Local events
Oct. 27
What: Country Fresh farmers market. Farm fresh fruits, vegetables, grocery and milk delivery service, and other artisans and vendors.
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: Fremont East Entertainment District farmers market.
Where: Azul nightclub, 115 N. Seventh St.
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: 672-0222
What: South Valley Rose Society. Backyard Rose Expo judges will explain the dos and don'ts of exhibit during this meeting co-sponsored by the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension. Those attending are asked to bring roses to share.
Where: Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
When: 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 702-257-5555 or email lvmaster
gardeners@unce.unr.edu
Oct. 28
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
Oct. 29
What: Composting with worms workshop. Participants will learn how to use compost and earthworms to create a lush, healthy garden.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.; also Sunday
Cost: $10 members; $15 nonmembers
Info: 822-7700
What: Tricks and Treats: Plant Projects. Join master gardeners for this session where they will share a few tricks and treats designed especially to introduce children to fun and festive plant projects.
Where: Acacia Demonstration Gardens, 50 Casa Del Fuego St., Henderson
When: 9-10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 267-4000
What: Plant markers. Stop by the Gardens to create tags for your plants that will add pizzazz to your garden.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; also Sunday
Cost: $2 members; general admission plus $3 nonmembers
Info: 822-7700
What: Heritage tree tour. Participants will tour the Gardens, learning about the planting history, highlights and adventures of the heritage trees on site.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10:30 a.m.; also Sunday
Cost: $3 members; general admission plus $5 nonmembers
Info: 822-7700
What: Basics of composting. Learn how to turn kitchen waste into compost along with techniques for creating a green garden.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 1:30 p.m.; also Sunday
Cost: $3 members; general admission plus $5 nonmembers
Info: 822-7700
Nov. 1
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
Nov. 2
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
Nov. 5
What: Design Center 101: How to Shop the Las Vegas Design Center. This workshop will offer an overview and tour of the downtown facility along with information about how to shop and make purchases.
Where: Las Vegas Design Center, 495 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite C176
When: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: www.lvdesigncenter.com; reservations requested
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