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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Event

Our Garden Talk - Weeding Out Weeds - OG2026

Jun 17, 2026

Weeding Out Weeds"Weeding out Weeds"  Come learn about the many strategies that will help you get control of the weeds on your property. What common weeds should be eliminated, and what plants are not technically weeds but need to be planted with caution or avoided altogether. Presented by Deborah…
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Our Garden Talk - The Miracles of Mulch - OG2026

Jun 10, 2026

The Miracles of MulchDiscover how a simple layer of the right material can transform your garden into a thriving, low-maintenance ecosystem. Learn which mulches feed your soil, conserve precious water, suppress weeds, and moderate temperature extremes—all while reducing your workload. Presented by Mike…
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Our Garden Talk - Under the Weather - When Plants Get the Blues - OG2026

Jun 3, 2026

Under the Weather - When Plants Get the Blues."Under the Weather: When Plants Get the Blues (and Yellows, and Browns)" Diagnosing a plant problem is a lot like forensic science—you have to separate the "crimes" committed by living organisms (biotic agents that cause disease) from the "accidents" caused by…
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Our Garden Talk - Amazing Basil - OG2026

May 27, 2026

Amazing BasilDid you know there are over 150 varieties of basil, each with unique aromas, colors, and healing properties. Rose Lovell of Morning Sun Herb Farm will explore how this ancient plant serves as a culinary staple, a medicinal powerhouse, and a stunning ornamental addition to any landscape.Presented…
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Our Garden Talk - A Healthier Garden Starts Here - OG2026

May 20, 2026

"A Healthier Garden Starts Here"Want healthier plants with fewer chemicals? Learn how to create a garden ecosystem where pollinators and beneficial insects naturally control pests and diseases for you. Discover practical strategies to let nature restore balance in your yard—reducing your workload, costs, and…
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Birds in the Garden library activity for May
UC Master Gardeners of Fresno County: Event

Birds in our Gardens- Woodward Park Library

May 7, 2026

Master Gardener Classes for Children- Join us!!! Join Master Gardeners of Fresno County for a FREE and fun, hands-on gardening activity perfect for preschool and elementary-aged children! Each month, we explore exciting gardening topics through a short lesson, engaging books, and creative crafts…
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a variety of mushrooms
UC Master Gardeners of Fresno County: Event

Marvelous Musrooms- Children's Master Gardener Library lesson

Apr 23, 2026

 Marvelous Mushrooms -  Explore the world of mushrooms. Learn how they grow, where they live and how they help recycle nutrients in nature.  Join Master Gardeners of Fresno County for a FREE and fun, hands-on gardening activity perfect for preschool and elementary-aged children! Each month, we…
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a variety of mushrooms
UC Master Gardeners of Fresno County: Event

Fresno Master Gardeners Children's Activity Marvelous Mushrooms

Apr 21, 2026

Join Master Gardeners of Fresno County at the Betty Rodriguez Libraryfor a FREE and fun, hands-on gardening activity perfect for preschool and elementary-aged children! Each month, we explore exciting gardening topics through a short lesson, engaging books, and creative crafts. April's lesson…
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Ask a Master Gardener - Shadelands Farmers Market - AAMG2026

Jun 27, 2026

Come and get your gardening questions answered while you shop for local produce! The Diablo Valley Farmers Market (in the Kaiser Permanente parking lot, within the Shadelands Business Park, Walnut Creek) will have UC Master Gardeners available to the public from 9 am to 1 pm every other Saturday through…
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