Local events
Nov. 8
What: Country Fresh farmers market
Where: Downtown Events Plaza, 240 Water St., Henderson
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: Dave Star at 579-9661 or bob.
drabicki@winderfarms.com
What: Bet on the Farm! farmers market
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., upper level of Desert Living Center
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product; vendors only accept cash.
Info: 822-7700
Nov. 9
What: Downtown3rd farmers market
Where: Off U.S. Highway 95 and Casino Center Drive
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Cost: Free admission. Varies by product; vendors only accept cash
Info: 953-4321
What: Country Fresh farmers market.
Where: Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: Dave Star at 579-9661 or bob.
drabicki@winderfarms.com
What: Las Vegas Flower Arrangers' Guild
Sharing the Harvest is the title of the morning workshop; members will bring plant materials and containers to make a creative cornucopia or holiday floral design. Work will be done in small groups with assistance available.
Where: Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive
When: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: Secretary Judy Stebbins, 259-6459, or www.nevadagardenclubs.com
Nov. 10
What: Fresh52 farmers market
Where: Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd.
When: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: www.fresh52.com or 900-2552
What: Garden workshop
Join Springs Preserve experts for a workshop about composting. Participants will get basic information about water, materials, volume, container and time for creating compost in the desert.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.; also Sunday
Cost: $10 members; $15 for nonmembers
Info: 822-7700; advance reservations required
What: Preventing winter injury to landscape plants
Clark County Cooperative Extension's master gardeners, along with the Henderson Parks and Recreation Department, are presenting the workshop. Participants will learn some simple techniques to protect plants from cold winter temperatures.
Where: Acacia Demonstration Gardens, 50 Casa Del Fuego St., Henderson
When: 9 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 257-5555 or lvmastergardeners@unce.unr.edu
What: Colander garden
Drop in during the day to plant lettuce greens to create an easy kitchen garden.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; also Sunday
Cost: $2 for members; $3 plus general admission for nonmembers
Info: 822-7700
What: Garden tour
Join master gardeners from the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension for a tour of the demonstration gardens. Painting your garden with color will be theme of the tour.
Where: Courtyard at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
When: 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 257-5555 or visit www.facebook.com/MasterGardenersOfSouthernNevada
What: Design Center 101
Participants will learn about the Las Vegas Design Center through a brief overview and walking tour of the downtown facility.
Where: Las Vegas Design Center, 495 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite C-176
When: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 599-3093 or email lvdc@lvdesign
center.com; reservations requested
What: Kids Gardening Club
Designed for children ages 3-11; parents or guardian must attend.
Where: All Star Nursery locations, including Pahrump
When: 9 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: starnursery.com; advance registration requested
What: Gardens guided walk
Join Springs Preserve experts for a guided walk through the botanical gardens.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.; also Sunday
Cost: Free for members; included with general admission
Info: 822-7700
Nov. 11
What: Fresh52 farmers market
Where: Sansone Park Place, 9480 S. Eastern Ave.
When: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: www.fresh52.com or 900-2552
Nov. 13
What: Las Vegas farmers market
Where: Garden Park, 10401 Garden Park Drive
When: 2-6 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: 562-2676, www.lasvegasfarmersmarket.com
What: Sunset Garden Club
The monthly meeting's program will be "Pressed Flowers and Antique Floral Design," presented by Kristi Livreri, former president of Nevada Garden Clubs and secretary of the Rose Garden Club.
Where: Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson.
When: Noon
Cost: Free
Info: President Melva Hildt, 616-3589, or visit sunsetgardenclubofnv.org
Nov. 14
What: Las Vegas farmers market
Where: Bruce Trent Park, 1600 N. Rampart Blvd.
When: 2-6 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: 562-2676, www.lasvegasfarmersmarket.com
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