Night Hikes on the Farm
A series of bi-monthly events that offer educational and recreational opportunities for visitors to venture the farm in the nighttime and explore fascinating natural science topics.
The hikes will take place the last Friday of every other month.
These events are open to the public and will particularly appeal to scout groups, families, and anyone with a thirst for knowledge and adventure.
Each hike will incorporate different themes fitting to the month or season.
Advance registration required
$8 per person each session
Light snacks and beverages provided
October 25th @ 6:00 p.m. - Owl Prowl and Folklore
December 28th @ 6:00 p.m. - Constellations of the Night Sky
Register here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/tollgate/events/night-hikes-on-the-farm.
MSU Tollgate Farm
28115 Meadowbrook Road
Novi, MI 48377
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Sixth Annual MSU Tollgate Farm Pumpkinfest
Saturday, October 5th: 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 6th: 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Food, music, farm animals, educational exhibits, and children’s activities all make for a fun fall outing for all ages.
Pumpkinfest is a fundraiser for our educational programs. You are helping to provide scholarships for school children to visit our farm through camps and field trips.
Find out more: http://www.canr.msu.edu/tollgate/events/pumpkinfest
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Master Gardener Association of Oakland County Meeting
September 10: “Exploring Natural Communities of Michigan”
Michael Kost ,Curator of Native Plants at Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum and author of A Field Guide to the Natural Communities of Michigan, will show us the diverse terrain of our unique state.
He will help us gain a new appreciation for Michigan's natural beauty, and give us a better understanding of the ecosystems that we observe in nature.
Upcoming meeting presentations:
October 8 – “Woodland Treasures for Shady Gardens”
November 12 – “Drought Tolerant Plants”
Meetings are free to MGSOC members, $5 for guests.
No preregistration required.
MGSOC general meetings are held at the:
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
5631 North Adams Road
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Visit www.mgsoc.org for more information
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Outdoor Awareness Classes - City of Novi
Do you enjoy spending time outside? Do you care about the environment and want to help out more at home? Did you know that outside of agricultural systems, approximately 80-95% of the plant species found in natural habitats require insect or animal-mediated pollination?
Join us in these free classes at the Novi Civic Center where you will learn from local environmental professionals about various topics and what you can do to help.
September 17 - Trees for Bees (Southeastern Michigan Beekeepers Association)
September 18 - Protecting Pollinators During Fall Clean Up (Protecting Pollinators)
All programs start at 6:30 p.m. Registration required. Call 248-347-0414 to register. To learn more about these classes, call 248-735-5615.
Novi Civic Center
45175 Ten Mile Road
Novi, 49375
For more information: http://bit.ly/2MxDn7P
All ages welcomed.
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Smart Lawns
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Prepare now for a better lawn next spring!
Find out which types of grass are best for Michigan lawn.
Learn the best fall practices to keep your lawn looking great, and ways to manage diseases and lawn pests. Learn more about fall weed control and how to correctly apply lawn fertilizers.
Gary Heilig has been providing commercial and consumer horticulture programming for over 34 years with his humor and unique teaching style.
Cost: $30 per participant
Registration Deadline: September 16 or when the workshop is full.
https://events.anr.msu.edu/smartlawnsoakland19/
Executive Office Building Conference Center
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Building 41 West
Waterford, MI 48328
Certified/Re-certified MSU Extension Master Gardener attendees will earn 3 continuing education hours.
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Cranbrook Gardens Guided Tour
September 15, 2019
2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Tour Cranbrook Gardens while learning about George and Ellen Booth, the founders of Cranbrook Educational Community, and the remarkable grounds they created at Cranbrook House. You’ll discover extensive plantings, fountains, statuary, lakes, and streams. Tours of Cranbrook Gardens include the Greek Theatre, Sunken Garden, and more!
Cranbrook Gardens tours are guided by Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary docents. Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary volunteers also design, plant, and maintain the gardens.
Adults: $15 | Seniors/Students/Active Duty Military: $10 | Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary Members: Free
Please visit our website or call 248-645-3149 to register.
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Highland Garden Club - Garden Talks
September 9, 2019
6:30 p.m.
"Successful Vegetable Gardening Using Raised Beds, Bamboo Trellises and Plant Diversity" with Dr. Art Cameron
Dr. Cameron is the former Horticultural Garden Director for Michigan State University.
Cost of Event
$5.00
Highland Activity Center
209 N John Street
Highland,48357
Tickets are available at the Highland Township Treasurer's Office or Call 248-887-3791 ext. 4 or
email judy.cooper@highlandtwp.org
Event Flyer
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Free Admission to Cranbrook Gardens
Daily, May 1, 2019 - October 31, 2019
7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Stroll through the Sunken Garden, discover a garden folly on The Mountain, and take a moment to unwind by the Reflecting Pool or Japanese Garden. Enjoy all 40 acres of Cranbrook Gardens - featuring extensive plantings, fountains, statuary, lakes and streams - as they evolve from spring through fall!
Complimentary admission to Cranbrook Gardens is provided by presenting sponsor, PNC Bank, and sponsors, All Seasons Independent Living, fleurdetroit, and Roberts Restaurant Group.
Paid admission is required for Cranbrook House tours and special events. Donations are always appreciated and help support the preservation and beautification of the historic estate.
Cranbrook House & Gardens
380 Lone Pine Road
Bloomfield Hills, MI. 48304.
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Stage Nature Center Native Garden Project
All are welcome to join the Stage Nature Center's Native Garden Team. We have a variety of tasks to choose from with flexible work schedule:
• Bed Preparation
• Plantings
• Watering & Weeding
• Plant Identification
• Wildlife Photography
• Pollinator and Bird Housing
• Creating Informational Materials
For more details on any of the above please feel free to contact us at jawang1@comcast.net
Stage Nature Center
6685 Coolidge Hwy
Troy, MI 48098
For more information visit: https://troynaturesociety.org/get-involved/volunteer/
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Meadow Brook Garden Club maintains the gardens on the estate grounds of Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester MI.
Gardening days are every Tuesday morning, April 9 through October 8, from 8:30 a.m. to Noon.
All who are interested in gardening are invited to join in helping to maintain these beautiful gardens, designated as a Proven Winners Signature Garden. Master Gardeners and candidates will earn volunteer hours toward your Master Gardener required hours.
Bring hand tools (pruners, trowel, cultivator) and any other gardening items that you normally use. Come and join us and meet fellow gardening enthusiasts. Experience is not required.
For further information, call 248-364-6210.
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Meadow Brook Naturalists are a volunteer group dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the woodland areas around Meadow Brook Hall.
The Naturalists are looking for volunteers to help restore the woodlands around the hall by removing invasive plants and planting native trees, shrubs and perennials.
Workdays are usually on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 9 a.m. until noon. Meet by the garage in the courtyard. Please dress appropriately as we will be working in natural woodland/wetland areas that could have thorns or poison ivy. Closed toe shoes/boots are necessary. Tools will be provided.
For more information, call 248-364-6210 or contact MBGCmembers@gmail.com.
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Dutton Farm is a job training farm that supports the special needs community. They firmly believe that every person has the right to equal opportunities, meaningful work, and a right to make their own decisions. They are committed to advocating and assisting individuals with unique abilities.
If interested contact donna@duttonfarm.org
Visit http://www.duttonfarm.org
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Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary Volunteer
Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary is a volunteer-run group that always welcomes new community minded individuals. From gardeners to docents, volunteers are at the core of our mission of preserving Cranbrook House & Gardens, a National Historic Landmark. Please let us know how you would like to get involved with our non-profit organization!
Volunteer Opportunities:
-Cranbrook House docent
-Education
-Gardener
-Greenhouse
-Native Plant rescue
-Sculpture maintenance
-and many opportunities to volunteer!
We have volunteer opportunities year-round.
You must become a Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary member prior to volunteering. Please call 248.645.3149 or visit our website to learn more and join now.
https://housegardens.cranbrook.edu/support/membership
Cranbrook House & Gardens
380 Lone Pine Road
Bloomfield Hills, MI. 48304
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 Tollgate Garden Volunteers
Are you a Master Gardener or a home gardener who wants to expand your experiences and knowledge? MSU Tollgate Gardens are the perfect place for you. Here is the opportunity to continue your education by working side by side with seasoned gardeners. These smart and welcoming people are always happy to share their knowledge.
Being a Tollgate volunteer has many advantages: participating in monthly programs with speakers, sharing your gardening experiences and making new friends. Garden workdays are every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. until noon with a hot dog and potato salad lunch provided after the workday.
Tollgate is a 160 acre "oasis" located in the heart of Novi at the corner of Meadowbrook and 12 Mile Roads. Just look for the long white fence.
More information is available at www.tollgate.msu.edu or 248-347-3860 ext. 251.
MSU Tollgate Educational Center
28115 Meadowbrook Rd.
Novi, MI 48377
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