ST. JOSEPH, MICHIGAN
Michigan Garden Clubs, District III,
Chapter 114
National Garden Clubs, Central Region
Calendar
If you are not a member and wish to attend a meeting, and it's at a public place, please just come. If it's not at a public place, please email via the Contact Us above for further information. We welcome guests at most meetings.
Wednesday, March 20
Business Meeting 12:30 p.m.
Speaker 1:00 p.m.
Art in the Garden
Here's an opportunity to add a little art to your garden. We'll get an overview of Waterstreet Glassworks history, programs and classes. There will be a glassblowing demonstration with the resulting art available for purchase. A 90 minute glass fusing class to create a garden marker is available at the end of the demo for up to 10 people for a fee of $40 per person.
Location:
Water Street Glassworks
140 Water St
Benton Harbor, MI
Wednesday, April 24
Business Meeting 12:30 p.m.
Speaker 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Studebaker Clubhouse at Bendix Woods County Park
5690 Timothy Road, New Carlisle, IN
Colors of Spring: Bluebirds & Trilliums
Presented by Michaele Klingerman, Park Interpreter
We will gather at the historic Studebaker Clubhouse where Michaele will share information about the fascinating life of bluebirds. Following the lecture we will transition to the woods where Michaele will provide a guided down an easy path through Trilliums other woodland wildflowers.
Wednesday, May 15
Business Meeting 12:30 p.m.
Speaker 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Sue Bailey's Home
Guests: please contact for location
Keystone Species to the Rescue
Heather Catania, a member of the Wild Ones organization and MGC, will educate us on the importance of planting native "keystone" species in our gardens. Sue Bailey, as Homegrown National Park MGC Resource, is hosting as her property is an example of both keystone plants and her ongoing journey to remove invasive plants and increase native plantings. Heather will use the garden to illustrate how to improve our support of nature!
Saturday, May 18
10:00 - 12:00 Noon
Drop offs:
Friday, May 19
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
or
Saturday, May 20
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Location:
Catholic Community Center
Parking Lot
631 Pearl
Benton Harbor, MI
Plant It Forward
Each year since 2000, IHCG has sponsored the Plant It Forward plant give-away, helping to beautify the community by giving plants to local gardeners. Members of Shoreline, Four Flags, and Highcliffe Terrace garden clubs join IHGC in providing plants to share
(many dug from our gardens, others purchased) along with gardening advice and encouragement to more than a hundred gardeners in the community.
All members should plan to donate money (in advance) and / or plants and / or work this event .
Label each donated plant with it's common name and whether it prefers growing in sun or shade. Additional descriptions appreciated also!
Wear your IHGC apron if available, sun hat, and wear comfortable shoes!
Wednesday, June 19
Business Meeting 12:30 p.m.
Speaker 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Garden Crossings
4902 96th Avenue
Zeeland, MI 49464
Garden Crossings
Be sure to enjoy our visit to beautiful Garden Crossings in Zealand, Michigan. Meet plant aficionado Heidi Grossman and the other enthusiastic experts who manage the stunning gardens and greenhouses that make this visit a cultivator's must-see opportunity.
Wednesday, July 17
Business Meeting 12:30 p.m.
Speaker 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Hickory Creek Farm
5291 Saint Joseph Avenue
Stevensville, MI
Lavender: The Essence of Purple
Come walk among the rows of more than 3,000 Lavender plants at the Hickory Creek Lavender Farm. We will learn about the 11 different plant varieties on this family farm located in Stevensville. You will be inspired to take advantage of the microclimate of Southwest Michigan to grow Lavender. Hickory Creek makes lavender products such as hand lotion, natural insect repellent and much more which will be available for purchase.
Wednesday, August 21
Business Meeting 12:30 p.m.
Speaker 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Blue Horizons Nursery and Gardens
09721 59th Street
Grand Junction, MI 49056
Native Wetlands, Witches Brooms, Dwarf Conifers and More
Blue Horizon Nursery and Gardens, established in 2003, is nestled on 70 acres with 10 acres of native wetlands. Bill and Paul, the nursery founders, are collectors of plants with extraordinary characteristics, specializing in rare plants and unusual conifers. We will enjoy a guided walking tour through two acres of display gardens showcasing plant specimens as Bill and Paul share information about witches brooms, cultivars and more.
Wednesday, September 18
Business Meeting 12:30 p.m.
Speaker 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Mick Klug Farm
5795 Scottdale Rd.
St. Joseph, MI
Tryon School
912 E. John Beers Rd.
St. Joseph, MI
School House Harvest Luncheon
Generations of the Mick Klug family have been providing sustainable farming in the area for years and this is your opportunity to learn all about it. Abby Schilling will share the history of Klug farm and explain their approach to sustainable farming. Following Abby's presentation we will gather in the beautifully renovated Tryon School just down the road for a delightful luncheon showcasing fruit, salads, breads, deserts and flowers harvested from our own gardens and local farm stands.
Wednesday, October 16
Business Meeting 12:30 p.m.
Speaker 1:00 p.m.
Location:
Tricia Scott's Home
Guests: please contact for location.
Growing Dahlias
Meet Danielle Granholm, founder of Rising Kites, a registered 501(3)(c) non-profit organization that provides encouragement and resources to the Down Syndrome community. Growing flowers in her backyard to sell and giving flower workshops has been a means of fundraising for "Rising Kites". Danielle will give us a tutorial on dahlia care and demonstrate a flower arrangement.
Bring a chair!
Don't forget to pay 2025 dues of $25.00
(A $10 late fee assessed after 12/31)
Wednesday, November 20
Annual Business Meeting 12:30 p.m.
Speaker 1:15 p.m.
Viniculture at Lake Michigan College
Annual Meeting: Club Planning and Election of 2025 Officers
The election of 2025 officers and completion of our annual survey for 2025 will be followed by a lecture on viticulture.
Don't forget to pay 2025 dues of $25.00
(A $10 late fee assessed after 12/31)
Location:
Lake Michigan College
400 Klock Rd.
Benton Harbor, MI
Wednesday, December 11
11:00 a.m.
Event is closed to Guests!
Location:
Krasl Art Center
707 Lake Blvd.
St. Joseph, MI
Holiday Brunch
The Indian Hills Garden Club Program Committee organizes our Holiday Brunch. We all look forward to a tasty lunch, catching up with each other, and enjoying the holiday spirit!
Don't forget to pay 2025 dues of $25.00
(A $10 late fee assessed after 12/31)