Events

Come out to 4 Dogs after the new year for a casual social get-together. Meet some old friends and make some new ones, plus find out more about upcoming events and plans for the Spring!

Rescheduled from January 11th to January 25th for weather.

All are welcome to join this free virtual panel discussion exploring the vital roles of native, solitary, and honeybees in pollination and biodiversity. Featuring experts Sam Droege (USGS), Dave Hunter (Crown Bees), and Dr. Lora Morandin (Pollinator Partnership), this event will discuss into the challenges pollinators face, the balance between managed and wild bees, and actionable ways to support all pollinators.

Gain insights from over 90 years of combined experience and learn how to advocate for pollinator habitats through planting native species, participating in community science, and adopting responsible management practices.

Join us for an informal discussion on the benefits of native plants for landscaping. This will be an opportunity to share our own experiences as well to share resources that have been useful as we follow the path to creating healthy and sustainable landscapes.

Bring a favorite “go to” resource and hear others, i.e. native plant nursery, book, podcast, or organization that promotes native planting. If you are new to the idea of native planning, this is an opportunity to be part of an informal support network.

Parking between Craft and the bank, on the corner of 3rd and Market Streets, free and paid street parking available within 1-2 blocks.

Join us for a talk highlighting native alternatives to commonly planted invasive plants, with an eye on achieving year-round interest in your landscape.  

Jennifer Klug Vaccaro is the Community Restoration Manager for ShoreRivers, a co-founder of Wild Ones Delmarva.  She strives to find creative and beautiful ways to integrate solutions to flooding and runoff into the landscape that positively impact the people who use them and the ecosystems surrounding them.  Jennifer has a degree in Landscape Architecture from Temple University and is a Certified Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional. She also serves on the Maryland Invasive Plant Advisory Committee. 

In-person RSVP here

Zoom participation here

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.

Come out to Ten Eyck Brewing Company for a casual social get-together. Meet some old friends and make some new ones, plus find out more about upcoming events and plans for the Spring!

Ten Eyck is a family-friendly brewery with appetizer and dinner menu. Parking on site and across the street at the gas station.

RSVP here

Wild Ones Delmarva will be tabling with the newly revitalized local chapter of the Maryland Native Plant Society. View the flyer

Wild Ones Delmarva Chapter President Concetta Gibson will present “Container Gardening with Native Plants” in the Gallery. This live demo will show how to design beautiful, eco-friendly native plant containers for your porch, patio, or garden.

AMP Students nesting bird house presentation, followed by a presentation from Denton Girl Scout Danielle Ridgell. Members of Wild Ones Delmarva will join us to discuss how to partner with the Town of Denton officials & staff to make Denton a Maryland Bird City.

Join Wild Ones National Board President Loris Damerow for a special presentation as part of Week 3 of the 2025 Less Lawn More Life Challenge, “Native Plants Planted Right.” Loris will walk us through the basics of native plant gardening- from choosing the right plants to planting and maintaining them with confidence.

Join us on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 5 p.m. CT for the YouTube Live premiere of this 30-minute webinar. Native plant experts from  Wild Ones, Plan it Wild, Homegrown National Park, ReWild Your Campus, and others will be active in the live chat throughout the presentation and for 30 minutes after the webinar, giving you plenty of time to ask questions and engage! 

This event is designed for newcomers to native gardening and is part of the national Less Lawn More Life Challenge, hosted by Plan It Wild in collaboration with Wild Ones, iNaturalist, Homegrown National Park, Pollinator Partnership  and many others! 

See more about the Less Lawn More Life Challenge:  https://www.lesslawnmorelife.com/ 

Learn how you can start container gardening with native plants with Concetta Gibson, CBLP. Discuss the unique properties of containers, layouts, arrangements, and care. In-person attendees will be entered to win the session’s demonstration container.

Concetta Gibson is the founder and owner of Leaf & Bed, an Eastern Shore small business that provides garden coaching, consulting, design, and native plant sourcing. Concetta is a certified Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional (CBLP), teaches garden courses at Chesapeake College, and is a co-founder of Wild Ones Delmarva Chapter.

In-person registration: RSVP here

Virtual registration: register here on Zoom

Wild Ones Delmarva continues its tour around the Shore to meet chapter members and supporters at Brick Works Brewing and Eats. Meet some old friends and make some new ones, plus find out more about upcoming events and plans! Location, menu, and more 

RSVP here

The closing event of this year’s Less Lawn More Life Challenge, will be led by Lisa Olsen, Chapter Liaison at Wild Ones. In this webinar, you’ll learn how small, personal actions like planting native species and removing invasives, can ripple outward to inspire neighbors, change policies, and reshape communities. 

During the premiere, native plant experts from Wild Ones and collaborating organizations will be active in the live chat. They’ll be ready to answer questions, share tips, and connect viewers with resources. The live chat will remain open for 30 minutes after the webinar, giving you plenty of time to ask questions and engage. Please note: You must be logged into a YouTube account to participate in the chat. 

The Less Lawn More Life Challenge is a free, 12-week action series designed to help people transform traditional lawns into vibrant, life-supporting native plant habitat. Each week, participants complete a simple challenge like planting a native shrub, removing invasives, or observing pollinators to reimagine their outdoor space and take meaningful steps toward restoring biodiversity at home. 

It’s not too late to get involved. Catch up on the weekly videos and start your rewilding journey today at https://www.lesslawnmorelife.com/ 

Join us at the August 2025 Plant Swap in Dorchester County, Maryland! 

Event co-hosts: Dorchester County Library, DoCo Pride, and RAR Brewing

Food and drink buy-your-own-way. Free public street and lot parking within 1 block of RAR. 

Although this is not a native-plant-only swap, let's bring bounties of native plant positivity with us to share!

Event Details (see flyer for more):

Trade Plants & Seeds with Your Community! 

Monthly on the last Tuesday from 3PM - 5PM, June to October 2025

What do you need to know? 
- Bring a MAX of 3 plants and/or seeds 
- Healthy, non-invasive plants are welcome!
- Label plants with type & care instructions.
- Bring plants in containers you're ok with giving away.

Door prize raffle tickets! Must be present to win.

Food is available for purchase. Alcohol is available for purchase to customers aged 21+ ONLY!

Join us for a garden tour, art studio tour, and flower arranging demonstration.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Seats are very limited so sign up today!

Local artist Irene Aspell creates several arrangements for Adkins Arboretum events throughout the year, and each one is more beautiful than the last. She is also a fine artist who works with different mediums and a focus on nature.

Visit our table at the MNPS Annual Conference, hosted on the Eastern Shore! Wild Ones Delmarva will be in-person helping with the plant sitting table, where people can store plants purchased at the native plant sale during the presenter sessions.

Read more information here about the conference and register for in-person or virtual participation.

Discover how ecological landscaping with native plants can make your landscape more resilient and help address the climate crisis. This webinar will highlight practical, evidence-based approaches to designing and maintaining landscapes that build resilience to climate change and support native biodiversity. Join Wild Ones for a free webinar, “EcoBeneficial Landscape Strategies for the Climate Crisis,” featuring environmental horticulturalist and ecological landscape designer Kim Eierman.

Details coming soon! 

Learn about the role that native plants play in supporting birds and how you can start planning a bird-friendly yard as we think ahead to spring. 

Presented by Wild Ones Delmarva at the Caroline County Bird Club's October 2025 meeting. 

Open to the public: virtual registration here, in-person RSVP encouraged (coming soon).  

Details coming soon!