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Spring is here and it's time to find out how to prepare your garden beds for high productivity, learn what to plant when, know what to plant from seed versus starts, and discover tips to keep your plants thriving through the summer months.

Learn about composting in your backyard, hot composting, cool composting, or worm compostingchoose your own adventure. After concluding the workshop, those taking the backyard portion may purchase a discounted compost bin for $20.00 (One bin per household).

Learn about composting in your backyard, hot composting, cool composting, or worm compostingchoose your own adventure. After concluding the workshop, those taking the backyard portion may purchase a discounted compost bin for $20.00 (One bin per household).

Learn about composting in your own backyard, hot composting, cool composting, or worm compostingchoose your own adventure. For those taking the backyard portion, after concluding the workshop, you may purchase a discounted compost bin for $20.00 (one bin per household).

Succulents in Pots & Succulents in the Garden Description: No matter the size of your yard or your apartment windowsill, you can find a place to grow succulents! After a brief overview of the natural history of succulents, Master Gardener Delle Maxwell will discuss succulent care and culture, includ...

Sustainability for All Tabling Event Description: Join UC Master Gardeners and other local sustainability experts at San Mateo Library's Sustainability for All tabling event. At this event in celebration of Earth Day you will receive tips and get resources to help you reduce waste and save money.

Learn to shear sheep using the methods taught by certified instructors of the National Shearing Program. This five-day hands-on course is intended for both the beginner as well as the advanced shearer.

It's always time to compost! Would you like natural, homemade compost for your seedlings, potted plants and vegetable gardens?

Join us to Ask A Master Gardener at the Pollinator & Friends Day event presented by The Ruth Bancroft Garden. Join us for a celebration of pollinator and friends and what we can do to protect them and their habitat. Staff the AAMG table representing Contra Costa Master Gardeners.