Events

Look at what is happening around Kansas City 

If you’d like to list plants sales, gardening related meetings, classes and workshops, send details with contact information to [email protected]. Deadline for publishing in the January issue is December 10. This is a FREE listing.

 

Leawood Garden Club 
Tues, Jan 28, 10:30a; at Cure of Ars Catholic Church, 9401 Mission Rd, Leawood, KS 66206. Lu Tarr, Speaker and Master Gardener, MGGKC. Program: Annuals vs Perennials. Unsure of what kind of plant to invest in for your garden, containers or landscape? In this presentation, she will teach the differences between annuals and perennials and discuss what options are available.

Orchid Society of Greater Kansas City
Sun, Jan 12, 1:30-4:30p; at Merriam Community Center, 6040 Slater St, Merriam, KS 66202. Nicholas Rust, Rusty Exotics, “Setting up a Grow Area with Lights.” Open to the public. More information at osgkc.org and find us on Facebook.

MoKan Daylily Society
Sat, Dec 7, 10:30a; at Asbury United Methodist Church, 5400 W 75th St, Prairie Village, KS 66208. Entrance is in the back of the church. 

Raytown Garden Club
Tues, Feb 4, 10a; at Connection Point Church, 10500 E 350 Hwy, Raytown, MO 64138. We’re taking a winter break in December and January. Meetings will resume on the first Tuesday of the month Feb thru Nov. Guests are always welcome. For more information please check out our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/RaytownGardenClub.

SHOWS | SALES | FESTIVALS

Luminary Walk
Select evenings from Nov 25 through Dec 30. Whether you’re in search of a family outing, a romantic evening, or a quiet escape into a winter wonderland, this event offers something for everyone. Don’t miss out on celebrating 25 years of magic while supporting the growth of the Overland Park Arboretum. Get your tickets now at opabg.org.

 

CLASSES | WORKSHOPS
Gardening as We Age
Thurs, Dec 5, 11:30a; at Sunflower Room, Wyandotte County Extension Office, 1208 N 79th St, Kansas City, KS. Gardening as We Age, Presented by Kevin Nelson, Douglas County Extension Master Gardener. This presentation will provide practical information to help you stay engaged and productive in your garden for as long as you choose. You’ll see examples of how to alter your beds, your plant choices and your tools so you can still do the most with the space you have. Pre-registration is not needed. A $10 fee (cash or check).

Native Landscape Chat
Fri, Dec 6, 1p; at Anita B Gorman Conservation Discovery Center, 4750 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110. Walk-in (ages 12+) Colder temps allow flora to rest but there’s still life in the garden. Enjoy a guided walk around the Discovery Center native gardens. Learn about planning your garden for winter interest and see the fauna that depend on it. This program is in partnership with Deep Roots KC.

Holiday Hanging Basket Class
Sat, Dec 7, 10a; at Arnold’s Prairie Greenhouse & More, 1430 Hwy 58, LeRoy, KS 66857. Please see our facebook page or call for class details. 620-964-2423

Native Plants: Planning Your Garden for Winter Interest
Sat, Dec 7, 10a; Online only. Registration required by visiting www.deeproots.org/winter-beauty (adults) Subtle colors and bold textures stand out in the landscape this time of year. Learn about the beauty and benefits of native plants in winter. We’ll focus on plants that provide food and habitat for wildlife as well as create visual winter interest in your own backyard. This program is in partnership with Deep Roots KC.

Trees: Winter Dendrology Workshop
Thurs, Dec 12, 8a-12p; at Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center, 1401 NW Park Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64015. Join Community Forester Chuck Conner as he teaches how to identify trees when they’re “naked”. Participants in this workshop will learn the basics of tree identification including leaf shapes, arrangements, buds, twig, fruit, bark, form, position in the landscape, and other characteristics used to identify trees. Students will learn how to use reference books and keys to help identify trees in both a classroom setting and in the field. Special emphasis will be given to the identification of native deciduous trees in their “leaf-off” or dormant condition using species specific characteristics and keys. Please wear clothing appropriate for going outdoors for approximately one hour. Workshop is free, but a Missouri winter tree key needs to be purchased. To register: go to mdc.mo.gov, click Events then Kansas City events.

Winter Porch Pot Class
Sat, Dec 14, at Arnold’s Prairie Greenhouse & More, 1430 Hwy 58, LeRoy, KS 66857. Please see our facebook page or call for class details. 620-964-2423

Nature Art: Winter Wonderland
Sat, Dec 14, 10a; at Burr Oak Woods Conservation Nature Center, 1401 NW Park Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64015. Nature provides incredible inspiration and one-of-a-kind supplies in our own backyards. Winter has arrived at Burr Oak Woods, and we’ve collected dried stems, flowers, leaves, grasses and more from our native habitats to help you tap into your creative side. Explore a variety of colors and textures as you create your own unique nature art! Registration required (ages 10+). To register: go to mdc.mo.gov, click Events then Kansas City events.

Birds: Avian Innovations: Exploring Bird Anatomy
Sat, Dec 28, 10a; at Anita B Gorman Conservation Discovery Center, 4750 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110. Walk-in (all ages) There’s something enchanting about observing how birds adapt to the challenges of winter. How do they find food in the snow? What strategies do they use to stay warm? Join us for this fascinating program focused on birds’ winter adaptations. We’ll explore how features like feather density, body shape and beak structure help birds thrive in cold environments. Through engaging activities and close observations, we’ll uncover the secrets of how these remarkable creatures survive the winter months. This program is in partnership with the Missouri River Bird Observatory.