Upcoming events.
Rejuvenating the Established Garden
Laura will talk about the challenges of redesigning a mature garden and give hints about using big, bold annuals as focal points in our own gardens
Organic No-Till Farming: A Dream Realized
Long Lane Farm was started in 2023 with the goal of creating a farm that can support a family and provide abundant produce to the surrounding community.
Through the Eyes of the Plants: Integrating Native Plants into Residential Gardens in Ways that Make Sense for People - and for Plants!
Cindy Larson Moura, Co-Owner, Prickly Ed’s Cactus Patch and Plant Emporium
Throw the Burning Bush on the Brush Pile: Overused Plants and Superior Alternatives
Adam Wheeler, Horticulture + Container Production Manager, Broken Arrow Nursery
Winter Floral Design
Michael Derouin is renowned for his educational and entertaining approach to floral design. With 30 years of industry experience, he delivers engaging and informative demonstrations.
Common and Uncommon Backyard Birds
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1 PM at the BPL
Common and Uncommon Backyard Birds
Geoff Dennis, Photographer
Geoff’s talk will be about common and uncommon birds he has photographed in and around his Little Compton yard and why his yard is such is such a bird friendly yard.
The History and Future of Save the Bay: A Story of Resilience and Hope
We’re honored to begin the year with Topher Hamblett, executive director of Save The Bay. His work at Save The Bay has spanned over thirty years, as a volunteer, intern, and advocate. As executive director, Topher works with Save The Bay's board of directors and staff to set strategic priorities, implement campaigns, and raise support for the organization.
Topher's other endeavors include service in the Peace Corps (Sierra Leone 1985-87), and on the board of directors of RI Public Radio, The International Institute of RI, and Common Cause -RI. He is currently on the board of directors of the New England First Amendment Coalition, and The Foundation for West Africa, which supports community radio stations in Sierra Leone and neighboring countries. He is a native and resident of Barrington, where he and his wife Martha raised two daughters.