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Local events

June 6

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 702-579-9661 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: 702-822-7700

June 7

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: 702-953-4321

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 702-579-9661 or bob.drabicki@winderfarms.com

What: Home and Auto Show

Home decorating, new cars and a culinary showcase highlight the event.

Where: South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South

When: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; also 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday

Cost: $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and military; free for children12 and younger

Info: www.autohomeexpo.com

What: Garden class

Container Gardening For Las Vegas will be taught by master gardener and plant consultant Amy Zeldenrus. She will focus using the correct soil, planting methods, types of containers and proper watering for pots. Additionally, she will offer pointers about easy and complex plant combinations and how to alternate plants.

Where: UNLV Paradise campus, 851 E. Tropicana Ave.

When: 2-4 p.m.

Cost: $35; advance registration required

Info: 702-895-3394 or www.continuing
education.unlv.edu

What: Fresh52 farmers market

Where: Town Square Las Vegas, 6689 Las Vegas Blvd. South

When: 3-7 p.m.

Cost: Varies by product

Info: www.fresh52.com or 702-900-2552

June 8

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 702-900-2552

What: Garden workshop

“Herbs for the Desert Gardener” is title of the session. Participants will learn what sets herbs and spices apart, how to grow and harvest herbs and use them in many ways — culinary, medicinal, pesticides and aromatics.

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

When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.; also Sunday

Cost: $10 for members; $15 plus general admission for nonmembers

Info: 702-822-7700; advance registration required

What: Kids Gardening Club

Designed for children ages 3-11; parents or guardian must attend. Participants create a flagstone footprint for Father’s Day.

Where: All Star Nursery locations, including Pahrump

When: 10 a.m.

Cost: Free

Info: starnursery.com; advance registration requested

What: Lotions and Potions

Create scented lotions and potions from herbs in the activity center.

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

When: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; also Sunday

Cost: $2 for members; $3 for nonmembers, plus general admission

Info: 702-822-7700

What: Gardens guided walk

Join Springs Preserve experts for a guided walk through the 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: 702-822-7700

June 9

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 702-900-2552

June 11

What: Las Vegas farmers market

Where: Garden Park, 10401 Garden Park Drive

When: 4-8 p.m.

Cost: Varies by product

Info: 702-562-2676 or www.lasvegas
farmersmarket.com

June 12

What: Las Vegas farmers market

Where: Bruce Trent Park, 1600 N. Rampart Blvd.

When: 4-8 p.m.

Cost: Varies by product

Info: 702-562-2676 or www.lasvegas
farmersmarket.com

n Please email calendar events to hsaylor@review journal.com

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