Unless otherwise stated, events are free. Calendar contributions should be sent to [email protected] at least three weeks in advance.
PERMANENT
Every month on the first Wednesday and the third Sunday, you can go for a walk with a friend at Tualatin Hills Nature Park at 9 a.m. Learn about the park’s history, flora, and fauna by going on a guided walk. 15655 S.W. Millikan Way, Beaverton; Tualatin Hills Nature Park; thprd.org.
Free webinars offered by the East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District:Learn how to manage land for the benefit of people, water, and wildlife. These workshops will help you save time, money, and energy on everything from biochar to stormwater solutions to water conservation. Atemswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops is the registration page.
The Happy Valley Garden Club meets every month on the second Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon. 14095 S.E. King Road, Happy Valley is home to Happy Valley Baptist Church.
Every Season’s Ikebana: the second Tuesday of each month, from 1-3 p.m. Learn the fundamental ideas, methods, tools, supplies, and maintenance of ikebana. Instruction, plant material, and practice pots are all included for $50. The Resource Center, Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org; 219 S. Main Ave.
Monthly meeting of the Portland Dahlia Society: second Tuesday of February through November, 7 p.m. Participate in a conversation about seasonal subjects. 7805 S.E. Oaks Park Way; portlanddahlia.com; Oaks Park Dance Pavilion.
The Oregon Fuchsia Society meets every month on the third Tuesday at 7 p.m. Oregonfuchsiasociety.com; Western Seminary (Bueermann Hall), 5511 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd.
The Estacada Garden Club meets every month on the second Thursday from 1-3 p.m. Estacada Public Library, Wade Street, 825 N.W.
Bonsai Art: Third Thursday and third Saturday of each month, 1-3 p.m. Mark Vossbrink, your instructor, will walk you through the process of making a bonsai project. Instruction, plant, container, soil, and all materials are included for $40. The Resource Center, Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org; 219 S. Main Ave.
Wednesday, November 27
Nature Pop-Up! 10 a.m. to noon is Fall Into Science time. Discover science projects based on nature with experienced teachers. 4000 S.W. Fairview Blvd. is the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center; www.hoytarboretum.org.
Monday, December 2.
Workshops for Wreath Making: At different times December 2, 5, and 8. With wine and refreshments, make your own 16-inch holiday wreath. Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org; $50 covers all materials.
Tuesday, December 3.
The Amazing World of Plants We Can Grow: (Zoom online) 7-8 p.m. In addition to providing an update on the Portland Botanical Gardens’ progress, Sean Hogan, proprietor of Cistus Design Nursery on Sauvie Island, will showcase a variety of olives, succulents, manzanitas, and scheffleras. Visit Washington County Master Gardeners.org to register.
Thursday, December 5
Plant-Based Natural Dyeing: 6–8 p.m. Take home your own dyed silk and cotton kerchiefs while learning the craft and procedure of hands-on natural dyeing and developing a creative connection to the plant life. 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116; Hedgerow Herb Co.; $65; hedgerowherbco.com.
December 7, Saturday
Cleaning of Mason Bee Cocoons: 10 a.m. to noon. This practical session will teach you how to remove, clean, and store mason bees. PCC Rock Creek, 17705 N.W. Springville Road, Building 4, Rooms 103 and 104; Washington County Master Gardeners.org.
Wreath Sale & Winterfest: 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Discover locally produced, fair trade, nature-themed goods, peruse the neighborhood vendor marketplace, and savor hot apple cider and mulled wine in the garden. 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave. is home to the Leach Botanical Garden; leachgarden.org.
10.30 a.m. to noon: Ring Around the Wreath Workshop. Make a customized 10-inch living wreath with seasonal decorations and take it home. $65; Al’s Garden & Home; www.als-gardencenter.com; Woodburn, Sherwood, Wilsonville, and Gresham.
DEC. 21, SATURDAY
Overview of Fruit Tree Growing: Top Tips for Beginning to Grow Your Own Fruit:10 a.m. to noon. Participate in a conversation with two fruit tree experts about planting, choosing, and maintaining your trees. A $15 registration fee is required at 360-737-1160, [email protected], or [email protected]. CASEE Center, 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie, WA (Building B, Room 205).
Nature Pop-Up! Crafty Natureland: December 21–22, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Use moss, leaves, cones, acorns, and other natural materials to make crafts that are inspired by nature. 4000 S.W. Fairview Blvd. is the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center; www.hoytarboretum.org.
January 11, a Saturday
Winter Pruning Workshop: All-Day Hands-on: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Francheska Snyder, a professional aesthetic pruner, will instruct pruners on a range of Japanese garden plants. $100; Gresham Japanese Garden.org; Vanport International, 28590 S.E. Wally Road, Boring.
Friday, January 17.
Journey of the Plant Spirit: 6:30 p.m. Participate in a plant sit to discover useful applications for seasonal species. Hedgerow Herb Company, 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116; hedgerowherbco.com; starting at $25.
Thursday, January 23
Japanese Maple Cultivar History: (online via Zoom) 6:30–8:00 p.m. With an emphasis on those introduced since 1980, instructor Norm Jacobs will talk about a time of transition in the Japanese maple industry. Gresham Japanese Garden, $30.
Saturday, January 25
Fruit tree pruning: 1-3 p.m. Jonathan Faith, the instructor, will talk about fertilizers, fungicide and pesticide sprays, cross pollination, and how to prune a variety of fruit plants. $45; Gresham Japanese Garden, Gresham; The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave.
Thursday, February 6.
Conifers Basics: (online via Zoom) 6–8 p.m. Identification, growth patterns, pruning methods, and other conifer fundamentals will be covered by instructor Maryann Lewis. Gresham Japanese Garden, $30.
Friday, March 21st
Journey of the Plant Spirit: 6:30 p.m. Participate in a plant sit to discover useful applications for seasonal species. Hedgerow Herb Company, 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116; hedgerowherbco.com; starting at $25.
June 7, a Saturday
Broadleaf shrub propagation: 1-3 p.m. Discover how to effectively grow appropriate woody plants from cuttings, including deciduous and evergreen plants. Plant physiology in relation to propagation, container and soil mix selection, and the function of rooting chemicals will be covered by instructor Norm Jacobs. The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org; $55 includes all materials.
Corey Sheldon
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