Demonstration Garden
Ask a Master Gardener Days
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesUNH Extension Master Gardeners will be waiting for you to visit the Massabesic Center on select mornings this growing season! Bring all of your pressing questions about plants, discover inspiration for adapting spaces at home, or just enjoy the blooms! These events are also the perfect time to learn about getting involved in volunteer gardening […]
The Magic of Monarchs Children’s Program
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesHow can one, with paper wings, withstand the challenges of a cross-continental journey? At this time of year, it’s not just our feathered friends preparing to migrate south! Let’s pretend that we are monarch butterflies as we discover some of the challenges a 3,000-mile adventure presents when you weigh less than a tic-tac, can’t get […]
Massabesic Gardens Tour
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesJoin us for an intimate guided tour of the gardens at the Massabesic Center in Auburn. UNH Extension Master Gardener Maureen Sinclair will lead you on a fun ramble of the grounds, and dig into the history, upkeep, and future of each of our unique garden spaces. You’ll learn about NH Audubon’s partnership with the […]
Canceled The Mystery of Monarchs Adult Program
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesMonarchs have fascinated us for decades and for good reason. How can a creature as lightweight as a dollar bill navigate a journey spanning the length of our continent? Let’s discuss this miraculous butterfly in detail and learn about the steps NH Audubon is taking to ensure their continued survival. If you’re not yet enthralled […]
Massabesic Gardens Tour
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesJoin us for an intimate guided tour of the gardens at the Massabesic Center in Auburn. UNH Extension Master Gardener Maureen Sinclair will lead you on a fun ramble of the grounds, and dig into the history, upkeep, and future of each of our unique garden spaces. You’ll learn about NH Audubon’s partnership with the […]
Garden Tools: Upkeep and Maintenance Fall 2024 (Rescheduled)
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States*Rescheduled from October 7* Keeping tools sharp and in good working order will make gardening easier and tools last longer. Sharp tools also make cleaner cuts and promote plant health. Join AJ Dupere to learn how to properly and safely sharpen and maintain garden tools. Please bring one of the following tools to sharpen: pruners, […]
All About Seeds: Navigating Catalogues and Purchasing Seeds
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesDescription: Are you ready to "grow beyond" buying plants for your garden, and move to the next level? This workshop will discuss why, how, and when to purchase seeds, and what you'll need to be successful. We'll look at how to decide which seeds to buy, from which vendors, how to read a seed packet, and how to navigate seed catalogs. This workshop is […]
Garden Strong – How to Stay Healthy as a Gardener
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesDescription: Are you a gardener who spends so much time digging, weeding, watering, and hauling mulch that you are sore and tired at the end of the day? Learn some simple and important techniques for reducing stress on your body so you can garden without pain or injury. You’ll also be introduced to some adaptive […]
Beginning Gardener Series: Site Assessment, Plant Selection, and Record Keeping for your Garden
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesDescription: Good gardens start with good planning! This workshop will cover the important topics of site considerations (light availability, drainage, and more,) soil assessment, plant selection, and the value of record keeping for maintaining a healthy garden. This is the first workshop in our 2025 Beginning Gardener Series. If you are just starting as a […]
Beginning Gardener Series: Easy to Grow Vegetables
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesDescription: Join us to learn how to start growing vegetables without getting overwhelmed. What are the “easy” vegetables to grow? How do you pick healthy plants from the garden center? What should we be observing in our gardens? All these questions, and many more, will be answered to help you maximize early successes, learn by […]
Beginning Gardener Series: Growing Pollinator Plants
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesDescription: The importance of native pollinators has gained a lot of attention lately. Learn about who they are, why they’re important and how you can attract and support them all year long in your own backyard. This workshop will include an overview of gardening for pollinators whether you’re a new or seasoned gardener. Presenter: Stacey […]
Massabesic Gardens Tour
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesJoin us for an intimate guided tour of the gardens at the Massabesic Center in Auburn. We will lead you on a fun ramble of the grounds, and dig into the history, upkeep, and future of each of our unique garden spaces. You’ll learn about NH Audubon’s partnership with the University of New Hampshire Extension’s […]