Ongoing and Upcoming Events in Portland Area
Note: All events are free unless otherwise stated. Calendar submissions must be sent at least three weeks in advance to events@oregonian.
Ongoing Events
Walk With a Friend at Tualatin Hills Nature Park
Join a guided walk to explore the park’s plants, wildlife, and history. Walks are held at 9 a.m. on the first Wednesday and third Sunday of each month.
Location: Tualatin Hills Nature Park, 15655 S.W. Millikan Way, Beaverton.
Details: thprd.org.
East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District Webinars
Learn how to care for land to benefit people, water, and wildlife. Topics range from stormwater solutions to biochar and water conservation.
Register: emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.
Happy Valley Garden Club Monthly Meeting
Held 9 a.m. to noon on the second Tuesday of each month.
Location: Happy Valley Baptist Church, 14095 S.E. King Road, Happy Valley.
Ikebana for Every Season
Learn the art of Japanese flower arranging with expert instruction.
Time: 1-3 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month.
Cost: $50, including materials.
Location: The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham.
Details: GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
Portland Dahlia Society Monthly Meeting
Discuss seasonal topics with fellow enthusiasts.
Time: 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month, February through November.
Location: Oaks Park Dance Pavilion, 7805 S.E. Oaks Park Way.
Details: portlanddahlia.com.
Oregon Fuchsia Society Monthly Meeting
Meet at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month to discuss all things fuchsia.
Location: Western Seminary (Bueermann Hall), 5511 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd.
Details: oregonfuchsiasociety.com.
Estacada Garden Club Monthly Meeting
Gather at 1-3 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month.
Location: Estacada Public Library, 825 N.W. Wade St.
The Art of Bonsai
Participate in hands-on bonsai creation.
Time: 1-3 p.m. on the third Thursday and Saturday of the month.
Cost: $40, including all materials.
Location: The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham.
Details: GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
Upcoming Events
Elder Plant Spirit Journey
Sip elderberry tea, learn about the spirit of the elder, and explore its practical uses.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Cost: From $25.
Location: Hedgerow Herb Co., 811 E. Burnside St., Suite 116.
Details: hedgerowherbco.com.
Date: Friday, Nov. 22.
Assessing and Pruning an Overgrown Landscape
Learn how to prioritize pruning tasks for your landscape.
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $45.
Location: Address provided upon registration.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 23.
Details: GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
Pop-Up Nature! Fall Into Science
Explore nature-based science experiments.
Time: 10 a.m.-noon, Nov. 25-27.
Location: Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center, 4000 S.W. Fairview Blvd.
Details: hoytarboretum.org.
Wreath Making Workshops
Create a 16-inch holiday wreath while enjoying wine and snacks.
Time: Various times on Dec. 2, 5, and 8.
Cost: $50.
Location: Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham.
Details: GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.
Date: Monday, Dec. 2.
Mason Bee Cocoon Cleaning
Learn how to extract and store mason bees in a hands-on workshop.
Time: 10 a.m.-noon.
Location: PCC Rock Creek, Building 4, Rooms 103 and 104, 17705 N.W. Springville Road.
Details: washingtoncountymastergardeners.org.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 7.
Winterfest & Wreath Sale
Explore nature-themed, locally made items and enjoy mulled wine in the garden.
Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave.
Details: leachgarden.org.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 7.
Ring Around the Wreath Workshop
Create a personalized 10-inch live wreath.
Time: 10:30 a.m.-noon.
Cost: $65.
Location: Al’s Garden & Home: Woodburn, Sherwood, Wilsonville, and Gresham.
Details: als-gardencenter.com.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 7.
Pop-Up Nature! Crafty Natureland
Make nature-inspired crafts using leaves, acorns, and other natural materials.
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Dec. 21-22.
Location: Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center, 4000 S.W. Fairview Blvd.
Details: hoytarboretum.org.
Date: Saturday, Dec. 21.
Winter Pruning Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of pruning Japanese garden plants.
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $100.
Location: Vanport International, 28590 S.E. Wally Road, Boring.
Date: Saturday, Jan. 11.
The History of Japanese Maple Cultivars
Learn about the evolution of Japanese maples since 1980.
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Cost: $30.
Location: Online via Zoom.
Date: Thursday, Jan. 23.
Pruning Fruit Trees
Gain hands-on experience in pruning fruit trees.
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $45.
Location: The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham.
Date: Saturday, Jan. 25.
Fundamentals of Conifers
Learn about conifer identification, growth, and pruning.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Cost: $30.
Location: Online via Zoom.
Date: Thursday, Feb. 6.
Propagating Broadleaf Shrubs
Learn to propagate both deciduous and evergreen shrubs.
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Cost:$55, including materials.
Location: The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham.
Date: Saturday, June 7.
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