CTASLA | List of Past Programs

LIST OF PAST PROGRAMS

CTASLA is proud to offer a variety of quality continuing education programs each year. The following links are brochures for past programs. Copies of presentations or slides are made available for a limited time following each program, and only those those individuals who registered.

In June of 2020, the chapter began offering continuing education through webinars. Information on past programs can be found below; no stand-alone brochure. Select programs have been recorded and can be viewed on our webinars page.

Information on programs hosted prior to 2016 is available upon request. Please contact admin@ctasla.org for assistance.

If you would like to submit a module proposal for consideration for a future continuing education program, please see the guidelines and submission form.

Past Webinars

Thu 03 Nov
Strategies for Managing Invasive Plants: Assess, Remove, Replace & Restore
Details
Nov 03, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
Virtual Symposium
The Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group's 2022 symposium takes the form of a full-day webcast, open to all. Sessions include a variety of techniques for management of terrestrial and aquatic invasives, as well as restoration with native alternatives. Approved for 5.5 PDH/HSW by LA CES.
Fri 23 Sep
The Other Olmsteds: Planning for Connecticut's Future
Details
Sep 23, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wickham Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike West Manchester, Connecticut 06040
Learn how the sons of Frederick Law Olmsted created an indelible legacy of planning and built works here in Connecticut including parks, subdivisions, private estates, educational campuses, and religious facilities. Approved for 4.0 hours LA CES HSW.
Thu 26 May
Earth Equity and Design for Freedom | Landscapes Forum
Details
May 26, 10:00 AM EDT – May 27, 4:00 PM EDT
Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
This program will feature panels, tours, walks, lunch and breakout discussions with tools for establishing a new paradigm to create biodiversity-positive, nature-based solutions in our landscapes, installed with sustainable materials free of forced labor and child labor.
Sun 24 Apr
Frederick Law Olmsted's 200th: Parks & Gardens Tour
Details
Apr 24, 1:00 PM EDT – Apr 25, 3:00 PM EDT
Butler-McCook House, 396 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
Free tickets have now been claimed. Please register at CT Landmark's website if you still wish to attend!
Sat 23 Apr
Frederick Law Olmsted's 200th: A Hartford Memorial
Details
Apr 23, 9:15 AM – 12:30 PM
Isham-Terry House Museum, 211 High St, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
Free tickets have now been claimed. Please register at CT Landmark's website if you still wish to attend!
Thu 20 Jan
2022 Professional, Student, and Chapter Awards
Details
Jan 20, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Webinar
Help celebrate our 2022 Professional & Student Award winners, confer several leadership awards, and acknowledge the positive developments that have emerged from our creative and hard-working members. A major focus of the evening will be raising funds for our chapter scholarships.
Thu 09 Dec
Ped 101 – Integrating Pedestrian Safety and Comfort into Every Streetscape
Details
Dec 09, 2021, 2:00 PM – Dec 10, 2021, 2:00 PM
Webinar
PED 101 is a toolkit for practitioners to "see" how traffic signals, walking surfaces, curb cuts and street furnishings affect user walking experience.
Tue 30 Nov
Celebrating Cultural Landscapes: Beardsley Park
Details
Nov 30, 2021, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Beardsley Park, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA
Join the chapter, CT DOT, SHPO, and the City of Bridgeport to celebrate the legacy of Beardsley Park as part of Olmsted 200.
Thu 04 Nov
Regarding Ground Glass Pozzolans
Details
Nov 04, 2021, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Webinar
Learn how recycled glass can be incorporated into project specifications to make concrete a more sustainable material on your next project.
Thu 28 Oct
The Social Responsibility of Landscape Architects
Details
Oct 28, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Webinar
Practitioners need to look beyond the small microcosm of our design world. towards the public realm, where our voices can be heard and our decisions can positively impact communities.
Thu 14 Oct
What Do Trends in Plant Breeding Mean for Landscape Architects?
Details
Oct 14, 2021, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Webinar
Great plants start with good genetics. Learn how plant breeders are working to improve landscape selections for resilient environments.
Thu 30 Sep
Working With Underserved Communities
Details
Sep 30, 2021, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Webinar
How can practitioners get started, avoid pitfalls, and develop the infrastructure, support, funding, relationships, and trust necessary for success?
Thu 24 Jun
Passion for Place: Success Stories in Urban Land Stewardship
Details
Jun 24, 2021, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Webinar
Learn how Groundwork Bridgeport is working with Bridgeport youth and landscape architects to empower community-led projects.
Tue 15 Jun
The Landscape of Design Practice in a Remote Condition
Details
Jun 15, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Webinar
Through the pandemic we have all had opportunity to explore new paradigms, many in regard to business methods. This presentation explores the benefits and challenges we are now faced as designers working in a remote condition. Featuring Kona Gray, FASLA and Daniel Vasini.
Thu 06 May
Stony Creek Quarry: Working with History for the Future
Details
May 06, 2021, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Webinar
Learn how and why Stony Creek Granite has been an enduring and iconic material for over 100 years.
Thu 18 Mar
Site Furniture Selection & Placement
Details
Mar 18, 2021, 12:00 PM – Mar 25, 2021, 12:00 PM
Webinar
Furniture is just one component in the design of the public realm. Designers should take into consideration the function and goals of the site by focusing on how people will use the location.
Sat 13 Mar
LARE Review Session
Details
Mar 13, 2021, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Webinar
Prepare for the LARE! This virtual review session will cover information and topics based on the requests of attendees.
Thu 04 Feb
Using Native Ecotypes for Habitat Restoration
Details
Feb 04, 2021, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Webinar
Learn about the Ecotype Project and why you might need to rethink your native plant specifications.