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How-to classes, seminars, and make it/take workshops for both kids and adults from our garden experts.

December72019
Christmas, McDonald Garden Center
CHRISTMAS KICKOFF
Saturday, December 7, 2019
Independence Boulevard Location

Time to celebrate the season at the Independence location for our annual holiday event! Grab a cup of warm apple cider, snuggle up by the fire in our fresh cut tree lot, and peruse our wide selection of holiday décor to find the perfect gift for a loved one, host/hostess, or as a pre-holiday treat for yourself! Shop our wide selection of lights, wreaths, and lifelike trees to de-Grinchify your home for the holidays. We'll have all day tastings of our McDonald Garden Center jams, jellies, sauces and more to inspire those holiday dishes.

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December72019
HOW TO CREATE A HOLIDAY TABLESCAPE
Saturday, December 7, 2019 • 9:30AM-10:00AM
Independence Boulevard

For many of us, it’s only a couple times a year that we clear the laundry, soccer balls, unopened mail, etc. off of our dining room tables and make room for friends and family. What better way to set the scene for making memories than a beautiful, holiday tablescape? Our experts will give you all the quick tips you need to transform your style into a little sparkle this season. Demonstration is FREE. Walk-ins welcome, no registration required. Seating is limited.

December72019
KIDS' TABLETOP CHRISTMAS TREE WORKSHOP
Saturday, December 7, 2019 • 11AM
Independence Boulevard & Great Neck Locations

Kids love decorating the tree, so start them off right with this fun workshop where they'll plant and light-up their very own mini Norfolk Island Pine tree and paint a festive pot. They’ll love stringing the lights and making merry in this festive workshop where everyone gets to take some Christmas cheer home along with them. Cost $15, includes instruction and all supplies. Supplies include one 4-inch Norfolk Island Pine, 5-inch terra-cotta pot and saucer, Invisilites, potting soil and paint supplies.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. WALK-INS ACCEPTED WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

Price: 
$15.00
Date: 
Saturday, December 7, 2019 - 11:00am
Location: 
Independence Boulevard
December72019
Holiday Bow Making, McDonald Garden Center
BOW MAKING
Saturday, December 7, 2019 • 11:30AM-12:00PM
Independence Boulevard

There’s nothing like a handmade bow to personalize your holidays. Whether it’s adding that special touch to a gift, or customizing your décor, our experts will share all their inside tips on this time-honored McDonald Garden Center tradition. Demonstration is FREE. Walk-ins welcome, no registration required. Seating is limited.

December72019
Christmas, McDonald Garden Center
SANTA IS COMING TO YOUR LOCAL CHRISTMAS SHOPPE
Saturday, December 7, 2019 • 12-3PM
Independence Boulevard Location

Santa is coming to your local Christmas Shoppe, Saturday, December 7, 2019, from 12-3PM, at our Independence location. Join us for a fun, family experience sure to get everyone in the Christmas spirit. Come and visit Santa and tell him all your holiday wishes. Our magical Christmas wonderland is the perfect backdrop for your holiday photos so, bring your camera or cell phone for photos with Santa.

December72019
Christmas Kickoff, McDonald Garden Center
EASY HOLIDAY DECORATING WITH LIGHTS
Saturday, December 7, 2019 • 1:30pm-2:00pm
Independence Boulevard Location

Whether you want to create an over the top winter wonderland or a tranquil spot of holiday cheer, we have everything you need to set your home aglow this holiday season. Our lighting experts will share all of our tips and tricks to help you add a festive glow to mantels, centerpieces, tabletops and more. This is one session you don’t want to miss!! Demonstration is FREE. Walk-ins welcome, no registration required. Seating is limited.

December72019
Fresh Holiday Greens, McDonald Garden Center
HOW TO MAKE A FRESH GREENS PORCH POT
Saturday, December 7, 2019, 3:30PM-4:00PM
Independence Boulevard

The scent of fresh greens is one of our favorite parts of the holiday season. But not only are they aromatic, they’re beautiful and fit seamlessly into any outdoor décor. Our experts will take you through how to create a gorgeous fresh greens porch pot that’s sure to help welcome guests into your home all season. Demonstration is FREE. Walk-ins welcome, no registration required. Seating is limited.

December142019
Fresh Magnolia Wreath Workshop
Saturday, December 14, 2019 • 2:00PM
Independence & Great Neck Locations

What's the best way to get into the spirit of the season? Decking the halls! And, there's nothing quite like the look of a fresh-cut magnolia wreath- perfect for your front door or anywhere in your home. We'll take you step-by-step, from start to finishing bow. Cost $30, includes instruction and all supplies. Supplies include one 16-inch, wire wreath frame, fresh magnolia, florist wire and ribbon. Pre-payment online is recommended to reserve your spot; however, walk-ins are welcome while supplies last.

Price: 
$30.00
Date: 
Saturday, December 14, 2019 - 2:00pm
Location: 
1144 Independence Boulevard Virginia Beach VA 23455
December222019
Georgia Peach Truck, McDonald Garden Center
GEORGIA PEACH TRUCK CITRUS & PECANS
Sunday, December 22, 2019 • 12:00PM-1:00PM
Independence Boulevard Location ONLY

The Georgia Peach is coming to town, Sunday, December 22, 2019, 12:00PM-1:00PM. The truck will offer boxes of mandarin oranges and bags of shelled pecans direct from Georgia.

PRICING:
Satsuma Mandarins - 1 Box, Approximately 20 Pounds, $48
Kishu Mandarins - 1 Box, Approximately 10 Pounds $48
Shelled Pecans - 1 Bag, Approximately 1 Pound, $17

Free mesh bags for gifting smaller portions to friends, family, and neighbors!

Click here for info on Satsumas and Kishus Mandarins

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Nov 29toDec 12019
Green Friday, McDonald Garden Center
GREEN FRIDAY WEEKEND
Friday-Sunday, November 29 - December 1, 2019

Looking for an alternative to the holiday shopping madness? Skip the long lines and unruly crowds at the mall and shopping center and experience the magic of McDonald Christmas Shoppe – a twinkling, winter wonderland filled with this holiday season's most unique and sought-after collection of decor and gift selection anywhere in Hampton Roads. So, grab a friend and take advantage of the HUGE SAVINGS on trees, trimmings, holiday blooms, gifts, and more all weekend long.

November8-102019
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
Friday-Sunday • November 8-10, 2019 • 9am - 6pm
Independence and Great Neck Locations

Bring out the holly, roast some chestnuts, and get ready to lords-a-leap into the holidays with McDonald Garden Center’s annual Holiday Open House! Three days of sparkling, season, splendor with displays and deals so darling, even the Grinch’s heart will grow with glee. Come for the cider, but leave with a carol in your heart. Featured themes include: Starfish Wishes, On the Beach Time, Believe, Flowers of Christmas, Chartreuse Garden, She Shed, Santa Around the World, Happy Paw-lidays and more!

October262019
KIDS' PUMPKIN PALS WORKSHOP
Saturday, October 26, 2019 • 11AM
Independence & Great Neck Locations

These quirky pumpkins are sure to be a treat as they greet trick or treaters on your front doorstep this Halloween. Kids will love creating their very own pumpkin pal using a variety of themed faces and silly expressions. Workshop includes a carving pumpkin, your choice of mermaid, superhero, cat or assorted funny face character foam decals and paint. Cost $6, includes instructions and all supplies. Brief workshop designed for ages 3 and up. Parental assistance required. ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. WALK-INS WILL BE TAKEN A LONG AS SUPPLIES ARE AVAILABLE.

October192019
MACY'S TEAL PUMPKIN KIDS' WORKSHOP
Saturday, October 19, 2019 • 11AM
Independence Boulevard Location

This season teal is the new orange! There are more than 3 million cases of food allergies every year. This means there’s a good chance that the mini monster, pint-sized princess, or small-scale superhero trick-or-treating at your door this Halloween may be one of them. McDonald Garden Center has teamed up Suzy Brophy, the author of Macy’s Teal Pumpkin, to help promote non-food treats for trick-or-treaters, such as glow sticks or small toys, as options for food-sensitive children.

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October19-202019
McDonald Garden Center Fall Fest, Fall Festival
FALL FEST 
Saturday & Sunday, October 19-20, 2019 • 9am-6pm
Independence Boulevard & Great Neck Locations

The grand finale of our fall schedule, the McDonald Garden Center Fall Fest is a customer favorite that our staff has been looking forward to all season! Yes, we will be bringing you some pretty awesome deals, but we also have lots of activities for all ages! Pumpkins, cider, crafts, photo booths, fall stuff….what is there to think about?

October172019
4-H GUARDIANS OF THE PLANET MEETING
4-H GUARDIANS OF THE PLANET MEETING (Ages 7-18)
Thursday, October 17, 2019 • 6:30PM
LOCATION: McDonald Garden Center 1144 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach 23455

McDonald Garden Center is a sponsor of a Virginia Beach 4-H Club, focusing on horticulture. The club is led by McDonald Garden Center owner and horticulturist, Eddie Anderson.

4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. The four-H's stand for: Head, Heart, Hands and Health. They represent the four points of the 4-H pledge: clearer thinking, greater loyalty, larger service, and better living.

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October11-132019
PANSY DAYS
Friday-Sunday, October 11-13 • 9am-6pm
Independence & Great Neck Locations

Q: What is a monkey's favorite flower?
A: A chimpPANSY?
That's just a taste of the fun you'll have at this highly anticipated, fall savings event where the area's prettiest pansies are prime for the pickin'. Great in containers or as part of the landscape, a bit of color warms a home like the garden version of a hot toddy.

September282019
GRILLIN' IN THE GARDEN
Saturday, September 28, 2019 • 11AM-2PM
Independence Boulevard & Great Neck Locations

The grill is hot, but the savings are sizzlin’! Come join us for the Grillin’ in the Garden customer appreciation event where we treat you, our beloved and valued patrons, to a FREE hot dog, chips, and a drink, from 11am-2pm. We’re firing up the dogs, but we’ve set fire to fall savings to say thanks for visiting us throughout the year. So come out, bring the family, and enjoy a bit of sear this season.

September21-222019
MAKE A SCARECROW, MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Saturday & Sunday, September 21-22, 2019 • 9am-4pm
Independence Boulevard Location ONLY

McDonald Garden Center is proud to announce the 24th annual Make a Scarecrow event, a partnership with CHKD that has raised more than $300,000! Bring the family to create your very own, custom, life-size scarecrow. We provide the supplies - all you need to bring is your creativity! Make a tradition, make a difference…Make a Scarecrow.

Cost $30, includes instructions and all supplies. A portion of the proceeds ($25) benefit CHKD. Come on out and have a great time supporting a great cause! Register here or in stores. Walk-ins are welcome, while supplies last.

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September13-152019
MUM MANIA
September 13-15, 2019 • 9am-6pm
Independence Boulevard & Great Neck Locations

Mum is definitely NOT the word when it comes to the savings during Mum Mania! This fall favorite event has more holiday spirit than a pumpkin latte with savings on all your favorite seasonal items. Speaking of pumpkins, don’t forget to visit our deco center to spruce up your space!