MONTHLY MEETINGS
Our meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month from September through June. Meetings are generally in the lower-level room at the Canton Community Center. Guests are always welcome! A social hour that includes delicious food begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by a business meeting. The speaker program, which is open to the public begins at 11:00 a.m.
SPEAKER PROGRAMS 2026 - 2027
The speaker programs are open to the public unless otherwise noted. There is a $5.00 guest fee for non-members. The speaker programs begin at 11:00 a.m. in the Canton Community Center, lower-level room, unless otherwise noted.
September 8, 2026 - "A Walk on the Wild Side." Pamm Cooper, from the UConn Home and Garden Education Center, will discuss the flora, fauna, and weather phenomena occurring in Connecticut in recent years.
November 10, 2026 - "Forcing Bulbs for Winter Bloom" by speaker Rosemary Aldridge.
December 8, 2026 - No speaker program. Holiday workshop and lunch for members only.
January 12, 2027 - "Plant Communication: Let's Listen In" by speaker Margery Winters.
NOTE: This meeting and presentation are at Roaring Brook Nature Center, 70 Gracey Road, Canton, CT 06019.
February 9, 2027 - "Longevity and Gardening" with Brian Magna.
March 9, 2027 - "Early Spring Garden Preparations and Pruning" by Peter Winne.
April 13, 2027 - TBD
May 11, 2027 - Field Trip - Members Only
June 8, 2027 - End-of-year meeting and luncheon to celebrate our accomplishments for the year - Members Only.




Steve Messier discussing CT White Oak's Effect on Mosses and Lichens.