A Full Week of Nature, Learning, and Community Connection
The Gates Mills Garden Club invites the community to celebrate National Garden Week from June 1–7, 2024, with a weeklong series of events designed to honor the beauty of nature, the power of plants, and the joy of gardening.
Established by National Garden Clubs, Inc., National Garden Week celebrates the vital role that gardening and garden clubs play in beautifying communities, fostering environmental stewardship, and educating future generations. The Gates Mills Garden Club is proud to carry on this tradition with a schedule of public and member events throughout the village.
Many activities are open to the public and free to attend, but RSVPs are required where noted. From terrarium workshops to guided garden tours and conservation talks, there’s something for everyone—gardeners, families, students, and nature lovers alike.
National Garden Week Events – June 1–7, 2024
Sunday, June 1 | 12:00 PM
Kickoff Celebration & Mayor’s Proclamation
Gates Mills Arboretum entrance, just south of the Post Office
Join us for the official launch of National Garden Week with a proclamation from Mayor Steve Siemborski celebrating our shared commitment to nature and community pride.
Kickoff Celebration & Mayor’s Proclamation
Gates Mills Arboretum entrance, just south of the Post Office
Join us for the official launch of National Garden Week with a proclamation from Mayor Steve Siemborski celebrating our shared commitment to nature and community pride.
Monday, June 2
Floral Displays Around the Village
Enjoy fresh floral arrangements and National Garden Week flyers in village buildings throughout the week.
Floral Displays Around the Village
Enjoy fresh floral arrangements and National Garden Week flyers in village buildings throughout the week.
Tuesday, June 3 | 4:00 PM
Garden Club Board Meeting (members only)
The Barn, 1280 Chagrin River Rd.
Garden Club Board Meeting (members only)
The Barn, 1280 Chagrin River Rd.
Wednesday, June 4 | 5:30–7:00 PM
Restoring Nature’s Beauty: Celebrating 90 Years of the Gates Mills Arboretum
Gates Mills Garden Club Barn, 1280 Chagrin River Rd.
Guest speaker Bryan Kuchta, CEO of Better Meadows & Woodlands, will teach guests how to identify and remove invasive plants and restore native landscapes.
Free native plant gift and refreshments provided.
Open to the public. RSVP required: thegatesmillsgardenclub@gmail.com
Restoring Nature’s Beauty: Celebrating 90 Years of the Gates Mills Arboretum
Gates Mills Garden Club Barn, 1280 Chagrin River Rd.
Guest speaker Bryan Kuchta, CEO of Better Meadows & Woodlands, will teach guests how to identify and remove invasive plants and restore native landscapes.
Free native plant gift and refreshments provided.
Open to the public. RSVP required: thegatesmillsgardenclub@gmail.com
Thursday, June 5 | 9:00 AM
Floral Tribute to Honor Our History
Club members will place bouquets at the gravesites of past members in the North and South Cemeteries—a moving tribute to those who helped shape our club’s legacy.
Floral Tribute to Honor Our History
Club members will place bouquets at the gravesites of past members in the North and South Cemeteries—a moving tribute to those who helped shape our club’s legacy.
Friday, June 6 | 4:30–6:30 PM
Garden Tour at the Historic Gates Mills Garden Club -
1280 Chagrin River Rd.
Enjoy a guided tour of the beautifully restored gardens and hear stories from members who helped cultivate them.
Refreshments provided.
Open to the public. RSVP required: thegatesmillsgardenclub@gmail.com
Garden Tour at the Historic Gates Mills Garden Club -
1280 Chagrin River Rd.
Enjoy a guided tour of the beautifully restored gardens and hear stories from members who helped cultivate them.
Refreshments provided.
Open to the public. RSVP required: thegatesmillsgardenclub@gmail.com
Saturday, June 7 | 10:30 AM
Tiny Gardens, Big Fun! Tween Terrarium Workshop
Gates Mills Library
Youth ages 12–18 can build their own mini terrariums in this hands-on workshop.
Space is limited. RSVP required:
Alicia Raffa, Youth Librarian | 440-423-4808 | araffa@cuyahogalibrary.org
Tiny Gardens, Big Fun! Tween Terrarium Workshop
Gates Mills Library
Youth ages 12–18 can build their own mini terrariums in this hands-on workshop.
Space is limited. RSVP required:
Alicia Raffa, Youth Librarian | 440-423-4808 | araffa@cuyahogalibrary.org
National Garden Week is a time to dig in—literally and figuratively—and appreciate the gardens and green spaces that make Gates Mills such a special place. We hope you’ll join us!