2026 Members Meeting ~ Brews & Bouquets
Create a Seasonal Bouquet!
Tuesday September 15, 2026
Stemma Brewing Company – West
508 Carolina Street, Bellingham
7pm • Doors open at 6:30pm
Pre-registration online is required!
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Lecture: Doreen Wynja May 21, 2026
We are delighted to welcome photographer Doreen Wynja who will share highlights from her stunning new book, The Spirited Garden: Creative Private Retreats (Rizzoli, 2025). Her images capture the richly realized and profoundly personal visions of 17 garden-makers in the Pacific Northwest, from the Willamette Valley to the Salish Sea. This visually powerful presentation will fill you with inspiration and encourage you to get out into your garden and create your own magic.
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Lecture: Ada Snyder March 5, 2026
In this engaging talk by local expert Ada Snyder, you’ll learn how to start and grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers specific to our PNW growing environment. Soil prep, timing for seeding, transplanting and varieties that work in our area are covered along with other tools for a successful and productive garden.
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3 Hour Workshop: Mary Marshall & Andrew Tuttle April 4, 2026
Join us in this inspirational and collaborative workshop to experience an inspirational virtual garden tour of regenerative landscapes that blend beauty with function. You’ll be guided through the principles and practices of regenerative design and learn the tools needed to create extraordinary landscapes that work with nature, not against it.
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See Our Christmas Tree in the Whatcom Historical Museum Rotunda Room
Seeds For Thoughts, Seeds For Flowers is the name of the tree that we decorated for the Whatcom Museum display. Visit the Whatcom Historical Museum now to see the Christmas tree display in the Rotunda room. Our tree’s theme was inspired by our December newsletter piece written by Sandi Madison (Publicity Chair). Celebrate the season…
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Deck the Old City Hall holiday wonderland and New Year’s Eve celebration
Celebrate the season with us at Deck the Old City Hall. From November 28 through January 4, Whatcom Museum’s historical Old City Hall is transformed into a festive holiday wonderland filled with twinkling trees, garlands, wreaths, and cozy winter charm. Wander through decorated galleries, explore seasonal displays, and enjoy the magic of the holidays inside…
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2025 Members Meeting – Brews & Bouquets
“Brews and Bouquets ~ Creating a Seasonal Bouquet” is Tuesday September 16, 2025 at Stemma Brewing Company. We’re back with one of our favorite member events – making your own arrangement! The first beer or wine is on us, delicious snacks and desserts will be served. You must be a member to attend, pre-registration is required.
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Fall Lecture Series ~ September 25 ~ Amy Campion
Lecture: “Boost Biodiversity in Your Garden with Insect-Friendly Habitat” is Thursday September 25 at the Whatcom Museum. News of crashing insect populations may make you feel hopeless about the future. However, there are many things you can do to make a real difference in improving insect biodiversity where you live.
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Fall Lecture Series ~ October 9 ~ Dr. Ross Bayton
Lecture: “Hot Hardy Plants for Super Shady Gardens” is Thursday October 9 at the Whatcom Museum. We are excited to welcome Heronswood Garden’s Director Dr. Ross Bayton for a talk on the best that shade gardening has to offer. Expand your plant palette to include shade-loving plants that are grown in the famous garden that is known for its rare plants and cutting edge design.
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The 35th Annual Tour of Private Gardens is Saturday, June 28!
Join Us on a Tour of 5 Amazing Bellingham Gardens!
