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Topiary Tales at Botanical Gardens

Topiary Tales at Botanical Gardens

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
See charming, larger-than-life animal topiaries during Topiary Tales, the newest exhibit at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens. The exhibit will open on Friday, Sept. 19 and continue through Sunday, Nov. 2 at the Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Ave. Buffalo. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

Native culinary herbs in Jamestown

Audubon Community Nature Center 1600 Riverside Rd., Jamestown, New York, United States
Sarah Sorci of Sweet Flag Herbs will speak on “Native Culinary Herbs for the Home Garden” at First Friday at the Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, one-quarter mile east of Route 62 between Jamestown, NY, and Warren, PA. Take a brown bag lunch for conversation after the talk. The $8 for the public and $6 for Nature Center members and children from ages 9–15. Reservations are appreciated. Call (716) 569-2345 or click through AudubonCNC.org/events. Walk-ins are welcome....

What’s Bugging You? Winterize your home orchard – Feeding friendly insects: Fall is for planting

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 talks about how to get your home orchard ready for winter and talking about plants that...
Free Friday Tours at the Gardens

Free Friday Tours at the Gardens

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
Visit the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens on select Friday afternoons for complimentary, 30-minute “mini tours.” Learn all about the highlights of the first six greenhouses from knowledgeable Garden Guides. Then, enjoy the rest of our conservatory at your own pace. Bring a friend and learn about the fascinating living collections. Tours are informative and fun for the whole family, all ages are welcome. Learn about the living collections and historic conservatory. The price of the tour is included...

Wildlife Day at Reinstein Woods: Birds

Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve 93 Honorine Dr, Cheektowaga, New York
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve is offering a series of bird walks where you can search for birds and learn how you can help with bird conservation. There will be hourly events for bird watching and other aspects of birding. Free bird-friendly coffee samples will be available to all participants. For more information and to register for the various events go to: https://reinsteinwoods.org/events/wildlife-day-birds/...
Feed the Fish at the Gardens

Feed the Fish at the Gardens

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
Get up close and personal with the family of koi fish at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens. Enjoy early access to the Gardens before they are open to the public with a special learning experience that’s fun for all ages. Each participant receives a cup of koi fish food and time to help feed our fishy friends.  For more information and to get tickets go to: https://www.buffalogardens.com/events/feed-the-fish/event/2025-01-04/ ...

Master Your Garden Series: Microgreens

Cornell Cooperative Extension Orleans County 12690 State Route 31, Albion, New York
Presenter: Leonard Bower, Bower Farms.  Learn how a local grower turned his quest to enrich his mother’s diet with a nutrient-dense powerhouse vegetable into a successful small business, supplying microgreens to consumers across WNY. All classes will be held at Orleans County CCE in the Education Center.   Class size is limited, pre-registration is required.  Suggested donation: $5 per class.  Register by calling 585-798-4265 or emailing klo54@cornell.edu....
Fall pumpkin dried arrangement at Henry’s

Fall pumpkin dried arrangement at Henry’s

Henry’s Gardens 7884 Sisson Hwy., Eden, NY, United States
Learn how to make a fall pumpkin dried arrangement at Henry’s Gardens in Eden. Staff members will show you how to use locally grown pumpkins as well as dried flowers, cones and leaves in this hands-on class. You’ll learn design techniques and walk away with your own creation that can last through the holiday season. The fall pumpkin dried arrangement classes will take place on Wednesdays and Saturdays from Sept. 24 to Oct. 18 at Henry’s Gardens. The price is $48....

Vernon Triangle Bulb Planting Plus more

The Tool Library 2626 Main St., Buffalo
The Tool Library is continuing their Fall Service Days and are asking for help from the community to clean up Main Street in front of the Tool Library and plant bulbs in the Vernon Triangle, plus learn how to sort and save seeds for the Little Free Seed Library. These community service events reconnect neighbors and harness the power of collective action to improve the quality of life in Buffalo. For more information go to: https://thetoollibrary.org/service/...
Unnatural Nature

Unnatural Nature

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
Nature doesn’t start in bright pinks or electric oranges, but these paintings do. In this body of work at the Arcangel Gallery in the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, explore Nick Napierala’s unique depictions of the natural world. “I begin each piece with an unusual underpainting: layers of bold, unexpected color that peek through the surface. These bright beginnings remind me that perfection isn’t the goal, process is. Every painting is a negotiation between control and letting go, between...
Topiary Tales at Botanical Gardens

Topiary Tales at Botanical Gardens

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
See charming, larger-than-life animal topiaries during Topiary Tales, the newest exhibit at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens. The exhibit will open on Friday, Sept. 19 and continue through Sunday, Nov. 2 at the Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Ave. Buffalo. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....

Succulent Pumpkin Workshop at Lockwood’s

Lockwood's Garden Center 4484 Clark St., Hamburg, NY
Mary Kruszka at Lockwood’s will be your guide as you design a pumpkin creation that will last for months. You will be using succulent cuttings and dried flowers to create a seasonal piece in a pumpkin centerpiece. The class is limited to 20 people. The price is $50. For more information and to reserve your spot go to: https://weknowplants.com/events/...
Storytime at Topiary Tales

Storytime at Topiary Tales

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
Children and their caregivers can listen to short stories from Topiary Tales, a book inspired by the larger-than-life animal topiaries from this seasonal exhibit. Storytime will be held on Saturdays from September 19 through November 2 from 11:00-11:30 am, and is included with admission....
Fall pumpkin dried arrangement at Henry’s

Fall pumpkin dried arrangement at Henry’s

Henry’s Gardens 7884 Sisson Hwy., Eden, NY, United States
Learn how to make a fall pumpkin dried arrangement at Henry’s Gardens in Eden. Staff members will show you how to use locally grown pumpkins as well as dried flowers, cones and leaves in this hands-on class. You’ll learn design techniques and walk away with your own creation that can last through the holiday season. The fall pumpkin dried arrangement classes will take place on Wednesdays and Saturdays from Sept. 24 to Oct. 18 at Henry’s Gardens. The price is $48....