Events are free unless noted. Please email calendar submissions at least three weeks in advance to [email protected].
FRIDAY, JULY 25
Cultural Demonstration: Bonsai: 1:15-2:15 p.m. Join Portland Japanese Garden for a bonsai presentation by Andrew Robson, a deciduous artist and former president of the Bonsai Society of Portland. Included with $22.50 daily admission; 611 S.W. Kingston Ave.; japanesegarden.org.
SATURDAY, JULY 26
POLLINATOR POSSE: 10-11:45 a.m. Washington State University Master Gardeners Anne Bulger and Dot O’Very will take you on a Pollinator Posse adventure at the Battle Ground Library. 1207 S.E. Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Registration required at eventbrite.com. Visit extension.wsu.edu, email [email protected] or call 564-397-5738.
SATURDAY, AUG. 2
PORTLAND ORCHID SOCIETY SALE AND POTTING EVENT: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Shop, see beautiful orchids on display and visit an orchid repotting area and information booth. Portland Nursery, 5050 S.E. Stark St.
SATURDAY, AUG. 9
Summer Espalier: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn tips, tricks and techniques to maintain solid structure and maximize harvest when training trees to grow flat against a wall or free-standing trellis. Sliding scale starts at $40. HOEC Community Orchard, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; homeorchardeducationcenter.org.
ONGOING
Hoyt Arboretum Summer Youth Programs: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Aug. 23. Engage with nature, learn about Pacific Northwest ecosystems and explore the trails at these free, drop-in nature education programs for youth and families. Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 S.W. Fairview Blvd.; hoytarboretum.org/youth.
Art in the Garden: Daily through Sept. 2. This summerlong exhibition features an array of handcrafted artwork including glass art and metal installations for both garden and home. Included with $14 garden admission; Oregon Garden, 879 W. Main St., Silverton; oregongarden.org.
Honeybee Hikes: 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Oct. 1. Look for wildlife, listen to the wind and creek, water the Children’s Discovery Garden, read a story and craft something fun. 2-5 years accompanied by an adult; $8 per adult includes garden admission; Leach Botanical Garden, 12323 S.E. Claybourne St.; leachgarden.org.
78th Street Heritage Farm Walking Tours: Various dates and times through Oct. 11. Stroll the farm with a knowledgeable docent and learn about the property’s storied history and its current role in horticulture education, agricultural research, food security and community enrichment. 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver; registration required at eventbrite.com; visit extension.wsu.edu, email [email protected] or call 564-397-5738.
Tea Ceremony Demonstration: Various dates and times through Oct. 18. Portland Japanese Garden will offer free public demonstrations of chado in the tea garden. Chado, the way of tea, is intrinsically linked to Japanese gardens and understanding the kokoro (heart) of Japanese gardening. Included with $22.50 daily admission; 611 S.W. Kingston Ave.; japanesegarden.org.
Pittock Mansion Behind-the-scenes & Architecture Tours: Various dates and times through Nov. 9. Take a guided tour through areas not ordinarily open to the public or learn about the mansion’s architectural story with a focus on design, craftsmanship and decorative arts. $23 general admission to museum included in tour tickets; 3229 N.W. Pittock Drive; pittockmansion.org.
East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District free webinars: Discover how to care for land in ways that benefit people, water and wildlife. From stormwater solutions to biochar to water conservation, these workshops will help you save time, money and energy. Register at emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.
— Corey Sheldon
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