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.
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.
Grape and kiwi pruning: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proper winter pruning methods unique to cultivating kiwi and grape vines in the Pacific Northwest will be taught in this practical course. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
Friday, January 17.
Willow: Plant Spirit Journey: 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.
Saturday, January 18
Workshop on Mixed Houseplant Containers: 10:30 a.m. to noon. Discover indoor-friendly houseplant types and gain practical experience designing a well-balanced mixed plant arrangement to take home. Al’s Garden Center, $40.
Basics of Fruit Tree Pruning: 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Learn how to choose the right tools, when to prune, and how to make the right cuts. The Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; email [email protected]; registration necessary; sliding scale starts at $40.
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
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.
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. Instructor Maryann Lewis will cover identification, growth patterns, pruning techniques and other conifer basics. Gresham Japanese Garden, $30.
February 8th, Saturday
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.
FRIDAY, FEB. 21
Plant Spirit Journey: Mugwort: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.
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. Gresham Japanese Garden, $30.
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.
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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