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Small forest owners: learn about new program

Cattaraugus County Cooperative Extension 28 Parkside Dr., Ellicottville, NY, United States
If you own minimums ranging from 30 acres to 100 acres of forested property, you can learn about a relatively new program now available: Forest Carbon Programs. Since trees absorb carbon dioxide from the air and store it in their branches, trunks, and roots, they are recognized as an important tool in combating climate change. This is another characteristic of forests that make them a valuable asset. Under the right circumstances, owners can participate in a carbon market program that...

Seeds to Splendor: Vegetative Reproduction Cuttings and Grafts

Cornell Cooperative Extension Orleans County 12690 State Route 31, Albion, New York
Create genetically identical specimens of your most cherished plants. Learn the skills of Propagation from cuttings and creating grafts. You’ll discover how to select optimal plant material, prepare your cuttings and grafts, manage environmental conditions, and nurture new plant growth across a variety of species and horticultural contexts. All classes will be held the third Saturday of the month at Cornell Cooperative Extension, Education Center, Harrington Classroom, 12690 State Rte. 31, Albion, NY 14411. Suggested donation is $5. To reserve...

Smallwood Garden Club

theWELLbuffalo 995 Dodge Rd., Getzville, New York
Cathy McGovern, owner of Trillium’s Florist Shop, explains to Smallwood Garden Club how a small shop can thrive in a challenging market. It will take place at 7 pm Monday, November 17 at theWELLbuffalo, 995 Dodge Rd, Amherst. Guests are welcome....

African Violet Society: Propagate It!

GreenFields Assisted Living Facility 5951 Broadway, Lancaster, New York
The African Violet & Gesneriad Society of WNY will meet at Greenfields Assisted Living Facility – Court Entrance, 5951 Broadway, Lancaster NY 14086. Parking is free. The program will talk about how to propagate gesneriads including African Violets. It is open to the public and there is no admission fee. If you have questions, contact Holly Pohl at hollylou51@gmail.com....

Online talk: Liberated Landscape

Discover the power of ecological garden design in this free national Wild Ones webinar, Living in the Liberated Landscape: My Yard, with award-winning landscape designer Larry Weaner. Join the national Wild Ones on Thursday, November 20 at 7 PM for a personal look at how dynamic, self-sustaining landscapes can emerge when we partner with nature instead of control it. Drawing on more than 35 years of experience, Weaner will share practical strategies for designing dynamic gardens that evolve naturally, support biodiversity, and bring...

Plants of Greece

The Genesee County Master Gardeners will be continuing their monthly Garden Talk programs through the end of this year. This free series can be attended in person or via Zoom. it is open to all but you must register to attend. This month’s talk with Catherine J. takes you on a journey around Greece and the plants she saw when she was there. For more information and to register go to: https://genesee.cce.cornell.edu/events/2025/12/04/garden-talk-plants-of-greece...

What’s Bugging You? IPM for clothes moths and pantry moths

Each month, experts from Cornell’s College of Agricultural and Life Sciences will share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment. At the end, there will be an IPM Minute to cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems. This month’s program discusses how to deal with moths in the home. Register to attend the live Zoom program...

Buffalo Area Daylily meeting

Buffalo Area Daylily meeting at Sunday, December 7 at the Aurora Senior Center, 101 King Street, East Aurora. 1:30 p.m. Doors Open 2 p.m. Business Meeting/Announcements 2:15 p.m. Guest Speaker to be announced 3 p.m. Break for refreshments 3:15 p.m. Photo Contest 3:45 p.m. Door prizes, clean up 4 p.m. Meeting closes Cookie Exchange Please bring a platter of your favorite holiday treat & a copy of the recipe to share. And if baking isn’t your thing, appetizers and snacks...

African Violet Society: Trailing African Violets and Gesneriads

GreenFields Assisted Living Facility 5951 Broadway, Lancaster, New York
The African Violet & Gesneriad Society of WNY will meet at Greenfields Assisted Living Facility – Court Entrance, 5951 Broadway, Lancaster NY 14086. Parking is free. The program will be a CD presentation on trailing African Violets and Gesneriads. The program is open to the public and there is no admission fee. If you have questions, contact Holly Pohl at hollylou51@gmail.com....

Seeds to Splendor: Winter Sowing

Cornell Cooperative Extension Orleans County 12690 State Route 31, Albion, New York
Winter sowing is an effective way to grow native plants, annuals and vegetable seeds using recycled milk jugs. Winter sowing traditionally starts on the Winter Solstice and is a great way to extend the growing season and grow your own food. All classes will be held the third Saturday of the month at Cornell Cooperative Extension, Education Center, Harrington Classroom, 12690 State Rte. 31, Albion, NY 14411. Suggested donation is $5. To reserve your seat call 585-798-4265 or email klo54@...

Orchard Park GC: Monarch Butterflies

American Legion Hall 5784 Ellis Rd., Orchard Park, New York
Eastern Monarch Butterfly owner, David O’Donnell, will share the mission of thefarm dedicated to increasing the Monarch population....

African Violet Society: Interpretive Plant Designs

GreenFields Assisted Living Facility 5951 Broadway, Lancaster, New York
The African Violet & Gesneriad Society of WNY will meet at GreenFields Assisted Living Facility – Court Entrance, 5951 Broadway, Lancaster NY 14086. Parking is free. The meeting will feature a demonstration on putting together a plant design for a judged show as well as the rules for a judged show and what not to do. The meeting is open to the public and there is no admission fee. If you have questions, contact Holly Pohl at hollylou51@gmail.com....

African Violet Society: Fertilizer and Soil Mixes

GreenFields Assisted Living Facility 5951 Broadway, Lancaster, New York
The African Violet & Gesneriad Society of WNY will meet at GreenFields Assisted Living Facility – Court Entrance, 5951 Broadway, Lancaster NY 14086. Parking is free. The April meeting will be a panel discussion on fertilizers and soil mixes for African Violets and Gesneriads. The meeting is open to the public and there is no admission charge. If you have questions, contact Holly Pohl at hollylou51@gmail.com....

African Violet Society: Dawg Show!

GreenFields Assisted Living Facility 5951 Broadway, Lancaster, New York
The African Violet & Gesneriad Society of WNY will meet at Greenfields Assisted Living Facility – Court Entrance, 5951 Broadway, Lancaster NY 14086. Parking is free. For this meeting take in your “Not so Pretty African Violet”. Meetings are open to the public and there is no admission. If you have questions, contact Holly Pohl at hollylou51@gmail.com....