Events
Northern Colorado Home Improvement Show
Jan. 24-25: The 11th annual show with more than 100 professional retailers and designers continues 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 24 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 25. Admission and parking are free. First National Bank Exhibition Hall, The Ranch, 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, greatwesternproductions.com
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 and others. The Park People evaluated several neighborhoods, and based on their tree coverage, residents may purchase reduced cost ($10 and $35, depending on neighborhood) or free (for those who qualify). Call or visit the website for details. 303-722-6262, theparkpeople.org
Pet events
American Humane Society
Through Feb. 25: Owners may nominate their dog in one of eight categories as part of the annual search for the 2015 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards. herodogawards.org
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
Classes & workshops
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” with the Denver Rose Society, 10 a.m.-noon. $32, $27 members (this class is also offered 6-8 p.m. Feb. 7). Reservations required. 1007 York St.,
Denver Urban Homesteading
Jan. 24: “Chicken-Keeping & Urban Homesteading,” 1-3:30 p.m. $35; Feb. 6: “Restoring Old Wood Furniture,” 6-8:30 p.m. $25. 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. 24: “Fruit Tree Pruning,” 10 a.m.-noon, $18, $15 members; Jan. 31: “Beginning Landscape Design: Planning, Plants and Placement,” 10 a.m.-noon, $12 (the price of the class has been reduced by Fort Collins Utilities to promote water conservation); “Pruning Shade Trees,” 1-3 p.m. $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; Jan. 31: “Fairy Garden Class,” 11 a.m. $35, includes basic materials to create your own garden. Reservations required. Paulino Gardens, 6300 Broadway,
Tagawa Gardens 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; Jan. 31: Streptocarpus Club Spring Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; “Introduction to Indoor Growing,” 10 a.m.-noon; “Principles of Xeriscaping, Pts. 3 & 4 — Appropriate Use of Turf & Soil,” noon-1 p.m.; “Fabulous Facials,” 2-4 p.m. $10, reservations required. 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, 303-690-4722,
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 the website. fiskars.com/projectorangethumb
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
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 conference with discussions, workshops, exhibits, speakers, sessions and tours. Visit the website for a schedule of events including a behind-the-scenes tour of Union Station led by Dana Crawford. Fees vary, discounts available. Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St., coloradopreservation.org/saving-places-conference/
Jeffco 4-H Seedling Tree Program
Feb. 7: “Selecting, Planting & Care of Seedling Trees for Conservation Projects” workshop covers seedlings available from Colorado State Forest Service for reforestation, land reclamation, wind breaks, snow fences, sound and visual barriers and species diversification, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. The workshop is also offered Feb. 21. CSFS Golden District Office, 1504 Quaker St., 303-279-9757, 4htrees.org
Mail info 10-14 days in advance to Garden Calendar, The Denver Post, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 800, Denver, CO 80202; fax 303-954-1679; e-mail living@denverpost.com.
