BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Atlantic Rhododendron & Horticultural Society - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Atlantic Rhododendron & Horticultural Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Atlantic Rhododendron & Horticultural Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20220313T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20221106T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20230312T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20231105T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20240310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20241103T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20250309T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20251102T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20260308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20261101T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20270314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20271107T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260504T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260504T170000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20260504T121636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T121648Z UID:3072-1777881600-1777914000@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:May 5\, 2026 Jarvis Lecture DESCRIPTION: URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/may-5-2026-jarvis-lecture/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260407T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260407T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20260315T161023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T125927Z UID:3024-1775590200-1775595600@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:Presentation on Plants for Members Sale DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 5\, 2026 \n7:30 pm at NS Museum of Natural History Auditorium and by Zoom \nCome and learn about  the plants being offered this year in the ARHS members only plant sale.  Four local propagators of Rhododendrons and companion plants are providing a chance to obtain locally grown nursery stock.   Plant lists and pictures have been circulated to members with the details for ordering and pick-up. If you have not received the lists please contact atlanticrhodo@gmail.com.  This  is an  opportunity to find out about the plants  and how to care for them. \nPropagators:  Bob Osborne\,   Corn Hill Nursery; Ken Shannik\, Insigne Plants;  Jack Looye\,  Rhodoland; and Jamie Ellison. \nSeed Exchange & Plant Sales URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/members-plant-sale/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20251231T184324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T003349Z UID:2991-1772566200-1772571600@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS March 2026 Presentation: "The Smallest Rhododendrons"\, Mike Stewart\, ARS Portland Oregon Chapter DESCRIPTION:From his extensive experience growing smaller Rhododendrons\, Mike shows the habitat that many of the smaller Rhodos are found in China\, how  to duplicate these conditions in a nursery and techniques for propagation  of the smaller Rhodos.  As many of these plants are from  cooler\, higher altitudes\, our relatively cool  summer temperatures in Atlantic  Canada lets us grow a wide selection of these plants. \nMike Stewart owned Dover Nursery\, an  important Rhododendron  Nursery near Portland OR.   A former President of  both the American Rhododendron  Society and the Rhododendron Species Foundation\,  Mike is involved with the renovations and renewal of Van Veen  Nursery. \nDwarf Rhododendrons 2017 info \nDwarf Rhododendrons definations URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-march-2026-presentation-the-smallest-rhododendrons-mike-stewart-ars-portland-oregon-chapter/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260203T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260203T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20251208T010117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T183906Z UID:2975-1770147000-1770152400@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS February Presentation 2026: Gravel Garden at Chanticleer\, Lisa Roper\, Senior Horticulturalist DESCRIPTION:For the past thirteen years\, Lisa Roper has managed the Gravel Garden at the renowned public garden Chanticleer in Wayne\, Pennsylvania. A gently sloping site planted with a mix of fine textured grasses\, gray-leafed Mediterranean plants\, drought tolerant perennials\, annuals grown from seed\, and hardy succulents\, the gravel garden is a stunning and unique landscape. Ms. Roper will discuss how form\, texture\, color\, and rhythm are carefully considered in her design choices. She will introduce some of her favorite plants\, cover planting techniques\, the importance of “editing\,” and the technique of using photography to inform design decisions. \n  \nThe Zoom link will be sent to ARHS members the week before the presentation.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-february-presentation-gravel-garden-at-chanticleer-lisa-roper-senior-horticulturalist/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260106T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260106T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20251201T003019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T175110Z UID:2967-1767727800-1767733200@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS January 2026 Presentation: American Rhododendron Society Spring Convention 2026 DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: January\, February and March presentations will be virtually only!   \nLearn more about the ARS Spring Convention 2026\, April 21-25\, 2026\, Vancouver Island \nPresentation by Linda Derkach\, ARS Spring 2026 Convention Co-chairperson \nVancouver Island has the mildest climate in Canada and some of the most impressive Rhodo gardens.  The meeting will feature a short presentation on some of the gardens which will be featured from April 21-25 for the American Rhododendron Society Spring Convention.   Current plans include two days of garden tours in the Victoria area on April 21-22\, one day touring the Cowichan Valley gardens (April 23) one day of presentations and awards banquet at Qualicum Beach community centre (Friday\, April 24) and the final day visiting rhodo gardens in the central Vancouver Island area. \nJoin us by Zoom.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-january-2026-presentation-american-rhododendron-society-spring-convention-2026/ LOCATION:Zoom Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251202T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251202T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20251013T153450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T003317Z UID:2956-1764703800-1764709200@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS December 2025 Annual Garden Slides and Seasonal Reception DESCRIPTION:Join us to share images from your garden\, a garden that you have visited recently or the Rare and Unusual plant sale or Rhodos which you have grown.  \nWe ask that each member limit their presentation to seven images\, so that all who wish will have an opportunity to present.  We will start with the images of those who attend in person at the NS Museum\, followed by those participating by Zoom.  \nPlease contact Rebecca Lancaster at thelancasters62  ” at ” gmail.com if you are interested in presenting at the museum or virtually.   \nThe presentation is followed by our annual pot-luck seasonal reception.  Please bring finger food to share.  Soft  drinks and fruit juices will be provided. \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo  “at”  gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-annual-garden-slides-and-seasonal-reception/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251104T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20251013T144730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T152556Z UID:2953-1762284600-1762290000@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:AGM and Presentation on “Impact of Climate Change on Horticulture” by Jeff Franklin. DESCRIPTION:Jeff Franklin works at the Kentville Agricultural Research Centre and has a very detailed weather database which shows the changes to temperature and rainfall in the region\,  He has been presenting to horticultural associations on the implications of climate change for horticultural crops in the region.  With the historic drought and heat of 2025\, we welcome him to present and discuss this important topic and the implications for our plants and gardens. \nJeff Franklin works as part of the Plant Physiology team at the Atlantic Food and Horticulture Research Centre in Kentville\, Nova Scotia. Jeff’s work includes studying the impact of climate\, past and future\, on various horticulture crops with an emphasis on wine grapes. As part of this effort\, Jeff has provided analysis of climate data\, from our region to various commodity groups as both a diagnostic and predictor of agricultural output in our growing region. URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/agm-and-presentation-on-impact-of-climate-change-on-horticulture-by-jeff-franklin/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251006T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251006T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20250819T012120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T115619Z UID:2902-1759779000-1759784400@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:Capt. Dick Steele Lecture 2025\, “Meconopsis and other Himalayan Plants” DESCRIPTION:Meconopsis is  one of  the most  striking and rare plants that we can  grow in  Nova Scotia. For the 2025 Dick  Steele  Lecture\, Julia  Corden will  show us  the plants that  she has  seen  in the Himalayas  and  talk about  growing them in our gardens. \n\nJulia Corden is a highly experienced horticultural consultant and botanical/garden tour guide.  She has a strong foundation in horticulture\, having trained at prestigious institutions like RHS Wisley and the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Her experience includes serving as Garden Manager at the Goodwood Estate and for 18 years at The Explorers Garden in Pitlochry\, Scotland. During her time at The Explorers Garden\, she played a key role in its establishment and the creation of a National Collection of Meconopsis.  \n\n\n\n\n\nJulia’s  passion for horticulture extends to botanical exploration. She has led several expeditions to locations such as Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh\, India\, following in the footsteps of renowned plant hunters like George Sherriff and rediscovering plants not seen in the wild for decades. These expeditions have even led to the discovery of new species\, such as Meconopsis ludlowii.  \n\n\nAs a botanical and garden tour guide\, Julia Corden has a wealth of experience\, having led tours to over 25 countries\, including Costa Rica\, Switzerland\, New Zealand\, the Falklands\, and Newfoundland. She has also led tours for organizations like the North American Rock Garden Society (NARGS)\, Alpine Garden Society (AGS) and the Scottish Rock Garden Club (SRGC).  \n\nJulia Corden is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide who shares her passion for plants\, particularly Alpines\, herbaceous\, and unusual varieties. She lectures widely in the UK\, Europe\, Canada\, USA\, and New Zealand. She is also the immediate past President of The Scottish Rock Garden Club. She currently resides in Pulborough\, England. \n\n  URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/capt-dick-steele-lecture-2025-meconopsis-and-other-himalayan-plants/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250902T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250902T180000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20250819T005713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T235523Z UID:2898-1756825200-1756836000@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS at Halifax Public Gardens DESCRIPTION:In June 2025\, the ARHS hosted the  American Rhododendron Society  Convention\, the first spring  ARS Convention  in  eastern  Canada. To commemorate this event the  Public Gardens planted a carpet bed based on the ARS  2025 logo in the south east part of the  gardens near the rhododendron collection.  On Tuesday\, September 2nd come  and view  the carpet bed and hear from Sean Street\, Supervisor of Horticulture  for the  Public Gardens\, on the  design\, planting and maintenance  of the ARS 2025  carpet  bed.   This will be followed by a tour of the  Public  Gardens  and  a chance  to  enjoy the gardens. \nAt 5:00 pm\, the  discussion will continue at the   Auditorium  of  the Nova Scotia  Museum of Natural History on Summer Street\, one block  north of the NW  gate   of the Public Gardens.   Judith Cabrita\,  President of  the Friends of the Public  Gardens  and Jim Sharpe\, President of  the  Atlantic Rhododendron and Horticultural Society will present ideas on how we  can  work together to promote Rhodos  and horticulture in  Atlantic   Canada.   Come and join the  discussion.     This  will  be followed by  a reception with light refreshments to celebrate  the success  of the ARS 2025 Convention from June  5-8. \n3:00 pm  Viewing of  ARS 2025  Carpet Bed (south east corner of the Gardens) and explanation by Sean  Street\, Supervisor  for Public   Gardens\,   on its   design\, planting and maintenance. \n3:30 pm  Tour  of  Public  Gardens \n5:00  pm   NS Museum Auditorium   —  Panel discussion on ARHS and Public Gardens:  Jim Sharpe\, President\,  ARHS; Judith Cabrita\, President\, Friends of the Public Gardens.   Zoom link will be sent to ARHS members. \n6:00 pm   Reception at NS Museum of Natural History Auditorium to celebrate successful ARS 2025 \nPlease register in advance for this event: \nHalifax Public Garden Event Registration URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-at-halifax-public-gardens/ ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250605T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250608T110000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20250118T144939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T145304Z UID:2856-1749124800-1749380400@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:2025 American Rhododendron Society Spring Convention DESCRIPTION:Wolfville\, Nova Scotia\nJoin us in Nova Scotia\, Canada for the American Rhododendron  Society Convention\, “Emerging  Trends for Rhododendrons” in Wolfville\, a town known for its beauty\, food and gardens. \nTake advantage of this exciting opportunity to learn about growing\, breeding and gardening with rhododendrons.  The 2025 American Rhododendron Society Spring Convention will be offering presentations\, plant sale\, garden tours\, and networking opportunities! \nSpeakers include Dr. Hartwig Schepker of the Rhododendron Park and Botanical Garden in Bremen\, Connor Ryan from the Holden Forests and Gardens\,  Joe Bruso President of the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society and Ron Rabideau\, Greater Philadelphia ARS Chapter. \nGarden tours will include the Kentville Research Centre  as well as private gardens. Networking opportunities will include the Breeder’s Roundtable where you can hear about the latest trends in rhodo breeding\, and social events that feature the seafood\, cider and wine from our local producers. \nTo see more of the rhododendron gardens of  Nova Scotia and New Brunswick join us for a five day\, four night pre convention coach tour of the gardens of Halifax and South Western Nova Scotia  and a five day\, four night post convention coach tour of  gardens in New Brunswick and northern Nova Scotia. \nRegistration for ARS2025 will  open before January 20\, 2025. \nIf you any questions about the event\, please send your message to ars2025ns@gmail.com. URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/2025-american-rhododendron-society-spring-convention/ LOCATION:Devour Studios\, 360 Main St\, Wolfville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N 1K6\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250506T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250506T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20250203T193115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T224114Z UID:2871-1746559800-1746565200@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS May Member to Member Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:ARHS MEMBER TO MEMBER SALE 2025 \nThe ARHS Member to Member Sale will take place at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History on Tuesday\, May 6\, 2025 at  7:30 pm. \nWe will be joined by ARHS members: Insigne Gardens\, Arnold Cameron\, Christopher Hopgood and Beatrice Milner who will be selling a variety of plants\, etc. \nFor more information\, please contact Rebecca at thelancasters62 “at” gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-may-member-to-member-plant-sale/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250407T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250407T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20250203T192921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T192921Z UID:2869-1744054200-1744059600@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS April Presentation     Rhododendrons of Cornwall and SW England DESCRIPTION:For March 2025\, the Atlantic Association  of Landscape Designers has organized a tour of the gardens of South West England.  The presentation will feature pictures of some of the gardens and plants  from this tour which includes  eight of the “Great Gardens of Cornwall” and Lionel de Rothschild’s  Exbury Garden. \nNova Scotia Museum of Natural History and Zoom URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-april-presentation-rhododendrons-of-cornwall-and-sw-england/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250304T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250304T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20250203T162719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T150713Z UID:2865-1741116600-1741122000@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS March Presentation Sharon Bryson: Rhododendrons at Willow Garden DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 4\, 7:30 – 9:00 pm \nSharon Bryson lives  at Willow Garden\, Maryvale Road\, Antigonish County\, where she  has an extensive collection of Rhododendrons and Azaleas that she and her  late husband\, Bill Wilgenhof\,   grew from seed. (see https://www.willowgarden.net/).  Sharon  will share  her experience of growing Rhodos  in one of the coldest parts of Nova Scotia. \nPresentation is by Zoom only.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-march-presentation-sharon-bryson-rhododendrons-at-willow-garden/ LOCATION:Via Zoom\, Truro\, Nova Scotia\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250204T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250204T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20241203T183247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T011623Z UID:2831-1738697400-1738702800@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS February Presentation: Paul Manning:  What to do about the Japanese Beetle? DESCRIPTION:This talk will explore: the biology of the Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica)\, factors underpinning its recent success within Atlantic Canada\, and review evidence for non-chemical control options. \nPaul Manning is an Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University. His research explores the importance of insect biodiversity to the health of ecosystems. \nPresentation is by Zoom only.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-february-presentation-paul-manning-what-to-do-about-the-japanese-beetle/ ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250107T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250107T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20241203T182340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T141223Z UID:2824-1736278200-1736283600@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS January Presentation: Freeman Patterson’s Rhododendrons at Shamper’s Bluff\, NB DESCRIPTION:  \n \nBy Zoom only \nSince 2005 internationally renowned landscape photographer Freeman Patterson has planted over 2100 Rhododendrons and Azaleas at his home on Shamper’s Bluff\, Kingston\, New Brunswick. Fifty members from ARHS were able to visit last year on June 10\, during the peak bloom period. Freeman will describe his unique woodland garden and his plans for the future of the garden. \nJoin us by Zoom for our first meeting in January.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-january-presentation-freeman-pattersons-rhododendrons-at-shampers-bluff-nb/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241203T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241203T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20240729T002343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T174147Z UID:2739-1733254200-1733259600@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS December 2024 Presentation: Annual Garden Slides and Seasonal Reception DESCRIPTION:Annual Garden Slides and Seasonal Reception \nTuesday\, December 3\,  7:30 – 9:00 pm \nJoin us to share images from your garden\, a garden that you have visited recently or rare and unusual plants or Rhodos which  you have grown.  \nWe  ask  that each member limit their presentation to seven images\, so that all who wish will have an opportunity to present.  We will start with the images of those who attend in person at the NS Museum\, followed by those participating by Zoom.  Please contact Rebecca Lancaster at thelancasters62@gmail.com if you are interested in presenting at the museum or virtually.   \nThe presentation is followed by our annual pot-luck seasonal reception.  Please  bring finger food to share; soft  drinks and fruit juices provided. \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-december-2024-presentation-annual-garden-slides-and-seasonal-reception/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241105T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241105T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20240729T000951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T235037Z UID:2737-1730835000-1730840400@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS November 2024 Presentation: American Rhododendron Society Spring 2025 Convention in Wolfville\, NS DESCRIPTION:Emerging Trends for Rhododendrons” ARS Convention in Wolfville\, NS \nTuesday\, November 5\,  7:30 –  9:00 pm   \nThe ARHS  is organizing the American Rhododendron Society (ARS) Annual Spring Convention  in Wolfville\, Nova Scotia  from Thursday June 5  to Sunday June 8\, 2025.  Come and hear about the convention program\, the keynote speakers and rhododendron experts who will be coming to  Nova Scotia and the garden tours\, both during the convention  and for before  and after  garden tours.   We will also have information  on  volunteer opportunities for this exciting event. \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com \nANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2024 \nThe Annual General Meeting of the Atlantic Rhododendron Society will take place at 7:30 pm.    \nAgenda \n\nMinutes of November 7\, 2023 AGM\nPresident’s Report\, Jim Sharpe\nFinancial Report\, Prepared by Judy Estey and presented by Jim Sharpe\nElection of Board for 2024-2025\n\nARHS 2024 AGM Agenda and Presidents Report \nARHS 2023-24 Financial statements \nAudit Statement Nov 2024 \nMinutes of the ARHS 2023 AGM URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-november-2024-presentation-american-rhododendron-society-spring-2025-convention-in-wolfville-ns/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241007T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241007T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20240728T234036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T223611Z UID:2735-1728329400-1728334800@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS October 2024 Presentation: The Arts and Crafts Garden  with Dr. Sarah Rutherford DESCRIPTION:The Arts and Crafts Garden with Dr. Sarah Rutherford \nMonday\, October   7\,  7:30 -9:00  pm \nThe Arts and Crafts movement of the late nineteenth and early  twentieth century had significant impact on garden design\, both in England and around the world.  Sarah has published a book on Arts and Crafts Gardens with the Shire Library which explains the origin\, impact and significance for horticultural  practice and garden design. \nDr. Sarah Rutherford is a Kew-trained horticulturalist and garden historian from Oxford England.  She has published the book “Capability Brown and His  Landscape Gardens”  for  the  National  Trust (2016)\, and has written other books on garden history including six other titles for the Shire Library. In her work in compiling conservation plans for historic parks and gardens climate change is always a factor.   She recently completed  a study  for Wakehurst Place\,  site of the Kew Millenium Seed Bank\,  including aspects of impact of climate change on their world-class plant collections. URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-october-2024-presentation-the-arts-and-crafts-garden-with-sarah-rutherford/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20241006T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20241006T163000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20240728T233629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T224718Z UID:2733-1728223200-1728232200@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS October 2024 Presentation: Captain Steele Lecture\, Climate Change and  the Future of Gardening DESCRIPTION:2024  Captain Steele Lecture \nClimate Change and  the Future of Gardening: Richard  Zurawski and Sarah  Rutherford \nSunday\,  October  6\,   2:00  –   4:30 pm  \nJoin us for a  discussion  on the  science of  climate change and the future of gardening.   Richard  Zurawski\, meteorologist and  science writer\, will  review  the science and  impact of climate change on Atlantic Canada and Sarah Rutherford will present her views on the impact of climate change on English Gardens on their world-class plant collections.  The  presentations will be followed by questions\,  discussion and a reception. \nThis fall Dr. Sarah Rutherford\, a Kew-trained horticulturalist and garden historian from Oxford England\, is coming to Nova Scotia for the Steele Lecture.  She has published the book “Capability Brown and His  Landscape Gardens”  for  the  National  Trust (2016)  and  and has written other books on garden history including six other titles for the Shire Library. In her work in compiling conservation plans for historic parks and gardens climate change is always a factor.  She recently completed  a study  for Wakehurst Place\,  site of the Kew Millenium Seed Bank\, including aspects of the impact of climate change on their world-class plant collections. \nRichard Zurawski is a science writer and communicator\, author of four published books\, radio talk show host\, meteorologist\, and former Halifax Regional Municipality Councillor. He has a PhD (ABD)\, M.A. (research) and a B.Sc. (Physics).  Richard was a professor at St Mary’s University\, a science documentary producer\, the member of the shadow cabinet  for the Green Party of Canada (Climate Crisis Critic) and currently a candidate for HRM Council. \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com \n  URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-october-2024-presentation-captain-steele-lecture/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240903T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240903T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20240728T231341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240728T231747Z UID:2728-1725391800-1725397200@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS September 2024 Presentation: Rhododendron 101\, an introduction with Ruth Jackson DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September  3    7:30  – 9:00  pm   \nA rhododendron is a plant for all seasons. It is one of the few broad leaf evergreens adapted to our winter climate and soils. The combination of showy spring flowers and evergreen leaves makes it an asset in garden design. \nRuth Jackson was president of the ARHS for two terms. She finds inspiration for gardening from visiting gardens\, books\, British garden shows and YouTube channels. \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email to current ARHS members.  Membership renewal for 2024-2025 will begin on September 1\, 2024.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-september-2024-presentation-rhododenron-101-an-introduction-with-ruth-jackson/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240402T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240402T203000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20240203T002204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T003513Z UID:2635-1712086200-1712089800@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS April 2024 Presentation: “Naturalization Strategies for Gardeners”\, a panel discussion DESCRIPTION:Chair Jim Sharpe\, Panel Members  Anita Jackson and Nina Newington \nInterested in native  plants\, pollinator gardens and meadow gardens? This panel will present  the experience  of ARHS horticulturalists  with  naturalization strategies  for transforming  gardens to include native plants\,  pollinating insects  and self-sustaining meadows.  Anita Jackson  and  Nina  Newington  are ARHS members  and garden designers who have presented to ARHS before. \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-april-presentation/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240305T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240305T203000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20231203T234511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T000523Z UID:2587-1709667000-1709670600@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS March 2024 Presentation: Namaqualand Superbloom\, Freeman Patterson\, Photographer DESCRIPTION:Namaqualand Superbloom \nA few times each century the  wild flowers of Namaqualand South Africa\, experience a “SuperBloom.”  Our ARHS rhodo gardener and landscape photographer Freeman Patterson received a phone call in June 2023 that it had been a wet winter in Namaqualand and a SuperBloom was immanent.  A few weeks later he was on a plane to photograph this wonderful natural beauty. At our March 5\, 2024  meeting will share some the images from his trip by Zoom.  See \nhttp://freemanpatterson.com/newsletters-SuperBloom-Oct2023.htm and http://freemanpatterson.com/documents/newsletters/FreemanPattersonOct2023.pdf \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-march-2023-presentation-namaqualand-superbloom-freeman-patterson-photographer/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240206T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240206T203000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20231203T233453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T000217Z UID:2585-1707247800-1707251400@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS February 2024 Presentation: Native Azaleas\, Tara Spears\, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens DESCRIPTION:Native Azaleas\, Tara Spears\, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens \nTara Spears is the Curatorial Assistant at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens and works closely with their Nationally Accredited Rhododendron Collections. She is also a graduate student at the University of Pennsylvania where she studies Environmental Science\, and is conducting research with Rhododendron smokianum\, a newly described species of Rhododendron in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. She presented at the American Rhododendron Society and Azalea Society of America National Convention in 2023\, is co-organizer of the Early-Career Rhododendron Research Conference in 2024\, and is co-organizing the Azalea Society of America National Convention in 2025. \nNorth America is home to many native Rhododendron sect. Pentanthera species\, commonly referred to as native azaleas. They are primarily found in the eastern United States\, but can range from Canada to California\, too. This presentation explores the different species\, their ranges\, and popular selections. \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-february-2023-presentation-native-azaleas-tara-spears-jenkins-arboretum-gardens/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240102T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240102T203000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20231203T235244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T001335Z UID:2589-1704223800-1704227400@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS January 2024 Presentation: Interesting Plants\, Roslyn Duffus DESCRIPTION:Roslyn Duffus\,   “Interesting Plants” \nCome  and join us for a presentation by Roslyn Duffus of photos of her most rare and unusual plants.  Roslyn Duffus\, President  of the Nova Scotia Rock Garden Club\,  is a long  time ARHS member. \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-january-2024-presentation-interesting-plants-roslyn-duffus/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231205T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231205T210000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20230821T230638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T231643Z UID:2490-1701804600-1701810000@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS December 2023 Members' Photo Presentations & Winter Social DESCRIPTION:Winter Social & Annual Members Photos\, Gardens\, and Garden Tours\nChoose the six best photos from this year’s blossoms\, your garden or gardens you have visited.  We must limit the number of photos from each person to allow for all to contribute.  The meeting will be followed by our winter social.  Please bring nibblies to share.  Juice and soft drinks will be provided. \nThank you for avoiding the use of perfumes and scented products when you come to ARHS events.  Join us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  Please contact Jim Sharpe for further information\, atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-december-2023-members-photo-presentation-winter-social/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231107T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231107T203000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20230821T230124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T225850Z UID:2488-1699385400-1699389000@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS November 2023 Presentation: Bob Howard\, New Plants and Fresh Ideas DESCRIPTION:Some New Plants and Fresh Ideas \nBob Howard\, former ARHS Director of Programs and Landscape Gardener \nThis talk will highlight three ideas for fresh plantings: blue flowers and foliage\, some plants for late summer and fall\, and the importance of patience in giving plants time to develop their character. \nLong-time member Bob Howard\, a retired landscape designer-contractor\, gardens near Annapolis Royal\, Nova Scotia. \nOur Annual General Meeting will precede the presentation.  Here are the AGM documents: \nARHS President’s Report 22-23 \nMinutes of Atlantic Rhododendron Society AGM 01 Nov 2022 \nARHS 22-23 Financial Statement \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  The Zoom link will be sent out by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-november-2023-presentation-bob-howard-new-plants-and-fresh-ideas/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231003T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231003T203000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20230821T224254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T150055Z UID:2482-1696361400-1696365000@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS October 2023 Presentation: Annual Steele Lecture\, Native Trials of Hardy Perennials at Mt. Cuba DESCRIPTION:Annual Captain Dick Steele Lecture \nNative Trials of Hardy Perennials at Mt. Cuba \nSam Hoadley\, Mt. Cuba Center\, Delaware \nMt. Cuba research team evaluates native plants and related cultivars for horticultural and ecological value\, highlighting the ecosystem services native plants provide. Sam Hoadley will present on the latest trails and the extensive information available through their website at mtcubacenter.org/research/trial-garden/ \nSam Hoadley is the Manager of Horticultural Research at Mt. Cuba Center where he evaluates native plant species\, old and new cultivars\, and hybrids in the Trial Garden. Prior to working at Mt. Cuba\, he was the lead horticulturist for Longwood Gardens’ Hillside Garden. He earned his degree in Sustainable Landscape Horticulture from the University of Vermont. \nJoin us at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History or by Zoom.  Zoom link will be sent by email.   For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-october-2023-presentation-annual-captain-dick-steele-lecture-native-trials-of-hardy-perennials-at-mt-cuba/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230905T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230905T203000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20230821T221720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T222529Z UID:2478-1693942200-1693945800@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS September 2023 Presentation: Diane Lucas\, Gardening for Butterflies DESCRIPTION:Gardening For Butterflies\, Caterpillars and Their Host Plants \nDiane Lucas\, Botanical Artist and Illustrator \nThis presentation discusses 18 butterflies common to Nova Scotia\, their larval host plants\, their adult diet\, and how we can create their needed habitat in our gardens and parks. Each species of butterfly is illustrated with its caterpillars and their host plants. \nDiane is a retired children’s book illustrator\, a  botanical/nature artist\, and a lifelong gardener. She is a local leader in David Suzuki’s Butterflyway project and has created an illustration series entitled ‘Butterflies and Their Host Plants’\, as an educational part of the project. \nAuditorium\, Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History (1747 Summer Street\, Halifax) and by Zoom.  Zoom link will be sent by email.  For further information\, contact Jim Sharpe at Atlanticrhodo@gmail.com URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/gardening-for-butterflies-butterflies-caterpillars-and-host-plants/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230502T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230502T203000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20221128T172929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T203834Z UID:2401-1683055800-1683059400@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS Member to Member Plant Sale 2023 DESCRIPTION:ARHS Member-to-Member Plant Sale \nCome to talk and purchase plants from our members in our always-popular plant sale. \nInsigne 2023-4-26 Plant Descriptions \nInsigne Retail Availability 2023-4-26 URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-member-to-member-plant-sale-2023/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230404T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230404T203000 DTSTAMP:20260529T173223 CREATED:20221128T172439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T172703Z UID:2398-1680636600-1680640200@atlanticrhodo.org SUMMARY:ARHS Presentation April 2023: “Les Deux Jardins de Claude Monet/ The Two Gardens of Claude Monet” DESCRIPTION:Freeman Patterson\, Landscape Photographer: “Les Deux Jardins de\nClaude Monet/ The Two Gardens of Claude Monet” \nClaude Monet worked and succeeded spectacularly in two artistic media – gardening and painting.\nFor him\, the two were deeply entwined. Freeman’s images from both early\nspring and late summer reveal how Monet’s house garden and water garden are\nclear expressions of his personal and artistic growth. \nThe presentation will be hybrid\, in person and by zoom at the NS Museum of Natural History. URL:https://atlanticrhodo.org/event/arhs-presentation-april-2023-les-deux-jardins-de-claude-monet-the-two-gardens-of-claude-monet/ LOCATION:Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History\, 1747 Summer St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Sharpe":MAILTO:atlanticrhodo@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR