Join us! We could use some extra hands to put the gardens “to bed.” Thursday October 10, starting at 9:30, Cenotaph Park. Bring tools and energy! We’ll supply thanks and appreciation with a touch of laughter! If you need a … Continue reading
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Nov. 12th, 7:00pm – Leora Berman, The Land Between
As the co-founder of this national charity, Leora has many years of experience in the stewardship of the remaining wilderness in southern Ontario. She will explain why protecting our local area is vital to the continuation of a uniquely diverse environment. … Continue reading
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YouTube channel videos
We’ve had a YouTube channel for a while. Being on CHEX TV fairly often over the years gave us some great content to share! This past summer with the help of Anita Locke we made a short video about our … Continue reading
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Garden Clean Up! Thursday October 10th! 9:30am Cenotaph park
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Oct. 8th, Paul LaPorte, Tracing the roots of a native plant
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We know the advantages of growing native plants in our gardens — but — do we ever wonder how they came to flourish in Ontario? Join us at The Marshland Centre, Hague Blvd in Lakefield. 7pm. Guest welcome. Refreshments … Continue reading
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Sept. 10th-Rachel Burrows – Growing and Using herbs
Time to get ready for our fall season of speakers! First up! Rachel Burrows speaking about herbs! Rachel Burrows: Growing and using herbs Learn a little of the History of Herbs – how to grow them successfully and use them … Continue reading
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Flower show in the media
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Thank you to our local media for highlighting the societies 41st Annual Flower Show! Follow highlighted links for video and pictures! CHEX TV-Global aired a really nice piece about the flower show on the news multiple times. Clifford Skarstedt … Continue reading
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August 1st, Summer Flower Show (9:00 – 3:00pm)
There will be a flower show in August held at the Lakefield Scout building. The Scout building is located near the Community centre (Arena). The flower show will be held on the same day as the Lakefield Market, so we … Continue reading
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Tea money to lettuce!
A great project in Lakefield that is supported by many including by our guests who attend our meetings. After each meeting we have tea and refreshments. Donations received for these treats goes to support this program! https://www.electriccitymagazine.ca/2019/07/lakefield-youth-nurture-lettuce-from-canoe-to-cafe/?fbclid=IwAR082e2eWFDmOQioFbLJc7G9GkO2YRP-y-uGDV9FnECoCfzvIkmfGc7gbjc
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May 14th, 7:00pm – Leslie Abram: Small wonders
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Using a macro lens, Leslie Abram has captured extraordinary images of many of the smallest creatures in our gardens. Leslie has stories to go along with the photos, stories of how animals live, act and adapt. Her observations and images … Continue reading
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April 9th, 7pm – Paul Zammit: Rethinking beauty – SOLD OUT!
Inspiring gardeners in a changing world. “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” Whether it is the first snowdrop after a long winter, or the last rose of summer – if it makes you smile, it belongs in your garden! … Continue reading
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