Oliver Nurseries

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The Rose revival is real! This nostalgic garden standard is back. Come learn from Melanie how to select and pair roses that best suit your garden conditions and style.
Kick off Mother's Day weekend with our talk, which is free and open to all. Sign up on our events page to save a spot at <a href="https://olivernurseries.com/events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">olivernurseries.com/events/</a>. 
Onsite that day, grab a coffee and sandwich from Suburbia Sandwich Co, explore custom handknits from Karma Knitted and put your name in our raffle to win gifts for yourself or the gardener in your life. We look forward to seeing you at the nursery!

Local Event: Roses with Melanie Fox

Fairfield County

Fairfield

Connecticut

Roses with Melanie Fox


The Rose revival is real! This nostalgic garden standard is back. Come learn from Melanie how to select and pair roses that...

<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/26955346/20260415/121759/full-series-desk-handout-version-spring-2026-plein-air-garden-series-85-x-11-in___15121758318.jpg" id="Full Series Desk Handout VERSION Spring 2026 Plein Air Garden Series (8.5 x 11 in).png" data-image="Full Series Desk Handout VERSION Spring 2026 Plein Air Garden Series (8.5 x 11 in).png"></figure>Get a helping hand from Andrea as she coaches you on the design and planting of a container to bring home. Learn the nuances of combining color, texture and form to create a cohesive and impactful combination. Course fee includes your choice of one of several styles of Campania pots, up to 5 plants, soil, fertilizer and refreshments for while you work!Sign up to attend this class at&nbsp;<a href="https://olivernurseries.com/events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">olivernurseries.com/events/</a>We look forward to seeing you at the nursery!

Local Event: Design & Build Your Own Container Planting with Andrea Busk

Design & Build Your Own Container Planting with...

Get a helping hand from Andrea as she coaches you on the design and planting of a container to bring home. Learn the nuances of...

Design & Build Your Own Container Planting with Andrea Busk

<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/26955346/20260503/021318/full-series-desk-handout-version-spring-2026-plein-air-garden-series-85-x-11-in___03141317661.jpg" id="Full Series Desk Handout VERSION Spring 2026 Plein Air Garden Series (8.5 x 11 in).png" data-image="Full Series Desk Handout VERSION Spring 2026 Plein Air Garden Series (8.5 x 11 in).png"></figure>Explore the principles of foundation planting design and renovation using examples of transformations by Oliver Design Associates. Find inspiration for the harmonious union of architecture and landscape on your property! Our plein air events are held outside on our design terrace. Open and free to all. Please pre-register to let us know you are coming!

Local Event: Design Inspirations: Foundation Plantings with Derrick Shuhart

Design Inspirations: Foundation Plantings with...

Explore the principles of foundation planting design and renovation using examples of transformations by Oliver Design...

Design Inspirations: Foundation Plantings with Derrick Shuhart

Get a helping hand from Andrea as she coaches you on the design and planting of a container to bring home. Learn the nuances of combining color, texture and form to create a cohesive and impactful combination. Course fee includes your choice of one of several styles of Campania pots, up to 5 plants, soil, fertilizer and refreshments for while you work!
Sign up to attend this class at&nbsp;<a href="https://olivernurseries.com/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">olivernurseries.com/events/</a>
We look forward to seeing you at the nursery!
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Tap into the wisdom of Miranda, as she shares her sage advice for growing vegetables in your garden. Then make your selections from Homefront Farmers, who will be on site selling their organic, non-GMO transplants grown from Row 7 Seeds. Row 7 breeds for flavor, nutrition and sustainability under the guidance of Dan Barber of Blue Hill at Stone Barns. Be a part of the seed-to-table movement! Our plein air talks are held outdoors on our Design Terrace and are free and open to all. Please pre-register to let us know that you are coming!

Local Event: Vegetable Gardening Tips and Tricks with Miranda Gould of Homefront Farmers

Vegetable Gardening Tips and Tricks with...

Tap into the wisdom of Miranda, as she shares her sage advice for growing vegetables in your garden. Then make your selections...

Vegetable Gardening Tips and Tricks with Miranda Gould of Homefront Farmers

An artist walks into a nursery….and so the idea for this partnership began! Come be inspired by the multi-talented Richard Killeaney as he shares his techniques for growing and dyeing with plants. Richard will share examples of his dye work and have natural-dyed silk scarves and tote bags available for purchase. Preview his work on Instagram @ocheltreedesign Our plein air talks are held outdoors on our Design Barn Terrace and are open and free to all. Please pre-register to let us know that you are coming!

Local Event: Plants to Dye for with Richard Killeaney

Plants to Dye for with Richard Killeaney

An artist walks into a nursery….and so the idea for this partnership began! Come be inspired by the multi-talented Richard...

Gretchen Patterson

Alfred Branch

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Bridgeport

New York City Metropolitan Area

Westport

RJ Scofield

Trumbull

Vincent Salzo

Stratford

Hayleigh Evans

Weston-Redding-Easton

Norwalk

Wilton

Monroe

New Haven County

Chris Rhatigan 

Milford

New Canaan

Nichols United Methodist Church

A night to remember! The West Point Brass Quintet rounds out our Spaghetti Supper and Concert Season for this year.&nbsp; Please join us for a night of delicious food, wonderful music and great fellowship.&nbsp; On Saturday, May 9th the supper will begin at 5:30 pm in Fellowship Hall followed by a 7:00 pm Concert in the Sanctuary. Supper includes salad, bread, spaghetti&nbsp;supper, dessert and coffee.&nbsp; Look for us in September for our 2026-2027 season.Dinner $15&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Senior $14&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Kids-$5&nbsp; &nbsp; Meatball- $1Concert is free will donation

Local Event: Spaghetti Supper (5:30pm) and Concert (7:00pm) West Point Brass Quintet!

Spaghetti Supper (5:30pm) and Concert (7:00pm)...

 A night to remember! The West Point Brass Quintet rounds out our Spaghetti Supper and Concert Season for this year.  Please...

Spaghetti Supper (5:30pm) and Concert (7:00pm) West Point Brass Quintet!

Trevi Lounge

Scandalous Saturdays Burlesque celebrates five years of monthly shows! Join award-winning nightlife entertainer Professor M as Connecticut's longest-running monthly burlesque show parties down with a cast saluting our Scandalous past, present, and future.
What's more, we'll raise funds for&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.mhconn.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">Mental Health Connecticut</a>, a long-standing nonprofit agency that partners with individuals, families, and communities to create environments that support long-term health and wellness.
Cast: Champagne Vixen Happy Bunbun Ladybird Vixen Miss Frankie Eleanor Ryder Die
Stage kitten: Shadow Queen
Music by: DJ Sweet Cheeks
Hosted by: Professor M
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for showtime at 7 p.m. Seated tickets $25, and standing room tickets $15.&nbsp;Ages 21 and older, please.
Enter our raffle! Multiple prize baskets will be up for bid at the show PLUS an online-exclusive raffle package is available now in a 10-ticket bundle for $10. All raffle ticket sales will benefit Mental Health Connecticut.
Join us for burlesque! Known as the art of the tease, burlesque is a versatile, open-ended artform welcome to all genders, presentations, body shapes and sizes,&nbsp;celebrating life and body autonomy through glamour, striptease, live singing, circus arts and more.
What other surprises and thrills are in store as Scandalous strolls down memory lane? Come see!
For more information: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.theprofessorm.com/shows" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.theprofessorm.com/shows</a>

Local Event: Scandalous Saturdays Burlesque 5th Anniversary & Benefit Show

Scandalous Saturdays Burlesque 5th Anniversary...

Scandalous Saturdays Burlesque celebrates five years of monthly shows! Join award-winning nightlife entertainer Professor M as...

Scandalous Saturdays Burlesque 5th Anniversary & Benefit Show

Mertens Theatre

We wanted to take a moment to personally invite you to be our guests at this year's The 2026 Parker Project Benefit Concert on Saturday, May 9th at 7:00pm at Mertens Theater in Bridgeport. We will be awarding one $5,000 and one $2,500 Scholarship to Fairfield County graduating high school Seniors who are going on to Major or Minor in Dance, Choreography, Voice and/or Musical Theater. We have a notable panel of adjudicators from the dance and musical theater world who will be selecting the recipients.&nbsp; All tickets and donations are 100% Tax Deductible.&nbsp; For tickets scan the QR Code below - they will be held for you at the Box Office.&nbsp; Join us for an evening of song and dance that SUPPORTS THE ARTS AND OUR COMMUNITY!&nbsp; Thank you!<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/25906283/20260407/025703/26-pp-poster-1___07145702390.jpg" id="26_PP_POSTER (1).jpg" data-image="26_PP_POSTER (1).jpg"></figure>

Local Event: The 2026 PARKER PROJECT BENEFIT CONCERT - an evening of song and dance to raise funds for the ARTS

The 2026 PARKER PROJECT BENEFIT CONCERT - an...

We wanted to take a moment to personally invite you to be our guests at this year's The 2026 Parker Project Benefit Concert on...

The 2026 PARKER PROJECT BENEFIT CONCERT - an evening of song and dance to raise funds for the ARTS

Rockwell Dance Center, 18 Lindeman Drive, Trumbull, CT 06611

Rockwell Dance Center invites you to AUDITION for their Ballet Company and Scholarships on Monday, May 11th, 4:45-7:30pm.&nbsp; Audition Fee of $10 - Pre Registration is required.&nbsp; This audition will be adjudicated by an outside professional.&nbsp; Ages 10 and Up - bring pointe shoes if applicable.&nbsp; For more information call 203-502-8315.
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Local Event: BALLET COMPANY and SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join us for a great dance experience!

BALLET COMPANY and SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join...

Rockwell Dance Center invites you to AUDITION for their Ballet Company and Scholarships on Monday, May 11th, 4:45-7:30pm. ...

BALLET COMPANY and SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join us for a great dance experience!

Wilton Quaker Meeting

Our Place (Earth) in the Universe

Astrophysicist Dr. Lachlan Lancaster&nbsp;Monday , May 11 20266:30 PM in-person gathering ; 6:45 PM Zoom check-in ; 7:00PM program

Local Event: Humanists and Freethinkers of Fairfield County

Humanists and Freethinkers of Fairfield County

Our Place (Earth) in the Universe

Astrophysicist Dr. Lachlan Lancaster Monday , May 11 20266:30 PM in-person gathering ; 6:45...

Rockwell Dance Center invites you to AUDITION for their Hip Hop Company and Scholarships on Wednesday, May 13th, 6:00-8:00pm.&nbsp; Audition Fee of $10 - Pre Registration is required.&nbsp; This audition will be adjudicated by an outside professional.&nbsp; Ages 10 and Up - For more information call 203-502-8315.
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Local Event: HIP HOP COMPANY & SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join us for a great experience!

HIP HOP COMPANY & SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join...

Rockwell Dance Center invites you to AUDITION for their Hip Hop Company and Scholarships on Wednesday, May 13th, 6:00-8:00pm. ...

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Plants to Dye for with Richard Killeaney

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Spaghetti Supper (5:30pm) and Concert (7:00pm) West Point Brass Quintet!

Scandalous Saturdays Burlesque 5th Anniversary & Benefit Show

The 2026 PARKER PROJECT BENEFIT CONCERT - an evening of song and dance to raise funds for the ARTS

BALLET COMPANY and SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join us for a great dance experience!

Humanists and Freethinkers of Fairfield County

HIP HOP COMPANY & SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join us for a great experience!