PLEASE NOTE!
Meeting location
has now been changed to
St James Lutheran Church
871 Cavalier
Meeting are held at 7:30 pm
DATES TO REMEMBER
SJHS GARDEN NEWS
Hello Gardeners,
The garden is buzzing and some of that is from how great the volunteer response has been .
There are many more tasks that could be filled , some one time jobs some more regular, have a look at the list and see if there is something you would like to do if you haven't already participated as a volunteer.
List of Possible Volunteer Tasks
Onsite:
Saturday Mornings 9am
Wednesday Evenings 7pm
Shed Care, Tool Allocation, Assistance to Gardeners
Garbage - Prepare for pick up & Clean up
Utilities - Liaison with city road, Garbage & Water
Grounds Care - Mowing Whipper-snipping, pollinator garden, berm, shelter belt, spruce tree nursery
Plot Marker Placement
Photographers
"Ask Me" Mentors
Administrative:
Accounts Payable Admin - Collect & pay bills for gas, garbage, bags, toilet paper etc
Social and educational events planning
Fundraising
Thank You Notes
If you are interested in any of these tasks please contact volunteer coordinator
Karen, at karenc5454@oiutlook.com
Reminders to Gardeners
• Sign and return your agreement forms (there is important information and expectations communicated with in)
• Gardening in plots need to start before June 15 unless otherwise notified or risk losing your plot,
• It is important to remove weeds especially quackgrass as they can quickly take over and invade neighboring plots.
A Gentle Reminder About Garden Kindness
As our garden fills with new growth and busy hands, it’s a good moment to remind ourselves how much we all value this shared space. Each gardener puts time, care, and heart into their plants, and a little mindfulness goes a long way in keeping our community garden a welcoming place for everyone.
Please remember to tend only your own plot, handle shared areas with care, and be thoughtful when moving around others’ beds or trays. If you ever notice something that doesn’t seem quite right, a quiet word to a member of the Garden Committee helps us keep the garden safe and enjoyable for all.
Thank you for helping nurture not just your plants, but the spirit of kindness and respect that makes our garden community so special.
CONTACT US
Email: stjameshort@gmail.com
SJHS Website: stjameshorticulturalsociety.ca
– please visit if you would like to sign up for our newsletter
Facebook: St. James Horticultural Society
Instagram: st_james_horticultural_society
Address:
St. James Horticultural Society
Box 54027, 2533 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0L5
FLOWER ARRANGERS
A contemporary mass arrangement
HISTORY
The St. James Horticultural Society was organized in November 1914 by 13 St. James gardeners, during the First World War when Victory Gardens were encouraged and many plots were put under cultivation.
In November 1929, the Society applied to the Manitoba Government for a Certificate of Organization under the Manitoba Horticultural Societies Act, and received Certificate No. 8 dated December 1, 1929.
Around 1938, the St. James municipal council allowed the Society use of land in the north part of the city for annual competition plots. Cultivation of the area has continued ever since.
In 1965, the Society also began a test-plot project with the University of Manitoba Plant Science Department, giving members a broader field of usefulness and new keenness in their hobby.
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