Seminars and Special Events at Gardener's Supply


Get in the spirit of the holiday season. Join us for a lineup of fun, informative and hands-on events!

Registration is easy, and most events are free. Registration is required for all events. You can register two ways:

All of the workshops will be held at our Burlington location unless otherwise noted.

If you want more information about any of these events or have suggestions about seminars you would like to see on our calendar, please drop us an e-mail or call our seminar and events line at 660-3500 ext. 5386.

The date, location, and subject matter of any seminar is subject to change without notice. Please visit this site for the most up-to-date information.

Gardener’s Supply Holiday Craft Fair
Noon-5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14
This is our third-annual craft fair, hosted by the crafty, artistic and talented employee-owners of Gardener’s Supply. Stop by and get a jump start on your holiday shopping. We’d love to see you!

Creating Transitional Centerpieces
9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15
Learn basic design principles of creating beautiful holiday centerpieces and tablescapes. You’ll learn the techniques to creating a decorative centerpiece that’s perfect for Thanksgiving.  Even better, we’ll explore simple and create modifications you can make to your centerpiece to carry you through the New Year.

Registration is FREE.  Evergreen centerpiece bases will be available for $10, plus any decorating supplies purchased in store the day of the event.

Holiday Wreath Making
6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4
From traditional to whimsical, we’ll discuss all tools, tricks, and design tips you’ll ever need to create a front door adornment you’ll be proud to share with family, friends and guests. For this hands-on workshop we’ll have bare wreaths available for purchase. Plus receive a coupon to use toward all the unique decorating items available at our Creation Station.

Holiday Open House
6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10
We’ve decked the halls and decorated the stores with the trimmings of the season and we invite you to stop by for an evening of relaxing, stress-free shopping. We’ll have special surprises and holiday giveaways throughout the evening, too! Refreshments and snacks will be served.

Breakfast with Santa
These events are held at the Williston Store only! Choose from three dates. There are two seatings each day:

  • 8:30-9:30 a.m. and 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29
  • 8:30-9:30 a.m. and 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6
  • 8:30-9:30 a.m. and 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13

Bring your kids, grand kids, and nieces and nephews to a special holiday event with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Your child will enjoy a healthy breakfast, story time and sing along with Santa as well as craft making and cooking decorating. A great time will be had by all!

The fee is $10 per child. Seating is limited and fills up fast, so register early by calling the Williston store at 658-2433.

Go Green with Savvy Succulents
9:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009
Add some living color to your home this winter. Learn about the care and growth of these neat plants and how you can use them to create a succulent tree to accent your home decor.