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What’s Growing On Series – Build a Raised Bed

Grassroots Gardens of WNY 389 Broadway, Buffalo
Interested in raised beds gardens at home? Not sure where to start? Join this beginner-friendly class for an exploration of picking the right type of raised bed for you, and then get some hands-on practice in basic power tool use and simple wood carpentry. Please note: attendees will not take home a raised bed, but will learn all the skills needed to make one. Classes are offered in partnership with the Massachusetts Avenue Project, Urban Roots Cooperative Garden Market, and Grassroots Gardens...

ReLeaf Arbor Day Tree Expo

Cazenovia Park 155 Cazenovia Pkwy., Buffalo
Meet a group of professional urban arborists and foresters who will share the tricks of their trade from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25 at Cazenovia Park, Warren Spahn Way, Buffalo. 14220. The Arbor Day Tree Expo event will include: It will be hosted by the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, Western New York ReLeaf, the New York State Urban Forestry Council (UFC) and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.  ...

Spring Magic Planter

Lockwood's Garden Center 4484 Clark St., Hamburg
Ready your front porch for spring with the spring planter workshop at Lockwood’s. Mary will lead you in creating a beautiful outdoor planter using pansies, primrose, and other cool tolerant flowers.   The cost is $40.00 To reserve your spot go to: https://weknowplants.com/events/...

Terrarium Workshop at the Gardens – sold out

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo
This terrarium workshop is designed for adults who want to bring nature indoors. At the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens this hands on workshop will guide you through designing and building your very own glass-encased ecosystem. Discover, the fundamentals of terrarium design and layering, how to choose the right plants, tips for maintaining a healthy, long-lasting mini-garden and more. All materials will be provided to design and build your own terrarium. For more information and to reserve your spot...

Earth Day: Food, the Ultimate Climate Change Messenger

Olean Meditation Center 2275 Dugan Rd., Olean
Celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 25 with a talk by Dr. Michael Hoffman on “Food: The Ultimate Climate Change Messenger,” networking, and conversation afterwards. The event is free. Advance registration is requested. Mike Hoffmann is dedicating his life to confronting the grand challenge of climate change by helping people understand and appreciate what is happening through the foods we all love and need. He has published climate change articles in the popular press – The Hill, Fortune, Medium, and...

Spring Planting 101: Trees and Shrubs

Lockwood's Garden Center 4484 Clark St., Hamburg
Healthy landscape plants start with proper planting! Get to this class at Lockwood’s where Jeff Fabian, an ISA Certified Arborist, will talk about the specifics of proper planting techniques and care of newly planted trees and shrubs to help them become well established during the growing season. Register today to learn new techniques to help your landscape plants thrive in their new home. To register, call the store (716-649-4684) or email us at orders@weknowplants.com. Price: Free...

Pollinators at Pfeiffer Nature Center

Pfeiffer Nature Center (Lillibridge location) 1974 Lillibridge Road, Portville
Join Pfeiffer Nature Center for an educational program focused on bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators. Learn about the pollinators that help our ecosystem thrive. This free program is ideal for gardeners, families, and anyone interested in supporting local ecosystems. Discover:...