The Mill Creek Towne Garden Club in Derwood, Maryland was established in 1968 with the mission to stimulate and increase knowledge and interest in all facets of gardening among amateurs, establish an active community beautification program and to encourage civic beautification, and foster group activities for the benefit of the members and the community. The garden club also landscapes and maintains the Mill Creek Towne entrances and common areas.
Natives at Noon Webinar Series First Wednesday of the Month | 12:00 p.m. | Zoom
Hello! I’m your host, Lisa Kuder, from UMD Extension. Join us on the first Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 as we delve into various topics related to native plants. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned professional, this series provides an opportunity to expand your knowledge and engage with experts in the field. Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists, these sessions are an excellent way to earn Continuing Education Units.
Although the presentations are free of charge, registration is required to attend. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your understanding of native plants while enjoying your lunch. Register to attend one or more of the live only sessions:
• May 6th—Appalachian Ethnobotany and the Potential for New Horticultural Crops • June 3rd—Non-native Earthworms and Th eir Effects on the Soil Ecosystem • July 1st—From Wasteland to Wonder: Easy Ways We Can Help Heal Earth in the Sub/Urban Landscape
• Aug 5th—Timing is Everything: The Phenology of Native Plants in a Changing World • Sept 2nd—Saving Ash for Future Forests • Oct 7th—Sacre
You must register and attend live as sessions will not be recorded. go.umd.edu/NANWebinarSeries
Come and check out our amazing selection of plants and yard sale items including:
– Plants and Seedlings – Potting Containers/Vases – Kitchen play set for kids, toys – Assorted household items – and more!
Please help support the Mill Creek Towne Garden Club by participating in our Spring Plant & Yard Sale. Proceeds from sales and donations will help defray the costs for landscaping and maintenance of Mill Creek Towne’s main entrances and garden-related educational programs for the Derwood community! Thank you for all your help and contributions!
About the Mill Creek Towne Garden Club
Established in 1968, the objective of the Mill Creek Towne Garden Club is to stimulate and increase knowledge and interest in all facets of gardening among amateurs, establish an active community beautification program and encourage civic beautification, and foster group activities for the benefit of the members and the community. The garden club also landscapes and maintains the Mill Creek Towne entrances and common areas.
Community Science Festival: Saturday, April 25 | 10 am to 2 pm | All Ages | FREE | Lake Needwood
Join us for the return of the Community Science Festival- a celebration of natural science – as we take part in the global City Nature Challenge bioblitz as part of team Washington DC!
Learning and fun for all ages at this free event- registration not required but registration guarantees you a free takeaway item.