January 4, 2022 - Colorado Bluebird Project

ZOOM Meeting

Barbara Spagnuola, Natural Resource Specialist, Town of Castle Rock/Parks and Recreation

For over ten years, volunteers under the direction of the town of Castle Rock have expanded the bird population by establishing and maintaining bird boxes. Today we’ll hear how this huge project continues to benefit our area.

February 1, 2022 - Winter Sowing

ZOOM Meeting

Connie Huffaker, Master Gardener/Douglas County Garden Club

Let’s learn about winter sowing which is a method of starting seeds outdoors in the winter. It involves sowing seeds in miniature greenhouses (recycled milk jugs) outside during the winter allowing them to germinate in their own environment.

March 1, 2022 - Living with Wildlife in Douglas County

ZOOM Meeting (changed 2/14/22)

Vickie Vargas-Madrid, Denver Parks and Recreation

We live in a beautiful state with mountains, trees, and streams… plus wildlife that sometimes gets too close for our comfort. Vickie will present the various ways we can live in harmony with wildlife in Douglas County.

April 5, 2022

Tagawa Gardens - Centennial

Luan Akin, Tagawa Ambassador

Our friends at Tagawa will present an interesting new program for us -- Living in Harmony: Plants and Vegetables Together in Containers. Due to several factors, we will run our gift card fund-raiser this year.

May 3, 2022 - Water Gardening Basics

Library - Castle Pines

Dorothy Martinez, Lead Volunteer at Hudson Gardens

This presentation will cover typical aquatic species such as water lilies, lotus, and marginal plants. We will learn what plants are hardy and tropical, how to identify various plants, and the planting and care of aquatic plants.

June 7, 2022 - Garden Club Plant Sale

Hidden Mesa Open Space, 3217 CO-83, Franktown, CO

Donate your plants and yard items from home for sale and buy some new plants or yard supplies from your garden buddies. This annual fund-raiser is a great kickoff to summer gardening fun.

July 5, 2022 - Annual Herb Luncheon/Brunch

Philip Miller Library, Castle Rock at 11:30 am

This month we will enjoy a favorite tradition -- the herb luncheon. Members are asked to bring a dish featuring an herb.

August 2, 2022 - Birds and Gardens

Library - Castle Pines

Kate Hogan, Audubon Society of Denver

Birds and gardens pair beautifully so this will be a fascinating presentation by our friends at the Audubon Society of Denver. Don’t miss this important and interesting information.

September 6, 2022 - Xeriscaping

Miller Library, Castle Rock at 1 pm

Presented by Master Gardeners

Save precious water -- consider xeriscaping your yard.

October 4, 2022 - Colorado Federation of Garden Clubs

Miller Library, Castle Rock at 1 pm

Presented by the CFGC president, Nancy Griffin

Learn what's happening with our state garden club and how we fit into the organization.

November 1, 2022 - Houseplants That Are Up for the Challenge

Phillip Miller Library, Castle Rock at 1 pm

LuAn Aiken, Tagawa Gardens Ambassador

Whether you have low light conditions, an ultra-curious pet, or the real challenge is remembering to water, LuAn has a plant suggestion for you. Creating a lush indoor space is just around the corner!

December 6, 2022 - Holiday Potluck & Gift Exchange

Phillip Miller Library, Castle Rock at 11:30 am

Let's celebrate the festive season together at our annual potluck and gift exchange. If time allows, we will play holiday BINGO.

NOTE: early start time