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Local events

July 12

What: Ikenobo Ikebana workshop, morning: Shofutai Shoka; afternoon: modern Shoka.

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: JACL Community Center, 1401 S. Arville St.

Info: Call Sensei Muriel at 702-496-3763 for more information and to make a reservation.

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

July 13

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

July 14

What: Ikenobo Ikebana workshop, morning: Shofutai Shoka; afternoon: modern Shoka.

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: JACL Community Center, 1401 S. Arville St.

Info: Call Sensei Muriel at 702-496-3763 for more information and to make a reservation.

July 17

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

July 18

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

July 19

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.

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