Programs
We hold programs throughout the year that are open to the community. We invite renown horticultural experts to speak to Club members on a variety of topics, and we welcome non-members to join us. There is no fee; a $5 -$10 donation per person is very much appreciated.
Our meetings are held in the auditorium of the United Way Building, 60 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair.
What Your Physical Therapist Never Told You (and Your Garden Already Knows!)
60 S. Fullerton Avenue, Auditorium
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 1PM
Physical therapist Dr. David Kim reveals the surprising parallels between plant health and human health — and what your body might be trying to tell you that no one's ever pointed out. Founder and owner of Auris Integrative, Dr. Kim believes in treating the whole person and helping them to understand their own body.
New Jersey’s Newest State Park
60 S. Fullerton Avenue, Auditorium
Monday, November 16, 2026 at 1PM
We’ve been calling it “The Greenway” until it receives its official name. Julia Wong from the Department of Environmental Protection will give us an update on this new state park spanning nine miles from Montclair to Jersey City. She will include a brief history of park acquisition and development, the ongoing construction of the nearly one-mile Newark segment, and future design plans.
Knockout Natives: Beautiful and Ecologically Valuable plants from Mt. Cuba's Trial Gardens
60 S. Fullerton Avenue, Auditorium
Monday, January 25, 2027, 1PM
Manager of Horticultural Research at the renowned Mt. Cuba Center, Sam Hoadley evaluates native plants species, cultivars, and hybrids in the Trial Garden. He’ll highlight the native standouts that provide the biggest ecological and aesthetic benefits.
Three Easy Ways to Start a Cut Flower Garden
60 S. Fullerton Avenue, Auditorium
Monday, February 22, 2027, 1PM
Creator of the blog Bricks 'n Blooms, author of three gardening books, a Master Gardener, and contributor to numerous horticultural magazines, Stacy Ling will show you that starting a cut flower garden doesn't have to be overly complicated or expensive, focusing on three simple methods of growing beautiful flowers from seed.
Weedy No More: How to Create Gardens That are Beautiful, Functional, and Realistic
60 S. Fullerton Avenue, Auditorium
Monday, March 22, 2027, 1PM
Trained in landscape design at the NY Botanical Garden and founder of Dirt Diva Designs, now Caitlin Bird Design, Caitlin Bird knows that gardeners are increasingly aware of the ecological benefits of native plants, but may feel overwhelmed by information overload. In this presentation, Caitlin explores how thoughful design can bridge the gap between beauty and ecology.
Techniques and Secrets of Botanical Art Entries
60 S. Fullerton Avenue, Auditorium
Monday, April 26, 2027, 1PM
Master Gardener, Botanical Arts judge, lecturer, award-wnning exhibitor and author, Sarah Boynton will share the creative process behind her prize-winning entries. She'll demonstrate how she collects, preserves, and manipulates plant material, and reveal techniques, design principles, and planning strategies that have helped her win prestigious awards.