $25 materials fee; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 8 "Sundays with Rob Proctor: Making the Most of Fall & Getting Ready for Next Spring - Part 2"
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 8 "Herbal Baby Care & Gifts" by Christina Blume, Herbalist
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.; $25 materials fee; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 9, 16 & 23 "Home Xeriscape Design"
Colorado Springs Utilities' Conservation & Environmental Center, 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.
   
Oct. 10, 17 & 24 "Home Xeriscape Design"
Colorado Springs Utilities' Conservation & Environmental Center, 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.
   
Oct. 11 & 25 "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 required; Fee: $5 per session or $22.50 for 5 sessions; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Oct. 14 "Learn to Compost"
Denver Backyard Composting Demonstration Site at Denver Urban Gardens' Gove Community Garden, 13th Ave. & Colorado Blvd. in Denver; Time: 9 - 11 a.m.;  Register at least one week in advance by calling 720-865-6810.
   
Oct. 14 "Aromatherapy and Hand Crafted Soaps"
 Vail Public Library Community Room in Vail; Time: 1 - 4 p.m.; Proceeds will benefit the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens' educational programs.  Fee: $55 BFAG members & volunteers, $45 Others;  To register call 970-476-0103.
   
Oct. 14 "City Park Fall Color Tour" by Ralph Zentz
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon; Advance reservations required.  Meet at the Statue of Liberty east of the swimming pool.  Fee: $10 members, $15 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Oct. 14 "Pumpkin Planter Workshop" by Gay Bechir
 Echter’s Greenhouse & Gardens in Arvada, Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.; Fee: $20 for each planter; Reservations required; 303-424-7979
   
Oct. 15 "Sundays with Rob Proctor: Making the Most of Fall & Getting Ready for Next Spring - Part 3"
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 17 "Snacks for Feathered Friends" by Sue Oberle
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required.  Fee (including materials): $15 members, $20 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Oct. 18 "Office Houseplants for Winter" by Dee
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 18 "Paint a Pumpkin" by Vicki Kimball, Grand Junction art teacher
 Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 6 p.m.; All ages welcome; Pre-registration required; Fee: $7 members, $9 non-members; 970-245-3288
   
Oct. 21 "Putting the Beds to Bed" Volunteer Event
Hosted by Denver Parks and Recreation; Time: 8 a.m. - Noon; for more information call 720-913-0739.
   
Oct. 23 & 30 "Drawing Autumn's Textures" by Denise Newberry
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon or 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required.  Fee: $30 members, $35 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Oct. 24 "Happy Feet - Reflexology for Gardeners" by Mary Axelrod
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required.  Fee (including materials): $20 members, $25 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Oct. 25 "Decorate a Wooden Birdhouse" by Natalie Myers, Neon Rose Floral & Gifts
 Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 7 - 9 p.m.; Pre-registration required; Fee: $7 members, $9 non-members; plus a materials fee; 970-245-3288
   
Oct. 26 & Nov. 2 "Harvesting Color in Botanical Illustration" by Denise Newberry
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon or  6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required.  Fee: $55 members, $60 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Oct. 28 "Birds in Your Backyard" by Larry Collins, Wild Birds Unlimited
 Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m.; Pre-registration required; Fee: $7 members, $9 non-members; 970-245-3288
   
Oct. 28 "Grey Kitty Jr. Naturalist: Plant a Pumpkin with Pansies" by Kris & Lynne
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 12 - 12:30 p.m.; For kids and their parents; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Oct. 29 "Winterizing Your Garden"
 Lafayette Florist and Greenhouses in Lafayette; Time: 11 a.m.; 303-665-0771
   
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       
Nov. 1 "Whole Grains for Winter" by Linda Hoffman of Come Back to the Table
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.
   
Nov. 3 Free Day
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield (formerly Chatfield Nature Preserve) in Littleton
Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.;  303-973-3705
   
Nov. 4 "Whoooo's in Your Backyard: Bird Basics" by Mary Taylor Young
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 - 11 a.m.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 4 "John Fielder Slide Show & Book Signing" by John Fielder
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 4 - 5 Holiday Open House
 Lafayette Florist and Greenhouses in Lafayette; Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Hors d'oeuvres and champagne; ornaments, holiday decorating and gift giving ideas; 303-665-0771
   
Nov. 5 Free Sunday
Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 4:30  p.m.; 970-245-3288
   
Nov. 5 "Home Herbal Medicine Chest & Cold/Flu Remedies"
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; $25 materials fee; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 6 "Aromatherapy for the Holidays" by Mary Axelrod
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; Advance reservations required.  Fee (including materials): $30 members, $35 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Nov. 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 required; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Nov. 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 required; Fee: $5 per session or $22.50 for 5 sessions; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Nov. 9 - 11 Grandmother's House Holiday Boutique
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Sat.; $4 admission fee; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 12 "Holiday Herbal Gifts" by Christina Blume, Herbalist
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; $25 materials fee; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 14 "Delicious and Healthy Harvest Cookery" by Linda Hoffman
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required.  Fee (including materials): $25 members, $30 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Nov. 15 "Houseplant Gifts for Customers & Employees"
Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 17 - 19 Holiday Sale
 Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Fri., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Sat.; 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Sun.; Admission to the Gardens is free during this event.  720-865-3544
   
Nov. 18 "Grey Kitty Jr. Naturalist: Plant a Fall Table Decoration" by Kris & Lynne
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 - 11:30 p.m.; For kids and their parents; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 18 "Live By Design: Living Autumn Home Decor"
Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 18 & Dec. 4 "Botanical Notecards" by Denise Newberry
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Nov. 18 and 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 4; Advance reservations required.  Fee (including materials): $55 members, $60 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Nov. 19 "Liquid Soapmaking, Shampoo & Bubble Baths" by Christina Blume, Herbalist
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; $25 materials fee; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 20 "Thanksgiving Centerpieces" by Sue Oberle
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 3 p.m. or 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required.  Fee (including materials): $30 members, $35 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.
   
Nov. 25 - 26 Holiday Extravaganza Weekend
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Hot cider & cookies, holiday entertainment, gift demos and more; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 26 "Easy & Quick Holiday Gifts: Soothing Bath Salts & Replenishing Scrubs" by Jackie Robb, Herbalist
 Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; Fee for materials: $9; Pre-registration requested; 303-690-4722
   
Nov. 30 & Dec. 7 "Creating Your Own Hardcover Sketchbook" by Denise Newberry
 The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.; Advance reservations required.  Fee (including materials): $35 members, $40 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information.