Communities in Bloom Gardening Classes
- Saturday, February 14, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:45 AM
- Saturday, February 28, 2026, 9:00 AM - 11:45 AM
There will be two Saturday classes for Communities in Bloom in February, with two topics presented each day. Sign up to learn something new as you wait out winter! Sessions presented by current CCE Erie Master Gardener Volunteers.Both sessions will be held at the Town of Aurora Senior Center; 101 King Street; East Aurora, NY.
February 14, 2026
- 9:00—10:15 am Garden Design 101 Speaker: Nora Saintz
Learn essential steps to create a beautiful cohesive garden no matter the size of the space.
- 10:30--11:45 am Incorporating Native Plants Into Your Garden Speaker: Lyn Chimera
How to select appropriate native plants for your landscape; native plants vs. cultivars; and where to purchase native plants in WNY.
February 28, 2026
- 9:00—10:15 am What’s Wrong With My Plant? Speaker: Carol Ann Harlos
Bring your plant, a piece, or a good picture, and your questions.
- 10:30—11:45 am Win the War Against Problems in the Vegetable Garden Speaker: Margaret Raupp
Great tips from Master Gardeners for a happy, healthy vegetable garden this year.
Cost: Master Gardeners $20/each date, Public $25/each date
Register no later than 2 days before each event. Space is limited.
Accommodations for persons with special needs may be requested by contacting Sharon Bachman at (716) 652-5400 ext 150 or sin2@cornell.edu at least 5 days before the event.
Register
https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/CIB--2026_214
Last updated December 30, 2025