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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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