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Autumn Equinox Celebration
THE DAWES ARBORETUM
Botanical Photography Workshop
THE DAWES ARBORETUM
Botanical Photography Workshop
with Jim McCormac
Saturday, September 20, 2025
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The Dawes Arboretum
7770 Jacksontown Rd | Newark
Discover the fine art of plant photography with Jim McCormac — an award-winning author, celebrated photographer and sought-after speaker. McCormac has authored or coauthored six books, including Birds of Ohio (Lone Pine, 2004), Wild Ohio: The Best of Our Natural Heritage (Kent State University Press, 2009), and Gardening for Moths (Ohio University Press, 2023). His long-running column for the Columbus Dispatch has captivated readers with vivid photography and rich, engaging narratives about the natural world. With a keen eye behind the camera, Jim has captured rare and remarkable species — from delicate wildflowers to elusive wildlife — bringing Ohio’s natural heritage to life. This workshop is your chance to learn from a true master in a truly beautiful setting. $55 per person
LICKING LAND TRUST
Autumn Equinox Celebration
LICKING LAND TRUST
Autumn Equinox Celebration
Saturday, September 20, 2025
6 - 9 P.M.
Infirmary Mound Park
4351 Lancaster Rd. | Granville
Welcome in the first day of fall with this free and fun Autumn Equinox Celebration! The first portion of this event will feature autumn-themed activities and music, educational opportunities, Nature Playscape, sustainability booths, food, native plants from Pollinator Pathway and more! After sunset we will check out moths & other nocturnal insects with Dr. Karen Goodell and enjoy s'mores and star gazing through telescopes with Dr. Wes Walter & Christian Harris.
THE DAWES ARBORETUM
Magnificent Monarchs
THE DAWES ARBORETUM
Magnificent Monarchs
Saturday, September 28, 2025
Special activities & crafts planned from
1-4 p.m.
The Dawes Arboretum
7770 Jacksontown Rd | Newark
Monarch butterflies embark on an incredible journey every fall as they migrate 2,500 miles to Mexico. Learn more about one of the most well-known butterflies in Ohio and enjoy some fun Monarch-themed crafts and activities!
Monarch-themed activities are included with admission to The Dawes Arboretum. Learn more.
GRANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Rethinking Fall Garden Cleanup
GRANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Rethinking Fall Garden Cleanup
Wednesday, October 1
7-8 p.m.
Granville Public Library
217 E. Broadway | Granville
Skipping some of the traditional fall garden cutback and cleanup tasks not only saves you time, but also is better for pollinators and other wildlife. Learn more about simple, inexpensive ways to create a more pollinator-friendly landscape and how to strategically “leave the leaves” to protect overwintering pollinators AND keep the neighbors happy. Also discover ways to easily create or expand foundation and garden beds and fall planting of native trees and shrubs, plus timing and techniques to seed a low-maintenance pocket prairie.
LICKING PARK DISTRICT
Harvest Moon Festival
LICKING PARK DISTRICT
Harvest Moon Festival
Saturday, October 4, 2025
12- 5 p.m.
Infirmary Mound Park
4351 Lancaster Rd. | Granville
Visit the Pollinator Pathway booth for a free native plant!
Food Trucks | Farm Petting Zoo | Rock Climbing | Archery | Carriage Rides | Bounce Houses | Crafts | Pumpkin Painting | + much more!
THE DAWES ARBORETUM
Native Seed Collection Workshop
THE DAWES ARBORETUM
Native Seed Collection Workshop
Sunday, October 5, 2025
1- 2:30 p.m.
The Dawes Arboretum | Red Barn Reserve
7087 Davis Drive | Newark
Learn more about native seed collecting, cleaning and saving! Following a presentation discussing seed collection, dormancy and stratification, there will be a hands-on exploration of cleaning and preparing a selection of native seed for storage as well as plenty of opportunity for Q&A. Attendees will learn how to continually propagate from and for their own gardens as well as how seed saving can strengthen our landscapes and communities. This activity is great for all ages and those who attend will receive seeds to take home. NOTE: event takes place at The Dawes Arboretum Red Barn Reserve (enter on Davis Drive vs main entrance)
$15 PER PERSON
MEADOWS FOR MONARCHS PROJECT
Seed Pickup
MEADOWS FOR MONARCHS PROJECT
Seed Pickup
Friday, October 10, 2025
12 - 3 p.m. (drop in)
Licking Soil & Water Conservation District
(Barn/outbuilding)
771 E. Main Street | Newark, Ohio
Meadows for Monarchs Project participants are invited to pick up their native seed mix & instructions on seeding timing and techniques.
NOTE: Seed is available to Meadows for Monarchs Project participants only. Participants must successfully complete training workshops, properly prepare their plot and provide photos or other documentation verifying proper site preparation in order to receive seeds.
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Artwork by Morgan Seidling, a Pataskala-based artist & Pollinator Pathway supporter.
Dates to celebrate
Dates to celebrate
National Seed Swap Day: January 25
National Invasive Species Awareness Week: February 26- March 3
Ohio Native Plant Month: April
Earth Day: April 22
Arbor Day: April 25, 2025
Stewardship Week: April 30-May 7
American Wetlands Month: May
World Bee Day: May 20
National Pollinator Month: June
National Pollinator Week: June 16-22
National Moth Month: July
National Moth Week: July 22- 30
National Public Land Day: Sept 21
World Habitat Day: October 4
Soil Health Week: November 10-16
Wildlife Conservation Day: December 4
POLLINATOR PATHWAY
Cultivating Backyard Habitat for Pollinators in Every Season
POLLINATOR PATHWAY
Cultivating Backyard Habitat for Pollinators in Every Season
with Dr. Desirée Narango
POLLINATOR PATHWAY
The best place for native bees is in your garden
POLLINATOR PATHWAY
The best place for native bees is in your garden
WEBINAR WITH BEE EXPERT SAM DROEGE
Author and renowned bee expert Sam Droege takes us on a deep dive into the relationship between native plants and native bees. Discover why native bees are so important and how our landscaping practices impact these keystone species. Learn more about the plants needed by our rarest “specialist” bees who gather pollen from a single family, genus, or even a single plant species, and are most in need of conservation.
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