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  • June 2025

  • Wed 25

    Gardener’s Chat Hour

    June 25, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    WNY Welcome Center 1999 Alvin Rd, Grand Island, NY, United States

    Join us for a Gardener's Chat Hour at the WNY Welcome Center! Whether you're just getting started or deep into your native plant journey, this is a great chance to connect with fellow gardeners and get expert advice. A few of GINA’s experienced gardeners will be on hand to answer questions, offer guidance, and share […]

  • July 2025

  • Wed 9

    Fireflies: An Illuminating Experience

    July 9, 2025 @ 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm
    Alt Nature Center 2489 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY, United States

    Join entomologist Wayne Gall at the Alt Nature Center on Grand Island to learn all about fireflies and what you can do to ensure they continue to thrive in WNY for generations to come. Following a brief presentation in the Alt schoolroom, attendees will venture out to the preserve's native meadow for an illuminating experience. […]

    Free
  • August 2025

  • Sat 16

    Nike Base Trails Walk & Talk

    August 16, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Nike Base

    WNY Prism and GINA are partnering to host a fun and educational nature walk on Saturday, August 16th at the Nike Base Trails on Grand Island! This will be a leisurely, relatively flat, and easy walk. Please be prepared with appropriate clothing and footwear for walking along trails, and bring water as needed. For any […]

    Free
  • September 2025

  • Tue 9

    Identifying Invasive Plants: What to Look For

    September 9, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    Aurora Senior Center 101 King Street, East Aurora, NY, United States

    Presented by Carol Ann Harlos and Lyn Chimera. Gardeners keep a close eye on weeds trying to decide if they are seeing a common weed or an invasive species. Learn how to recognize and identify invasive plants such as Garlic Mustard, Lesser Celandine, Mugwort, and Common Buckthorn in your garden and some management strategies. For […]

    $15
  • Wed 17

    Soil Health

    September 17, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    84 Parkside Lodge, Buffalo, NY 84 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Presented by by Peggy Koppmann. It’s not just dirt; healthy soil is the foundation for healthy plants. Factors such as soil pH, texture, and organic material content are critical to building a healthy soil system.  Learn about the complex nature of soil and the role of microbes and mycorrhizal fungi in plant health and soil fertility. $15 per […]

    $15
  • Fri 19

    Monarchs & Milkweed

    September 19, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    Nike Base

    Come join us at the Nike Base Park for a fun-filled evening learning about monarchs and their favorite plant, milkweed! This event is perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages. Discover the fascinating life cycle of monarch butterflies and why milkweed is crucial for their survival. Enjoy hands-on activities, educational presentations, and maybe even spot […]

    Free
  • Tue 23

    Let’s Talk Native Trees & Shrubs!

    September 23, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Grand Island Library

    Presented by Peggy Koppmann. Join us for a fun and informative discussion on why native trees and shrubs are vital for healthy landscapes. Learn how to choose species that not only add beauty, shade, and privacy, but also support wildlife, improve soil and water quality, and thrive with minimal care.

    Free
  • Sat 27

    Seed Collection and Storage

    September 27, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Roswell Park Community Outreach and Engagement Center 907 Michigan Ave, Buffalo, NY, United States

    Presented by by Nora Saintz. Collecting seeds is easy, inexpensive, and a great way to make more of your own plants or add new varieties to your garden. Learn about saving open-pollinated plants, avoiding hybrids, collecting at the correct time, and storage techniques. You can build your own seed library and save seeds for your […]

    $15
  • October 2025

  • Tue 7

    Tree ID Hike

    October 7, 2025 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    River Oaks Drive River Oaks NY, Grand Island, NY, United States

    Come join us for a fun and educational Tree ID Hike at the end of River Oaks Drive! Here, we will explore a brand NEW trail and learn how to identify different tree species. This in-person event is perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and expand your […]

    Free
  • Wed 22
    Garden landscape with many New York Native Plants

    Grand Island Habitat Certification Celebration!

    October 22, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Grand Island Library

    Welcome to the Grand Island Habitat Certification Celebration! Join us at the Grand Island Memorial Library for a fun-filled event celebrating our community's dedication to habitat preservation. This gathering allows you to interact with our neighbors who have went through the process of certifying their garden as a Grand Island wildlife habitat! Come listen to their triumphs and […]

    Free
  • December 2025

  • Sat 13

    Wildlife Winter Wonderland!

    December 13, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Alt Nature Center 2489 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY, United States

    Join the Citizen Coalition for Wildlife and Environment at the Alt Nature Center for the 3rd Annual 2025 Wildlife Winter Wonderland! Walkable displays will include holiday-themed nature scenes and wildlife educational displays! This free event includes hot chocolate and cookies and craft-making appropriate for all ages inside the holiday-decorated historic schoolhouse. Make your own holiday […]

  • January 2026

  • Sat 31

    Winter Sowing with Native Seeds

    January 31 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
    Nike Base

    Come join us for a hands-on workshop on winter sowing with native seeds at Nike Base Park Community Center! Learn all about the benefits of using native plants in your garden, including how easy they are to maintain and how they improve the quality of your soil. If you love gardening and miss it during the winter months, […]

    Free
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