Members Only Events
We continue to offer meetings and speakers presenting on a variety of topics. We're starting off the year with virtual events in 2024 and will offer in-person activities April and beyond. Our goal is to keep everyone safe, yet engaged!
2024 In-person meetings will be at St. Volodymyr Church Hall
15 Church Lane, Thornhill
2024 Meeting Dates & Speakers' Programme - Coming Soon
Mark Your Calendars and get ready to see fellow members at the Hall for in-person events!
OUR 2024 SPEAKER EVENTS: Via Zoom and In Person (*)!
Feb. 21 Sharona Goren "Let's Design"
March 20 Julia Dimakos "How to Maximize Your Harvest Through Succession Planting"
IN Person at St. Volodymyr Church Hall 7:30 p.m., except Workshops at 7:00 p.m.
April 17* Sean James "B4 Gardening: Beautiful Blooms for Birds and Bees"
May 15* Harold Hutner "Garden Photography"
June 19* Ian McCallum "All About House Plants"
July 17* Molly Shannon "Floral Workshop & Members' Social"
August No Meeting
Sept. 18* Heinke Thiessen "Fall Perennials"
Oct. 16* Helen Battersby "Gardening in the Shade"
Nov. 20* Lana Peck "Floral Workshop and Members' Year End Celebration"
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If you're just getting to know our group, come join one of our events. 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:
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All Speakers' Presentations
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Seasonal Newsletters
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Spring and Fall Plant Sales
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Discounts with Garden Centre Partners
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Our exclusive Member Celebration Events like Appreciation Tea and Year End Gathering!
Workshops - July 17 & Nov. 20, 2024
This year we will have 2 member workshops. Participant fees will apply.
Details to come on required registration and payment in advance.
Community Beautification through Civic Improvements:
Volunteers Welcome!
Volunteers always welcome at 4 locations!
Email thornhillhort@live.com to participate.
Spring and Fall Plant & Rummage Sales - May 11 & September 7, 2024
These important fundraisers need members to make them happen! Sign up to help organize, and run our two annual plant sales.
Annual Garden Tour
July 13, 2024
Purchase your tickets to participate in this tour of beautiful Thornhill gardens. This event is open to the public so consider bringing your family and friends!
Membership Tea-August 2024
This is an exclusive members only event! We are resuming this premier event for our members. Want to join us? It's not too late to purchase a membership and be a part of the fun!
Thornhill Terry Fox Run - September 15, 2024
In 2023 our team participated in this annual event that raises funds and awareness for Cancer cures, treatments and support. Join our team in 2024!
Members' Year End Celebration - November 20, 2024:
Members will enjoy our year-end celebration. Some may choose to participate in the floral workshop.
Poppy Ceremony in 2024
November 11 at 11:00 a.m.
We'll hold an in-person event at the SW corner of Bayview and John. We also 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.
TGHS Lending Library
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.