Speaker Series
From Seed to Shade
Tuesday, November 12 · 6:30 – 8:00pm
at the Humboldt Park Pavillion
Come hear about the lifecycle of urban forestry. Experts from Johnson Nursery and local Forestry departments discuss the propagation of native trees, caring for growing giants, and managing our urban forest.
- Rob Dummert from Johnson Nursery will speak about trees from seed harvesting, hybridizing, grafting, and nursery methods used. Nursery growing methods and container options.
- City Forester Jason Cram will speak about tree planting depending on container or tree size and the maintenance of each in the urban environment.
- Consulting Arborist Dennis Fermenich would speak to early pruning and training of young trees and fill in whatever may not otherwise be covered.
Green Milwaukee: A History of Our Parks and Open Spaces.
Tuesday, January 14th · 6:30 – 8:00pm
at the Humboldt Park Pavillion
Milwaukee County is blessed with 15,000 acres of public green space – one of the largest holdings in urban America. It wasn’t always that way. John Gurda will chronicle the evolution of our steller -and much endangered- park system from the days of tiny public squares and private beer gardens to the celebrated beauty spots and abundant challenges of the present
From Rain to Resource
Tuesday, February 11th · 6:30 – 8:00pm
at the Humboldt Park Pavillion
Milwaukee is home to one of the greatest resources on earth: fresh water. But protecting the lake is about more than keeping the lake clean. Learn about the complex ecosystem of water management and how the design of our communities plays a critical role in the protection of Lake Michigan.
Master your Garden
Tuesday, March 11th · 6:30 – 8:00pm
at the Humboldt Park Pavillion
The Southeast Wisconsin Master Gardner will share tips on planning, growing, and maintaining a natural urban garden in your backyard. Learn how natives and local plants can become part of your yard, helping build curb appeal and a conversation starter.