THORNHILL GARDEN & HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

We've got a great year planned for you!  Our January event is confirmed and we'll be posting more Speakers and Events for 2021 soon. We'll continue to plan virtual events to keep everyone safe, yet engaged!

2021 Meeting Dates & Speakers' Programme - Log on to Join Us!

Our next ZOOM Speaker Presentation is on Wednesday, April 21st at 7:00 p.m. 

Entry to the meeting will begin at 6:40 p.m.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE EVENTS:

June 16   Carol Pasternak (The Monarch Crusader)  How to Raise Monarch Butterflies

July 21     Sean James                  Nifty Native Plants

Aug. 18    Helen Battersby           The Garden of Regrets

Sept. 14    Heinke Thiessen          Perennials That WOW

Oct. 20    Joanne Rachfalowski  Houseplants

Nov. 17    Heinke Thiessen          Demo-Workshop: Seasonal Decor

If you're just getting to know our group, come join our event on Zoom. Hear A great speaker, learn some new gardening tips, and get to know us. We know you'll like what you see! Joining with a membership will give you the opportunity to participate in the remaining events of this year:

• Speakers Presentations

• Newsletters

• Plant sales

• Discounts with Partners

• Our exclusive Spring, Summer and Fall Photography Competitions and our Members' Art Show!

Workshops - TBC  

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When it is possible to meet in person, we will resume our workshops. Participant fees and location details to come.

Community Beautification through Civic Improvements:

Volunteer Opportunities

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Dates will be announced regarding the planting and maintaining of several community beautification sites. Watch for your monthly newsletter.

Spring and Fall Plant Sales - May and September 

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These important fundraisers need members to make them happen! Sign up to help organize, and run our two annual plant sales.

Annual Garden Tour 

Under review: possible Virtual Garden Tour

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Purchase your tickets to participate in this tour of 10 beautiful Thornhill gardens. This event is open to the public so consider bringing your family and friends!

Flower Shows - Planning for Virtual Shows this year.

Due to Covid-19 we are working on creating virtual shows. 

Thornhill Terry Fox Run - September

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In 2020 our team participated virtually in this annual event that raises funds and awareness for Cancer cures, treatments and support.

Membership Tea-Cancelled

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This is an exclusive members event! We will resume this premier event when health regulations allow us to join together in person again.

Poppy Ceremony - November 11 11:00 a.m.

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We encourage you to participate in virtual ceremonies this year. Take a moment to remember those who have fought for our freedom and for our first responders.

Awards' Night Dinner- November 18- Was Cancelled

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Our potluck dinner and awards evening could not take place at the Heintzman House.

TGHS Lending Library

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As a member, you may borrow from a selection of useful horticultural books from our library. Request them and pick them up at the monthly meetings.