Except where otherwise noted, all meetings are held at
Saint John’s Episcopal Church
679 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford.
(Directions to entrances to parking are in the front of the church from Farmington Avenue and South Highland Street.)
In the case of inclement weather or restrictions,
Zoom Video Conferencing may be utilized.
Tea sandwiches, cookies and beverages will be served. Masks are optional at St. John’s.
Registration to attend the presentation may be made here.
OCTOBER 5, 2023,Thursday, 12:00 noon to 2 pm
“Orchids”
Speaker: Sandy Myhalik
Nutmeg State Orchid Society
Sandy will discuss the care of orchids and share images of her own orchid collection.
OPEN MEETING, Guest donation $10.00
NOVEMBER 9, 2023, Thursday, 12:00 noon to 2 pm
“Holiday Decorations from Nature’s Bounty”
Speaker: Carol King Platt
Former Editor at House & Garden Magazine
Carol, who has written prolifically about gardening over the years, will show us how to create beautiful holiday decor without breaking the bank.
OPEN MEETING, Guest donation $10.00
MARCH 7, 2024, Thursday, 12:00 noon to 2 pm
“Tree Life, Health and Pruning”
Speaker: Andrew Bachman, Arborist
Owner, Trout Brook Landscaping
Andrew will speak about tree life, health, care and pruning.
OPEN MEETING, Guest donation $10.00
Tea sandwiches, cookies and beverages will be served.
APRIL 4, 2024, Thursday, 12:00 noon to 2 pm
“Spring Flower Arrangements”
Speaker: Kate Brunson
Floral Designer, Maple & Mum, Branford, CT
Kate will create arrangements with flowers and materials from local farms.
OPEN MEETING, Guest donation $10.00
Tea sandwiches, cookies and beverages will be served.
MAY 9, 2024, Thursday, 12:00 noon to 2 pm
“Gardening is Murder”
Speaker: Neal Sanders, Mystery Writer
Neal, who has written several titles involving gardens, will delight and entertain with his talk.
OPEN MEETING, Guest donation $10.00
Tea sandwiches, cookies and beverages will be served.