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Events

Events

Open House, Workshops, and In the Garden Events for 2023 

We invite you to our fun, exciting, and informational events in 2023! Check here, follow us on social media @ freseornamentalnursery, or give us a call for details regarding each event!  Any questions, or interested in being a vendor - please email us at freseevents@gmail.com

 

  • May 1st - May 28th: Celebration of Spring  ~ Saturdays and Sundays in May 

         Shop our new spring inventory and enjoy refreshements & local goods from Food Trucks, Local Vendors, and more!                                                           With something new to see every weekend in May ~ Saurdays 9am to 3pm and Sundays 10am - 3pm 

    • Check our social media @freseornamentalnursery to see which Vendor Pop-ups will be featured on the schedule

 

  • May 11th: "In the Garden" with Hen Den Creations  "Thyme to Party"  6pm to 8pm 

          Join us, along with local maker Hen Den Creations, for a "Make and Take" arts and craft night in our Greenhouse,                                                                 where you can paint and plant your own customized herb planter!

    • Tickets are $40 each -  RSVP & purchase tickets in advance by calling in or stopping by our Garden Center
    • Light refreshements will be available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks     

                                                                                                                                     

  • June 1st: "Garden Party" ~ Hospitality House & Hydrangeas"  5pm - 7pm 

          Support the  Teresa Adams House (Quincy Hospitality House) as we learn all about the iconic flowering shurb - Hydrangeas!                                              We will be hosting Matt with Monrovia who will be talking "Everything Hydrangeas!"                                                                                                                 Ticket includes appetizers, tasting samples from Haubrich Drink Company and 57 & Vine, and door prizes.

    • Purchase in advance through Frese Ornamental Nursery or Quincy Hospitality House, or at the door 
    • Event will be from 5pm - 7pm, presentation at 6pm 

 

  • June 3rd: "Summer Market" at the Nursery   9am to 3pm 

          Join us for Food, Fun, and Foliage! Support your favorite small business owners and local artisans as you walk our grounds and shop the new               spring inventory. Enjoy a picnic lunch from a variety of food trucks, coffee, and sweet treat vendors. 

    • Free admission ~ Family Friendly
    • Check our social media and Facebook event @ freseornamentalnusery for details on vendor offerings

 

  • July 15th: "Don't Worry, Bee Happy" Pollinator Workshop  10am 

           Let’s talk all things perennials and pollinators! From Butterfly Bushes to Coneflowers, Bee Balm, and more - learn how to maximize and care                 for a flower garden that will be buzzing year after year.

    • Presentation at 10am 
    • Free admission ~ Family friendly 

 

  • Date to be Determined: "In the Garden" with Jennifer Breckenkamp  "Colors & Cocktails"  6pm - 8pm

          Ladies night out! Sip cocktails and color a canvas for a painting tutorial with local artist, Jennifer Breckenkamp.  

    • RSVP and purchase tickets in advance by calling in or stopping by our Garden Center
    • Light refreshments will be available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks

 

  • September 21st:  "Fall Field Tour and Wine Tasting"  5:30pm - 7:30pm 

         Brought back by popular demand, our Fall Field Tour is a can’t miss event! Enjoy a wagon ride through our fields learning about all the varieties           of tree we grow. Perfect for a couples night out and enjoy a fall evening. 

    • Tour will be at 6pm 
    • Free admission
    • Light refreshments will be available

 

  • October 7th:  "Apples and Autumn" Fall planting and Fruit Tree Workshop  10am 

          Did you know fall is a perfect time to plant a tree? Fruit trees especially like being planted in cooler weather. Join us for a free seminar on our                varieties of fruiting and fall coloring trees. Learn how and where to plant your trees, starting an orchard, pruning, and seasonal maintenance                tasks. 

    • Free admission ~ Family friendly 
    • Presentation at 10am 

 

  • November 25th:  "Noel at the Nursery" Christmas Market  9am to 1pm 

         Support small business Saturday at our Greenhouse Christmas Market featuring our favorite local vendors and artisans. Shop fresh cut and                potted Christmas trees, evergreen arrangements, wreaths, greenery, and more! Start the Christmas season with unique gifts, holiday decor,                  sweet treats, and local handmade goods of all sorts. 

    • Free admission ~ Family friendly 

 

  • November 30th: "In the Garden" with Mrs. Claus  6pm to 8pm 

          Join us for our last “Make & Take” of the year. Create your own seasonal evergreen arrangement for your front porch or inside your house. 

    • RSVP in advance by calling in or stopping by our Garden Center
    • Variety of sizes and pots to choose from  

 

  • December 2nd: "Noel at the Nursery" Christmas Market  9am to 1pm

          Support small businesses at our Greenhouse Christmas Market featuring our favorite local vendors and artisans. Shop fresh cut and potted                  Christmas trees, evergreen arrangements, wreaths, greenery, and more! Start the Christmas season with unique gifts, holiday decor, sweet                  treats, and local handmade goods of all sorts. 

    • Free admission ~ Family friendly 

 

  • November 24th - December 22nd: Christmas Celebration 
    • Fresh Cut Christmas Trees
    • Fresh Evergreen Arrangements and Wreaths
    • Unique Gifts and Holiday Decor
    • Refreshments