LOCAL EVENTS
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, in partnership with the city of Henderson, offers the free class: Growing Trees With Tree Care 101 and Pruning.
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego, Henderson
Info: Preregistration is requested by going online at www.cityofhenderson.com/parks and clicking on Online Registration.
What: The Intuitive Forager farmers market
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: The Pavilion, Downtown Summerlin, located on Festival Plaza Drive, between Rosemary Park and Oval Park drives.
Info: For more information, call 702-832-1000.
What: Fresh52 Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: www.fresh52.com or 702-900-2552
What: Las Vegas Farmers Market Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., first and third Saturday
Where: 9100 Tule Spring Road
Info: Co-sponsored by the city of Las Vegas Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services
What: Gardens guided walk. Join Springs Preserve experts for a guided walk through the botanical gardens.
When: 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m.; also Sunday
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Cost: Free for members; included with general admission
Info: 702-822-7700
Oct. 18
What: Fresh52 Farmers Market
When: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Sansone Park, 9480 S. Eastern Ave.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: www.fresh52.com or 702-900-2552
Oct. 20
What: Mulch and organic compost available
When: 8 a.m.-noon, also Thursday and Saturday
Where: Cooperative Extension's Research Center and Demonstration Orchard, 4600 Horse Drive, North Las Vegas
Cost: Mulch is free; organic compost is $3 per 5-gallon bucket
Info: Contact the Research Center at 702-786-4361 or the Master Gardener Help Desk at 702-257-5555.
Oct. 21
What: Las Vegas Farmers Market Bruce Trent Park
When: 4-8 p.m.
Where: 1600 N. Rampart Blvd. at Vegas Drive
Info: Co-sponsored by the city of Las Vegas
Oct. 22
What: Henderson Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Downtown Events Plaza, 240 Water St., Henderson
Cost: Varies by product
Info: Dave Star at 702-579-9661 or bob.drabicki@winderfarms.com
What: The Green Chefs Farmers Market — Springs Preserve
When: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Info: Cost varies by product; cash only.
What: Las Vegas Farmers Market Gardens Park
When: 4-8 p.m.
Where: 10401 Gardens Park Drive at Town Center Drive
Info: Co-sponsored by the city of Las Vegas
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and South Valley Rose Society offer the free education meeting: Growing Roses in Containers
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Lifelong Leaning Center, 8050 Paradise Road (Las Vegas Beltway and Windmill Lane)
Info: Call Master Gardener Help Desk at 702-257-5555 or email lvmastergardeners@unce.unr.edu.
Oct. 23
What: Downtown3rd Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Off U.S. Highway 95 and Casino Center Drive
Cost: Varies by product; cash only
What: Henderson Farmers Market
When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway
Cost: Varies by product
Info: Dave Star at 702-579-9661 or bob.drabicki@winderfarms.com
Oct. 24
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, in partnership with the city of Henderson, offers the free class: Let It Rot — Composting 101.
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego, Henderson
Info: Preregistration is requested by going online at www.cityofhenderson.com/parks and clicking on Online Registration.
Nov. 7
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners offers a free class: Getting Your Yard Ready for Winter
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Acacia Park, 50 Cassa Del Fuego, Henderson
Info: Call Home Gardening Help Line at 702-257-5555
Nov. 21
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension workshop: Growing Fruit at Home
When: 8 a.m.-noon
Where: Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
Cost: $25 fee includes class materials
Info: Space is limited and preregistration is required. Email Elaine Fagin at fagine@unce.unr.edu or call 702-257-5583.
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension garden tour: 50 Shades of Green
When: 10 a.m.
Where: Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
Info: Free; call or email the Master Gardener Help Desk at lvmastergardeners@unce.unr.edu or call 702-257-5555.
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