Events
The Park People’s Denver Dig Trees
Deadline Feb. 15: The 25th annual program to “enhance Denver’s urban tree canopy” offers free and reduced trees including Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry, State Street Maple, Hot Wings Tatarian Maple, Hardy Rubber Tree, Imperial Honeylocust, American Hophornbeam, Kentucky Coffee Tree, Glenleven Littleleaf Linden, more. The Park People evaluated several neighborhoods, and based on their tree coverage, residents may purchase reduced cost ($10 and $35, depending on what neighborhood) or free (for those who qualify). Call or visit the website for more information. 303-722-6262, theparkpeople.org
Classes & workshops
Cat Care Society
Jan. 24: “Building a Better Bond with Your Cat” with behaviorist and certified trainer Billie Reynolds, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free, reservations required. The Cat Care Society helps abandoned, abused and injured cats. The class is offered as part of a monthly series of seminars. 5787 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood, 303-239-9680, e-mail frontdesk@catcaresociety.org, catcaresociety.org
Denver Botanic Gardens
Jan. 24: “How to Build and Grow in a Raised Bed,” 9:30-11:30 a.m. $35, $32 members; “Growing and Using Herbs in the Garden,” 10 a.m.-noon, $25, $22 members; Jan. 31: “Growing Roses in Colorado — Planning a Rose Garden,” 10 a.m.-noon. $32, $27 members. Reservations required. 1007 York St.,
Denver Urban Homesteading
Jan. 17: “Performing a Honeybee Colony Split,” 10 a.m.-noon, $40; “Basic Knitting,” 2-4 p.m. $20; Jan. 24: “Chicken-Keeping & Urban Homesteading,” 1-3:30 p.m. $35. Reservations required. Most classes are held at Denver Urban Homesteading, off-site locations are provided after registration. 200 Santa Fe Drive, 303-825-0231, denverurbanhomesteading.com
The Gardens on Spring Creek
Jan. 17: “Interpreting and Using Your Soil Test,” 10 a.m.-noon. $8 (the price of the class has been reduced by Fort Collins Utilities to promote water conservation); Jan. 22-25:“Sketching 101: Forms and Textures of Nature,” 1-3 p.m. $90, $80 members; Jan. 24: “Fruit Tree Pruning,” 10 a.m.-noon, $18, $15 members. Reservations required. 2145 Centre Ave., Fort Collins, 970-416-2486, fcgov.com/gardens
Paulino Gardens
Jan. 24: “Orchids for Beginners,” 11 a.m. $22, includes a plant. Reservations required. Paulino Gardens, 6300 Broadway,
Tagawa Gardens Jan. 17: “Growing Herbal Teas,” 10-11 a.m.; “Principles of Xeriscape, Pt. 1 — Design,” noon-1 p.m.; Seed-Starting demonstrations offered at noon and 2 p.m.; “Orchids 101,” 2-4 p.m.; Jan. 18: “Fabulous Facials,” 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $10, reservations required; “What You Need to Know About Your Landscape Project,” 2-3 p.m.; Jan. 24: Sprout Growing demonstration mini-class, 10-10:30 a.m. and 2-2:30 p.m.; “Soil Building,” 10-11 a.m.; “Principles of Xeriscape, Pt. 2 — Soil Preparation,” noon-1 p.m.; Jan. 25: “Valentine’s Day Cuisine” with Holistic Chef Julie Fenn,11 a.m.-noon, free, reservations required; “Aromatherapy: Basics & Beyond,” 1-3 p.m. $30, reservations required. 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, 303-690-4722,
Exhibits
Denver Botanic Gardens
Through Feb. 8: “Drawn from Nature: Selections from the School of Botanical Art & Illustrations” in the Gates Garden Court Gallery; through Feb. 23: “Orchid Showcase,” annual exhibit in the Orangery and Marnie’s Pavilion. Exhibits are included with admission. 1007 York St.,
Loveland Museum/Gallery
Through March 15: “Xylem: Innovation in Botanic Art,” works by 14 artists. Admission is $5. Guided tours available. Call or visit the website for details on some programs offered in connection to the exhibit. 503 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland, 970-962-2410, lovelandmuseumgallery.org
Contests
Fiskars Project Orange Thumb 2015
Deadline Jan. 31: Gardening initiative will award 30 applicants in the U.S. and Canada each with $3,500 in tools and cash “to create beautiful and productive community gardens.” Details on website. fiskars.com/projectorangethumb
Save the date
High Plains Landscape Workshop 2015
Feb. 28: Fort Collins Nursery presents this annual workshop for “homeowners and professionals designed to promote high-quality, sustainable landscapes that reflect a sense of place in Colorado’s northern Front Range.” Speakers, light refreshments, a bagged lunch, silent auction and a book sale is included. Times are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Gardens on Spring Creek in Fort Collins. $49, $44 members; $59 for both starting Feb. 1. Lincoln Center, 417 W. Magnolia St., 970-416-2486, fcgov.com/gardens
Saving Places 2015
Feb. 4-6: “Advancing Preservation Practices” is the theme of Colorado Preservation Inc.’s 18th annual conferenc with discussions, workshops, exhibits, speakers, sessions and tours. Visit the website for a schedule of events. Fees vary, discounts available. Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., coloradopreservation.org/saving-places-conference/
Mail info 10-14 days in advance to Home & Garden Calendar, The Denver Post, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 800, Denver, CO 80202; fax 303-954-1679; e-mail living@denverpost.com.
