Upcoming Events

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 7:00pm

Landscape ecologist. Certified Wildlife Biologist. Botanist. Conservationist.

With more than 20 years of experience in ecological restoration, habitat management, and conservation research, Shaun McCoshum has helped restore ecosystems and develop habitat plans. As a Senior Ecologist and author of Natural Habitats and Wildlife Gardening: Inviting Nature Into Your Backyard, he combines scientific research with practical strategies that help people create landscapes where wildlife can thrive.

In this free Wild Ones webinar, Shaun will explore how ecological principles can help you create habitat that support pollinators, birds, amphibians, and other wildlife year-round.

About the Webinar:

The Ecology of Home: Creating Habitat That Works
Speaker: Shaun McCoshum, PhD
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. Eastern | 6 p.m. Central | 5 p.m. Mountain | 4 p.m. Pacific
Location: Online, join live to participate in the chat. A recording link will be shared after the premiere.

Chapter Meeting Program > Free to the PUBLIC

TOPIC: Native Plants that grow by Rivers, Streams and Lakes

Sunday, September 20, 2026 1:30 pm
W.T. Bland Public Library, Mount Dora, FL 32757

Lake County Parks and Water Resources team members will introduce the different types of plants and their adaptations to wetland ecosystems. They will also explain their special Healthy Shorelines Program offer for residents who are located on waterways. If you do not live on any type of wetland, you’ll certainly enjoy learning more about Lake County’s wetland environments. If you know someone who might benefit from this program, invite them to attend with you. Free and open to the public. Speakers: Luke Vallentine, Program Manager, and William Blanco, Park Ranger

Library Program > PUBLIC WELCOME & Free

TOPIC: Plant This, Not That!

Sunday, September 20, 2026 4:00 pm
W.T. Bland Public Library, Mount Dora, FL 32757

SPEAKER: Neta Villalobos-Bell

Several Nuisance and invasive plants are sold at garden centers. Learn to recognize these nuisance species and make a plan to replace them in your yard. Learn which native plants make good alternatives and why.

All attendees earn a chance to win a door prize.

Library Location > PUBLIC WELCOME

EVENT: Fall Plant Sale

Saturday, October 03, 2026 10:00 am
Parking Lot of W.T. Bland Public Library, Mount Dora, FL 32757

Come early because we tend to sell out early!

We will have experienced Native Plant Enthusiasts to assist in your purchases.

Many Native Plant species for sale:

1 gallon pot WAS $6.00 each
3 gallon pot WAS $12.00 each

We will accept payments in Cash and Credit Cards.

Table Event > PUBLIC WELCOME

EVENT: Discovery Gardens Fall Festival

Saturday, October 10, 2026 and Sunday, October 11, 2026
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Discovery Gardens, 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares, FL 32778

Come and stop by our Table Event, and pick up some brochures. Learn about Lake Beautyberry Chapter's involvement in Native Plants education.