Local events
September 20, 2012 - 1:08 am
Sept. 20
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 accept only cash.
Info: 822-7700
What: Interior Design Society, Las Vegas Chapter
Members will gather for a social and brief meeting. There also will be an opportunity to view Donghia’s collections of textiles, wallcoverings, upholstery, lighting and furniture.
Where: Donghia showroom, 231 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 160
When: 5-7 p.m.
Info: President Kimberly Joi McDonald, 533-5273; reservations requested
Sept. 21
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 accept only 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
What: Winder Farms farmers market
Where: Galleria at Sunset mall, south parking lot, 1300 W. Sunset Road, Henderson
When: 4-8 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Sept. 22
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: Autumn plant sale
Desert-adapted plants, along with tips from the experts on planting and care, will be featured. Limited quantities of about 2,500 native and drought-tolerant plants will be sold in 1- and 5-gallon sizes.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Cost: Free admission to sale, but plant prices vary
Info: 822-7700
What: Garden workshop
Join Springs Preserve experts for a workshop about garden planning and design. Practical, hands-on and most of all fun, this workshop shares functional and beautiful garden designs for our climate and helps you develop unique landscape plans for your garden. Landscape professionals teach you how to perform a thorough site analysis and define what you want to happen on your property. You’ll learn how to take general principles and practices of landscaping and planting, then apply them to your specific site to help visualize and plan your ideal landscape.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.; also Sunday
Cost: $10 members; $15 for others
Info: 822-7700; advance reservations required
What: Information on fruit trees
Clark County Cooperative Extension’s master gardeners, along with the Henderson Parks and Recreation Department, are presenting the workshop. Participants will learn about what types of fruit trees grow here in Las Vegas, along with details about planting, growing, pruning and harvesting fruit.
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: Gardening workshop
Fall vegetable and herb gardening will be the focus of the session.
Where: All Star Nursery locations, including Pahrump
When: 10 a.m. or 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: starnursery.com
What: Design Center 101
Participants will learn about the Las Vegas Design Center through a brief overview and walking tour of the downtown facility. Refreshments will be served.
Where: Las Vegas Design Center, 495 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite C-176
When: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 599-3093 or email lvdc@lvdesign
center.com; reservations requested
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
Sept. 23
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
Sept. 25
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
Sept. 26
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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