In urban environments, natural landscapes that were once biodiverse and contiguous have been transformed to small and often highly degraded fragments. What potential do these sites hold for ecological restoration, pollinator habitat, and public demonstration sites? How does one go about restoring a site such as this?

Join local biologist, conservationist, and award winning author, Heather Holm, in addressing and highlighting some of the challenges, opportunities, and amazing outcomes that have unfolded in her neighborhood corner lot restoration. She will also discuss pollinator habitat enhancement, management considerations, and celebrate the diverse pollinator populations that now thrive in the corner lot.  

$10, ticket fee can be applied towards any Tonkadale purchase made the day of the event! 

Registration required

Spring is in the air, and we're inviting families and kids to celebrate the season of new beginnings with Spring for Sprouts! Join us throughout the day for a variety of hands-on workshops and activities to inspire budding gardeners and get them excited for the growing season ahead.

Visit with our magical garden fairy, Flora for storytime and facepainting at the top of each hour.

Free to attend.

Register for workshops in advance or day-of!

Create a Toad Abode: $25, supplies include a 6" terracotta pot, paint, moss, and other decorative items.

Decorate a Mason Bee House: $35, supplies include a wooden bee house, paint, and other decorative items.

Plant a Mini Herb Garden: $45 supplies include a 10" terracotta pot, soil, and 3 herbs of choice