Wayne Countryside Garden Club

06/11/2026

This is a reminder about our special event on June 18th at 6:30 PM featuring the amazing Amy Powers, who will be speaking about how to transition your garden to native plants!

If you're not familiar with Amy, she is a Garden Coach based near Chicago with a lifelong passion for gardening and nature. With a background in chemistry, IT consulting, and competitive sports, she combines science and coaching to help clients create thriving, sustainable gardens through both in-person and virtual sessions. Amy has been featured on WGN and has built a large and enthusiastic following on social media. Be sure to follow her on Facebook!

Whether you're just beginning to explore native plants, focus on ecology or looking to take your garden to the next level, this is truly a do not-miss event!

This event is free, but please RSVP using the link below:
(please do not reply to this email)

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSef-no8PrDkhU4mXzR6kV_K_mkpIjLiAthMveuRr7D7rgUA0g/viewform

05/12/2026

Heinz Garden Center: New this year!! We are working with Heinz to have WCGC Shopping Days!! The club will benefit from these purchases!

● Shop from Monday, May 11th, to Friday, May 15th, and the club will benefit! This is the week immediately after Mother’s Day.
● Show the attached “Plant and Earn” flyer (on your phone or printed) to prove that you are shopping with WCGC. The club will receive a percentage of your purchase.
● Share this flyer with your friends and family

05/10/2026

Consider supporting the Wayne Countryside Garden Club while you shop for your spring flowers and plants! 🌼🌿

From Monday–Friday, May 11–15, shop at Heinz Brothers Garden Center and mention the Wayne Countryside Garden Club at checkout (show this image). Heinz Brothers will donate 10% of your purchase back to WCGC. Profits from these sales will go towards the charities chosen by our members: We Grow Dreams and Charity Blooms.

Thank you for supporting the Wayne Countryside Garden Club — and happy planting! 🌸

05/05/2026

Not fruit. Not sugar. Just water, rocks & minerals—the right way to help bees 🐝💧
A simple act can become a lifeline—clean water with safe landing spots helps thirsty bees survive and thrive.
Tiny wings carry the weight of our ecosystem—every drop you offer matters.
In a world full of noise, even a quiet bowl of water can save lives.
Care for bees today, and tomorrow will bloom brighter 🌼

04/16/2026

Reminder!

Tonight at 6:30pm is our guest speaker, Rolfe Jeremus- presentation on backyard composting.

This is a do not miss! It’s not too late to RSVP: https://www.waynecountrysidegardenclub.org/program041626

04/12/2026