Funday Sunday in the Garden: Observing Flowers
Join us on the Garden patio for a reading of My Garden by Kevin Henkes. Then take a guided Garden walk to visit 10 flowers and observe their shapes and discover what insects they...
Tagged: Ecology
Name that Butterfly: Identifying by Markings and Behavior
The Williamsburg area is home to more than 90 species of butterflies, and in recent years, local experts have found species not previously recorded. Eleven families of butterflies come in a variety of sizes...
Pollinators, Predators, and Pests: How Insects Shape Our Gardens and Forests
Shawn T. Dash PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences Hampton University, presents “Pollinators, Predators, and Pests: How Insects Shape Our Gardens and Forests“. Dr. Dash will take you on a tour of the...
Funday Sunday in the Garden: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Do you have a kiddo who likes to learn new things? Have you wanted someone to guide you and your kiddo around the Garden? Well, SUNDAY, August 18th is your FUNDAY at the Williamsburg...
Invasion of the Plant Snatchers
A stealthy catastrophe is happening in regional spaces that are suffering from the spread of invasive plants. VCE Master Naturalist Tracy Melton will tell you about large and small-scale invasive species removal projects. You’ll...
Soil: It’s More Than Just Dirt
Soil is dynamic and not all soil is created equal! Learn how to foster healthy soil for successful gardening and ecosystem balance. Healthy garden soil is crucial for the success of plant growth and...
Bluebirds in Your Back Yard
Learn about the lifecycle of bluebirds from nest building to fledging and how to attract these delightful birds to your yard. Our speaker is Connie Reitz, current President of the Historic Rivers Chapter of...