Local events
March 28
What: Greater Las Vegas Orchid Society presents “A Passion for Orchids.” Will include a live orchid display, potting demonstrations, a raffle for a basket of orchids and gifts of orchid corsages. The four speakers are: 11 a.m.-noon, Cathy Loftfield, “Orchids of Guatemala”; 1-2 p.m., Carol Siegel, “Freaks and Stinkers”; 2-3 p.m., Diana Smith, “Orchids 101”; 3-4 p.m., Mark Romansky, “Orchids in the Home.”
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: The Art Gallery at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd.
Info: Free and open to the public. For more information, call 702-845-4872, or West Charleston Library, 702-507-3964.
What: “Fruits and Veggies for Your Spring Garden,” outdoor class by master gardeners
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego St., Henderson
Info: Register online at www.cityofhenderson.com/henderson-happenings/facilities/recreation-centers/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
Information: 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: Gardens guided walk. Join Springs Preserve experts for a guided walk through the botanical gardens.
When: 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.; also Sunday
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Cost: Free for members; included with general admission
Info: 702-822-7700
March 29
What: Fresh52 Farmers Market
When: 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Sansone Park, 9480 S. Eastern Ave.
Cost: Varies by product
Info: www.fresh52.com or 702-900-2552
April 2
What: The Green Chefs Farmers Market — Springs Preserve
When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., every Thursday
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Info: Cost varies by product; cash only
What: Country Fresh 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
April 3
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Demonstration and Test Gardens tours
When: 10 a.m.-noon each Friday through May
Where: 8050 Paradise Road
Info: Free, open to public. Based on the interests of tour participants, master gardeners will highlight appropriate plants and explain their landscape uses and cultivation. To join, meet in the front lobby at 10 a.m.
Information: Call the Master Gardener Help Desk at 702-257-5555 or visit Facebook at www.facebook.com/MasterGardenersOfSouthernNevada.
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: Country Fresh Farmers Market
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson
Cost: Varies by product
Info: Dave Star at 702-579-9661 or bob.drabicki@winderfarms.com
April 4
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s workshop on “Gardening in Small Places: Understanding Your Irrigation.” The workshop, taught by M.L. Robinson, environmental horticulturist, will cover different types of irrigation and how they are best used.
When: 8 a.m.-noon
Where: Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
Info: Class space is limited to 25 and pre-registration is required. There is a $25 fee per class that covers class materials. To register, email Elaine Fagin at fagine@unce.unr.edu or call 702-257-5573. To register online, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/gardening-in-small-places-understanding-your-irrigation-tickets-13736172261.
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners’ “Gardening With Physical Limitations,” in cooperation with Henderson Parks and Recreation Department
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego, Henderson
Cost: Free; pre-registration is requested by going online www.cityofhenderson.com/parks and clicking Online Registration.
Info: An “Ask a Master Gardner” table will be set up at the park.
April 8
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s “Gardening Smarter as We Mature: Using the Maturing Body Properly, Techniques and Tools”
When: 10 a.m.-noon
Where: Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
Info: Registration is required. For more information, including other locations in Southern Nevada, call Skelly at 775-887-2252.
April 11 &13
What: Ikenobo Ikebana workshop: landscape moribana and freestyle
When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 4110 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. (The park complex one block south of Craig Road.)
Info: Call sensei at 702-496-3763 to confirm when you would like to attend.
April 11
What: Sunset Garden Club annual flower show, “Kids Rule”
When: noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway
Cost: Free
Info: Visit www.sunsetgardenclubofnv.org.
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners’ “Beautiful Native Landscape Design,” in cooperation with Henderson Parks and Recreation Department
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego, Henderson
Cost: Free; pre-registration is requested by going online www.cityofhenderson.com/parks and clicking Online Registration.
Info: An “Ask a Master Gardner” table will be set up at the park.
April 14
What: Sunset Garden Club meeting: “Toxic Relationships — Plant Chemistry”
When: Noon
Where: Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway
Cost: Free
Info: Visit sunsetgardenclubofnv.org.
April 18
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners’ “Growing Trees,” in cooperation with Henderson Parks and Recreation Department
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego, Henderson
Cost: Free; pre-registration is requested by going online www.cityofhenderson.com/parks and clicking Online Registration.
Info: An “Ask a Master Gardner” table will be set up at the park.
April 23
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and the South Valley Rose Society present “How Much Water Is Enough,” by M.L. Robinson.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road.
Info: For more information, call the Master Gardener Help Desk at 702-257-5555 or email lvmastergardeners@unce.unr.edu.
April 25
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners’ “Growing Herbs in Containers,” in cooperation with Henderson Parks and Recreation Department.
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego, Henderson
Info: Free; pre-registration is requested by going online www.cityofhenderson.com/parks and clicking Online Registration. An “Ask a Master Gardner” table will be set up at the park.
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
What: Seasonal produce, mulch and compost available (fees) plus guided tours and gardening advice
When: 8 a.m.-noon.
Where: Cooperative Extension’s Research Center and Demonstration Orchard, 4600 Horse Drive, North Las Vegas.
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