Local events
June 13
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s one-day workshop: “Gardening in Small Places: Organic Gardening,” by Angela O’Callaghan
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.
What: The Intuitive Forager farmers market
When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: The Pavilion, Downtown Summerlin, on Festival Plaza Drive
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: 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
June 14
What: Greater Las Vegas Orchid Society presents Jason Fischer, speaking about Paphiopedilum culture in Japan and orchids in New Zealand
When: Social hour at 1 p.m. Meeting starts at 2 p.m.
Where: Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive.
Info: Free; for more information, call 702-845-4872.
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
June 18
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
June 19
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.
July 11
What: Nevada Cooperative Extension’s workshop: “Gardening in Small Places: The Dirt on Soil”
When: 8 a.m.-noon
Where: Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
Info: Participants should bring a bag of soil from their yard to test. Class size is limited to 15 and preregistration is required. There is a $25 fee which includes class materials. Email Elaine Fagin at fagine@unce.unr.edu or call 702-257-5573.
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays
What: Seasonal produce, mulch and compost available (for a fee) 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
