Events

You're invited to join our chapter's inaugural Book Club meeting and book discussion!  

Please join Wild Ones Greater Richmond Virginia Chapter Book Club on February 27 to discuss our first book: Wildscape: Trilling Chipmunks, Beckoning Blooms, Salty Butterflies, and other Sensory Wonders of Nature, by Nancy Lawson (the "Humane Gardener.") 

Book Club meetings are open both to members and to members of the public. To sign up for the meeting, simply “RSVP” by sending a message to the chapter gmail ([email protected]), “Attention Janit.” The chapter will send you the Zoom link and discussion questions by return email. 

Happy reading!

Incorporating native plants into our urban and suburban landscapes is a beautiful way to support wildlife. And growing native plants from seed can allow home gardeners to access a wider palette of native plants affordably! 

In this followup to 2024's "Establishing Native Plants from Seeds," USDA Private Lands Biologist Bob Glennon will hone in on what's important for people with smaller urban and suburban landscapes to know about growing native plants from seed.

Join Lauren Taylor, executive director of the Blue Ridge PRISM, for an informative evening about invasive plants that is tailored to homeowners. Many of us are aware of the ecological harm that is done by invasive plants--but it can be hard for us to feel confident about recognizing them, setting priorities about which species to tackle first, or understanding how to safely and effectively remove and dispose of them.  

In this program, Ms. Taylor will walk us through the importance of protecting tree canopy and discuss which invasive plants are considered “five-alarm fire” species here in Central Virginia. We'll also learn about resources and tools we can turn to for accurate information and guidance as we grapple with invasive plant species on our own properties.  

Tickets for this event are free but registration will be required. 
The link to register will open very soon!

Public gardens hold tremendous power to influence landscaping norms and inspire change. By showcasing the beauty, functionality, and ecological value of native plants, these spaces help foster biodiversity, advocate for sustainable practices, and engage communities in environmental stewardship. 

This webinar will explore how public and demonstration gardens serve as powerful tools for native plant advocacy. Attendees will learn how gardens move beyond aesthetics to spark action—turning appreciation into engagement and inspiring participants to replicate these practices in their own communities.

We will hear insights from Nicole Machuca, Environmental Social Scientist at the Field Museum, on how public gardens influence behaviors, foster stewardship, and connect people to conservation efforts through research and community engagement. The Wild Ones Capital Region NY and the Wild Ones San Diego (CA) Chapters will share their experiences building native plant demonstration gardens and how these spaces drive community engagement, education, and advocacy. And We'll finish with a conversation exploring how public gardens create a lasting impact beyond planting day moderated by Kelly Kapuzzi, Demonstration Garden Char with the Wild Ones Hocking Hills (OH) Chapter.

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon! 

Details coming soon!