BELMONT GARDEN CLUB PRESENT’S

The Anne Allen Lecture

“Winter Pruning” with Jen Kettell

The Anne Allen Lecture, which is free and open to the public, will be on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in the National Association for Armenian Studies and Research Auditorium.

This year’s topic is “Winter Pruning.” Our speaker, Jen Kettell, will tell us all about pruning trees, shrubs, and woody vines. You’ll find out why this time of year is so significant and learn the techniques to begin in your own gardens. She’ll discuss objectives, appropriate tools and personal protective gear, techniques, and where to seek additional resources. Please come and bring your friends and neighbors to learn about this important but sometimes intimidating garden task.

Jen Kettell is a consulting arborist serving the New England area, providing training to both homeowners and green industry professionals through her company, Radiant Leaf Consulting. Before founding Radiant Leaf, Jen worked in landscaping, farming, and greenhouse production and as a horticulturist at the Arnold Arboretum.

Feel free to post this event on your social media or share with friends via email.

For more information about Jen Kettell, see http://radiantleaf.com.

The National Association for Armenian Studies and Research (NAASR) is located at 395 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA. The lecture will be held on the third floor of the building, with elevator access.

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Everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets

us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. Gardening is an

instrument of grace. – May Sarton