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Events Archive: 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | Upcoming Events

January 2024

Jan
15

Wild Ones Greater Richmond VA - Board Meeting - Annual Planning Meeting (Confirmed) Members Only

Monday, January 15th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Limited Access Recording Chapter Board Meeting

At this meeting the Board will establish/adjust the planned schedule of meetings and events for the upcoming year. 

Jan
25

"Cultivating Change" with Lorraine Johnson

Hosted by Wild Ones National
Thursday, January 25th, 2024
to (Central Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Will be Recorded Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Explore how native gardening can address climate challenges in our next Wild Ones national webinar, “Cultivating Change” with author and activist Lorraine Johnson. Johnson has been researching and writing about environmental issues for three decades. Learn about the pivotal role of gardening as an act of stewardship in the face of climate and ecological challenges. Discover the profound connections between individual gardens and the broader world and learn how these green spaces can serve as catalysts for positive ecological and social change.  Join Wild Ones for a practical and insightful discussion on gardening's positive impact on the environment and our future. 

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February 2024

Feb
19

Zoom Presentation - Preparation and Planning for Spring Planting (Date Confirmed; Topic, Presenter TBD)(In Planning)

Monday, February 19th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Theme: Preparation and Planning for Spring Planting (final topic/presenter TBD). 

Members of the public who would like to attend a Zoom presentation are encouraged to request a meeting invitation/link by contacting the Chapter at [email protected].

With prior permission from the presenter, the presentation may be recorded for distribution to registered attendees or later posting online. 

March 2024

Mar
18

Zoom Presentation (Date Confirmed; Topic, Presenter TBD)

Monday, March 18th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Program/Speaker Presentation

Details to come. 

With prior permission from the speaker(s), Zoom presentations may be recorded for distribution to registered attendees or for later posting online. 

Members of the public who wish to attend a Zoom presentation are encouraged to request a meeting invitation/link by contacting the Chapter at [email protected].

April 2024

Apr
15

Wild Ones Greater Richmond Virginia - Board Meeting (Confirmed) Members Only

Monday, April 15th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Limited Access Recording Chapter Board Meeting

Each year, the Board will meet in January, April, July, and October, to oversee planning and execution of chapter activities and events. The January meeting will primarily address updating planning and scheduling of events for the coming year. At the October Board meeting, which follows the September elections, the outgoing Board will meet with/orient the incoming Board. At the April and July meetings the Board will make any adjustments needed and consider new activities/events that can be worked into the schedule. When necessary, additional Board meetings may be organized by the Chapter Officers. 

May 2024

May
20

Zoom Presentation (Date Confirmed; Topic, Presenter TBD)

Monday, May 20th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Public Welcome Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation

Presentation topic and presenter TBD. 

Members of the public who would like to attend this Zoom presentation are encouraged to contact the Chapter at [email protected] to request a meeting invitation/link.

With prior permission from the speaker(s), presentations may be recorded for distribution to registered attendees or later posting online. 

June 2024

Jun
17

Zoom Presentation (Date Confirmed; Topic, Presenter TBD) Members Only

Monday, June 17th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Program/Speaker Presentation

Chapter Meeting with presentation, topic TBD. 

Members of the public who would like to attend this presentation are encouraged to request a meeting invitation/link by contacting the Chapter at [email protected].

With prior permission from the speaker(s), presentations may be recorded for distribution to registered attendees or later posting online. 

July 2024

Jul
15

Wild Ones Greater Richmond Virginia - Board Meeting (Confirmed) Members Only

Monday, July 15th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Free Event Chapter Board Meeting

Quarterly Board Meeting at which the Board reviews and adjusts plans that were approved for the year in January. Members are always welcome to attend Chapter Board meetings.  

August 2024

Aug
19

Chapter Meeting (Date Confirmed; Topic, Presenter TBD) Members Only

Monday, August 19th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Limited Access Recording Free Event Chapter Meeting Program/Speaker Presentation

Chapter Meeting with possible presentation (speaker, topic TBD). This Chapter Meeting will include administrative business (e.g., nominations in advance of the elections that will take place in September), but may also include a topical presentation or discussion.

With prior permission from speaker(s), presentations may be recorded for later dissemination to registrants and/or posting online.  

This meeting will be for members only.

September 2024

Sep
16

Annual Chapter Meeting (Confirmed) Members Only

Monday, September 16th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Limited Access Recording Free Event Chapter Meeting

This is the formal Annual Chapter Meeting at which elections will be held for officer positions for the coming year. The first election is planned for September 16, 2024. Nominations/candidate information will be developed and distributed to members in advance of this meeting in accordance with the Chapter By-Laws. Access to a recording of the Annual Chapter Meeting will be available to members. 

October 2024

Oct
21

Post-Election Board Meeting (Confirmed) Members Only

Monday, October 21st, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Limited Access Recording Chapter Board Meeting

Quarterly Chapter Board Meeting. At this meeting the outgoing Board provides an orientation to new Board members and officially transfers planning duties to the newly elected Board, which will have its first scheduled meeting in January. The outgoing officers remain responsible for completing the SOTC reports for the year in which they held office. Members are always welcome to attend Chapter Board meetings. 

November 2024

Nov
18

Zoom Presentation (Date Confirmed; Topic, Presenter TBD) Members Only

Monday, November 18th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Program/Speaker Presentation

The presenter and topic for this meeting is TBD.

Members of the public who would like to attend this presentation are encouraged to request a meeting invitation/link by contacting the Chapter at [email protected]

With prior permission from the speaker(s), presentations may be recorded for distribution to registered attendees or later posting online. 

December 2024

Dec
16

Social Chapter Meeting - Winter Celebration (Confirmed) Members Only

Monday, December 16th, 2024
to (Eastern Time)
Online/Virtual

Members Only Free Event Chapter Social

This is a purely social gathering for Chapter members to celebrate their native plant gardening efforts for the year. Members are encouraged to share stories and photos of their favorite events (and plants) across the year.