Events

FEBRUARY 2021
CALENDAR OF EVENTS

EVENTS GARDEN TOURS GARDEN & HOME SHOWS CLASSES / LECTURES LOOKING AHEAD

Events and classes are subject to change. Please call in advance to verify information.

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EVENTS

	*Please note: Events are subject to change. Please call or check event website in advance to verify information.*
	*Sadly, most garden events have been canceled, put on hold or postponed due to Covid-19.***

GARDEN AND HOME SHOWS

Feb. 1 - 28	Virtual 2021 Colorado Garden and Home Show Due to Covid-19 this annual event will be held virtually this year. Free. More than 400 companies are participating. Get ideas for your home and garden and take advantage of show-only specials. See www.coloradogardenfoundation.org.

GARDEN TOURS

	*Please call or check website of venue in advance to verify information.*
Feb. 2, 9, 16 & 23 Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30	Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail Naturalist Guided Nature & History SnowshoeTour Time: 10:30 - 11:30, Advance registration required. Fee: $10 includes snowshoe rental. Tour groups will be limited to 10 people. Masks required when indoors. For information see www.bettyfordalpinegardens.org or call 970-476-0103.

Daily	Hudson Gardens in Littleton Self-guided Public Art Tours and Nature Tours: The gardens are open daily sunrise to sunset; Fee: Free; The Welcome Center and Gift Shop are closed, but Nixon's Coffeehouse is open Monday - Friday from 9 am - 3 pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 8 am - 5 pm.; 303.797.8565 Ext. 306

CLASSES/LECTURES

*Please note: Classes are subject to change. Please call or check class website in advance to verify information. Check back for additions.*

NOTES: Denver Botanic Gardens Center for Continuing Education offers numerous classes throughout the year. You will find something for everyone -- adults, families, and kids. For information on classes visit www.botanicgardens.org. Several classes are now being offered online.
	*Many* *classes have been canceled, put on hold or postponed due to Covid-19. Some sites are offering classes online.*
Feb. 6	"Food Preservation" by Marisa Bunning & Elisa Shackelton Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort Collins; Time: 11:15 am - 12:15 pm; Fee: $12.50; This is a virtual presentation. Register for this class online at www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-19

Feb. 6	"Houseplant Design" by Randy Meyer Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 2 pm; Fee: $12.50; This is a virtual presentation. Register for this class online at www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-19

Feb. 6	"Happy Houseplants" by Kelly Kellow The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm; Fee: $10; This is an online class. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.

Feb. 6	"Vegetable Gardening - Setting Up for Success" by Andrea Vanderbilt The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm; Fee: $10; This is an online class. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.

Feb. 13	"Beautiful & Beneficial Native Plants for Your Garden" by Pat Hayward Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort Collins; Time: 11:15 am - 12:15 pm; Fee: $12.50; This is a virtual presentation. Register for this class online at www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-19

Feb. 13	"Grow Like a Pro: Veggie Gardening Basics" by Andrea Vanderbilt Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 2 pm; Fee: $12.50; This is a virtual presentation. Register for this class online at www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-19

Feb. 13	"Planting Spring Bulbs for Summer Bloom" by Susan Bonsall The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm; Fee: $10; This is an online class. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.

Feb. 17	"Saving the Alpine One Seed at a Time" by Emily Griffoul Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail; Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm; Fee: Suggested optional donation $10, This is a virtual presentation. Register online. For information see website or call 970-476-0103.

Feb. 20	"Seed Starting Basics" by Andrea Vanderbilt Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort Collins; Time: 11:15 am - 12:15 pm; Fee: $12.50; This is a virtual presentation. Register for this class online at www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-19

Feb. 20	"Tree Pruning & Selection" by Tom Throgmorton Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 2 pm; Fee: $12.50; This is a virtual presentation. Register for this class online at www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-19

Feb. 20	"Some Like It Hot - Perennials" by Alison O'Conner The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm; Fee: $10; This is an online class. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.

Feb. 20	"Nesting Neighbors" by Lauren DeRose The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm; Fee: $10; This is an online class. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.

Feb. 20	"Rain Barrels 101" by Jessica Thrasher The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm; Fee: $5; This is an online class. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.

Feb. 27	"Chaparral Gardens: Easy, Resilient, and Beautiful" by Lauren Springer Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort Collins; Time: 11:15 am - 12:15 pm; Fee: $12.50; This is a virtual presentation. Register for this class online at www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-19

Feb. 27	"Miniature Gardens & Terrariums" by Eri Matsumura Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort Collins; Time: 1 - 2 pm; Fee: $12.50; This is a virtual presentation. Register for this class online at www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-19

Feb. 27	"Grow Your Own Veggies" by Mary Miller The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm; Fee: $10; This is an online class. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.

LOOKING AHEAD
*Events and classes are subject to change. Please call in advance to verify information.*
	Note: Check back for additions.
MARCH
Mar. 6	"Bonsai Basics" by Dr. Darrell Whitley Fort Collins Nursery, 2121 East Mulberry in Fort Collins; Time: 2 - 3 pm; Fee: $12.50; This is a virtual presentation. Register for this class online at www.fortcollinsnursery.com. 970-482-19

Mar. 6	"High Plains Landscape Workshop The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm; Fee: $35; This is a virtual event. The keynote speaker is Nan Sterman. Two additional workshop sessions of your choice will be offered. The event includes a silent auction. Proceeds from the event and auction benefit The Gardens on Spring Creek. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.

Mar. 27	"Season Extension for Veggie Gardens" by Mary Miller The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm; Fee: $10; This is an online class. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.

Mar. 27	"Scents-ible Planting" by Rita Jokerst The Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins; Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm; Fee: $10; This is an online class. Call 970-416-2486 to register or register online.