Local events
Sept. 29
What: Country Fresh farmers market. Farm fresh fruits, vegetables .
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
Oct. 1
What: Desert landscape tour. Now's the Time to Plant is title of the fall event.
Where: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Desert Demonstration Gardens, 8050 Paradise Road
When: 9 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 257-5555 or email lvmaster
gardeners@unce.unr.edu
What: Vegetable gardening in small space. This workshop will cover a variety of topics including how to select a container, differences in potting mixes, fertilizers and using artificial light.
Where: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
When: 8 a.m.-noon
Cost: $20
Info: 257-5573 or email fagine@unce
.unr.edu; advance registration required
What: Las Vegas farmers market. Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, along with artisan wares are featured at the event co-sponsored by the city of Las Vegas.
Where: Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road.
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: 562-2676, www.lasvegasfarmersmarket.com
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: Drip irrigation. Participants will learn complete system installation from the street to the plants, including how to select and assemble components. Build a drip system in class. Presented by experts from the Southern Nevada Water Authority Conservation District. This course will be offered in Spanish.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 9-11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 862-3760; advance registration required
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
Oct. 4
What: Las Vegas farmers market. Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, along with artisan wares are showcased .
Where: Garden Park, 10401 Garden Park Drive
When: 4-8 p.m.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: 562-2676, www.lasvegasfarmersmarket.com
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