2024 Calendar of Events
We invite you to join us at one of our special events or our member meetings held every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 pm in the Sand Lake Town Hall.
January 25, 2024 - "Winter Interest in the Garden" Speaker Judith Fetterley will speak about the winter beauty that can be found in nature and in our own backyards. Judith is a former teaching professor at the University of Albany. She is the owner of " Perennial Wisdom " , a garden design consultant service. She also has a bimonthly newsletter called " Out in the Garden " at www.perennialwisdom.net. Her presentation will explore the many ways gardens can provide interest in the midst of winter from trees, shrubs, grasses, and perennials. will begin at 6:30 pm.
Feb. 22, 2024 - For a timely discussion by Alicia Wasula on how the changing climate can affect gardening in your own backyard. Dr. Alicia Wasula is a certified meteorologist and owner of STM weather. An overview of previous years weather , a look at changes right here in upstate New York, and how to make weather observations at your own home will be part of the program.
March 28th, 2024 - "Plant This—Not That" - We often hear the phrase “location, location, location”. Did you know that thought applies to plants as well as to other things? Join Master Gardener Keith Austin to learn about the value of using native plants. He will also discuss landscape choices to replace invasive species and high maintenance plants that often disappoint.