Local events
Oct. 25
What: Southern Area Master Gardeners’ class: “Trick or Treats,” by Master Gardener Loretta Oakes in conjunction with Henderson Parks and Recreation Department
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego, Henderson
Info: Free, children welcome; pre-registration suggested as class fills up quickly at www.cityofhenderson.com/parks and click on Online Registration. For more information, call the Master Gardener Help Line at 702-257-5556.
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
Oct. 26
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
Oct. 30
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
Oct. 31
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
Nov. 6-7
What: Desert Green XVIII conference by University of Nevada Cooperative Extension: “Tapping Into the Future: Smart Alternative for Tomorrow’s Landscape.”
When: All day
Where: Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water St.
Info: For more information, contact Helen Stone at 702-454-3057 or email stonepeakservice@gmail.com.Complete information, including online registration, is available at www.desert-green.org.
Nov. 15
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners’ tour: “Alternative to the Tired Ten.”
When: 10 a.m. to about 11:30 a.m.
Where: Demonstration Gardens Lifelong Learning Center (meet in courtyard), 8050 Paradise Road.
Info: Free and open to public. Walking shoes, hats, water, etc., suggested. Groups (five or more people) are requested to call Ann Edmunds, program coordinator, at 702-257-5587 at least two weeks in advance. For more information, call or email the Master Gardener Help Desk (lvmastergardeners@unce.unr.edu) at 702-257-5555 or visit Facebook at facebook.com/MasterGardenersOfSouthernNevada.
What: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s one-day workshop: “Gardening in Small Places: Growing Fruit at Home,” taught 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.
Nov. 18
What: Sunset Garden Club meeting: “Stabilizing and Enhancing the Las Vegas Wash,” by Debbie Van Dooremolen of Southern Nevada Water Authority.
When: Noon
Where: Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson
Info: Free, open to the public. For more information, visit www.sunsetgardenclubofnv.org
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