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2007-2008 PROGRAMS:
  • For each meeting, please RSVP and let us know you’re coming!
  • Meeting times, unless otherwise stated, are as follows: set-up, snacks and socializing begin at 6:30pm, and guest speaker begins promptly at 7:00pm followed by DesNet business and more networking.
  • There are no meetings fees for members and first-time guests who are considering DesNet membership. Non-members may also attend for a fee of $10.

September

13th - Thursday at 7:30pm
Donahaven “Summer Nights and Lights” Tour
A private tour of Donahaven, focusing on the extensive landscape lighting. Although the tour officially begins at 8:30pm when there is adequate darkness, we can begin gathering at the property at 7:30pm. Feel free to bring snacks and beverages to share while we wait for tour to begin.

25th - Tuesday at 6:00pm
North Coast Perennials - Nursery Tour
An exclusive tour of North Coast Perennials and a post-tour picnic in their gardens. Don’t miss this chance to see what’s available to add more color to our projects.

October

23rd - Tuesday
Annual Business Meeting
Our traditional start of the DesNet season to discuss our goals, share ideas for strengthening our association, enjoy great food and drink, and connect with old and new friends.

November

27th - Tuesday
“Creating Seasonal Business”
An abbreviated business meeting followed by an activity demonstrating how to extend your services into the holiday seasons. Presented by Maggie Fusco, Phyllis Roche and Linda Graham.

December

11th - Tuesday
Annual Holiday Gathering

January

Tuesday-29th
Pruning Lecture
Mike Byers of Home Horticultural Services, Inc. will discuss the fine art of pruning at our meeting, followed by a hands-on session.

February

Saturday-2nd at 10:00
Pruning Lab
Mike Byers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques so we can practice what we learned. Please dress for the weather and bring your own pruning supplies.

Tuesday-26th
Color Your Garden with Foliage
Bill Hendricks, President of Klyn Nurseries Inc. in Perry will be our speaker.

March

Tueday-25th
Landscape Lighting Trends
Linda Otto of Cascade Lighting will share the latest trends in lighting for enhancing your landscapes.