Workshops & Walk Abouts
From free walk abouts to hands-on workshops, here’s where you’ll find every upcoming event at Berns.
Choose Your Experience
Guided tours through the garden centers and greenhouses led by our garden experts. Free to attend. Registration below.
Make-and-take classes like porch pots, terrariums, and spring dish gardens. Your purchase reserves your spot and your supplies.
Fall Garden Walkabout
What to cut, what to keep, & what to plant now
Saturday, October 17
11 am - Middletown
2 pm - Beavercreek
Join us for a free, informal walk through our garden spaces as we talk about how to prepare your garden beds for winter. We’ll cover which plants respond well to pruning, which ones are best left standing to provide food and shelter for wildlife, and good pruning practices for a variety of perennials and shrubs.
Have a question about something growing in your own garden? Bring your questions and photos! We’ll be happy to help you figure out the best way to care for your particular plants.
Let’s put the garden to bed and give it everything it needs to wake up beautifully next spring.
Past Events
Take a look at some of our past workshops and walkabouts. We hope you'll join us for a future event!
Harvest Succulent Workshop
Workshop attendees created one-of-a-kind fall displays using specialty gourds, succulents and natural embellishments. These long-lasting creations are made to adorn their homes throughout the fall season and no two are alike!
Build Your Own Terrarium
At our Build Your Own Terrarium event, customers chose a medium or large container and we provided everything else needed to build it. Each guest left with a little living world of their own, something they could keep forever.
Orchid Repotting
This free Orchid Repotting Workshop invited customers to bring their own 2 to 6 inch orchid and repot it alongside Berns staff and special guest Teresa Huesman, a member of the Greater Cincinnati Orchid Society and the Miami Valley Orchid Society. Teresa covered basic orchid care and shared tips and tricks for growing healthy orchids, then walked attendees through the repotting process step by step. Everyone left with a freshly repotted orchid and the know-how to keep it thriving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Walk Abouts really free?
Yes! These sessions are our way of giving back to the community and supporting our values of sustainability, shopping local, and sharing 70 years of gardening expertise. As a locally owned and operated garden center, we are committed to educating and empowering our community to grow confidently while making environmentally conscious choices.
How long do Walk Abouts last?
Each session typically lasts 30-45 minutes, depending on the topic and engagement from attendees.
Who will be leading the Walk Abouts?
Our horticulture experts and knowledgeable staff will guide you through each Walk About, sharing insights, answering questions, and offering hands-on demonstrations. Many of our team members are Master Nursery Technicians, trained in best horticultural practices to provide expert-level guidance. You’ll get firsthand advice from certified professionals passionate about plants and sustainability.
What if it rains?
Walk Abouts will be held, rain or shine! We embrace Mother Nature, and if the weather takes a turn, we’ll move the session under shelter or into one of our greenhouses. Dress accordingly and join us for a great learning experience—rain or shine!
Why Attend a Walk About?
✔ Hands-On Learning: Gain expert insights from our seasoned horticulturists.
✔ Actionable Takeaways: Walk away with practical gardening techniques.
✔ Community Connection: Meet fellow plant lovers and share ideas.
✔ Absolutely FREE: No cost—just bring your curiosity!
What if I can’t attend?
No worries! We’ll continue offering Walk Abouts throughout the season. Keep an eye on our schedule and sign up for the next one.
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