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  • Kristen Hoss – Energizing the Ecology

    Northwest Regional Library 3151 N University Dr,, coral springs, FL, United States

    Kristen is an educator and ecological consultant who coordinates the Florida Master Naturalist program in Broward County, produces in-school environmental and science education programs, and provides expertise for ecological surveys and monitoring. She has a BS in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, a Masters in Conservation Ecology, and Wildlife Sciences and over 30 years of experience […]

  • Edwin Sandoval, Creating Kokedamas

    Northwest Regional Library 3151 N University Dr,, coral springs, FL, United States

    As the founder of Ritzy Blooms, Edwin combines his passion for nature with his creative background in graphic design, web design, and visual arts to create floral and botanical designs that are both beautiful and meaningful. His journey began not in a flower shop, but at home, where a love for gardening inspired him to […]

  • Paige Aldred, Transport and Ecology of Benthic Harmful Dinoflagellates in the Indian River Lagoon

    Northwest Regional Library 3151 N University Dr,, coral springs, FL, United States

    Paige Aldred is a Master's student in Biology at Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, where she studies harmful algal blooms in the Indian River Lagoon under the mentorship of Dr. Brian Lapointe. Her research focuses on benthic dinoflagellates, water quality, and the environmental factors that influence Florida's coastal ecosystems.

  • Jellyfish Museum

    Jellyfish Museum 199 N Ocean Blvd, , Pompano Beach, FL, United States

    What's Inside The Jellyfish Museum is home to up to 25 unique species of jellyfish collected from different corners of the world’s oceans. Here, you can discover both cold-water and warm-water species, presented in an extraordinary variety of sizes, shapes, and mesmerizing colors. Thanks to our specially designed aquariums, you don’t need to dive into […]

  • Janine Griffiths – The Philosophy of Weeding

    Northwest Regional Library 3151 N University Dr,, coral springs, FL, United States

    The Philosophy of Weeding/December 10, 2026 Janine is a landscape designer whose experience ranges from working as a child on her family’s nursery in Homestead, Florida, to working with high-end interior plantscape companies in New York City, to working with local native and specialty nurseries in Broward County. A fourth-generation gardener and landscape designer, Janine […]

  • Dr. Julieta Ross, The Art and Science of Grafting Mangoes

    Northwest Regional Library 3151 N University Dr,, coral springs, FL, United States

    As a Master Gardener, Dr. Ross brings extensive knowledge of horticulture and environmental science. Learn how grafting techniques can improve mango production and discover practical tips for growing in South […]

  • Stephanie LaRusso – How to Clean Up, Separate, and Repot Your Bromeliads

    Northwest Regional Library 3151 N University Dr,, coral springs, FL, United States

    Bromeliads Live is a hands-on bromeliad care workshop with no projector necessary! Perfect for those who like to get their hands dirty. Stephanie will bring in a variety of bromeliads […]

  • Chris Maler – Landscape Design

    Northwest Regional Library 3151 N University Dr,, coral springs, FL, United States

    Chris Maler, FCHP, FFLCP, is a professional horticulturist, garden designer, and consultant. He is a native south Floridian, and has been in horticulture in Broward county since 1987. His professional […]

  • Tony Millet – Rare Plants

    Northwest Regional Library 3151 N University Dr,, coral springs, FL, United States

    Tony Millet has been growing orchids for 30 years, hybridizing orchids for 20 years. He enjoys making hybrids using hard to find, rare, or different color forms of species. Many […]