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Local events

June 17

What: Drip irrigation; learn complete system installation from the street to the plants, including how to select and assemble components.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 6-9 p.m.

Cost: Free

Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested

June 24

What: Living herbs. Learn how to bring your food to life with herbs. Chef Bianca from Whole Foods Market will lead the session, which includes sampling dishes prepared during the class.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 6-7:30 p.m.

Cost: Free with general admission

Info: 822-7786; advance registration required

June 26

What: Developing a design plan workshop. In the second half of the series, participants will work with an interior designer to put their plans into action. A complimentary in-home design consultation can be scheduled to help put all of the objectives together.

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: GMJ Interiors will present a decorating and color class. Participants will learn how to coordinate fabrics on their window treatments, upholstery and bedding, and add color to complete a room.

Where: Sherwin-Williams, 3611 N. Rancho Drive

When: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Cost: Free; advance registration requested

Info: GMJ Interiors, 269-7001

What: Plantable paper. Participants will turn scraps and wildflower seeds into paper that can be used for cards, scrapbooking or planting a new garden.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 10:30 a.m. to noon

Cost: $8 adults, $6 children; members receive a $2 discount

Info: 822-7786; advance registration required

n Please e-mail calendar events to hsaylor@reviewjournal.com

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