From the quiet rhythm of a Guided Bird Walk to the expert techniques shared in our Pruning Workshop, spring at Secrest is about more than just watching the world bloom—it’s about getting involved. Whether you're looking to sharpen your gardening skills or simply want to enjoy a Guided Tree Walk through our changing landscape, there is an experience waiting for you here.
Coming Events
March 5, 2026 – Pruning Workshop, 9 am – 2 pm at the Secrest Welcome and Education Center. Registration required, $35 fee
March 12, 2026 – Guided Tree Walk, 1 – 2:30 pm at the Secrest Welcome and Education Center. Registration encouraged.
March 13, 2026 – Master Gardener Volunteer Gathering, 11 am – 1 pm at the Miller Pavilion.
April 9, 2026 – Guided Tree Walk, 1 – 2:30 pm at the Secrest Welcome and Education Center. Registration encouraged.
April 11, 2026 – Guided Bird Walk, 9 am – 11 am. Meet at the Secrest Welcome and Education Center. For more information, contact Brenda Meese at blmeese@mac.com
April 22, 2026 – Earth Day
April 24, 2026 – Arbor Day
May 8, 2026 – Friends of Secrest Members Only Plant Discovery Day Presale, 3 – 4 pm at the Secrest Welcome and Education Center.
May 9, 2026 -Spring Plant Discovery Day Plant Sale, 9 am – 1 pm at the Secrest Welcome and Education Center.
May 14, 2026 – Guided Tree Walk, 1 – 2:30 pm at the Secrest Welcome and Education Center. Registration encouraged.
May 22, 2026 – GOOD AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES MANDATORY TRAINING for ALL MASTER GARDENER VOLUNTEERS, 10:30 am to 12 pm at the Secrest Welcome and Education Center
May 29, 2026 - Music at the Arboretum, 6:30 – 8:30 pm in the Streeter Amphitheater. See details about the performance below.
2026 Music at the Arboretum
All concerts are scheduled for 6:30 pm at the John Streeter Garden Amphitheater. During inclement weather, concerts move inside to the Secrest Welcome & Education Center.
Friday, May 29
Josee McGee & Jackson Boling
Josee & Jackson began playing together in 2020. They have a keen ability to harmonize and represent classic (and should-be-classic) tunes from a variety of eras and genres using thoughtful guitar and vocal arrangements.
Friday, June 26
Esto Jazz
Esto Jazz is an instrumental group that performs a variety of contemporary jazz, pop, standards, and original compositions. Bob Esterle plays saxophones, Dominic Reto keyboards, Warren Henry bass, and J.R. Richley drums.
Friday, July 24
Freedom Brass Band
A group of both professional and amateur musicians, the Freedom Brass Band performs the very best in brass music from the classics, opera, show tunes, marches, popular tunes, and big band music. Directed by Tucker Jolly, their concerts are always entertaining.
Friday, August 14
3 Birds and The Wire
The “3 Birds” are Dianne Palmer, Cindy Smith, and Debra Rose. Their voices blend perfectly, providing an exciting show with broad appeal. Helping the ladies soar to new heights of harmony is “The Wire” – Music Director/Arranger Mike Elkins on keyboard, Lovest Watson III bass, Sonny Neal drums, and Robert Hoffman reeds.
Helpful Links
https://secrest.osu.edu - Find links to events, plant collections at the Secrest Arboretum, Master Gardener Volunteers, and past and present newsletters.
https://www.friendsofsecrest.com - Find links to Friends of Secrest Arboretum membership, donations, and events sponsored by the group.
https://bygl.osu.edu Buckeye Yard and Garden onLine - Find articles written by Extension, nursery, landscape, and turf team members that benefit both home and professional gardeners.
Newsletter Team: Janet Broda, Sue Cook, Karen Edgington, Pat Warner, Paul Snyder