River Falls Garden Club
Programs 2008

Meeting Time and Place - Past Years Programs

February 4
Art in Bloom
Speakers: Diane Hallstrom of Hallstrom Florist and Greenhouse and David Lewis of Sargent's Nursey
These individuals were instrumental in guiding Red Wing, MN toward the winning America in Bloom entry in 2007. See what it's all about and hear the positive effect it has had on the Red Wing community. River Falls will be entering the America in Bloom national contest in 2009.
March 3
Powerful Choices - A Sustainable Energy Choice for River Falls
Speaker: TBA
Representatives from this timely program will share what it means for the citizens of River Falls. They will have energy saving tips we can use in our daily lives, both inside and out.
April 7
Escape from the Garden
Speaker: Gary Zielski, Pierce County Forester
Gary will tell us about the plants that we grow in our gardens that escape to live in the forest. He will also discuss other invasive plant and tree species.
May 5
Planters with Proven Winners
Carrie Hanten Larson of McHutchison Nursery
Carrie's exciting style will motive us to create spectacular planters with the latest "Proven Winners" plants.
May 10
River Falls Garden Club Plant Sale
June 2
Will be announced soon!
July and August
No programs
September 8
Beekeeping
Speaker: Joe Cross
Local beekeeper Joe Cross will discuss medicinal uses for honey and tell us what's been happening to bees.
October 6
Wild Edibles
Speaker: Andi Christiansen
Gardener and educator Andi Christiansen will teach us about finding and using wild edibles.
November 3
Landscaping for Winter Interest
Speaker: Nick or Dennis Caliva from Earthwork Nursery
With expert landscaping advice from Earthwork nursery, you'll create a landscape that is interesting year-round.
December 1
Tips, Tricks and Tea
This time is reserved once again for members and friends to share their own garden experiences. We'll all enjoy Ursula's special treats with hot tea and coffee.

Meetings: First Monday of the month (except September)
Place: River Falls Public Library meeting room
When: 7:00 PM

Copies of handouts/literature from the meetings are at the River Falls Public Library in the pamphlet file (PAM Garden Club).
Call or email Kim Kiiskinen (715-425-0905 ext 104) for copies.

Past Years Program Schedule

2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007

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