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SUMMARY:CANCELLED-Free Gardening Worshops at the LCCA Home and Garden Show
DESCRIPTION:**** Workshops are free\, admissions to LLCA Home and Garden Show is $2 or 2 cans of food***\n11:00 a.m.     Do-it-Yourself “Irrigation” \nWSU Master Gardener Jerry Winchell will explain how to construct a simple and inexpensive sprinkler system that can be used for your vegetable garden\, hanging baskets\, porch plants and for other situations.  Find out how to develop a sprinkler system that allows you the flexibility to reduce water use\, save time\, use less labor and control weeds. \n  \n12:00 p.m.    Companion Planting       \nWSU Master Gardener Helen Redmond will teach the benefits of growing certain plants alongside each other that promotes their growth habits\, suppresses weeds\, encourages pest-repelling. \n  \n1:00 p.m.    Using Bio-Solids in your Garden   \nDuane Leaf and Debbie Stanley from Three Rivers Regional Wastewater Authority will explaining what Class A bio-solids are\, the processes that renders them safe and useful\, and how to use them in your garden. It is a slow-acting fertilizer that gradually releases nutrients into the soil for growing vegetables\, perennials and trees.  Learn how to secure this free fertilizer.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/cowlitz/event/free-gardening-worshops-at-the-lcca-home-and-garden-show-2/
LOCATION:Cowlitz County Expo Center—Fairgrounds\, 1900 7th Ave SW\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED-Free Gardening Worshops at the LCCA Home and Garden Show
DESCRIPTION:**** Workshops are free\, admissions to LLCA Home and Garden Show is $2 or 2 cans of food***\nMarch 21      Home & Garden Show \n9:30 a.m.   Growing Vegetables\, where to start! \nWSU Master Gardener Billie Bevers will discuss what to do in your vegetable garden to plan and prepare it for planting.  You will learn when to plant\, how to start get an early start and what to takes to maintain healthy plants to get a great harvest. \n  \n11:00 a.m. Landscaping Tips  \nWSU Master Gardener Wendy Santiago will lead you through common mistakes made by the novice landscaper.  She will show you how to bring texture\, form\, shape\, functionality\, balance and color into your landscape.  Learn creative design techniques and what to consider when selecting plants. \n  \n12:00 p.m.   Tips to control moles \nSadly\, all too many property owners know the frustration of having that vision of a beautiful lawn ruined by moles.  WSU Master Gardener Bryan Iverson will talk about which techniques are the most effective in getting rid of moles.   Bryan will discuss what works and what products fail to get results \n  \n1:00 p.m. Mason Bees QuickClass© \nBring your questions to WSU Master Gardener Billie Bevers about these most important pollinators\, mason bees\, while you learn to make the straws they use to lay their eggs. This brief demo/talk will save you money on nesting material and answer your questions about mason bees. \n  \n1:20 p.m.  Using Native plants to help pollinators QuickClass© \nThe trick to supporting pollinators is to offer them a continuous buffet of blooms from early spring to late fall. WSU Master Gardener Roxanne Nakamura will share some ideas for using native plants in your landscape to create a beautiful pollinator haven. \n  \n1:40 p.m. Get the dirt on soil testing QuickClass©! \nWould you like to take the guesswork out of buying products you hope will make your garden lush and productive? WSU Master Gardener Joe Long will explain how to find out exactly what your garden soil needs for a successful growing season. \n  \n2:00 p.m. Managing garden pests and disease the smart way QuickClass© \nAre you looking for a sensible\, comprehensive\, and systematic way to handle pests and diseases in your garden and landscape this season? WSU Master Gardener Gary Hinderman will explain a common-sense methodical approach to growing healthy gardens. \n  \n2:20 p.m. YUM—Microgreens! How to grow them at home QuickClass© \nAre you just itching to see something green growing before you can actually get your garden planted outside? Learn how to add color\, texture\, and interesting flavors to meals using microgreens! Master Gardener Trisha Bonapace will show how to safely and easily grow and microgreens indoors at home. \n  \n2:40 p.m.  Got Worms?  Introduction to worm composting QuickClass© \nDo you want to learn how to repurpose kitchen scraps to quickly create nutrient-rich compost for your garden? WSU Master Gardener LaDonna Slack will show how you can easily cultivate these hard working red-wiggler worms to help you\, the environment\, and your garden.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/cowlitz/event/free-gardening-worshops-at-the-lcca-home-and-garden-show/
LOCATION:Cowlitz County Expo Center—Fairgrounds\, 1900 7th Ave SW\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday Craft Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On November 4 at 10:00 am till noon\, Cowlitz County Master Gardeners will teach inspiring crafts using traditional herbs to create lovely holiday focal pieces for your table or to give as gift to your favorite hostess.  Each participant will have three projects they will complete and take home.  Class size is limited to 21.  You must pre-registrar and pay by November 1.  The cost of the class is $15.00.  Classes will be held at the Cowlitz Training Center\, 1942 First Avenue\, Longview.  The workshop is sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners.  For more information\, contact Lisa Huckleberry at 577-3014 Ext  or huckleberryl@co.cowlitz.wa.us.   \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/cowlitz/event/holiday-craft-workshop/
LOCATION:Cowlitz Training Center\, 1942 First Avenue\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bee Keepers Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Bee Keepers Workshops\nOctober 23rd\, 25th and 30th and November 1st \n6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. \nCowlitz County Training Center\, 1942 First Avenue in Longview \nDesigned to build basic beekeeping skills\, the class covers topics including bee biology\, equipment\, seasonal management requirements\, identification and management of pests\, as well as honey removal and processing. The four-session course serves as an introduction to beekeeping for novice beekeepers as well as a comprehensive refresher course for experienced apiculturists.  Cost for the four-session course is $40 per person (includes 1 additional family member free).   The program sponsored by Washington State University Extension will be held at the Cowlitz County Training Center\, 1942 First Avenue in Longview.  Class size is limited to 30.  For more information or to register\, contact Lisa Huckleberry at 577-3014 Ext 0 or huckleberryl@co.cowlitz.wa.us.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/cowlitz/event/bee-keepers-workshops/
LOCATION:Cowlitz Training Center\, 1942 First Avenue\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Harvest Hoedown"
DESCRIPTION:Junior Gardener Workshop for Kids\nOn September 16 at 2:00 – 4:00 pm\, WSU Master Gardeners will be hosting a program for kids (K-5 grade).  Youth will learn how candles are made\, make crafts from corn husks\, and sample food from fall harvest.  Come with questions and bring your curiosity. This free class will be held in the Agricultural Building at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds in Longview and is sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners.  Registration is limited to 30 youth.  Please register by September 8.  For more information or to register\, contact Lisa Huckleberry at 577-3014 Ext 0 or huckleberryl@co.cowlitz.wa.us. \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/cowlitz/event/harvest/
LOCATION:Floral Building – Cowlitz County Fairgrounds
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Cowlitz%20County%20Master%20Gardeners":MAILTO:cowlitzmastergardener@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:"Hands on Garden Herbs"
DESCRIPTION:  \nJr. Gardener Workshop for Kids (K-5 grade)\n \n\nCalling all detectives!!  On August 12 at 2:00 – 4:00 pm\, WSU Master Gardeners will be hosting a program for kids (K-5 grade).  Learn to identify herbs by sight and smell. Explore the garden and collect herbs to take home. Make a lavender wand\, herb sachets\, and make nature paint brushes!  Come with questions. Come with curiosity.  This free class will be held in the Floral Building at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds in Longview and is sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners.  Registration is limited to 30 youth. For more information or to register\, contact Lisa Huckleberry at 577-3014 Ext 0 or huckleberryl@co.cowlitz.wa.us.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/cowlitz/event/hands-on-herbs/
LOCATION:Floral Building – Cowlitz County Fairgrounds
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SUMMARY:Youth Beginning Floral Design Class
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/cowlitz/event/youth-beginning-floral-design-class/
LOCATION:Cowlitz Training Center\, 1942 First Avenue\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jr. Gardener "Let's Get Dirty\, the Ins & Outs of Soil"
DESCRIPTION:Calling all detectives!!\nWSU Master Gardeners will be hosting a program for kids (K-5 grade). Join us to help discover the hidden treasures in the very dirt beneath your feet. Or is it the soil beneath your feet? You will be able to tell us after our workshop! Come with questions. Come with curiosity. And\, maybe even come a little bit hungry! \nThe class will be held in the Floral Building at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds in Longview and is sponsored by Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners. Cost is $5.00 per family with scholarships available. Registration is limited to 30 youth. Please register by May 31. For more information or to register\, contact Lisa Huckleberry at 577-3014 Ext 0 or huckleberryl@co.cowlitz.wa.us.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/cowlitz/event/lets-get-dirty-the-ins-outs-of-soil/
LOCATION:Floral Building – Cowlitz County Fairgrounds
ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Cowlitz%20County%20Master%20Gardeners":MAILTO:cowlitzmastergardener@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170520T090000
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SUMMARY:Plant Sale & Tomatopalooza
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/cowlitz/event/plant-sale-tomatopalooza/
LOCATION:Floral Building – Cowlitz County Fairgrounds\, 1900 7th Ave\, Longview\, WA\, 98632\, United States
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