From the bulbs to the bees: Nature events in Charlotte Jan. 10 and onward
Garden
The Edible, Drinkable Landscape: Jan. 12, 10 a.m., Elizabeth Lawrence House, 348 Ridgewood Ave. Any size garden can showcase lush greenery and beautiful street appeal while providing blossoms, berries, seeds and fruit that can be consumed now or pickled, canned or frozen. Nan Chase shares some of her favorite and most productive plants, including flowers, herbs, trees and shrubs. Cost: $25 (non-members $35) www.winghavengardens.org, 704-331-0664 Ext. 101.
Elizabeth Lawrence’s Rare & Unusual Bulbs: Jan. 14, 7 p.m., Elizabeth Lawrence House, 348 Ridgewood Ave. Enjoy blooms from bulbs in every season. Join garden curator Andrea Sprott for an inspiring journey of Elizabeth Lawrence’s favorite, lesser-known bulb collections. Cost: $25 (non-members $35) www.winghavengardens.org, 704-331-0664 Ext. 101.
Nature
Bird-Friendly Backyards: Jan. 10, 2 p.m., N.C. Native Plant Society, Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2900 Rocky River Road. Make your backyard bird-friendly with Lisa Tompkins and Jill Palmer with tips and strategies to attract your feathered friends. www.ncwildflower.org, RSVP: ncmpsspchapter@gmail.com.
Seasonal Happenings, Discovering Owls: Jan. 10, 3-4:15 p.m., McDowell Nature Preserve, 15222 York Road. Discover what makes these nocturnal hunters so fascinating, mysterious and charismatic. Program includes a 1-mile hike on uneven terrain. Dress in layers and wear comfortable hiking shoes. Free. All ages. Register at www.parkandrec.com (eParks link) or 704-588-5224.
Introductory Beekeeping School: Jan 19.-March 15, 7-9 p.m., Mecklenburg County Beekeepers Association, Providence Baptist Church, 4921 Randolph Road. Learn practical elements to start beekeeping. MeckBees provides nine classes on beginner topics and matches each student with a mentor for hands-on experience. Cost: $80, advance register at www.meckbees.org.
Send regional garden and nature calendar listings to: mecklenburgemg@gmail.com. Mecklenburg Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
This story was originally published January 5, 2016 at 3:10 PM with the headline "From the bulbs to the bees: Nature events in Charlotte Jan. 10 and onward."