For those interested in learning more about the living art of bonsai, the Hinoki Bonsai Club will conduct one or two beginners’ classes in the Spring of 2020. (The exact dates will be determined based upon student interest, but the first session will … [Read more...]
About the Great Backyard Bird Count
Every February, count for as little as 15 minutes in your own backyard to help expand our understanding of birds. The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is a free, fun, and easy event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to … [Read more...]
Hello Winter! February Events
"Don't think the garden loses its ecstasy in winter. It's quiet, but the roots are down there riotous" -Rumi Feb 1 Spring To Green Symposium-“Grow What You Love” by Danville Master Gardeners & VCE. Open to all, Danville Feb 3 Bedford … [Read more...]
Event: Grow The Good Life!
Its always fun to "kick-start" the Spring gardening season with new, fresh ideas, meeting other Master Gardeners as well others interested in gardening. Registrations are being accepted now. Please share with your gardening friends. REGISTRATION … [Read more...]
Registration open: “Women in Agriculture” Gathering!
FEB 20th-21st: The gathering will kick off with an in-depth farm transition workshop on Thursday, February 20 and end with a full day of conference speakers, sessions, and networking on Friday, February 21 from 9:15-3:30 (8:30 registration). This … [Read more...]
January 2020 Events
Nature has many scenes to exhibit, and constantly draws a curtain over this part or that. She is constantly repainting the landscape and all surfaces, dressing up some scene for our entertainment.~Henry David Thoreau, 1858 Jan 2 Grow The … [Read more...]
December Events
The simplicity of winter has a deep moral. The return of Nature, after such a career of splendor and prodigality, to habits so simple and austere, is not lost either upon the head or the heart.~John Burroughs 1866 WHAT's HAPPENING THIS … [Read more...]
HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR
Sunday, Dec 8th! The Bedford Council of Garden Clubs welcomes you to five unique Bedford homes selected for our 2019 tour! Tickets/brochures are $20 each, and good for all 5 homes. Refreshments will be served at the Bedford Welcome Center, where the … [Read more...]
Fall Fire Season in Virginia
Fall wildfire season is here! Keep yourself and your family safe from the ravages of wildfire. Preventing a wildfire from ever starting is critical to the safety and security of everyone in Virginia. And, since most wildfires (96 percent) … [Read more...]
Pollinators Still Need Your Help
Pollinators are responsible for 1 out of 3 bites of food we take each day, and yet pollinators are at critical point in their own survival. Many reasons contribute to their recent decline. We know for certain, however, that more nectar and pollen … [Read more...]