Events are free unless noted. Please email calendar submissions at least three weeks in advance to events@oregonian.com.ONGOING78th Street Heritage Farm Tours: Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program for a guided tour of the 79-acre farm. Upcoming tours include morning, afternoon and evening times in August. Register at extension.wsu.edu/clark/2023/06/78th-street-heritage-farm-walking-tours, email erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu or call 564-397-5738; 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver.Behind the Shoji Summer Marketplace: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Monday through Sept. 4. Peruse Portland Japanese Garden’s annual show and sale of Japanese and Japanese-inspired wares including textiles, prints, ceramics, home decor and more. Included with $21.95 garden admission; Portland Japanese Garden, 611 S.W. Kingston Ave.; japanesegarden.org.East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District free webinars: Discover how to care for land in ways that benefit peoplewater and wildlife. From stormwater solutions to biochar to water conservation, these workshops aim to help you save time, money and energy. Register at emswcd.org/workshops-and-events/upcoming-workshops.What’s New Garden Tour: 10:30-11:30 a.m. second Thursday of the month. Learn about the Leach Botanical Garden’s history, new additions, heritage trees, seasonal plants, habitat restoration and more. $5; Leach Botanical Garden, 6704 S.E. 122nd Ave.; leachgarden.org.The Art of Bonsai: 1-3 p.m. third Thursdays and Saturdays of the month. Learn techniques and concepts, and do a different project each month. $35 includes all materials; register at greshamjapanesegarden.org/product/art-of-bonsai.Grow Your Own Produce: The Workshop Series: (online via Zoom) First Wednesday of the month through November. Take part in a series taught by permaculture expert Marisha Auerbach featuring seasonal information about planning, growing, maintaining and harvesting food from your garden. $100 for a five-lss series, or $25 per class; permaculturerising.com or email marisha@fertileground.org; register at eventbrite.com.Ikebana for Every Season: 1-2:30 p.m. second Tuesday of the month; $45. Become knowledgeable about basic concepts, techniques, tools, equipment and care for ikebana. The Resource Center, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.Tualatin Valley Beekeepers Association meetings: 6-8 p.m. last Tuesday of the month; Jessie Mays Community Hall, 30975 N.W. Hillcrest St., North Plains or online via Zoom; tvbabees.org or email tualatinvalleybeekeepers@gmail.com.Portland Dahlia Society monthly meeting: 7 p.m. second Tuesday of the month February through November. Take part in a discussion of seasonal topics. Oaks Park Dance Pavilion, 7805 S.E. Oaks Park Way; portlanddahlia.com.Oregon Fuchsia Society monthly meeting: 7 p.m. third Tuesday of the month except January, July, November and December. Discuss seasonal topics and learn from guest speakers. Western Seminary, Buermnn Hall, 5511 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd.; oregonfuchsiasociety.com.Greater Portland Iris Society meeting: 7 p.m. first Tuesday of the month in March, April, September, October and November. Enjoy discussions of irises with guest speakers. Ainsworth House, 19130 Lot Whitcomb Drive, Oregon City; greaterportlandirissociety.org.Estacada Garden Club monthly meeting: 1-3 p.m. second Thursday of the month. Estacada Public Library, 825 N.W. Wade St.FRIDAY, AUG. 18Oregon Fuchsia Society annual show: 1-6:30 p.m. Aug. 18, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Aug. 19 and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 20. See the competitions, choose a favorite display of fuchsia and join the society on the spot. Portland Nursery, 5050 S.E. Stark St.; oregonfuchsiasociety.com.SATURDAY, AUG. 19Easier Gardening for Everyone: 10 a.m.-noon. Discover tips and techniques to allow you to maneuver in the garden no matter your limitations. $15 registration at info@naturescaping.org, marlene52ns@gmail.com or 360-737-1160; CASEE Center (Building B, Room 205),1114 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie, Washington.Sip & Plant Wine Bottle Planter Workshop: 10 a.m.-noon. Design, create and learn how to care for your own wine bottle succulent planter. $60; als-gardencenter.com.Intro to Hard Cider and Mead Making: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn to make your own cider or mead and experience an apple press demonstration. $45 registration at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; email director@homeorchardeducationcenter.org or call 503-298-5410 for more information; Home Orchard Education Center, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City.MONDAY, AUG. 21Summer Fruits: Preserving Berries into Jam: 3-6 p.m. Learn how to process fruits from your backyard or local farmstand to create jams to enjoy throughout the winter. $60 includes all produce and supplies; Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St. S.E., Salem; willametteheritage.org.TUESDAY, AUG. 22Summer Pruning Figs for Size Control: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Visit the Home Orchard Education Center Community Orchard for this hands-on wrkshp, where you will learn proper summer pruning techniques for growing fig trees in the Pacific Northwest. $35 registration at homeorchardeducationcenter.org; email director@homeorchardeducationcenter.org or call 503-298-5410 for more information; Home Orchard Education Center, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City.Starry Night at the Farm: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Explore stars, planets and other celestial objects through telescopes and learn about some of the creatures who make their living in the dark. Free registration at eventbrite.com; 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver; email erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu or call 564-397-5738; rosecityastronomers.net.SATURDAY, AUG. 26Educational Koi Expo: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Take part in a family-friendly educational event for those new to the hobby and those thinking about becoming koi and pond owners. Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.American Dahlia Society National Show: Noon-5 p.m. Aug. 26 and 10 a..-4 pm. Aug. 27. This year’s national show will showcase a number of activities, including optional tours, speakers and the competition itself. Holiday Inn Portland – Columbia Riverfront, 909 N. Hayden Island Drive; portlanddahlia.com, dahlia.org.Orchard Picnic Festival: 4-7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of cider pressing, plant sales, fruit tasting and more. Email director@homeorchardeducationcenter.org or call 503-298-5410 for more information; Home Orchard Education Center, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City; homeorchardeducationcenter.org.SATURDAY, SEPT. 9Catio Tour: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. This annual tour will showcase seven locations including six catio sites, plus a site filled with portable catios for those looking for less permanent or affordable solutions. $20 in-person or $15 online; registration and more information at CatsSafeAtHome.org.Ikebana International Chrysanthemum Show: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 9 and 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sept. 10. Celebrate the chrysanthemum with this two-day exhibition whre artsts from various schools, or styles, will create arrangements featuring chrysanthemums, known as kiku in Japanese. Included with $21.95 garden admission; Portland Japanese Garden, 611 S.W. Kingston Ave.; japanesegarden.org.SUNDAY, SEPT. 10The Nature of Haiku Workshop: 2-4 p.m. Take part in an exploration of haiku poetry with an emphasis on seasonal, nature-focused aspects and enjoy writing exercises and nature walks. $15; Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.MONDAY, SEPT. 11Pickling Vegetables: Exploring Fermenting and Quick Pickles: 3-6 p.m. Sept. 11 and 18. Learn the basic techniques to produce healthful fermented vegetables and take jars of actively fermenting products to tend and enjoy at home. $60 includes all produce and supplies; Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St. S.E., Salem; willametteheritage.org.SATURDAY, OCT. 14Manga: A Brief History & Animation Workshop: Oct. 14 and 15. In this two-day workshop, professional artistBrian Gnzales will expose you to the cultural history of manga and engage you in the physical process of making a traditional cell-based animation. $45; Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.SUNDAY, NOV. 5Gresham Japanese Garden Remodel Open House and Ikebana: 2-4 p.m. Explore the renovated Resource Center and learn about basic concepts, techniques and care for ikebana. Gresham Japanese Garden, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham; GreshamJapaneseGarden.org.– Corey SheldonStay in the loop. Sign up to receive a weekly newsletter and join the conversation at the Homes & Gardens of the Northwest on Facebook
