Local events
July 31
What: Drip irrigation; learn complete system installation from the street to the plants, including how to select and assemble components. Build a drip system in class.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 9 a.m. - noon
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
What: Observing solar energy. Join members of the Las Vegas Astronomical Society to see what's active on the surface of our closest star using special telescopes.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10:30 a.m. - noon
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7786; advance registration required
What: Solar cooking. Participants will learn how easy it is to make and use a solar cooker and then build one to take home for future use.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 1:30-3 p.m.
Cost: $8 for adults, $6 for children; members receive a $2 discount
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
Aug. 5
What: Solar NV. Monthly meeting for those interested in renewable energy and energy efficiency.
Where: Desert Living Center at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 6-7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Aug. 7
What: Square Foot Gardening. Participants will learn how to grow a vegetable garden in up to 80 percent less space, with less water and less work.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 8:30-10 a.m.
Cost: $10 adults, $8 for children 5-17; members receive $2 discount
Info: 822-7786; advanced registration required
What: Defining Your Style workshop. Part one of a two-part workshop, the session will help participants identify their design style using a rug or piece of art as a starting point. Members of the design team will then assist with the development of a design plan based on participants' personal style.
Where: Robb and Stucky, 6521 Las Vegas Blvd. South, at the north end of Town Square Las Vegas.
When: 11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 531-0531 or www.robbstucky.com; reservations requested
What: Upgrade to Water Smart Landscaping. This class, taught by the expert from the Southern Nevada Water Authority Conservation District, provides a step-by-step process for converting from grass to Water Smart landscaping and how to earn a rebate.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10 a.m. - noon
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7786; advanced registration required
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