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Santa Clara County Cooperative Extension: Event

Composting Basics, Palo Alto

Event Date
Apr 25, 2026

Learn the art and science behind composting from a local Certified Master Composter. Learn about the importance of managing your organic waste (food scraps and yard trimmings) at home. As the drought worsens and the climate warms, home-based waste management has never been more relevant. With wide reaching…
Santa Clara County Cooperative Extension
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UC Marin Master Gardeners: Event

Civic Center Library Seed Swap and Plant Exchange

Event Date
Mar 18, 2026

Program: Come get free seeds from the Marin Master Gardeners to start your summer garden. Seeds include vegetables, herbs and flowers. Bring your own to share. Get advice on seed saving, pollinator plants and planting your spring and summer gardens. Garden program for children from 3:30-4:30 pm. Planting…
UC Marin Master Gardeners
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Santa Clara County Cooperative Extension: Event

Virtual Composting Basics, English

Event Date
Apr 18, 2026

Led by a Master Composter, this workshop unveils the art of transforming your kitchen and yard waste. Discover the secrets to creating a soil amendment that your plants will adore. Bring your questions and prepare to dig deep into the world of composting.This program is virtual and registration is required…
Santa Clara County Cooperative Extension
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UC Marin Master Gardeners: Article

Dreaming of Dahlias

February 10, 2026
 Looking for an easy-to-grow perennial that blooms summer through fall? How about one with flowers available in a rainbow of colors and that range from 2-inch pompoms to dinner-plate size? Dazzling dahlias at your service! These bushy plants are excellent choices in many landscape settings. Dainty white…
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Santa Clara County Cooperative Extension: Event

Composting Basics, Cupertino

Event Date
Apr 11, 2026

Learn the art and science behind composting from a local Certified Master Composter. Learn about the importance of managing your organic waste (food scraps and yard trimmings) at home. As the drought worsens and the climate warms, home-based waste management has never been more relevant. With wide reaching…
Santa Clara County Cooperative Extension
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On the Range: Article

Virtual Fence Workshop at Hopland Research & Extension Center - March 2, 2026

February 10, 2026
By Devii R Rao
   Please join UC Cooperative Extension for a workshop on virtual fencing! In this workshop you will learn from HREC staff and a Mendocino County rancher about what virtual fencing is, how it works, costs associated with getting it set up, and pros/cons of using virtual fence compared to…
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UC Master Food Preserver Program of Orange County: Event

Public Class: Get Off Your Tuffet and Get Into the Whey!

Event Date
Mar 3, 2026

Thank you to all who registered!  Class is SOLD OUT. Master Food Preservers of Orange County Present a Public Class An Introduction to Artisan Cheesemaking March 3, 2026        Beginning at 1:30 pmJoin the Master Food Preservers of Orange County on March 3, 2026…
UC Master Food Preserver Program of Orange County
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

From Soil and Seeds to Nutritious Vegetables: A How-To Guide

Event Date
Mar 21, 2026

UC Master Gardener Nick Landolfi will describe the basics of healthy soil and a plant friendly environment, seed germination and seedling care, transplanting of seedlings and care of growing plants, as well as vegetable harvesting and post-harvesting garden care. A variety of techniques and helpful hints…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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How to Reach UsUC Master Gardener of Yolo County 2780 E. Gibson Road Woodland, CA 95776 Phone:530-666-8737 (answer desk) Email: mgyolo@ucanr.eduFollow UsFacebookInstagramYouTubeMeet Our CoordinatorJennifer Baumbach707-389-0645 (texts ok)jmbaumbach@ucanr.edu 
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UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties: Event

No Backyard, No Problem: Composting with Worms in the City

Event Date
Mar 22, 2026

If you love gardening but have minimal outdoor space, creating compost to feed your plants can be challenging. But worms can create vermicompost for you, and they can do it in very small spaces – even indoors! In this presentation you'll learn the importance of compost for keeping your plants healthy, and…
UC Master Gardeners of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties
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