Local events
Oct. 25
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
What: Interior Design Society
Join members of the Las Vegas Chapter for their Thriller Thursday, second annual Halloween party and costume contest.
Where: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery, 175 S. Grand Canyon Drive, suite 109
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Info: Shawn L. McNeace at 702-592-9407 or sridsigns@msn.com; or Susan Rowland at 702-368-2284 or susan.
rowland@ferguson.com
What: South Valley Rose Society
Members of the rose society and University of Nevada Cooperative Extension are collaborating to offer a session on preparing the soil for planting. Guest speaker will be Sal Ramirez, owner of Vira Grow, who will discuss soil amendments, fertilizers, and in-ground versus container plantings.
Where: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
When: 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 702-257-5555 or email lvmaster
gardeners@unce.unr.edu
Oct. 26
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: Fremont East Entertainment District farmers market
Where: 501 Las Vegas Blvd.
When: 4-8 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: 562-2676
Oct. 27
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 soils irrigation and planting. Participants will get practical information about how to prepare their soil before adding plants, along with appropriate irrigation practices and good planting methods.
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: 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: Tricks and treats, plant projects for kids
Clark County Cooperative Extension's master gardeners, along with the Henderson Parks and Recreation Department, are presenting the workshop. Participants will enjoy fun plant projects for kids of all ages, including those to last through the cold winter months.
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: 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
Oct. 28
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
Oct. 30
What: Las Vegas farmers market
Where: Garden Park, 10401 Garden Park Drive
When: 4-8 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: 562-2676, www.lasvegasfarmersmarket.com
Oct. 31
What: Las Vegas farmers market
Where: Bruce Trent Park, 1600 N. Rampart Blvd.
When: 4-8 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: 562-2676, www.lasvegasfarmersmarket.com
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