BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Thurston County - ECPv6.1.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Thurston County X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Thurston County REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20150308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20151101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150613T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150613T230000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20150922T185331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T185331Z UID:10000030-1434232800-1434236400@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:FREE Composting Workshop DESCRIPTION:Presented by certified Master Recycler Composter Volunteers of Thurston County\, this free workshop is provided for everyone from the backyard gardener to the window box enthusiast.\nTopic: Worms \nNo pre-registration is needed. Questions please call our Rot Line at 360-867-2163 or e-mail master@co.thurston.wa.us \n  URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/free-composting-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150905T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150905T110000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20150922T185332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20150922T185332Z UID:10000033-1441447200-1441450800@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:FREE Composting Workshop DESCRIPTION:Presented by certified Master Recycler Composter Volunteers of Thurston County\, this free workshop is provided for everyone from the backyard gardener to the window box enthusiast.\nTopic: Yard Waste \nNo pre-registration is needed. Questions please call our Rot Line at 360-867-2163 or e-mail master@co.thurston.wa.us URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/free-composting-workshop-5/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H,Agriculture,MG,NRS END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T110000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260113T215132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T220641Z UID:10007630-1774083600-1774090800@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Learn in the Garden - Pruning for Novices DESCRIPTION:Details/Event description: \nThe workshop will focus on the basics of pruning various ornamental plants. The following will be covered: Pruning tools\, the methods of pruning different plant types (trees\, shrubs\, and multi-stem plants)\, different pruning cuts (good and bad ones)\, and the steps of pruning. Resources will be provided. \nWe will be walking throughout the park discussing and demonstrating different pruning techniques. The level of activity is light. The surfaces will be paved\, gravel\, and grass. No need to bring any tools. We will be outside for the duration of this presentation. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \nMeet at the Gazebo. \nFree and open to all! \nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/learn-in-the-garden-pruning-for-novices/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260113T215316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T215841Z UID:10007631-1774090800-1774094400@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Learn in the Garden - Weeds DESCRIPTION:Details/Event description: \nAre you curious about the “unwanted” plants that grow beside your intentional ones? Did you know that some people love weeds and grow them on purpose? Come join our discussion! \nWe will cover: \n-Identification of common weeds & problem grasses \n-Growth cycles and optimum pulling times \n-Overview of common tools \nHandouts will be provided.  We will be outside for the duration of the presentation\, so please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \nMeet at the Gazebo. \nFree and open to all! \nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. \n  URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/learn-in-the-garden-weeds/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T110000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260402T185358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T193552Z UID:10008675-1776502800-1776510000@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Pruning for Novices - a free gardening workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nThe workshop will focus on the basics of pruning various ornamental plants. The following will be covered: \n\n\n\n\nThe methods of pruning for different plant types (trees\, shrubs\, multi -stem)\n\n\n\nPruning tools\n\n\n\nThe different pruning cuts (good and bad ones)\n\n\n\nThe steps of pruning\n\n\n\n\nResources will be provided.  URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/pruning-for-novices-a-free-gardening-workshop/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260402T185738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T190433Z UID:10008676-1776510000-1776513600@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Identifying Garden Weeds: friend or foe? - a free gardening workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nLearn about common garden weeds including: \n\n\n\n\nWhat they tell you about the soil they thrive in.\n\n\n\nLearn best methods & tools for removal.\n\n\n\n\nWeeds are the plants a gardener spends the most time with! Join us for a cool discussion! Handouts provided! URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/identifying-garden-weeds-a-free-gardening-workshop/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T110000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260330T222205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T222211Z UID:10008669-1777714200-1777719600@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Food & Yard Waste Composting - a free composting workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of food and yard waste composting at Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden \n\n\n\nThe Master Recycler Composter Program of Thurston County offers free in-person and virtual composting workshops monthly from March to October.  Workshops are great for new and experienced composters. \n\n\n\nWorkshops are free and open to the public.  No advance registration is required for in-person workshops. \n\n\n\n \n \n Schedule of composting workshops \n\n\n\n\nLearning how to compost enables you to produce a soil amendment that has many benefits in the garden and keeps waste out of the landfill. \n\n\n\nBenefits of using compost include: \n\n\n\n\nImproves soil structure and fertility\n\n\n\nIncreases moisture holding capacity of soil\n\n\n\nImproved plant growth\n\n\n\nProtects soil from erosion when used as a mulch URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/food-yard-waste-composting-a-free-composting-workshop-3/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MRC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/extension/uploads/sites/49/2025/12/IMG_0575-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Master%20Recycler%20Composter%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T123000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260330T221403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T222825Z UID:10008667-1777721400-1777725000@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Worm Composting - a free composting workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of worm composting at Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden. \n\n\n\nThe Master Recycler Composter Program of Thurston County offers free in-person and virtual composting workshops monthly from March to October.  Workshops are great for new and experienced composters. \n\n\n\nWorkshops are free and open to the public.  No advance registration is required for in-person workshops. \n\n\n\nLearning how to compost enables you to produce a soil amendment that has many benefits in the garden and keeps waste out of the landfill. \n\n\n\nBenefits of using compost include: \n\n\n\n\nImproves soil structure and fertility\n\n\n\nIncreases moisture holding capacity of soil\n\n\n\nImproved plant growth\n\n\n\nProtects soil from erosion when used as a mulch URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/worm-composting-a-free-composting-workshop-3/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MRC ORGANIZER;CN="Master%20Recycler%20Composter%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T120000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260402T190101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T190101Z UID:10008677-1778929200-1778932800@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Introduction to Peonies - a free gardening workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nPresented by Steve Smith\, President of the Pacific Northwest Peony Society\, this workshop will cover many topics about the different types of peonies\, an overview of the flower forms and best times for planting and care tips. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/introduction-to-peonies-a-free-gardening-workshop/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T100000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260402T190356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T190357Z UID:10008678-1781946000-1781949600@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Gardening with an edge: use and maintenance of garden tools - a free gardening workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Nisqually Shed. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nThe discussion will focus on the basics of tools and care including: \n\n\n\n\nTop five garden tools\n\n\n\nCleaning and sharpening techniques  URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/gardening-with-an-edge-use-and-maintenance-of-garden-tools-a-free-gardening-workshop/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T123000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260402T190753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T190754Z UID:10008679-1781953200-1781958600@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Lawn to Prairie Garden - a free gardening workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nLearn how to replace your lawn with local native plants that need less water and fertilizer while benefiting pollinators! We will talk about: \n\n\n\n\nTechniques for removing lawn \n\n\n\nOptimal native plants\n\n\n\nMaintenance requirements\n\n\n\nHow they benefit the environment URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/lawn-to-prairie-garden-a-free-gardening-workshop/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T110000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260330T221217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T222740Z UID:10008666-1784367000-1784372400@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Food & Yard Waste Composting - a free composting workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of food and yard waste composting at Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden \n\n\n\nThe Master Recycler Composter Program of Thurston County offers free in-person and virtual composting workshops monthly from March to October.  Workshops are great for new and experienced composters. \n\n\n\nWorkshops are free and open to the public.  No advance registration is required for in-person workshops. \n\n\n\nLearning how to compost enables you to produce a soil amendment that has many benefits in the garden and keeps waste out of the landfill. \n\n\n\nBenefits of using compost include: \n\n\n\n\nImproves soil structure and fertility\n\n\n\nIncreases moisture holding capacity of soil\n\n\n\nImproved plant growth\n\n\n\nProtects soil from erosion when used as a mulch URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/food-yard-waste-composting-a-free-composting-workshop/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MRC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/extension/uploads/sites/49/2025/12/IMG_0575-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Master%20Recycler%20Composter%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T130000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260402T191058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T222650Z UID:10008680-1784374200-1784379600@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Canceled July 18th\, will be rescheduled-Digging into Garden Soil - a free gardening workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet in the Compost Area. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nThe workshop will focus on the basics of healthy garden soil. The following will be covered: \n\n\n\n\nWhat is the best thing to add to your garden’s soil\n\n\n\nWhat happens when you use fertilizer\n\n\n\nWhat is the difference between different types of compost\n\n\n\nWhat is “healthy” soil and how to increase the microbial biomass in your soil URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/digging-into-garden-soil-a-free-gardening-workshop/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T110000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260402T191323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T191323Z UID:10008681-1786784400-1786791600@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Pruning for Novices - a free gardening workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nThe workshop will focus on the basics of pruning various ornamental plants. The following will be covered: \n\n\n\n\nThe methods of pruning for different plant types (trees\, shrubs\, multi-stem)\n\n\n\nPruning tools\n\n\n\nThe different pruning cuts (good and bad ones)\n\n\n\nThe steps of pruning\n\n\n\n\nResources will be provided.  URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/pruning-for-novices-a-free-gardening-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T123000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260402T195934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T194107Z UID:10008682-1786791600-1786797000@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Organic Lawn Care - a free gardening workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Compost Area. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nThe workshop will take place outdoors near the compost demonstration area at CLP.  Please dress appropriately.  We will discuss: \n\n\n\n\nHow to maintain a healthy lawn without chemicals or commercial fertilizer\n\n\n\nThe unique properties of grass and turf\n\n\n\nThe role of lawns in our modern landscapes\n\n\n\n\nResources will be provided.  URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/organic-lawn-care-a-free-gardening-workshop/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260912T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260912T110000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260330T223057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T205300Z UID:10008672-1789205400-1789210800@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Food & Yard Waste Composting - a free composting workshop DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of food and yard waste composting at Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden \n\n\n\nThe Master Recycler Composter Program of Thurston County offers free in-person and virtual composting workshops monthly from March to October.  Workshops are great for new and experienced composters. \n\n\n\nWorkshops are free and open to the public.  No advance registration is required for in-person workshops. \n\n\n\nLearning how to compost enables you to produce a soil amendment that has many benefits in the garden and keeps waste out of the landfill. \n\n\n\nBenefits of using compost include: \n\n\n\n\nImproves soil structure and fertility\n\n\n\nIncreases moisture holding capacity of soil\n\n\n\nImproved plant growth\n\n\n\nProtects soil from erosion when used as a mulch URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/food-yard-waste-composting/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MRC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wpcdn.web.wsu.edu/extension/uploads/sites/49/2025/12/IMG_0575-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Master%20Recycler%20Composter%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T100000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260410T194257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T194257Z UID:10008683-1789808400-1789812000@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Gardening with an edge: use and maintenance of garden tools - a free gardening workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Nisqually Shed. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nThe discussion will focus on the basics of tools and care including: \n\n\n\n\nTop five garden tools\n\n\n\nCleaning and sharpening techniques  URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/gardening-with-an-edge-use-and-maintenance-of-garden-tools-a-free-gardening-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T120000 DTSTAMP:20261011T044123 CREATED:20260410T194533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T194642Z UID:10008684-1789815600-1789819200@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Peonies: Root Division - a free gardening workshop at Closed Loop Park DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Gazebo. We will be outside and sitting\, standing and walking on pavement\, gravel and grass. Please plan clothing and footwear accordingly. \n\n\n\nSeating is limited and you are welcome to bring your own chair.No advance registration required\, just show up. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all! \n\n\n\nHosted by the WSU Thurston County Extension Master Gardener Program. Learn more on our website at https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/gardening/ \n\n\n\nThis workshop will focus on the propagation of peonies by dividing them. Learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nLook for the plants that are ready for dividing\n\n\n\nWhere to make divisions in the root\n\n\n\nWhat to do with the newly divided roots\n\n\n\nHow to care for the newly divided plants URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/thurston/event/peonies-root-division-a-free-gardening-workshop-at-closed-loop-park/ LOCATION:Closed Loop Park Demonstration Garden\, 2420 Hogum Bay Road Northeast\, Lacey\, WA 98516\, USA\, Lacey\, WA\, 98516\, United States CATEGORIES:MG ORGANIZER;CN="WSU%20Master%20Gardener%20Program%20of%20Thurston%20County":MAILTO:master@co.thurston.wa.us END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR