Events
The Collective Intelligence of the Honey Bee: Exploring Their Symbolic Communication
Dr. David Peck, Director of Research and Education at Betterbee, Greenwich,CT
The honey bee colony has been termed a superorganism because this takes the form of morphologically specialized individuals, like queens or workers. Tasks and subtasks are divided between groups at different developmental stages leading to greater productivity. The term social physiology refers to mechanisms whereby members communicate and coordinate their activities. The dance language communication system to share foraging sites is complex, requiring cognitive mapping skills and is modified by the earth’s magnetic field. Dr. Peck will also explain and illustrate the intricate decision-making and communication involved in the decision to swarm and then locating a new home.
Native Bees Are Picky—What You Plant Matters
Sam Droege, Wildlife Biologist at USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, Laurel, MD
Why is there such a diversity in size, shape, color, odor and timing of bloom in our regional plants? It’s all about the native bees…and 200 million years later the bee and plant interactions have become more complex. Saving native bees and saving native plant diversity is complicated, involving much more than putting clover in your lawn. The details are fascinating.
SPONSORED BY THE WESTERN RESERVE LAND CONSERVANCY
MEADOWS FOR MONARCHS PROJECT
Inviting Monarchs to your Yard
Inviting Monarchs to your Yard
DESIGN YOUR POLLINATOR PLOT
January 29, 2025
6:00 -7:00 P.M.
VIA ZOOM
Get your pencils ready as we discuss how to begin
the pollinator plot design process as part of the Monarch for Meadows Project. Experts from The Dawes Arboretum will share tips and tricks to begin your monarch habitat transformation. This session will include how to design habitat that will meet the needs of any landscape size and type.
Join live online session or catch up by watching replay.
NORTH CENTRAL OHIO POLLINATOR PATHWAY
Planting the Future
Planting the Future
Renewing the Land with Native Plants, Wildlife Corridors and Outdoor Learning Spaces
Saturday, February 1, 2025
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Ohio Wesleyan University
Hamilton-Williams Campus Center | Benes Room |
40 Rowland Ave. | Delaware, OH
Join the North Central Ohio Pollinator Pathway for a half day summit to explore ways to expand and connect pollinator habitat across Delaware and Licking County.
photo by Ian Meske
LEARN FROM BEE EXPERT SAM DROEGE
The best place for native bees is in your garden
The best place for native bees is in your garden
POLLINATOR PATHWAY WEBINAR
February 4, 2025
6:30 - 8:00 P.M.
VIA ZOOM
Author and renowned bee expert Sam Droege takes us on a deep dive into the relationship between native plants and native bees. Discover why native bees are so important and how our landscaping practices impact these keystone species. Learn more about the plants needed by our rarest “specialist” bees who gather pollen from a single family, genus, or even a single plant species, and are most in need of conservation.
photo by Ian Meske
DINNER & DOCUMENTARY
Insecticides: A License to Kill
Insecticides: A License to Kill
DENISON UNIVERSITY | HUFFMAN DINING HALL PRESIDENTS ROOM
Monday, March 3, 2025
5:30 P.M.
The insect apocalypse is here. For decades, scientists have recorded plummeting insect numbers around the world. The documentary film INSECTICIDES: A LICENSE TO KILL makes a powerful case that neonicotinoids are to blame for this dramatic ecological collapse.
Doors open at 5 p.m. for dinner. Film begins at 5:30. Run time: 58 minutes.
FEBRUARY 8, 2025
Winter Sowing Workshop in partnership with Planted in Pataskala & Pataskala Rotary. Location & registration details coming soon!
GROW YOUR OWN NATIVE PLANTS
Winter Seed Sowing Workshop
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
1:15 - 3 p.m.
Bryn Du Art Center | 537 Jones Road | Granville
SPONSORED BY THE LICKING COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER FOR 60+ ADULTS
Growing native plants from seed is relatively straightforward, but the timing and techniques are different than those used for tender annuals and vegetable garden plants like cucumbers or tomatoes. Learn a simple method to germinate and grow native Ohio plants from seed–no greenhouse, grow lights or other fancy equipment required!
$10/person | Registration managed by LCCC
MEADOWS FOR MONARCHS PROJECT
Site Preparation
Site Preparation
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
6:00 - 7:00 P.M.
VIA ZOOM
Ensuring that your planting site is prepared and ready for seeds/plants is vital to the success of your meadow habitat. Join experts from The Dawes Arboretum as we discuss various approaches for site preparation that can be used.
LED BY THE DAWES ARBORETUM & SPONSORED BY U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE PARTNERS FOR FISH AND WILDLIFE
Join live online session which includes Q&A with experts from The Dawes Arboretum or catch up later by watching recording.
LICKING COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS
Saving Pollinators/Saving Ourselves
Saving Pollinators/Saving Ourselves
22nd Annual Four Seasons of Gardening Conference
Saturday, March 29, 2025
OSU Newark Campus | J. Gilbert Reese Center
1209 University Drive | Newark
8:30am - 3:30 pm
PLANT CHOICES FOR A CHANGING CLIMATE
Creating Climate-Resilient Landscapes
Creating Climate-Resilient Landscapes
April 29, 2025 | 7-8 p.m.
Granville Public Library | 217 E. Broadway
Is your home landscape prepared for the challenges of a changing climate? Learn how to create a beautiful, resilient yard with trees, shrubs, and perennials that can weather extreme conditions like heavy rains and droughts. Discover plant choices that not only enhance your landscape but also absorb carbon and support pollinators and local food webs. Presented by Go Green Granville and Pollinator Pathway of Licking County, this program will explore sustainable landscape design principles, climate-resilient plant options and innovations in sustainable lawn care.
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
POLLINATOR PATHWAY
Cultivating Backyard Habitat for Pollinators in Every Season
Cultivating Backyard Habitat for Pollinators in Every Season
with Dr. Desirée Narango
LICKING PARK DISTRICT
Outdoor Adventures
Outdoor Adventures
Saturday, June 7, 2025
12- 5 p.m.
Infirmary Mound Park
4351 Lancaster Rd. | Granville
Visit the Pollinator Pathway booth for a free native plant!
Food Trucks | Farm Petting Zoo | Rock Climbing | Archery | Bounce Houses | Crafts | + much more!
LICKING PARK DISTRICT
Harvest Moon Festival
Harvest Moon Festival
Saturday, October 4, 2025
12- 5 p.m.
Infirmary Mound Park
4351 Lancaster Rd. | Granville
Visit the Pollinator Pathway booth for a free native plant!
Food Trucks | Farm Petting Zoo | Rock Climbing | Archery | Carriage Rides | Bounce Houses | Crafts | Pumpkin Painting | + much more!
JOIN US FOR FUTURE WORKSHOPS & EVENTS
Artwork by Morgan Seidling, a Pataskala-based artist & Pollinator Pathway supporter.
Dates to celebrate
National Seed Swap Day: January 27
National Invasive Species Awareness Week: February 26- March 3
Ohio Native Plant Month: April
Earth Day: April 22
Arbor Day: April 30
Stewardship Week: April 30-May 7
American Wetlands Month: May
World Bee Day: May 20
National Pollinator Month: June
National Pollinator Week: June 19-25
National Moth Month: July
National Moth Week: July 22- 30
National Public Land Day: Sept 21
World Habitat Day: October 4
Soil Health Week: November 10-16
Wildlife Conservation Day: December 4