Unless otherwise stated, events are free. Calendar contributions should be sent to [email protected] at least three weeks in advance.
PERMANENT
Water-Friendly Garden Series and Wildlife: (online with the possibility of in-person screenings) noon until one o’clock. Thursdays till March 6. With a focus on climate resilience and the effects of climate change on wildlife, the Clackamas Community College Environmental Learning Center is holding free weekly courses with specialists from the industry that will cover water quality and wildlife gardening.ELC Gardens2025 (bit.ly).
Metro Parks and Nature Winter 2025: March 15 at a variety of times and places. This winter, get in touch with nature by volunteering in your community, learning more about wildlife, or taking up a new activity. Registering for a guided lesson, walk, stewardship activity, or hands-on experience at a Metro park or natural area is open to individuals, families, and groups. Registration is free to $6. 503-220-2782; oregonmetro.gov/GuidedActivities; oregonmetro.gov/calendar
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.
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 ($20).
Friday, January 24
Plant-Based Natural Dyeing: 6–8 p.m. Learn how to dye marigold blooms and take home scarves made by hand from cotton and silk. 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116; Hedgerow Herb Co.; $65; hedgerowherbco.com.
Saturday, January 25
Workshop on Blueberry Pruning: 10 a.m. to noon. Take a practical workshop with Master Gardeners and hone your abilities at a demonstration vineyard in the Vancouver region. $10 to register at ateventbrite.com; visitextension.wsu.edu, contact Erika.d. [email protected], or phone 564-397-5738.
a.m. to noon Mason Bees 101:10. In addition to identification and natural history, this lecture will cover traits, activities, and the reasons why mason bees are among the best and oldest pollinators in our region. PCC Rock Creek, 17705 N.W. Springville Road, Building 4, Room 103; Washington County Master Gardeners.org.
Fig and persimmon pruning: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Discover the right winter trimming methods for fig and persimmon trees grown in the Pacific Northwest. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
January 25–26, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Fermentopia: A Celebration of Fermented Foods and Beverages. Enjoy tastings, demonstrations, and more as you discover the health advantages of fermented foods and beverages. $5 Phoenix Plaza Civic Center, 220 N. Main St., Phoenix, OR; theFermentopia.com; ateventbrite.com.
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.
FEB. 1, SATURDAY
Garden Gab: Fruit Tree Pruning:10-11 a.m. Feb. 1 (Woodburn and Sherwood) and 10-11 a.m. Feb. 8 (Gresham and Wilsonville). Take part in a practical workshop with Bartlett tree specialists, discover the keys to effective pruning, and get direction on crucial methods.Garden Center Als.com.
Tuesday, February 4th
Learning to Grow (Again): Observing, Listening, Planning:(online via Zoom) 7-8 p.m. Dr. Leslie Madsen will share what she has learned during her first year as statewide program manager for the OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program, and how that knowledge is shaping the vision and plans for the program. Registration required atwashingtoncountymastergardeners.org.
Thursday, February 6.
Fundamentals of Conifers:(online via Zoom) 6-8 p.m. Instructor Maryann Lewis will cover identification, growth patterns, pruning techniques and other conifer basics. $30;GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
SATURDAY, FEB. 8
Blueberry Care:10 a.m.-noon. Learn about planting, fertilizing, selection and care for blueberries, including pruning techniques. PCC Rock Creek (Building 7, Room 105), 17705 N.W. Springville Road;washingtoncountymastergardeners.org.
Willow Tray Weaving Workshop:6-9 p.m. Receive hands-on instruction and craft your very own harvested woven willow weave tray. $150; Hedgerow Herb Co., 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116;hedgerowherbco.com.
SUNDAY, FEB. 9
Pruning Conifers in the Garden:10 a.m.-noon. Take a look at various small conifers in and around Tsuru Island, and discover techniques and strategies that can be used in any garden style. $45; Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham;GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
SATURDAY, FEB. 15
Pruning Perennials:10 a.m.-noon. Join the Washington County Master Gardener Association for discussion and pruning demonstrations of various landscape perennials. WCMGA Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate, 8005 S.W. Grabhorn Road, Beaverton;washingtoncountymastergardeners.org.
FRIDAY, FEB. 21
Plant Spirit Journey: Mugwort:6:30 p.m. Take part in a plant sit and learn about practical uses of seasonal species. From $25; Hedgerow Herb Co., 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116;hedgerowherbco.com.
SATURDAY, FEB. 22
Raising Mason Bees:10 a.m.-noon. Join mason bee expert Ron Spendal for a class focusing on environmental needs, nesting behaviors and housing devices attractive to mason bees. PCC Rock Creek (Building 4, Room 103), 17705 N.W. Springville Road;washingtoncountymastergardeners.org.
SUNDAY, MARCH 2
Spring Native Plant Sale:Online ordering begins for Sparrowhawk s spring season.sparrowhawknativeplants.com.
THURSDAY, MARCH 6
Introduction to the Aesthetic Pruning Approach:(online via Zoom) 6-8 p.m. Instructor Maryann Lewis will discuss how to apply the aesthetic pruning approach to trees and shrubs, including how to assess plant material, identifying the role they play and developing a pruning plan to achieve your goals. $30;GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
FRIDAY, MARCH 7
Lane County Home & Garden Show:Noon-9 p.m. March 7, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. March 8 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. March 9. Explore, shop and compare more than 300 exhibits featuring experts and new products and services for homes, gardens and yards. $5 or free with three cans of food; Lane Events Center, 796 W. 13th Ave., Eugene;EugeneHomeShow.com.
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
Plant Spirit Journey:6:30 p.m. Take part in a plant sit and learn about practical uses of seasonal species. From $25; Hedgerow Herb Co., 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116;hedgerowherbco.com.
SATURDAY, MAY 3
Gardenfest 2025:PCC Rock Creek, 17705 N.W. Springville Road.
Spring Candling of Pines:Instructor Laura Dufala will candle, needle and prune pines while discussing the whys and hows of the process. $45; Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham;GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
SATURDAY, JUNE 7
Propagating Broadleaf Shrubs:1-3 p.m. Learn how to successfully propagate deciduous and evergreen plants and other suitable woody plants from cuttings. Instructor Norm Jacobs will explain plant physiology as it pertains to propagation, selection of containers and soil mixes, and the role of rooting compounds. $55 includes all materials; The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham;GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
— Corey Sheldon
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