SEE HIGHLIGHTS OF PAST EVENTS

 Directions to the Carriage house at: www.barneycarriagehouse.com.

September 18 - Monthly Program – Friday, 11:30 am

“SNIPPED”:  THE FLORAL DESIGN VERSION OF FOOD NETWORK’S ‘CHOPPED’ Presented by Trish Manfredi

Trish Manfredi, National Garden Club Master Flower Show Judge, will demonstrate the key principles and elements of flower arrangement as she creates five designs using flowers and containers supplied by the Springfield Garden Club. She will show how flower forms, texture, and color combine for harmony and interest.  She will use a variety of floral mechanics such as wire, tape, and perlite for an eco-friendlier approach. Light refreshments, including gluten-free options, sweets, coffee, and tea will be served.  In-person raffle for members and guests. Guests are welcome - Guest fee is $5.00

Location: Carriage House at the Barney Estate, Forest Park, Springfield, MA

October 16 - Monthly program – Friday, 11:30 am

HOLIDAY WREATH DESIGN presented by Loreta Carrero

A tailored demonstration including design tips, techniques and a finished wreath (or multiple variations) that attendees can learn from and enjoy.  Light refreshments, including gluten free options, sweets, coffee, and tea will be served. In-person raffle for members and guests. Guests are welcome - Guest fee is $5.00

Location: Carriage House at the Barney Estate, Forest Park, Springfield, MA

November 20 - Monthly program – Friday, 11:30 am

NEEDLED EVERGREENS presented by Kevin Wilcox

Kevin Wilcox, owner of Wilcox Nursery, will teach us about how to effectively use needled evergreens in our gardens.  Light refreshments, including gluten-free options, sweets, coffee, and tea will be served. In-person raffle for members and guests. Guests are welcome - Guest fee is $5.00

Location: Carriage House at the Barney Estate, Forest Park, Springfield, MA

December 11 – Monthly Program – Friday, 11:30 am

WONDER FILLED TALES OF WINTER SOLSTICE PLANTS Presented by Diane Edgecombe

A transformational teller with a rich background in the theatre arts, Diane’s charismatic, embodied storytelling enlivens both original and traditional tales, creating a truly mesmerizing weave. A featured teller on NPR and winner of a Year’s Best Performance award for her theater work, Diane’s storytelling has been seen at prestigious venues throughout the country and internationally for over thirty years. She will beguile us with Wonder Filled Tales of Winter Solstice Plants.  Light refreshments, including gluten-free options, sweets, coffee, and tea, will be served. In-person raffle for members and guests.  Guest fee $5.00

Location: Old Monkey House, Forest Park, Springfield, MA

January 23 WINTER PROGRAMS FOR THE PUBLIC- Special Program Saturday, 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Betsy Szymczak “I Was Given This Plant: Now What?”

Location: Springfield, MA (details to follow)

We have all been given a plant for a holiday, birthday, or other celebration. Many of these plants will survive with average care, but some need a bit more to survive and thrive. How do I care for this plant? Will it rebloom? Can it go outside? These questions and more will be answered by Betsy, an American Dahlia, American Begonia and Gesneriad Society Judge, National Garden Club Flower Show Judge and Garden Consultant and Massachusetts Senior Principle Certified Master Gardener.

Admission: Free to SGC members. $10 for the public.

February 19 - Monthly Program – Friday, 11:30 am

THE TREES AROUND US 

Presented by Tom Clark

Trees are remarkable, amazing organisms that we interact with directly or indirectly every day. In this illustrated presentation, Tom will discuss the significance of trees in our lives and, of course, in our gardens. He will touch on a wide range of tree-related topics, with the focus mostly on trees as they relate to us as gardeners: cultivation and care, selection, and highlighting a broad sampling of great trees for Western Mass., including many that are new(ish) to cultivation, others that are lesser known and rarely grown, but all worthy of closer consideration when we’re selecting trees for our landscapes. Light refreshments, including gluten-free options, sweets, coffee, and tea, will be served.  In-person raffle for members and guests. Guests are welcome - Guest fee is $5.00

Location: Carriage House at the Barney Estate, Forest Park, Springfield, MA

February 20 WINTER PROGRAMS FOR THE PUBLIC- Special Program Saturday, 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Betsy Szymczak “Plant Parenthood – House Plant Propagation”

Location: Springfield, MA (details to follow)

Want more plants but don’t want to buy them? This program focuses on propagation of popular Houseplants. Various techniques such as stem, leaf, and petiole cuttings will be demonstrated. Houseplant pruning and grooming will also be discussed. Betsy is an American Dahlia, American Begonia, and Gesneriad Society Judge, National Garden Club Flower Show Judge, Garden Consultant and Massachusetts Senior Principal Certified Master Gardener.

Admission: Free to SGC members. $10 for the public.

March 19 - Monthly Program – Friday, 11:30 am

BIRDSCAPING: HOMESWEET HABITAT 

Presented by Joan Butler, Expert plant collector & well-respected flower show judge

This richly illustrated program explores the importance of creating welcoming habitats for birds through thoughtful landscape choices, including native plants vital for food and nesting sites. Learn about the benefits and joys of creating beautiful, layered gardens designed for avian – and human! – habitat. Light refreshments, including gluten-free options, sweets, coffee, and tea, will be served.  In-person raffle for members and guests. Guests are welcome. Guest fee is $5.00

Location: Carriage House at the Barney Estate, Forest Park, Springfield, MA

April 16 - Monthly Program – Friday, 11:30 am

HOW CLIMATE CHANGE IS AFFECTING THE GROWING SEASON 

Presented by Adam Strzempko, 22News Weatherman

Has the weather lately been making garden planning a real challenge for you? Adam Strzempko will share important facts about how climate change is affecting the growing season. Light refreshments, including gluten-free options, sweets, coffee, and tea, will be served.  Directions to the Carriage House at: www.barneycarriageHouse.com. In-person raffle for members and guests. Guests are welcome - Guest fee is $5.00

Location: Carriage House at the Barney Estate, Forest Park, Springfield, MA

May 7–ANNUAL MEETING AND LUNCHEON Friday, 11:30 

Club members and invited guests will enjoy our festive luncheon, review the past year, meet our scholarship winners, elect new officers, and enjoy a display of 

ALBUM COVER ART!

We invite our members to have a little fun!

• Choose a favorite music album (or CD) cover

• Prepare to bring the album cover, take a picture of it, or print one from the web. (It will need to stand up, so if you need help with that, let us know!)

• Create a floral design out of anything, but it must include some plant material (cut/ potted/ dried or fresh) that captures the essence of that piece. (Think Festival of Flowers or Art in Bloom, but more fun)

• Bring your album cover and your design to the Carriage House on Friday, May 7, 2027, by 11:00 am.

• To sign up, email: beatebolen@gmail.com  

This meeting will be held in the tent at the Carriage House at the Barney Estate, Forest Park, Springfield, MA 01108. 

May 20-22 - ANNUAL PLANT SALE

May 20 -Table Set-Up Day – Friday, 9:00 -Noon, Tables set up and organized

May 21 - Set-Up Day – Friday, 9:00 -Noon, Members bring all plants for sale and set-up. Help will be available for unloading.

May 22- Plant Sale Day – Saturday, 9:00 –Noon, open to the public.  Because this is one of our club’s major fundraising efforts, participation is needed by ALL members. Helpers are needed both days. More information will be included in the 2026 Spring Iris Pedlar. 

Location: Old Monkey House, Forest Park, Springfield MA The park's Trafton Road entrance will be open for plant sale setup and sale.