BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Garden Club - ECPv6.16.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Garden Club X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Garden Club REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20230604T174758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T142952Z UID:1588-1747472400-1747479600@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Evergreen Garden Club Annual Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:Come to beautiful Deer Isle for this annual plant sale! Master Gardeners and experienced Evergreen Garden Club members will be on hand to answer your gardening questions. Plants available will include perennials\, herbs\, vegetable and flower seedlings\, fruit trees and strawberry plants\, and houseplants. It is the same weekend as the Island Heritage Trust “Wings\, Waves and Woods Festival”\, a popular birding event; and a great time to explore Deer Isle! \nIn the past\, most of the proceeds from the sale have gone to maintaining the 23 ½ acre Mariners Memorial Park in Deer Isle\, which is owned and maintained by the garden club and open to the public. This year\, the proceeds from the raffle portion of the sale will be going directly to the new Evergreen Endowment Fund through the Maine Community Foundation. The fund is meant to help pay for the annual maintenance costs of insurance\, mowing\, and road maintenance in the park. It is hoped that this fund will free up other monies for the club to do more within the community beyond the bounds of the park. \nRain location is Deer Isle Town Hall\, next door. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/gardens-vistas-of-deer-isle/ LOCATION:Old Elementary School\, 70 Church St.\, Deer Isle\, 04627\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T133000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20230116T234936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T201729Z UID:1354-1780133400-1780147800@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:St. Croix District Meeting DESCRIPTION:St. Croix District clubs are invited to their annual meeting hosted by the Bar Harbor Club in beautiful Mt. Desert\, Northeast Harbor at The Neighborhood Club.  Registrations are due through your club by May 8th. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/st-croix-district-meeting/ LOCATION:The Neighborhood House\, 1 Kimball Road\, Mt. Desert\, 04662\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20230403T212116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T175836Z UID:1509-1746865800-1746878400@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:The Garden Club of Wiscasset Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this annual sale!  Members of the Wiscasset Garden Club will have perennials and shrubs for sale\, including hybrid daylilies and peonies.  They’ll also have baked goods and a children’s table. Cash\, checks\, or credit cards accepted…outside at the Municipal Building\, rain or shine! \n  \n  URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/the-garden-club-of-wiscasset-plant-sale/ LOCATION:Wiscasset Municipal Building\, 51 Bath Road\, Wiscasset\, ME\, 04578\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20230306T053348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T042036Z UID:1440-1745658000-1745672400@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Kennebec Valley Garden Club - Art In Bloom at Lithgow Library DESCRIPTION:The Kennebec Valley Garden Club\, in partnership with the Friends of Lithgow and the Lithgow Library\, will present the 6th Annual Art in Bloom\, “The Beat Goes On”\, at the Lithgow Library in Augusta. This show will feature more than 26 floral arrangements displayed throughout the library\, all inspired by music and created by club members\, FOL board members\, and library staff.  There will be popcorn for snacking and kids are invited to make tissue paper flowers in the children’s room.  This is a FREE event and open to all! URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/kennebec-valley-garden-club-art-in-bloom-at-lithgow-library/ LOCATION:Lithgow Library\, 45 Winthrop St.\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T143000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20250311T014044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T041935Z UID:2327-1745487000-1745505000@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Kennebec District Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join fellow members of the Kennebec District for this annual meeting featuring Carol Vigneault of Madison\, a lifelong gardener\, former greenhouse owner\, master gardener\, 4-H horticultural aid…what hasn’t she done?!  Her latest interest is on native plants and straw bale gardening.  “Hands On\, Have Fun” is the theme!  For more information on the program and luncheon\, and to register\, click below and print the form: \n2025 Kennebec District Meeting Info & Reg URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/kennebec-district-meeting/ LOCATION:Centenary United Methodist Church\, 113 Dr. Mann Road\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T203000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20241230T190628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T003933Z UID:2212-1743102000-1743107400@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:The Groundcover Revolution DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a ZOOM Presentation with Kathy Jentz\nKathy Jentz is editor and publisher of Washington Gardener Magazine and hosts the popular GardenDC Podcast\, as well as the editor of the Water Garden Journal (IWGS)\, The Azalean (ASA)\, and Fanfare\, for the local Daylily Society. She is the author of Groundcover Revolution  and co-author of The Urban Garden: 101 Ways to Grow Food and Beauty in the City.   Kathy’s work was awarded a Gold Laurel in the GardenComm 2023 Media Awards for both Public Speaking and Best Podcast Series (Overall) for the GardenDC Podcast. \nHer mission is to turn your thumb green. A life-long gardener\, Kathy believes that growing plants should be stress-free and enjoyable. Her philosophy is inspiration over perspiration. \n\n \nTO REGISTER BY MAIL AND PAY BY CHECK\, PLEASE DOWNLOAD THIS FORM\, PRINT\, AND MAIL NO LATER THAN MARCH 19TH:\nKathy Jentz Zoom Program Mail Registration Form \n  \nPLEASE NOTE:  ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 26TH!  The Zoom link for the presentation is sent out 2 days prior to the program and again the morning of the program.  If  you do not receive it\, that means your registration didn’t go through or your check has not arrived. Contact Marianne Dodge (marianne.dodge@gmail.com) or Karen Rea (karenrea1948@gmail.com) to check your status. \nRegistration deadline was March 26th. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/the-groundcover-revolution/ LOCATION:ME END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T170000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20241230T184922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T184922Z UID:2210-1741795200-1741798800@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:GCFM Board Meeting via ZOOM DESCRIPTION:Your GCFM Board will meet via ZOOM.  Agenda and details will be sent to board members prior to the meeting. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/gcfm-board-meeting-via-zoom/ LOCATION:ME END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T203000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20241207T163222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T043024Z UID:2177-1738177200-1738182600@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Allowing your Landscape to Work for You: Designing for Resilience and Sustainability DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a ZOOM Presentation with Marie Chieppo\,\nMPH\, Master Gardener\, Landscape Designer\n& Accredited Organic Landcare Professional\n \nMarie Chieppo is a leading authority in New England in the field of sustainable organic practices and native plant design. Currently\, the majority of her projects are in the area of ecological restoration\, through the enhancement of plant communities and bringing life back to disturbed sites. In this presentation participants will learn techniques for including native plants that enhance the beauty and overall sustainability of a property.  Native plants are not only beautiful and low maintenance but also play a vital role in supporting local ecosystems\, conserving water\, and improving soil health. as well as how these plants support pollinators\, wildlife\, and biodiversity\, as well as how to plan and design with these plants. \nIn landscape design there are “tricks of the trade” garnered from nature that increase beauty and self-sufficiency. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or new to landscaping\, this session will provide valuable insights on how you can make your outdoor space more sustainable\, resilient\, and beautiful by embracing the power of native plants. \nFee: GCFM Member: $10.00                       Non-member guest: $15.00 \n  \nTO REGISTER BY MAIL AND PAY BY CHECK\, PLEASE DOWNLOAD THIS FORM AND PRINT: \nMarie Chieppo Zoom Program Mail Registration Form \nIf you have questions\, contact GCFM President Karen Rea karenrea1948@gmail.com \nRegistration deadline was January 28th. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/allowing-your-landscape-to-work-for-you-designing-for-resilience-and-sustainability/ LOCATION:ME END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T141500 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20231106T043451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T164324Z UID:1731-1733391000-1733408100@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Holiday Social at The Blaine House DESCRIPTION:The Kennebec Valley Garden Club invites you to the Blaine House for the Annual Holiday Social!\nThis year’s theme is “Winter Fun in Maine”. \nDue to space limitations\, you must email for reservations in advance and choose one of 3 times:  (9:30 a.m.\, 11 a.m.\, or 1:30 p.m.)               Email Shelly Hanson at shellyhans21@aol.com\nPlease indicate time preferred\, full name\, email\, and phone number. \nAll donations benefit the Kennebec Valley Garden Club Barrows Scholarship Fund \nPLEASE NOTE:  There is limited availability for the 11 a.m. session. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/holiday-social-at-the-blaine-house/ LOCATION:Blaine House\, 192 State St.\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T160000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240820T044022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T164400Z UID:2078-1732111200-1732118400@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:GCFM Seed Saving Workshop DESCRIPTION:Seed Saving Workshop in Conjunction with The Wild Seed Project\n\nThe GCFM invites members to a Seed Saving Workshop in conjunction with the Wild Seed Project at the Viles Arboretum in Augusta.  Participants will collect seeds from plants in the Arboretum and then learn the proper way to plant and overwinter them.  Each participant will go home with the seeds they have planted.  Registration in advance is requested.  Cost for the program is $20.  Please note that this is a MEMBERS ONLY event.  Not a member of a club?  Go to our Join a Club page and find a club near you!\nThis is the perfect way to learn how to collect and cultivate seeds from your own garden!\n\nIF YOU PREFER TO REGISTER BY MAIL AND SEND A CHECK\,\nPLEASE CLICK ON THE PRINTABLE FORM BELOW:\nSeed Saving Workshop Printable Registration Form \nRegistration deadline was November 18th. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/gcfm-seed-saving-workshop/ LOCATION:Viles Arboretum\, 153 Hospital St.\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T160000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240219T040455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T195237Z UID:1825-1728464400-1728576000@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Landscape Design School ~ Course 2 DESCRIPTION:GCFM Landscape Design School\, Course 2\, will be held in person in Falmouth\, with a Zoom link available for those who wish to attend virtually.  The test will be administered online on Oct. 11th.  All information on the curriculum can be found on the information sheet attached below. \nYou may register online below and pay with a credit card or PayPal OR you may download the attached pdf registration form\, print\, and mail your check\, payable to the GCFM\, to:  Nancy Atwell\, 21 Scott Dyer Road\, Cape Elizabeth\, ME  04107. Registration Deadline is Sept. 27th. \nAny questions should be sent to Harriet Robinson at harrietlewisrobinson@gmail.com. \nInfo Sheet – LDS Course 2 2024 Maine \nReg Form course 2 2024 \n\n\n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Preferred Phone*Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n \n RegionLocal Garden ClubState Garden ClubIn Person or on Zoom?*\n \n \n In Person\n \n \n \n On Zoom\n If refreshing (consultant in good standing)\n \n Check here\n If you are planning to take the test (student)\n \n Check here\n Permitted Equipment*\n \n \n Desktop computer\n \n \n \n Laptop computer\n \n \n \n Tablet\n \n \n \n iPad\n Operating system**\n \n \n Microsoft\n \n \n \n Windows\n \n \n \n Apple MacOS\n \n \n \n Apple iOS on iPad\n \n \n \n Android on Tablet\n *Meets Zoom.com System Requirements \nSmartphones not permimitted unless it’s for “Hotspot” connectvity (Zoom 5.4 or higher) Tuition*\n \n \n $90.00 - Members of Garden Club Federation of Maine clubs\n \n \n \n $100.00 - Members of non- Maine clubs affiliated with NGC\n \n \n \n $110.00 - Non-members. No refunds after Oct. 2\, 2024\n Total\n \n Payment Method*PayPal Checkout\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name\n This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google\n Privacy Policy and\n Terms of Service apply. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/landscape-design-school-course-2/ LOCATION:St. Mary’s Church\, 43 Foreside Rd.\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T150000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240521T164505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T042926Z UID:1990-1723024800-1723042800@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Open Garden Day 2024 DESCRIPTION:GCFM members from around the state are invited to Open Garden Day for 2024 (yes\, just one day this year!).  Two Cape Elizabeth gardens\, owned by club members\, will be open for you to browse and enjoy from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  As in past years\, attendees should bring their own lunches and beverages\, plus a chair.  Dress casually and appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes/sneakers for walking.  There will be registration tables at both gardens where you will receive name badges and information about the day’s events.   Members may bring their non-member friends\, but non-members need to accompany a member to attend.  There is a suggested donation of $10 for the day.  Both gardens are accessible to able bodied members\, however\, wheelchairs and wheeled walkers would be a problem and there are steep steps at points in the Zimmerman gardens.  There will be GCFM directional signs starting in the center of Cape Elizabeth (beginning at the town hall on Route 77).  Note that you may visit either garden first. \n  \nFEATURED GARDENS\nDebbie and Jim Schulz reside at 4 Winding Way.  They are working to renovate their gardens by planting natives.  They are reducing their lawn and experimenting with native plants as foundation plantings as well.  Recently they added a couple of mini meadows\, a native grass border\, and a winter interest border with mostly native plants.  A small wildlife pond has also been added.  The couple does their own gardening and has a more casual approach to weeds and leaves.  They raise many of their native plants from seed and will be glad to show their seedlings. \nJanie and Barry Zimmerman live at 4 Hunts Point Rd.  They also have a large lot\, large house and garage\, and have large gardens on both side borders of their lot.  The backyard has some gardens\, but the ocean comes up to the lot edge\, which cuts down on garden space\, and the backyard is quite shady.  After attending a Cape Elizabeth Garden Club program on planting veggies in flower gardens\, Janie wants to plant vegetables in their front gardens this year because that is the sunny side of their lot (you can see their progress!). \n  \nPROGRAMS FOR THE DAY\n11 A.M..in the SCHULZ GARDEN\nAndrew Tufts from Maine Audubon will present “Bringing Nature Home to Maine”.  Andrew is the Bringing Nature Home Manager at Maine Audubon\, dedicated to restoring and rebuilding Maine’s natural biodiversity by growing\, distributing and planting the native wildflowers\, shrubs and trees that support the widest array of wildlife.  Originally from Topsham\, Maine\, Andrew has a deep\nappreciation for the outdoors.  With a background in landscape architecture\, he has diverse experience\, from owning a gardening business to working in city planning and landscape design. Outside of work\, Andrew enjoys travel\, cycling and outdoor activities.  He currently resides in Portland\, Maine\, with his wife Anna and daughter Annika.  Andrew’s presentation should take about an hour. \n1 P.M. in the ZIMMERMAN GARDEN\nFollowing an hour’s lunch break\, two GCFM members will use garden flowers and various containers to make floral arrangements that will be given away at the end of their program.  Sabrina Warner\, a well-known flower arranger who is a St. Mary’s Garden Club member\, will join Molly Foster\, a National Garden Clubs Master Flower Show Judge and member of Camden Garden Club\, and the two will discuss flowers – how to grow them\, what to cut and what not to cut\, how to arrange them\, and so on.  Their presentation will also take about an hour and will include time for questions. \nNOTE:  NO PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.  EVENT IS OPEN TO GCFM MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS ONLY. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/open-garden-day-2024/ LOCATION:Schulz Garden\, 4 Winding Way\, Cape Elizabeth\, ME\, 04107\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240204T061557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240204T061557Z UID:1810-1722247200-1722254400@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:GCFM Judges Council & Landscape Design Council ~ Tina's Daylilies Visit DESCRIPTION:GCFM Judges Council and Landscape Design Council are invited to visit Tina’s Daylilies in Jefferson.\nNOTE: This event is not open to the general membership. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/gcfm-judges-council-landscape-design-council-tinas-daylilies-visit/ LOCATION:Tina’s Daylilies\, 10 East Pond Road\, Jefferson\, ME\, 04348\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240429T051234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T161144Z UID:1951-1722074400-1722096000@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Seal Harbor Open Garden Day DESCRIPTION:The Garden Club of Mt. Desert invites you to tour six private gardens in beautiful Seal Harbor on Saturday\, July 27th\, rain or shine.  Full descriptions of the gardens can be found on their website.  Tickets go on sale May 1st online.  All proceeds from Open Garden Day are donated to not-for-profit organizations on Mount Desert Island and elsewhere that promote horticulture and/or conservation. \n  URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/seal-harbor-open-garden-day/ LOCATION:Seal Harbor\, ME\, Seal Harbor\, ME\, 04675\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T153000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240606T035117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T035117Z UID:2034-1720873800-1720884600@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:New England Camera Club Council Virtual Event 2024 DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join the New England Camera Club Council for a virtual event featuring two exceptional presenters\, Jim Zuckerman and Seth Resnick.  This event will inspire\, elevate\, and enrich your passion for photography. \nJim Zuckerman will present his unique approach to capturing outstanding nature images. Jim will cover birds in flight photography\, using unusual perspectives for wildlife and landscapes\, focus stacking\, camera settings\, dealing with severe cold in winter\, and more. \nJim Zuckerman cuts to the chase and provides concrete measures you can take to transform your picture taking. This is a fresh look at how to improve the way you see photographically. It will have a huge impact on your work. Jim illustrates this program with stunning images\, in a way that is clear and easy to understand. \nSeth Resnick will delve into the heart of creativity and visual storytelling in an engaging and transformative lecture. Prepare to be inspired as Seth challenges conventional thinking\, empowering you to revolutionize your creative process and unlock new artistic perspectives. \nIn this session\, Seth will share his insights on how to enhance creativity\, emphasizing the notion that it’s not merely about what your pictures are of\, but rather what they are about. Seth will inspire attendees to change their thinking and creative process\, empowering them to discover new ways of thinking creatively and achieving their artistic vision. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to unlock the full potential of your creativity! \nFOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER ONLINE\, GO TO:  https://necccphotoconference.org/ URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/new-england-camera-club-council-virtual-event-2024/ LOCATION:ME END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20230418T045333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T170845Z UID:1524-1717228800-1717239600@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Scarborough Garden Club Annual Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:This annual plant sale will feature locally grown perennials\, native plants\, shrubs and a Green Elephant Table with lots of treasures! URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/scarborough-garden-club-annual-plant-sale/ LOCATION:Hunnewell House\, 81 Black Point Road\, Scarborough\, ME\, 04074\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T140000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20230430T055337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T182618Z UID:1545-1716627600-1716645600@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Sebasticook Garden Club Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:The gardeners in the Sebasticook Club will be selling annuals\, perennials\, and houseplants\, along with baked goods and a tag sale. The Garden Gate in Corinna will also have some vegetable and flower seedlings for sale. Spend your Memorial Day weekend planting after a trip to this great annual sale! URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/sebasticook-garden-club-plant-sale/ LOCATION:Bear’s One Stop\, 80 Moosehead Trail\, Newport\, ME\, 04953\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T110000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20230430T054507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T160241Z UID:1542-1716022800-1716030000@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Longfellow Garden Club Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this annual sale if you’re in the Portland area!  Annuals\, perennials\, vegetable seedlings and more from members’ gardens and the Longfellow Garden in Portland.  Plus\, you’ll find baked goods and garden tools and accessories! \n  \n  URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/longfellow-garden-club-plant-sale/ LOCATION:Woodfords Congregational Church\, 202 Woodford St.\, Portland\, ME\, 04103\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240831 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240603T170459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T170725Z UID:2007-1714521600-1725062399@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:New England Garden Clubs 2024 Photo Contest DESCRIPTION:GCFM members are eligible to enter the New England Garden Clubs’ annual photo contest!  This year’s theme is\, “Trees are the Poems that the Earth Writes upon the Sky” – Kahlil Gibran. \n \nFor all the details on how to enter and the various entry classes\, go to:  New England Garden Clubs Photo Contest Entry .  The deadline for entries is August 30\, 2024. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/new-england-garden-clubs-2024-photo-contest/ LOCATION:ME END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T133000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20221229T063918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T011002Z UID:1313-1712827800-1712842200@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Piscataqua District Meeting DESCRIPTION:Piscataqua District clubs will meet at Green Acre Conference Center in Eliot. Kelly Orzel will speak about Creating a Cottage Garden. Check with your club presidents for registration info. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/piscataqua-district-meeting/ LOCATION:Green Acre Conference Center\, 61 Green Acre Drive\, Eliot\, 03903\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240326T045829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T040845Z UID:1894-1711929600-1714521599@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:April is Plant America Month! DESCRIPTION:PLANT AMERICA MONTH incorporates the celebration of Arbor Day\, which falls on the last Friday of April\, and Earth Day which falls on April 22nd annually.  PLANT AMERICA began in 2017 under the leadership of former NGC President Nancy Hargroves.  NGC’s focus on\ncommunity centered projects and efforts brings life to PLANT AMERICA. \nPLANT AMERICA encourages NGC’s mission to promote the love of gardening\, floral design\, civic and environmental responsibility.  PLANT AMERICA projects enhance public areas\, honor our veterans with Blue Star landscaping projects\, educate children and adults about the joys of gardening\, and create pride through local\, city\, and county projects. \n\nPLANT AMERICA Community Grants are available to member clubs for their projects. \nPLANT AMERICA: “Plant to breathe; Plant to cool down the earth; Plant to heal yourself\, physically and mentally; Plant to regain balance; Plant to live.” ― Noora Ahmed Alsuwaidi \n\n\n  URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/april-is-plant-america-month/ LOCATION:ME END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T171500 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240219T050119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T050119Z UID:1834-1711553400-1711559700@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:McLaughlin Garden Hybrid Lecture Series ~ Gardening in Troughs and the Plants that Thrive in Them DESCRIPTION:Co-sponsored by Foothills Garden Club\, enjoy a presentation by Marianne Dodge of St Mary’s Garden Club. In person attendees are invited to a tea at 3:30pm\, followed by the lecture at 4.\nA Zoom link will be available by contacting garden@mclaughlin.org. Donations are requested. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/mclaughlin-garden-hybrid-lecture-series-gardening-in-troughs-and-the-plants-that-thrive-in-them/ LOCATION:McLaughlin Garden\, 97 Main St.\, South Paris\, ME\, 04281\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T171500 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240219T045345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T045345Z UID:1832-1710948600-1710954900@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:McLaughlin Garden Hybrid Lecture Series ~ Maine Big Night: Amphibians on the Move DESCRIPTION:Co-sponsored by Foothills Garden Club\, enjoy a presentation by Gregory Leclair\, UMaine PhD student in Ecology and Environmental Science and founder and coordinator of Maine Big Night. In person attendees are invited to a tea at 3:30pm\, followed by the lecture at 4.\nA Zoom link will be available by contacting garden@mclaughlin.org. Donations are requested. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/mclaughlin-garden-hybrid-lecture-series-maine-big-night-amphibians-on-the-move/ LOCATION:McLaughlin Garden\, 97 Main St.\, South Paris\, ME\, 04281\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240114T052447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T024509Z UID:1790-1710873000-1710876600@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Lawns Into Meadows: Growing a Regenerative Landscape ~ With Owen Wormser DESCRIPTION:Lawns are the largest irrigated ‘crop’ in the country and the adverse impact of their ecological footprint is truly staggering.  Meadows offer the opposite effect\, providing myriad ecological benefits–including ongoing sequestering of carbon and significantly increased biological diversity. Join us for a ZOOM presentation with Owen Wormser.  He will discuss the benefits of native meadows while also explaining how to create thriving meadowscapes\, sharing tips and strategies drawn from research and over 20 years of on-the-ground experience. \n\nGCFM Members – There is no charge for this program\, but YOU MUST REGISTER and provide your email to get the link for the ZOOM presentation.\nNon-GCFM Members – You will need to pay a $10 fee for the link.\n\n\n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Member status:*\n \n \n GCFM Club Member\n \n \n \n Non-GCFM Member\n Email or Mobile NumberEmail or Mobile Number of PayPal account being used for paymentGarden ClubDistrictNon-GCFM Member\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Total\n \n Payment MethodPayPal Checkout\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/creating-a-meadow-with-owen-wormser/ LOCATION:ME END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T171500 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240219T044158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T044158Z UID:1830-1710343800-1710350100@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:McLaughlin Garden Hybrid Lecture Series ~ The Miracle of Seeds: A Flower Gardener's Journey DESCRIPTION:Co-sponsored by Foothills Garden Club\, enjoy a presentation by Michelle Cloutier\, owner of Squash Pie Blossom in Norway. In person attendees are invited to a tea at 3:30pm\, followed by the lecture at 4.\nA Zoom link will be available by contacting garden@mclaughlin.org. Donations are requested. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/mclaughlin-garden-hybrid-lecture-series-the-miracle-of-seeds-a-flower-gardeners-journey/ LOCATION:McLaughlin Garden\, 97 Main St.\, South Paris\, ME\, 04281\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T171500 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20240219T043032Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T043032Z UID:1827-1709739000-1709745300@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:McLaughlin Garden Hybrid Lecture Series ~ Bird Friendly Maple DESCRIPTION:Co-sponsored by Foothills Garden Club\, enjoy a presentation by Brian and Suzanne Dunham\, owners of Velvet Hollow Sugar Works in Greenwood. In person attendees are invited to a tea at 3:30pm\, followed by the lecture at 4.\nA Zoom link will be available by contacting garden@mclaughlin.org. Donations are requested. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/mclaughlin-garden-hybrid-lecture-series-bird-friendly-maple/ LOCATION:McLaughlin Garden\, 97 Main St.\, South Paris\, ME\, 04281\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T193000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20231211T220549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T000821Z UID:1749-1706115600-1706124600@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Homegrown National Park ~ A Talk with Doug Tallamy DESCRIPTION:The Garden Club Federation of Maine and Maine Audubon are partnering to bring Doug Tallamy\, author of Bringing Nature Home\, to Maine gardeners.  Doug has developed a new program called “Homegrown National Parks”\, a unique and quantifiable way of measuring the difference that we can make as gardeners to our pollinators and wildlife.  Tickets are available to watch this presentation from home on Zoom\, or join fellow GCFM members at Gilsland Farm in Falmouth\, for a social hour before sitting down to watch Doug Tallamy Zoom in for a talk and Q&A session. \n\n  \n5-6 p.m. – SOCIAL TIME\n6-7:30 p.m. – ZOOM PRESENTATION\n  \n  \nTICKETS\nMembers (Maine Audubon & Garden Club Federation of Maine):  $5 Virtual only / $10 in person for reception and Zoom \nPublic (Non-members):  $20 for virtual or in-person ticket \nRegistration is being handled by Maine Audubon.  Please use this link to register:  REGISTER HERE URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/homegrown-national-park-a-talk-with-doug-tallamy/ LOCATION:Gilsland Farm Audubon Center\, 20 Gilsland Farm Road\, Falmouth\, ME\, 04105\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20231002T050346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T061314Z UID:1695-1699988400-1699992000@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:Intro to Awards for All: GCFM\, NER\, & NGC DESCRIPTION:GCFM Awards Co-chairs\, Judith Stallworth and Emily Adler\, will host a Zoom session to help club presidents and awards chairs learn more about the various awards available on the state\, regional\, and national levels and how to apply for them.  This is your chance to ask questions about awards your club may already qualify for or learn about how some of your projects in the coming year can be submitted for consideration.  Wouldn’t it be wonderful to be recognized for all of your hard work?! \nYou MUST register here in advance.  The link for joining the Zoom will be emailed to you prior to November 14th. \n\n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Garden Club*Email*\n \n This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google\n Privacy Policy and\n Terms of Service apply. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/intro-to-awards-for-all-gcfm-ner-ngc/ LOCATION:ME END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T143000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20231007T215438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231007T215438Z UID:1704-1697545800-1697553000@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:The Economics of Bumblebees with Bernd Heinrich DESCRIPTION:YOU’RE INVITED…\n…To a brilliant introduction to insect and plant ecology focusing on the secret lives of one of nature’s most important and adaptive creatures\, bumblebees. Mt. Blue Area Garden Club is honored to welcome its October speaker\, Professor Bernd Heinrich\, who is a renowned research scientist\, well known author\, illustrator\, and UVM professor emeritus. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Bring a friend and come to learn from Dr. Heinrich’s keen and entertaining observations about the wildlife of Western Maine in this lively presentation. \nThe event will be held on October 17th\, at 12:30 p.m.\, at Trinity United Methodist Church on Farmington Falls Road in Farmington. There will be a social half hour prior to the program with light refreshments.  The presentation will begin at 1:00 p.m. \nBernd Heinrich is a professor emeritus in the biology department at the University of Vermont and is the author of a number of books about nature writing and biology. Heinrich has made major contributions to the study of insect physiology and behavior\, as well as bird behavior. In addition to many scientific publications\, Heinrich has written over a dozen highly praised books\, mostly related to his research examining the physiological\, ecological and behavioral adaptations of animals and plants to their physical environments. \nFor more information about this event and the Mt. Blue Area Garden Club\, visit http://www.mtbluegardenclub.org or email mtbluegardenclub@gmail.com. URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/the-economics-of-bumblebees-with-bernd-heinrich/ LOCATION:Trinity United Methodist Church\, 612 Farmington Falls Road\, Farmington\, 04938\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Blue Garden Club":MAILTO:mtbluegardenclub@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230928T150000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133553 CREATED:20221229T063515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T042514Z UID:1311-1695895200-1695913200@www.mainegardenclubs.org SUMMARY:GCFM Open Garden #3 - Cape Neddick DESCRIPTION:Join GCFM members from across the state for our third and final Open Garden of the year in Cape Neddick. Former GCFM president\, Becky Linney\, is opening her property\, the former Groundnut Hill Nurseries Inc.\, created by her late husband David Linney\, as a wholesale business supplying hardy woody and ornamental plant material for the green industry in Maine and New Hampshire. This former nursery\, established in 1972\, now has fields with mature trees\, shrubs\, perennial plantings\, garden rooms\, and rolling landscapes in harmony with natural and designed granite hardscapes. The newest project is a new parterre garden using granite\, iron architectural salvage\, and crushed stone. \nThe morning session will feature floral design demonstrations by Helene Lewand\, owner of Blackrock Farm in Kennebunkport\, and Dianne Bullock\, past president of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts. The afternoon speakers will be from the Seacoast Horticultural Society\, organized in 2011 by a group of regional horticultural professionals from NHLA\, NHCLP\, UNH\, NENA\, and MELNA. \nCome rain or shine! Barns on the property will provide cover. A donation of $10 is requested for GCFM. Driving directions will be sent in a reminder email closer to the date.  Bring a chair\, lunch\, and water. Please dress appropriately for walking and exploring the property\, according to the forecast. Bring your boots\, sunscreen\, and insect and tick repellent! Enjoy the day with gardeners from across the state! URL:https://www.mainegardenclubs.org/event/gcfm-open-garden-cape-neddick/ LOCATION:ME END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR