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.
FEB. 1, SATURDAY
Garden Gab: Fruit tree pruning is scheduled for February 1 from 10 to 11 a.m. in Woodburn and Sherwood and February 8 from 10 to 11 a.m. in 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.
Techniques for Espalier Pruning: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. To preserve structure and increase harvest, learn pruning tips, methods, and procedures for espaliered fruit trees. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
Tuesday, February 4th
Pruning Apples and Pears: February 4 and 8, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. In this practical class, you will learn how to prune apple and pear trees in the winter. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
Learning to Develop (Again): Paying attention, observing, and making plans(online through Zoom) 7-8 p.m. In her first year as the OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program’s statewide program manager, Dr. Leslie Madsen will discuss her learnings and how they are influencing the program’s goals and strategies. Visit Washington County Master Gardeners.org to register.
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, February 7.
Workshop on Fruit Tree Pruning: (online via Zoom) Hazel Dell, Washington, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on February 7 and from noon to 2:00 p.m. on February 8. Increase the beauty and productivity of your fruit trees with this two-part, hands-on pruning class by fruit tree expert Monica Maggio. $50 for both or $20 for the Zoom session only; registration required ateventbrite.com; visitextension.wsu.edu, call 564-397-5738, or [email protected].
February 8th, Saturday
Blueberry Maintenance: 10 a.m. to noon. Discover how to plant, fertilize, choose, and take care of blueberries, including how to prune them. 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.
Terrarium Workshop: Cultivate Your Calm, Build Your Own Terrarium:10:30-11:30 a.m. Feb. 9 and 16. Experience a creative workshop and learn how to build your own low-maintenance mini-ecosystem. $40; Al s Garden & Home (all locations);als-gardencenter.com.
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.
Pruning Grapes & Kiwis:11 a.m.-1 p.m. This hands-on workshop will teach proper winter pruning techniques specific to growing grapes and kiwi vines 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.
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.
Fruit Tree Restoration:11 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn about pruning techniques utilized in winter for trees that are overgrown, too big for their space or have been neglected for years. Sliding scale starts at $40; registration required athomeorchardeducationcenter.org; Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; [email protected].
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.
SATURDAY, MARCH 8
Blueberry Pruning:11 a.m.-1 p.m. March 8 and 15. Learn best practices for pruning blueberry plants with guided instruction and hands-on practice. Sliding scale starts at $40; registration required athomeorchardeducationcenter.org; Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; [email protected].
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, MARCH 29
Yamhill County Master Gardeners and OSU Spring into Gardening:8:45 a.m.-4 p.m. Sign up for gardening classes on flowers, healthy gardens and climate resilience, talk to garden experts, enter the annual raffle and more. $40, add lunch for $17; Linfield University, Keck Science Center, 356 Linfield Ave., McMinnville; register atYCMGA.org.
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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