Local events
Aug. 16
What: Monthly kid’s flower potting session. Children will have the opportunity to plant various types of seeds that they will be able to take home and nurture.
When: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Where: Plant World Nursery, 5311 W. Charleston Blvd.
Info: Free; open to all children ages 3 to 12; limit one pot per child. Visit www.plantworldnursery.com or call 702-878-9485.
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 Las Vegas 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
Aug. 17
What: Fresh 52 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
Aug. 21
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
Aug. 22
What: Downtown3rd farmers market
Where: Off U.S. Highway 95 and Casino Center Drive
When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
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
Aug. 23
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s “A Proactive Approach to Desert Gardening,” taught by Master Gardener Howard Galin.
When: 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Where: Paseo Verde Library
Info: Free and open to the public; pre-\registration is required. Register at www.mypubliclibrary.com or call the Paseo Verde Library at 702-492-6580.
Sept. 6
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Junior Master Gardener program
When: 9 a.m. to noon every other Saturday beginning Sept. 6
Where: Research Center &Demonstration Orchard, 4600 Horse Road, North Las Vegas
Info: Open to children ages 7-12, eight sessions cost $52. For more information and to register (required), contact Karyn Johnson at 702-257-5523 or email johnsonk@unce.unr.edu.
Sept. 13
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Junior Master Gardener program
When: 9 a.m. to noon every other Saturday beginning Sept. 13
Where: Lifelong Learning Center’s Outdoor Education Center, 8050 Paradise Road
Info: Open to children ages 7-12, eight sessions cost $52. For more information and to register (required), contact Karyn Johnson at 702-257-5523 or email johnsonk@unce.unr.edu.
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