Events

Please register in advance for Timely Topics.

Simply click on the event you’d like to attend and follow the registration process. All sessions meet at the Curry Building at The Webster Arboretum, rain or shine, unless otherwise noted.

Upcoming Events

Tue, Mar 10
Preparing your Garden for Spring Planting
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Mar 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
As important as the right plants are, they can’t do ALL the work for you. A thriving garden takes planning and care. Before you start planting this spring, take a moment to review the 8-step checklist.
Tue, Apr 14
Lawn Care and Management
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Apr 14, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
Urban Environmental Specialist for the Cornell Turfgrass Team. Get your lawn off to the right start!
Tue, May 12
Companion Planting
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May 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
Companion planting is a gardening practice where plants are grown together for mutual benefit, such as deterring pests, attracting beneficial insects, improving soil health, and maximizing space.
Wed, Jun 17
Care and Pruning of Roses
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Jun 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
Caring for roses can be tricky because they require specific attention to sunlight, water, soil, and pruning. Learn how to care for these special plants like a pro.
Tue, Jul 07
Creating a Pollinator Garden
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Jul 07, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
Careful planning is essential to create a successful pollinator garden. Learn some steps to make sure you have everything covered before you make your investment.
Tue, Aug 11
Native Plants
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Aug 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
Are you interested in making your garden more ecologically friendly? Join Ellen for an engaging presentation on native plants and the many benefits they bring to your garden.
Wed, Sep 16
Putting your Garden to Bed
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Sep 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
Winter is coming! How do you put your garden to bed and prepare for the dropping temperatures? Learn tips for winterizing your garden beds—from covering garden soil to protecting trees and shrubs.
Tue, Oct 13
Pumpkin decorating
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Oct 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
Arboretum Board Members. Join us for the fun. Program is appropriate for kids 5-10 years of age with parent supervision. We will create the spookiest pumpkins ever! But not too spooky.
Tue, Nov 10
Harvesting and Drying Herbs
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Nov 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
Learn how to create your own home apothecary by harvesting and drying herbs yourself. This session covers best practices for collecting and drying herbs, along with advice on how to handle common issues that may arise.
Tue, Dec 08
Tree lighting and caroling
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Dec 08, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meet at the Curry Building, 1700 Schlegel Rd, Webster, NY 14580, USA
We will light up our tree in the large gazebo and sing some festive tunes. Get in the holiday spirit with us at the Webster Arboretum.