Local events
Jan. 24
What: Clark County Cooperative Extension and South Valley Rose Society
"Good Bugs/Bad Bugs" will be presented by Larry Kaplan, yearbook editor of the rose society. The session will focus on what insects are beneficial to roses and how to attract them, along with what insects cause problems and how to determine if your roses have been attacked. Also to be discussed will be how to get rid of bad bugs and using organic or inorganic products.
Where: Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
When: 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 702-257-5555 or email lvmaster
gardeners@unce.unr.edu
Jan. 25
What: Home Improvement and Outdoor Living Expo
Where: Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North
When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday
Cost: $5 adults; free for children younger than 12, military with identification and senior citizens on Friday only.
Info: www.lvhomeshows.com or 702-656-2337
Jan. 26
What: Garden workshop
Join Springs Preserve experts for a workshop about pruning. Participants will learn pruning techniques for fruit trees, ornamental trees, shrubs and roses.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.; also Sunday
Cost: $10 members; $15 for nonmembers
Info: 702-822-7700; advance reservations required
What: Garden journal
Drop in during the day to create a one-of-a-kind garden journal. All supplies will be provided.
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: 702-822-7700
What: Gardening workshop
Preparing your garden for spring will be the focus of the session.
Where: All Star Nursery locations, including Pahrump
When: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: starnursery.com
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: 702-822-7700
n Please email calendar events to hsaylor@reviewjournal.com
