BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//American Horticultural Society - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ahsgardening.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for American Horticultural Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T173000 DTSTAMP:20260416T161243Z CREATED:20260416T161243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T161243Z UID:10000163-1786636800-1786642200@ahsgardening.org SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture Series: History and Growing of Hops with Rik Marley of The Flying Goose DESCRIPTION:Explore the history of Hop cultivation and how it shaped agriculture\, medicine\, and beer culture for centuries. Learn the many traditional and unexpected uses of hops beyond the pint glass. With practical tips for growing your own at home\, choosing the right varieties\, location and harvesting techniques. Then sample brewing’s most essential ingredient with a tasting of different beer with a variety of hops flavor profiles. \nRik Marley has been Head Brewer at The Flying Goose Brewpub for 17 years and worked in the beer industry for 27 years. He has received a Master Brewer’s certification at the American Brewers Guild in Middlebury\, VT and has taught Brewing Science at Colby Sawyer. Rik’s beer has won many awards. \nMeets in the Pavilion. Members: $10\, Non-members: $15. Advance registration is requested but walk-ins are welcome. URL:https://ahsgardening.org/event/gardening-lecture-series-history-and-growing-of-hops-with-rik-marley-of-the-flying-goose/ LOCATION:John Hay Estate at The Fells\, 456 Route 103A\, Newbury\, New Hampshire\, 03216\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture/Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T150705Z CREATED:20260414T150705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T150705Z UID:10000162-1784196000-1784199600@ahsgardening.org SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture Series: Bees & Blooms: Discover the Secret Life of Pollinators with Alchemy Apiary DESCRIPTION:Join local beekeepers Denise Wilde\, Marla Miller and Patrice Fredette for a hands-on\, family-friendly class celebrating the vital role bees and blooming plants play in our ecosystem. Learn how pollination works\, see bees up close in an observation hive\, and pick up simple tips to attract and protect pollinators at home. If you’re interested in becoming a beekeeping yourself\, we will also have information for you on how to get started. Perfect for curious kids and adults—leave inspired and ready to help your backyard buzz. \nMeets on the Veranda. Members: $10\, Non-members: $15. Advance registration is requested but walk-ins are welcome. URL:https://ahsgardening.org/event/gardening-lecture-series-bees-blooms-discover-the-secret-life-of-pollinators-with-alchemy-apiary/ LOCATION:John Hay Estate at The Fells\, 456 Route 103A\, Newbury\, New Hampshire\, 03216\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture/Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T150611Z CREATED:20260414T150611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T150611Z UID:10000161-1782399600-1782403200@ahsgardening.org SUMMARY:The Hay Family Landscape Legacy: Incidental Interactions of Man and Nature - A Presentation by Lucinda Brockway DESCRIPTION:Join landscape historian Lucinda (Cindy) Brockway as we explore the legacy of the Fells gardens and grounds in the context of their times. In the shadow of Mount Sunapee\, the Hay family created their own interpretation of the Rustic and the Refined in the rocky pastures and woodlands of former farmland. Here\, nature and culture mixed a unique recipe of rare plants and native species within a framework of the Colonial Revival. In this journey we will witness together the unfolding of this very special genius of place. \nLucinda Brockway is an award-winning expert in landscape preservation\, planning\, and design with thirty-eight years of experience. She has served as a team member with archaeologists\, preservation architects and planners across the country protecting and preserving cultural landscapes and helping non-profits envision innovative new directions for visitor engagement\, programming\, and interpretation. Past projects include Fort Ticonderoga (New York)\, Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (Tennessee)\, Newport’s Bellevue Avenue estates (private and public)\, The Glass House (New Canaan CT) and Villa Finale (San Antonio TX). Ms. Brockway’s projects have been the recipient of thirteen awards including recognition by the Garden Club of America\, the Federated Garden Clubs of Maine\, the Preservation League of New York State\, the State of New Jersey\, and the Massachusetts Historic Commission. \nMs. Brockway is a past member of the Board of Governors for the Decorative Arts Trust where her role included leading two international study tours to Great Britain. A popular speaker and facilitator\, she is currently an instructor for the National Preservation Institute. She is the author of two books and seventeen published articles\, and a contributor to the recent publication\, Reimagining Historic House Museums (2019). Her work has been featured in Old House Journal\, Colonial Homes\, Nineteenth Century\, and Accent as well as innumerable professional and trade publications. For several years she has served as an expert consultant for USA Today’s 10 Best Public Gardens competitions. \nMeets in the Pavilion. Members: $10\, Non-members: $15. Advance registration is requested but walk-ins are welcome. URL:https://ahsgardening.org/event/the-hay-family-landscape-legacy-incidental-interactions-of-man-and-nature-a-presentation-by-lucinda-brockway/ LOCATION:John Hay Estate at The Fells\, 456 Route 103A\, Newbury\, New Hampshire\, 03216\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture/Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T150434Z CREATED:20260414T150434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T150434Z UID:10000160-1781193600-1781197200@ahsgardening.org SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture Series: What Your Weeds Are Trying to Tell You with Emma Erler DESCRIPTION:Like any other cultivated garden plant\, weeds have preferred growing conditions\, some of which are better for certain species than others. Although some weeds will grow across several different soil and light conditions\, if you look at the overall species composition\, you can gain a pretty good understanding of the growing environment in a lawn or garden. Join Emma Erler\, Lead Horticulturist at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center\, to learn about weeds\, know more about your garden soil\, understand the amendments to add\, and how to select which plants to grow. \nEmma Erler received a B.S. in Environmental Horticulture and a Med in Educational Studies from the University of New Hampshire. Her expertise is in ecological landscaping and native plants\, and she loves providing education on topics such as gardening for wildlife and beneficial insects. Emma’s past professional experience includes being a horticultural field specialist for UNH Extension\, and horticulturist positions at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill and Heritage Museums and Gardens\, both in Massachusetts. She is also co-host of the NHPR program “Homegrown NH”. \nMeets in the Pavilion. Members: $10\, Non-members $15. Advance registration is requested but walk-ins are welcome. URL:https://ahsgardening.org/event/gardening-lecture-series-what-your-weeds-are-trying-to-tell-you-with-emma-erler/ LOCATION:John Hay Estate at The Fells\, 456 Route 103A\, Newbury\, New Hampshire\, 03216\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture/Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T150412Z CREATED:20260414T150412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T150412Z UID:10000159-1779530400-1779534000@ahsgardening.org SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture Series: Sustainable Lawncare - Practical Organic Methods for Homeowners DESCRIPTION:Learn practical\, do-it-yourself approaches to organic lawncare that help homeowners build healthier\, more sustainable lawns. Topics will include how and why to conduct soil testing\, how to interpret basic results\, simple practices such as proper mowing\, compost use\, overseeding\, and natural fertilization methods that support long-term turf health. The lecture will also explore the importance of soil health\, and soil structure and how these factors contribute to creating a more resilient\, low-input lawn and soil system. \nMeets in the Pavilion. Members: $10\, Non-members $15. Advance registration is requested but walk-ins are welcome. URL:https://ahsgardening.org/event/gardening-lecture-series-sustainable-lawncare-practical-organic-methods-for-homeowners/ LOCATION:John Hay Estate at The Fells\, 456 Route 103A\, Newbury\, New Hampshire\, 03216\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture/Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ahsgardening.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/5.23.26-Gardening-Lecture-Series-Sustainable-Lawncare-Practical-Organic-Methods-for-Homeowners-e1776179045398.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T143000 DTSTAMP:20260414T150946Z CREATED:20260414T150946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T150946Z UID:10000165-1777122000-1777127400@ahsgardening.org SUMMARY:Frogs\, Eggs & Muddy Boots! A Vernal Pool Adventure Walk Co-Sponsored by the Lake Sunapee Protective Association (LSPA) DESCRIPTION:Can you hear the chorus? Spring is here\, and the woods are buzzing with life! Frogs are calling\, salamanders are on the move\, and vernal pools are bursting with springtime magic. Grab your mucky boots\, bring the whole family\, and join us for a fun and fascinating exploration of a New Hampshire vernal pool. We’ll search for jelly-like egg masses\, listen for frog songs\, and maybe even spot some of these amazing amphibians up close. Perfect for curious kids and grown-ups alike—this hands-on adventure is a wonderful way to welcome spring together. Lake Sunapee Protective Association staff will lead this adventure. \nPlease wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the weather and wet walking. Meets on the Veranda of the Main House. Members: free\, Non-members: included with regular admission. Please register in advance through the LSPA website. URL:https://ahsgardening.org/event/frogs-eggs-muddy-boots-a-vernal-pool-adventure-walk-co-sponsored-by-the-lake-sunapee-protective-association-lspa/ LOCATION:John Hay Estate at The Fells\, 456 Route 103A\, Newbury\, New Hampshire\, 03216\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T180000 DTSTAMP:20260414T150241Z CREATED:20260414T150241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T150241Z UID:10000158-1776355200-1776362400@ahsgardening.org SUMMARY:Gardening Lecture Series: Planning Your Summer Cut Flower Garden with Spring Ledge Farm DESCRIPTION:Spring Ledge Farm’s Allison Doboroski will give tips and talk about favorite cut flower varieties\, planning a garden plot and answer those perennial questions about cut flower growing at home. Plan your cut flower garden to give you blooms for the whole summer long! Meets in the Gatehouse. Members: FREE\, Non-members $15. Advance registration is requested but walk-ins are welcome. URL:https://ahsgardening.org/event/gardening-lecture-series-planning-your-summer-cut-flower-garden-with-spring-ledge-farm/ LOCATION:John Hay Estate at The Fells\, 456 Route 103A\, Newbury\, New Hampshire\, 03216\, United States CATEGORIES:Lecture/Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ahsgardening.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Gardening-Lecture-Series-Planning-Your-Summer-Cut-Flower-Garden-with-Spring-Ledge-Farm-4.16.26-e1776178951512.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR