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- Pam Mastriano, The Republican
Upcoming program at Berkshire Botanical Garden
STOCKBRIDGE – Berkshire Botanical Garden presents the following upcoming programs: “Painting the Colors of Spring.” Saturday, April 19 to Saturday, June 14. Capture spring unfolding in the garden with a heightened awareness of color during this three-session watercolor series focusing on color exploration, experimentation and practice on Saturdays, April 19, May 17 and June 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Led by artist and educator Jean Mackay, participants will paint flowering trees, perennials and bulbs concentrating on a specific color in each session so you can get to know your palette and gain confidence with mixing clean, vibrant colors. Each class will include an overview of pigments, color play and mixing, and a focal piece that showcases the dominant color. Sketch outside for part of the time, if weather permits, and bring nature inside if it doesn’t, so please dress accordingly. Instruction will be tailored to various skill levels. Materials list provided upon registration. This series gives you the flexibility to sign up for one or more sessions, with a discount for choosing all three. Cost is $320 members, $350 nonmembers; Saturday, April 19, “Springtime Centerpiece Workshop.” Join in to embrace spring by creating a beautifully unique floral centerpiece from 10 a.m. to noon. Whether celebrating for the holidays or just needing some floral cheer, Hilary Collingwood of Moonflower Farm will guide you through the process. Vessel, flowers and all materials provided. Cost $90 members, $110 nonmembers. To register or for more information, visit www.berkshirebotanical.org. Berkshire Botanical Garden is located at 5 West Stockbridge Road.
Monson Garden Club Scholarship
MONSON - The Monson Garden Club has announced that two $500 scholarships are available to high school seniors who reside in Monson and plan to continue school at a 2- or 4-year college to study in any branch of the life, natural, or environmental sciences. Applications with instructions may be obtained through their school guidance office and are due by April 29, 2025.
Hampden Garden Club meeting
HAMPDEN – The Hampden Garden Club April meeting will be held on Thursday, April 17, 7 p.m. at Academy Hall on Main St. The program for the evening “Intro to the Cut Flower Garden.” Becky Sadlowski will speak on growing colorful, home grown cut flowers. Becky and her husband founded “Rooted Flowers,” a specialty cut flower farm in Agawam.
West Springfield Garden Club Meeting
WEST SPRINGFIELD - The West Springfield Garden Club will meet on Thursday, April 17, at 6 p.m., in the J. Edward Christian Municipal Office Building, 26 Central Street. Parking is available in the Municipal lot across the street. We will gather in the Justin Morgan Auditorium on the second floor. The evening’s speaker, Shari Petrucci, who will talk about “Propagating Herbs for Indoor and Outdoor Growing.” No matter if you live in a home or apartment, Shari will give tips on growing, maintaining, pruning, and collecting herbs, both on a windowsill and in a beautiful garden among your flowers and shrubs. The public is welcome to attend. Please contact Joan at graceshad@msn.com if you wish to join us for an informative evening.
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