The Mill Creek Towne Garden Club in Derwood, Maryland was established in 1968 with the mission to stimulate and increase knowledge and interest in all facets of gardening among amateurs, establish an active community beautification program and to encourage civic beautification, and foster group activities for the benefit of the members and the community. The garden club also landscapes and maintains the Mill Creek Towne entrances and common areas.
Come explore the Farm Park’s unique trails while uncovering its rich past with Hiking Histories! This 2–3 hour guided hike takes participants along the Farm Park’s 5.5 miles of trails, blending outdoor exploration with engaging historical insights. As we hike through meadows, woodlands and historic landscapes, you’ll learn about the people, places and events that shaped the area – bringing local history to life in a vivid and memorable way. Perfect for curious hikers and history enthusiasts alike, Hiking Histories offers a refreshing mix of exercise, discovery and a deeper understanding of the land beneath your feet.
We’ll meet in front of the big red barn on the historic side of the Farm Park – just follow the gravel road up toward the barn and park in the grassy lot marked “Visitor Parking.” Be sure to dress for the weather, wear sturdy footwear, and bring water.
Fall and Winter Garden Vegetables with Master Gardeners
Gaithersburg Library 18330 Montgomery Village Ave. Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Saturday, October 17: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Whether you’ve been a native plant enthusiast for years or are just starting, come learn ways to improve the habitat value of your garden! A continuation of last month’s talk but new commers welcome!
Join Bonita Condon from the Master Gardeners of Montgomery County Cooperative Extension Service as she talks about fall and winter gardening topics such as what crops can be planted during this timeframe, harvesting hardy summer crops, composting essentials, and protecting enriching your soil during fall and winter.
About Bonita Condon:
Bonita is an avid vegetable gardener, loves perennials, and combats non-native invasive species in Montgomery County parks and grasslands. As a Maryland Master Gardener she volunteers at demonstration gardens, plant clinics, children’s’ gardening events, and she lectures on a variety of gardening topics, such as Sweet Potatoes and Making Gardens Accessible. Her special interests include working with individuals with mobility limitations, raised garden beds, and tools that accommodate special needs. After retiring from the Federal Government, Bonita now works at Montgomery County Child Welfare Services.
Questions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490. … See MoreSee Less