Workshops and garden tours to mark on your midsummer calendar

Portland Japanese Garden in Southwest Portland hosts its Behind the Shoji Summer Marketplace through September 4.Mike Centioli

Events are free unless noted. Please email calendar submissions at least three weeks in advance to [email protected].

ONGOING

78th Street Heritage Farm Tours: Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program for a guided tour of the 79-acre farm. Upcoming tours include morning, afternoon and evening times in August. Register at extension.wsu.edu/clark/2023/06/78th-street-heritage-farm-walking-tours, email [email protected] or call 564-397-5738; 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver.

Behind the Shoji Summer Marketplace: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Monday through Sept. 4. Peruse Portland Japanese Garden’s annual show and sale of Japanese and Japanese-inspired wares including textiles, prints, ceramics, home decor and more. Included with $21.95 garden admission; Portland Japanese Garden, 611 S.W. Kingston Ave.; japanesegarden.org.

East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District free webinars: Discover how to care for land in ways that benefit people, water and wildlife. From stormwater solutions to biochar to water conservation, these workshops will help you save time, money and energy. Register at emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.

What’s New Garden Tour: 10:30-11:30 a.m. second Thursday of the month. Learn about the Leach Botanical Garden’s history, new additions, heritage trees, seasonal plants, habitat restoration and more. $5; Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave.; leachgarden.org.

The Art of Bonsai: 1-3 p.m. third Thursdays and Saturdays of the month. Learn techniques and concepts, and do a different project each month. $35 includes all materials; register at greshamjapanesegarden.org/product/art-of-bonsai.

Grow Your Own Produce: The Workshop Series: (online via Zoom) First Wednesday of the month through November. Take part in a series taught by permaculture expert Marisha Auerbach featuring seasonal information about planning, growing, maintaining and harvesting food from your garden. $100 for a five-class series, or $25 per class; permaculturerising.com or email [email protected]; register at eventbrite.com.

Ikebana for Every Season: 1-2:30 p.m. second Tuesday of the month; $45. Become knowledgeable about basic concepts, techniques, tools, equipment and care for ikebana. The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.

Tualatin Valley Beekeepers Association meetings: 6-8 p.m. last Tuesday of the month; Jessie Mays Community Hall, 30975 N.W. Hillcrest St., North Plains or online via Zoom; tvbabees.org or email [email protected].

Portland Dahlia Society monthly meeting: 7 p.m. second Tuesday of the month February through November. Take part in a discussion of seasonal topics. Oaks Park Dance Pavilion, 7805 S.E. Oaks Park Way; portlanddahlia.com.

Oregon Fuchsia Society monthly meeting: 7 p.m. third Tuesday of the month except January, July, November and December. Discuss seasonal topics and learn from guest speakers. Western Seminary, Bueermann Hall, 5511 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd.; oregonfuchsiasociety.com.

Greater Portland Iris Society meeting: 7 p.m. first Tuesday of the month in March, April, September, October and November. Enjoy discussions of irises with guest speakers. Ainsworth House, 19130 Lot Whitcomb Drive, Oregon City; greaterportlandirissociety.org.

Estacada Garden Club monthly meeting: 1-3 p.m. second Thursday of the month. Estacada Public Library, 825 N.W. Wade St.

SATURDAY, AUG. 5

Aflorable Design Workshop: 10 a.m.-noon. Learn how to create a floral arrangement using a selection of cut flowers and a provided vase. $40; Al’s of Sherwood, 16920 S.W. Roy Rogers Road, Sherwood; als-gardencenter.com.

Family Fun Day in the Garden: 10 a.m.-noon. Spend the morning learning in the garden with interactive activities designed for the entire family. NatureScaping of SW Washington, Wildlife Botanical Gardens, 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie, Washington; email [email protected] or [email protected], or call 360-737-1160 for more information.

Hands-on Gardening Tool Care & Sharpening: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn about tool care and maintenance to ensure best performance in your garden or orchard. $35 registration at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; email [email protected] or call 503-298-5410 for more information; Home Orchard Education Center, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City.

Pruning Workshop: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $100; Vanport International, 28590 S.E. Wally Road, Boring; greshamjapanesegarden.org.

MONDAY, AUG. 7

Summer Fruits: Preserving Berries into Jam: 3-6 p.m. Aug. 7 and 21. Learn how to process fruits from your backyard or local farmstand to create jams to enjoy throughout the winter. $60 includes all produce and supplies; Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St. S.E., Salem; willametteheritage.org.

FRIDAY, AUG. 11

Save Our Seeds Workshop - Dry Seed Process: 7-9 p.m. Michelle Week, founder of Good Rain Farm, will present on the dry seed process of seed saving for lettuce, radish, grains, beans, peas and cole crops. $20 registration at eventbrite.com; Hazel Dell, Washington location provided upon registration; email [email protected] or call 564-397-5738 for further information.

SATURDAY, AUG. 12

Sip & Plant Wine Bottle Planter Workshop: 10 a.m.-noon Aug. 12 and 19. Design, create and learn how to care for your own wine bottle succulent planter. $60; als-gardencenter.com.

Learning Garden Fair: Grow Together! Families in the Garden: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Participate in activities for all ages including a garden safari, planting seeds to take home, learning about composting and hummingbirds, and more. WCMGA Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate, 8005 S.W. Grabhorn Road, Beaverton; washingtoncountymastergardeners.org.

Summer Pruning Apples and Pears: 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Take part in a day of guided hands-on summer pruning instruction and practice. $35 registration at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; email [email protected] or call 503-298-5410 for more information; Home Orchard Education Center, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City.

FRIDAY, AUG. 18

Oregon Fuchsia Society annual show: 1-6:30 p.m. Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Aug. 19 and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 20. See the competitions, choose a favorite display of fuchsia and join the society on the spot. Portland Nursery, 5050 S.E. Stark St.; oregonfuchsiasociety.com.

SATURDAY, AUG. 19

Easier Gardening for Everyone: 10 a.m.-noon. Discover tips and techniques to allow you to maneuver in the garden no matter your limitations. $15 registration at [email protected], [email protected] or 360-737-1160; CASEE Center (Building B, Room 205), 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie, Washington.

Intro to Hard Cider and Mead Making: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn to make your own cider or mead and experience an apple press demonstration. $45 registration at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; email [email protected] or call 503-298-5410 for more information; Home Orchard Education Center, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City.

TUESDAY, AUG. 22

Summer Pruning Figs for Size Control: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Visit the Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard for this hands-on workshop, where you will learn proper summer pruning techniques for growing fig trees in the Pacific Northwest. $35 registration at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; email [email protected] or call 503-298-5410 for more information; Home Orchard Education Center, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City.

Starry Night at the Farm: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Explore stars, planets and other celestial objects through telescopes and learn about some of the creatures who make their living in the dark. Free registration at eventbrite.com; 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver; email [email protected] or call 564-397-5738; rosecityastronomers.net.

SATURDAY, AUG. 26

Educational Koi Expo: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Take part in a family-friendly educational event for those new to the hobby and those thinking about becoming koi and pond owners. Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.

American Dahlia Society National Show: Noon-5 p.m. Aug. 26 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 27. This year’s national show will showcase a number of activities, including optional tours, speakers and the competition itself. Holiday Inn Portland – Columbia Riverfront, 909 N. Hayden Island Drive; portlanddahlia.com, dahlia.org.

Orchard Picnic Festival: 4-7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of cider pressing, plant sales, fruit tasting and more. Email [email protected] or call 503-298-5410 for more information; Home Orchard Education Center, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; homeorchardeducationcenter.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 9

Ikebana International Chrysanthemum Show: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 9 and 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sept. 10. Celebrate the chrysanthemum with this two-day exhibition where artists from various schools, or styles, will create arrangements featuring chrysanthemums, known as kiku in Japanese. Included with $21.95 garden admission; Portland Japanese Garden, 611 S.W. Kingston Ave.; japanesegarden.org.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 10

The Nature of Haiku Workshop: 2-4 p.m. Take part in an exploration of haiku poetry with an emphasis on seasonal, nature-focused aspects and enjoy writing exercises and nature walks. $15; Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.

SATURDAY, OCT. 14

Manga: A Brief History & Animation Workshop: Oct. 14 and 15. In this two-day workshop, professional artist Brian Gonzales will expose you to the cultural history of manga and engage you in the physical process of making a traditional cell-based animation. $45; Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.

SUNDAY, NOV. 5

Gresham Japanese Garden Remodel Open House and Ikebana: 2-4 p.m. Explore the renovated Resource Center and learn about basic concepts, techniques and care for ikebana. Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.

-- Corey Sheldon

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