A Beautiful Finish: Closing the Season with the Final Gardening Class

Celebrate a Season of Growth and Gardening

As summer begins to fade into fall, gardens take on a quieter beauty—rich colors, ripened blooms, and the satisfaction of a season well spent. This September, the Point Defiance–Ruston Senior Center invites you to celebrate the final chapter of its 2026 Gardening Series with one last opportunity to learn, connect, and prepare your garden for the seasons ahead.

Over the past months, this series has brought together gardeners of all experience levels to share ideas, build confidence, and enjoy the many rewards of tending something that grows. Now, we close the season with a class that ensures your efforts continue to bloom year after year.

Reflecting on a Season of Growth

Gardening is more than what we plant—it’s what we gain along the way. From the first sprouts of spring to the fullness of late summer, participants have experienced:

• Stronger bodies through gentle, consistent movement
• Calmer minds with time spent outdoors and in nature
• Continued learning through hands-on discovery
• Meaningful connections with fellow gardening enthusiasts
• A deep sense of accomplishment as gardens flourished

In the Pacific Northwest, each season brings its own rewards—and September is the perfect time to honor them.

🌼 Final Class in the 2026 Gardening Series

All classes are held at 1:00 PM at the Point Defiance–Ruston Senior Center:

September 24
How to Dig, Divide, and Store Dahlias
Presented by Shari Roberts
Learn the essential techniques to care for one of the Northwest’s most treasured flowers. This hands-on knowledge will help you preserve your dahlias through the الشتاء and enjoy even more vibrant blooms next year.

🌿 Keep Growing, Season After Season
While this may be the final class of the series, it’s far from the end of your gardening journey. The skills, friendships, and inspiration you’ve cultivated will continue to grow—just like your garden.

Join us as we wrap up a wonderful season together and look ahead to all that’s still to come.

Space may be limited, so be sure to reserve your spot. Call the senior center or sign up during your next visit.

Point Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center
4716 N. Baltimore Street, Tacoma
253-756-0601

Explore the full calendar of classes and events:
https://www.franketobeyjones.com/pt-defiance-ruston-senior-center/about/

Let September be a time to celebrate what you’ve grown—and to plant the seeds for what comes next. 🌼