SEPTEMBER 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.
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SEPTEMBER 2006 EVENTS GARDEN TOURS GARDEN & HOME SHOWS CLASSES / LECTURES LOOKING AHEAD Events and classes are subject to change. Please call in advance to verify information.
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| EVENTS |
| Ongoing to Oct. 31 |
Exhibit: Living Bronze
Sculptures by Robert Wick Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: Regular garden hours; 720-865-3544 |
| Sept. 2 & 4 |
Docent
Tours of Betty
Ford Alpine Gardens Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail. Time: 10:30 a.m.; For information call 970-476-0103. |
| Sept. 3 |
Free
Sunday Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| Sept. 8 - 10 | Celebrate
Nature's Beauty in Botanic Illustration: Show & Sale of Botanic Art Echter’s Greenhouse & Gardens in Arvada, Time: Store hours.; Hosted by the Rocky Mountain Society of Botanical Artists, who will hold a reception with refreshments on Sat. from 1 - 3 p.m.; 303-424-7979 |
| Sept. 8 - 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. |
| Sept. 9 - 10 |
Colorado Dahlia Society Show The Foothills Fashion Mall, 215 Foothills Parkway in Fort Collins; For information call 303-776-6150 or visit www.dahlias.net. |
| Sept. 11 |
Free Day Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., A day to connect with nature, friends & family; 303-797-8565 |
| Sept. 16 - 17 |
Gloxinia Gesneriad Growers Show & Sale Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 1 - 4:30 p.m. on Sat. and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sun.; 303-467-2135 |
| Sept. 18 |
Free
Day Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544 |
| Sept. 23 |
Grand Opening of the
Children's Garden The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Activities for youth, refreshments and lots of surprises; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Sept. 23 - 24 |
2006 Annual Show of
Miniature Trees Worner Center of Colorado College, 902 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs (just north of downtown Colorado Springs); Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Presented by the Pikes Peak Bonsai Society; For information call 719-540-3708. |
| Sept. 30 |
Fall Plant & Bulb Sale Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544 |
| GARDEN AND HOME SHOWS |
| GARDEN TOURS |
| Sept. 10 |
"Marcia Tatroe's Garden Tour"
by Marcia Tatroe The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon; Tour the garden of Marcia and Randy Tatroe; Advance reservations required. Fee: $10 members, $15 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| CLASSES/LECTURES |
| Please note: Classes are subject to change. Please call in advance to verify information. | |
| Sept. 2 |
"Avoiding Winter Weight
Gain"
by Mountain View Chiropractic
and Wellness Center Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 - 11 a.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 3 |
"Ornamental Grasses"
by
Lina Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 5, 12, 19, & 26 |
"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. |
| Sept. 6 |
"The Weatherwise Gardener"
by Nolan Doeskin, Assistant State
Climatologist at the Colorado Climate Center 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. |
| Sept. 6 |
"Wednesday Business Buzz --
Planting Bulbs for Spring Beauty" Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 6 & 26 |
"Autumn Fine Art Flower
Photography"
by Doug Newberry The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 7 - 9 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $30 members, $35 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Sept. 7 & 14 |
"An Overview of Botanical
Illustration"
by Denise Newberry The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 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. |
| Sept. 9 |
"Learn
to Compost" -- worm composting workshop 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. |
| Sept. 9 |
"Start a Beautiful Lawn Now"
by Michael, Lawn Master and
"Composting with Worms"
by Lyle Jackson, Worm-eez The Flower Bin in Longmont; Time: 2 p.m.; 303-772-3454 |
| Sept. 9 |
"Purr-fect Pansies for Winter
Color Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 9 |
"Seed Collecting" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| Sept. 9 |
"Orchids Are Easy" by
Krystal Keistler Echter’s Greenhouse & Gardens in Arvada, Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.; 303-424-7979 |
| Sept. 10 |
"Preparing Your Patio Plants for
Winter Indoors"
by Teyha Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 11 |
"Spectacular Summer Salsas!"
by Dianne Moeller 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. |
| Sept. 12 |
"Self-Care for the Back"
by Jane Query The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 9 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $20 members, $25 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Sept. 13 |
"Cooking with Edible Flowers"
by Sue Oberle 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. |
| Sept. 13 & 27 |
"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. |
| Sept. 16 |
Neighborhood Compost Seminar Rosedale Community Garden (South Denver), 2332 S. Sherman St. (Iliff & Logan), Denver; Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; Register at least one week in advance by calling 720-865-6810 or emailing DenverRecycles@ci.denver.co.us. |
| Sept. 16 |
"Victorian Secrets -- The
Language of Flowers"
by Susan Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 16 |
"Pruning Techniques and
Fall Maintenance for Trees and Shrubs" by
Mariah Donahue Echter’s Greenhouse & Gardens in Arvada, Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.; 303-424-7979 |
| Sept. 16 |
"Is It Hardy?"
by Becky, Perennial Master The Flower Bin in Longmont; Time: 2 p.m.; 303-772-3454 |
| Sept. 16 |
"Lawn Fertilizing" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| Sept. 17 |
"Pain Free Gardening"
by Dr. Doug Medford of Medford
Chiropractic Center Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 18 & 25 |
"Botanical Drawing I - Pencil"
by Denise Newberry The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10 a.m. - Noon; Advance reservations required. Fee (including materials): $30 members, $35 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Sept. 18 & 23 & Oct. 2 |
"Garden Photography for
35mm and Digital Cameras"
by Britt Ripley The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6:30 - 8:45 p.m. on Sept. 18, 5:30 - 7 p.m. on Sept. 23 and 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. on Oct. 2; Advance reservations required. Fee (including photography workbook): $45 members, $50 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Sept. 19, Oct. 3 & 10 |
"Botany for Illustrators and
Gardeners"
by Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 6 - 9 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $87 members, $92 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Sept. 21 |
"The Gift of Good Health from
Preserved Foods"
by Marina Poling 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. |
| Sept. 23 |
"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. |
| Sept. 23 |
"Structure Pruning Young Trees"
by Jamin Mayer, Parker Tree The Flower Bin in Longmont; Time: 2 p.m.; 303-772-3454 |
| Sept. 23 |
"Fall Clean-Up" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| Sept. 23 |
"Fall Bulbs" by
Steve Flickinger, Simple Pleasures Bulbs Echter’s Greenhouse & Gardens in Arvada, Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.; 303-424-7979 |
| Sept. 23 |
"Reviving or Planting a
Container Garden for Fall" Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 23 |
"How to Successfully Force
Bulbs"
by Kris Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - Noon; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 23 |
"How to Plant and Use
Spring-Flowering Bulbs in Your Gardens"
by Cornelius Noordermeer from
Cornelius Bulb Co. Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 3 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 23 |
"Fall Pond Clean-Up"
by Bud and Debbie from BR&D Landscape Arapahoe Acres Nursery in Littleton, Time: 2 - 4 p.m.; 303-791-1660 |
| Sept. 23 & 24 |
"Trough Garden Construction"
by Karen Lehrer The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 9 - 11 a.m.; Advance reservations required. Classes will be held at Laporte Ave. Nursery; Fee (including trough-making materials): $55 members, $60 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Sept. 24 |
"Plant NOW for Spring-Flowering
Trees"
by
Craig Miller Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 26, Oct. 3, 10 & 17 |
"Yoga at Noon"
by Will Moore The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: Noon - 1 p.m.; Advance reservations required. Fee: $36 members, $41 nonmembers; See http://fcgov.com/horticulture or call 970-416-2486 for information. |
| Sept. 28 |
"Fun and Funky Papermaking"
by Laurie Fonken-Joseph The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. or 6:30 - 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. |
| Sept. 30 |
"A Salad from Your Window"
by Ryan, Annuals Master The Flower Bin in Longmont; Time: 2 p.m.; 303-772-3454 |
| Sept. 30 |
"Bulbs" Kuiper High Plains Garden, 14201 E. Hampden Ave. in Aurora; Time: 9:30 - 11 a.m.; Sponsored by Aurora Utilities; 303-326-8806 |
| Sept. 30 |
"Getting Your Bird Garden Ready
for Winter"
by Leslie Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 30 |
"The Basics of Xeriscape"
by Craig Miller Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 1 - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| Sept. 30 |
"Scarecrow-Making Clinic" by
Mariah Donohue and Gay Bechir Echter’s Greenhouse & Gardens in Arvada, Time: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Bring old clothes, hats and gloves. Echter's supplies the straw and art supplies; Fee: $20 for each scarecrow; For kids and kids at heart! Reservations required; 303-424-7979 |
| 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. |
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| LOOKING AHEAD | |
| Oct. 1 |
Free
Sunday Western Colorado Botanical Gardens in Grand Junction; Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 970-245-3288 |
| 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. 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 |
"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 |
Garlic Festival Tagawa Garden Center in Aurora; Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; 303-690-4722 |
| 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 - 8 |
Rocky Mountain African Violet Council Show and
Sale Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; 303-216-9232 |
| 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 |
"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. 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 &
Sale Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; 303-465-1166 |
| Oct. 16 |
Free
Day Denver Botanic Gardens, Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; 720-865-3544 |
| 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. 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. 22 |
North American Rock Garden Society Show Denver Botanic Gardens Mitchell Hall; Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 303-699-8958 |
| 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. 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 - 29 |
Garden of Goodies
Halloween Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.; Free; trick-or-treat around Hudson Gardens' lighted, decorated Oval Garden; 303-797-8565. |