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SUMMARY:When ICE Comes to Your Door
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 25\, 2025\nVirtual\n3 pm – 5 pm \nThis program will guide employers through the critical steps of preparing for and responding to potential ICE activity at the workplace. Topics include assessing the likelihood of a raid\, understanding the distinctions among ICE raids\, audits\, and searches and seizures\, and recognizing the limits of governmental authority to search the premises or arrest employees. Participants will learn the two key decisions that should be made in advance\, how to evaluate ICE search warrants\, and how to develop an effective “ICE Enforcement Plan\,” including designating a point person and outlining essential response elements. The session will also cover best practices for first encounters\, such as what your designated representative should say and do\, how to handle requests for employee files or interviews\, and how to avoid claims of obstruction. Finally\, guidance will be provided on managing internal communication in the aftermath of a visit\, addressing employee concerns\, and responding to media inquiries from both print and television outlets. \nClick here to register. \nMembers: $0 \nNon-members: $50 \nPlease consider being a sponsor to help keep events like these free for our members. Simply the $150 sponsorship to your cart when you checkout! \nAbout Robert Noonan\, Esq\nRobert Noonan is an attorney and founder of Robert Noonan & Associates. Prior to starting the firm\, Bob served as Vice President and Counsel for the Connecticut Business and Industry Association.  In that capacity\, he was responsible for advising association members of the latest developments in workplace law and HR issues.  In addition\, Bob’s professional experience includes 20 years in Human Resources Management with Pitney Bowes Inc\, and the Napier Co\, an international manufacturing concern.  He holds a juris doctor from the University of Connecticut School of Law as well as a master’s degree in industrial relations and a master’s degree in sociology. \nBob is the author of “An Employer’s Guide to the Family and Medical Leave Act” and “The HIPAA Privacy Rule: Understanding the Compliance Obligations of Group Health Plans and Health Care Providers.”  He is a contributing author on disability law in Cumulative Trauma Disorders\, a medical text\, and writes on workplace issues for a variety of publications including the Connecticut Law Tribune.  In addition\, Bob has been featured in several publications including the Society for Human Resources Management’s Trends in Management (“Robert Noonan: Expert’s Viewpoint”)\, The New York Times\, The Hartford Courant\, The New Haven Register\, The Stamford Advocate\, The New London Day\, The Waterbury Republican and others.  Additionally\, he has appeared on several television and radio programs concerning workplace issues. \nHe is on the executive committee of the Employment Section of the Connecticut Bar Association\, a trustee of Gibbs College and a faculty member of St. Joseph’s College\, CCSU\, and the University of Hartford.  He is admitted to practice before the Connecticut superior courts and the federal district courts.
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SUMMARY:CNLA Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the Connecticut Nursery and Landscape Association’s Inaugural Golf Outing!\nUPDATE: Shotgun start will be at 9am\, with registration opening at 8am and the driving range at 7:30am. Refreshments will be served on course\, with lunch after the round.\nJoin fellow industry professionals for a fun-filled day of golf\, networking\, and community. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just looking for a day outdoors with peers\, this event is the perfect way to connect and unwind. Don’t want to play? Come just for dinner or volunteer! \nJuly 23\, 2025\nLyman Orchards Golf Club\n70 Lyman Rd\nMiddlefield\, CT \n$195/Player\n$55 – Lunch Only \nHighlights Include: \n\n18 Holes of golf with cart\nRefreshments and lunch\nContests\, raffles\, and prizes\nNetworking with CNLA members and guests\n\nSchedule: \nRegistration: 8-9am\nShotgun Start: 9am\nHappy Hour\, Lunch & Prizes: 1:30pm \nDownload the Registration and Sponsorship Form\nSponsorship Details\nThis event offers a wide variety of sponsorship opportunities giving you flexibility to pick what best suits your needs! \nAll sponsorships include signage and podium recognition during the tournament. \nBreakfast Sponsor\nHappy Hour Sponsor\nLunch Sponsor\nRegistration Area Sponsor – SOLD – SiteOne Landscape Supply\nDriving Range Sponsor\nClosest to the Pin Sponsor\nClosest to the Line Sponsor\nLongest Drive Sponsor – SOLD – Prides Corner Farms\nTee/Green Sponsor – 14 available – SOLD – Frank’s Landscape Construction\, Hyde Park Landscape\, New Christie Ventures and Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses \nThe following sponsorships also include your logo on each applicable item. \nPie Sponsor\nCart Sponsor – SOLD – Petitti Family Farms\nScorecard Sponsor – SOLD – CT Nurseryman’s Foundation\nBeverage Cart Sponsor \nGiveaway Sponsor:\nProvide a giveaway item at registration with your branding for each player. \nGolf Ball Sponsor:\nSold – Green Envy Products \nRaffle Prizes:\nWe encourage donations of prizes for our raffle after dinner. ($50 minimum value)
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LOCATION:Lyman Orchards Golf Club\, 70 Lyman Rd\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06455\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 CT Certified Horticulturist Program
DESCRIPTION:Unlock Your Green Potential: Become a Certified Plant Expert!\nRegistration is now open! Click here to download the registration form or register online.\n\nDID YOU KNOW?\nAn increasing number of professional firms now require certified staff to handle installation and design projects \nWHY ENROLL IN CCH?\n\nBoost Your Knowledge: Gain expertise to guide consumers in making informed plant choices.\nEnhance Work Performance: Elevate your skills and excel in your role.\nAdvance Your Business: Propel your company forward with industry-recognized certifications.\nFoster Team Collaboration: Join a community of like-minded professionals.\nIndustry Relevance: Stay competitive by having certifications that matter.\n\nCCH WELCOMES ALL GREEN INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS!\nWhether you’re just starting out or have years of experience\, CCH caters to everyone working or studying in the green industry. Our past students come from diverse backgrounds including design\, growing/propagation\, landscape\, retail\, turf management\, and wholesale. \nProgram Format\nCNLA’s annual 13-week certification program (formerly CANP) will teach you botany\, plant identification\, and professional horticultural information. The low admission fee for the Connecticut Certified Horticulturist program makes accreditation open to all persons in the nursery and landscape industry. Learn directly from several instructors\, who give great\, two-hour informative lectures each night. Pass the CCH exam and you will be recognized at the CNLA Winter Symposium in January. \nThis on-line class will be held on Tuesday evenings from 7:00—9:00 pm beginning August 26\, 2025 using Zoom. Prior to the start of class\, a link to login to the on-line course will be emailed to you via the email address provided during registration. A Plant ID workshop will be scheduled during the course. Only registered attendees can participate in the class. The exam will be in person\, location TBD. \nRates:\nMembers and their employees: $175\nNon-members: $250\nPhysical Manual: $90 (a digital copy is included in your registration) \n2025 SCHEDULE*\nAll classes are on Tuesday; 7:00—9:00 pm. \nAugust 26 – Perennials\nSeptember 2 – Plant ID I\nSeptember 9 – Plant ID II\nSeptember 16 – Botany\nSeptember 23 – Environmental Factors & Culture\nSeptember 30 – Lawns\nOctober 7 – Soils\nOctober 14 – Insects\nOctober 21 – Plant ID III\nOctober 28 – Nutrition\nNovember 4 – Plant Diseases\nNovember 11 – Design\nNovember 18 – Weeds\nNovember 25 – Review\nDecember 2 ~ Exam (The exam will be in-person. The location is tbd.) \n*Subject to change \nContact the CNLA Office with any questions.
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SUMMARY:2026 CNLA Winter Symposium
DESCRIPTION:CNLA Winter Symposium\nWednesday\, January 21\, 2026\nAqua Turf Club\n556 Mulberry St.\nPlantsville\, CT \nRegistration is officially open for the CNLA 2026 Winter Symposium\, taking place Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026\, at The Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville\, CT! This annual\, full-day event brings together professionals from every corner of the green industry for education\, an all-day tradeshow\, networking\, annual meetings\, and more. \nThis year’s program once again features three dedicated educational tracks—for Landscapers\, Growers\, and Garden Centers—allowing you to customize your day based on your business needs. We’re also excited to share that live Spanish translation will be available for every education session. \n\nEvent Highlights\n\nFull day of programming with expert-led sessions\nThree education tracks: Landscapers\, Growers\, Garden Centers\nLive Spanish translation for all sessions\n4 Pesticide Credits available\nCNLA & CNF Annual Meetings\nCCH Recipient Recognition\nPlant ID Contest\nBreakfast\, lunch\, exhibitor breaks\, and raffle\nAll-day tradeshow featuring top industry vendors\n\nSchedule*\nClick image for PDF Download \n \n*Subject to Change \nAttendee Registration: Download the registration form here or register online here. \nExhibitor Registration: Download the registration form here or register online here. \nThe Winter Symposium is Connecticut’s top horticultural industry event! This is a great opportunity for Exhibitors to meet CNLA members\, network with other exhibitors\, attend educational programs\, and demonstrate new products. \n  \n\n\nKeynote Speaker – Kathryn Dager\n\n\nLeadership’s Role in Cultivating a Positive Change \nCulture doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built\, reinforced\, and modeled by leadership.\nYet too many leaders are stuck in their own agenda\, focusing on metrics\, reports\, and daily fire drills—while their culture shapes itself… often in the wrong direction. \nThe truth? Leaders have more influence over culture than they realize. They set the tone every day—through:\n• What they recognize.\n• What they ignore.\n• What they tolerate.\n• What they reinforce. \nAnd right now\, many leaders aren’t consciously and actively cultivating a positive culture.\nHere’s the reality: If you don’t cultivate culture intentionally\, a toxic culture will grow by default.\n• Without leadership reinforcement:\n• Employees feel unseen\, unappreciated\, and disengaged.\n• Negative behaviors go unchecked and become the norm.\n• Emerging leaders never get developed\, creating future talent gaps.\n• The biggest leadership mistake? Thinking culture is HR’s job. It’s not. \nCulture is a leadership function. It’s built through daily interactions\, feedback\, and reinforcement.\nIt’s time for leaders to step into their true role—as the architects of culture. \n\nCurrent Exhibitors\n(as of 1/14/26) \nAmerican National Insurance\nAmerican National Property and Casualty Co.\nBall Horticultural Company\nBotaniworld\, LLC (SoilWand)\nConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station\nConnecticut Farm Bureau\nConnecticut Mulch Distributors\, Inc.\nConnecticut Nursrymen’s Foundation\nDeer Guys\nEast Coast Nurseries\nGreen Envy Products\, LLC\nGriffin Greenhouse Supplies\nH.O. Penn Machinery Company\, Inc.\nHelena Agriculture\nHenry F. Michell Co.\nIdeal Block\nIntegrity Merchant Solutions\nThe Lyman Agency\, Farm Family Insurance\nLynx Associates\nM&H Equipment\nMedford Nursery\nMilwaukee Tool\nMycorrhizal Applications\nMyCTSavings\, Office of the State Comptroller\nNorthern Nurseries\nPetitti Family Farms\nPlanters’ Choice Nursery\nPrides Corner Farms\, Inc\nQuonset Soil Solutions\, LLC\nRimol Greenhouse Systems\nShade Trees Nursery\, Inc.\nSHS Distributors\nSiteOne Landscape Supply\nSTIHL\nSummer Hill Nursery\, Inc\nSyngenta Professional Solutions\nTexpak\, Inc\nTrailside Nursery\, LLC\nTrimmaster Pro\nUConn Extension\nUSDA/APHIS/PPQ\nUS Department of Labor/OSHA\nUSDOL/Wage and Hour Division \n  \n\n\n\n 
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LOCATION:Aqua Turf Club\, 556 Mulberry St\, Plantsville\, CT\, 06479
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