UPCOMING EVENTS & CLASSES
Join us for fun, inspirational, and informative workshops hosted throughout the year, both at Gateway and around town. Check back often for updates.
Love your Mother Environmental Fair @
Winterthur
Saturday, May 11th
9:30am - 4:30pm
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Winterthur celebrating the environment and discover new ways to increase sustainability, conservation and a love of the natural world with Winterthur’s Delaware Master Naturalists.
Our own Nancy Bell is speaking from 10:00-11:00am
Nature’s Best Hope lecture presented by Doug Tallemy 1:30-2:30pm, followed by Q&A and book signing ($15 additional fee)
Native plant sale from 10:00am – 4:30pm
Learn more here: https://www.winterthur.org/calendar/love-your-mother-environmental-fair/
Past Events
Adult Terrarium Build
Saturday, April 20th
4pm - 6pm
DIY Terrarium Workshop. No green thumb or prior experience required! This class is hands on, so prepare to get a little dirty.
This workshop provides step-by-step instructions for creating and caring for your terrarium. All supplies included (8″ glass container, terrarium plants, soil, decorative materials, and care instructions).
$57
Orchid Care
Saturday, April 12th
4pm - 5pm
Orchids repotting can be a tricky business! Join us to learn the ins and outs of successful orchid care. From watering and fertilizing to repotting, learn how to repot your orchids to keep your orchid happy and blooming year-round.
$10
Kids Terrarium Build
Saturday, March 30th
12pm - 2pm
Join us in creating your own miniature magical world during this fun kids terrarium workshop!
We will be creating unique terrariums complete with air plants, decor, and adventurous figurines!
$35, All supplies included.
Kokedama Class
Saturday, March 16th
2pm - 3pm
Learn the Japanese art of Kokedama
The Japanese art form of Kokedama (koke “moss” and dama “ball”) was founded centuries ago and is akin to bonsai. It has gained a new-found popularity with the rising interest in house plants for small spaces. In this workshop, we have preformed moss balls for you to work with making a fun and easy class for all ages. The class includes instruction, supplies, your choice of plant, hanging moss ball, watering tray, and stones.
$45 per person, all supplies included
Seed Starting Workshop
Saturday, March 9th
11am - 1pm
Get your garden started at our seed starting workshop! In this hands-on class, learn how to start seeds for your vegetable and flower garden from our resident expert Rich Hanrahan, who previously managed the farm at Highland Orchard. We will supply soil, a seeding tray and excellent hands-on instructions. Your favorite veggie and flower seeds will be available for purchase.
$25 per person, plus the cost of seeds ($2 – $3 per pack).
