Coastal Gardeners Programs
The highlight of our garden club meeting is a program or workshop led by a local expert.
FEBRUARY 16, 2026
Our speaker for February is Felipe Martin of All Caps Farm, who will introduce us to the fascinating world of mushrooms and the many roles they play in our environment and food systems. Felipe will share the story behind his farm and his mission to produce gourmet-quality mushrooms while helping to build healthier, more sustainable communities.
His presentation will highlight exciting projects currently underway, including myco-remediation—the remarkable process by which mushrooms can break down pollutants such as microplastics and harmful oils. More than just a delicious and sustainable food, mushrooms are powerful environmental partners, and his presentation will offer a wonderful introduction to the many faces—and possibilities—of fungi
MARCH 16, 2026
This month's speaker is Deb Kleiner. She is a member of Coastal Gardeners and will be conducting a hands on demonstration and workshop for sowing perennial seeds. Potting soil, milk jugs and seeds will be provided. Bring your gloves, shovels and wear old clothes! A coat is suggested as all planting will be done outside the clubhouse.
PAST PROGRAMS:
JUNE 16, 2025
Salted Vines - Pot Luck Dinner and Monthly Meeting, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
MAY 19, 2025
Scott Freedman - "Using Amendments to Create a Garden that Needs Less Water"
APRIL 21, 2025
Onsite container gardening at Inland Bays Garden Center or East Coast Garden Center
MARCH 17, 2025
Lisa Swanger, Director of Outreach and Education, Delaware Center for Inland Bays
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
Watercolor Bookmark Painting Party - Session 2, hosted by Michele Crane, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
BYOB, Coffee and cake will be served. $1.00 for materials.
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Pot Luck Get Together hosted by Chris Coppa, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Gregg Tepper, Senior Horticulturist at the Arboretum at Laurel Hill
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Watercolor Bookmark Painting Party - Session 1, hosted by Michele Crane, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
BYOB, Coffee and cake will be served. $1.00 for materials.
JANUARY 20, 2025
Linda Peters, Master Gardener, will present a workshop on gardening using kitchen scraps..
DECEMBER 2024
Longwood Gardens Tour and Lunch
Led by: Mary Branigan
NOVEMBER 2024
Holiday Wreath Making
DFGC Basket
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Delaware Botanic Gardens Tour
Led by: Mary Branagan
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
Educational Lecture: Backyard Birding in Southern Delaware
Led by: Mary Branigan
Educational Lecture: Bulb Exchange and Education
Led by: Michele Crane
JUNE 17, 2024
Bay Forest Herb Garden Tour and Happy Hour
Led by: Bebe Reines
MAY 20, 2024
Educational Lecture: A Beekeepers Story
Led by: Linda Hendrickson
APRIL 15, 2024
Hands On Project
CG members will be doing a decoupage project using clam and oyster shells. The shells will be prepped and ready to go for application of images from napkins, tissue paper, or thin art papers. Members may bring their own choices of images and a variety of paper products will be provided with floral and beach themes.
MARCH 18, 2024
Program Updates: Mary Branagan will review dates and information for upcoming club programs, all of which is on our club website.
Website Updates: Jenn Martin and Sandy Fitt will review our website capabilities and newly added functions. Co-chairs and members of committees were confirmed, and the online calendar was adjusted accordingly
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
This will be an Executive Board and Committee Chair Meeting only.
JANUARY 29, 2024 (postponed from January 15)
Speaker: Chantal Bouchard
Chantal will examine the ecological importance of using native plants in our landscaping and gardening. She will take a look at some species that thrive at the beach including ones to attract pollinators and plants that are beneficial to wildlife. Attendees will learn which plants are invasive, how they negatively impact the environment, and be educated on some native alternatives.