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SUMMARY:Inside Austin Gardens Tour
DESCRIPTION:5 private gardens\, 1 public garden \n9:00 am – 4:00 pm\, rain or shine \nA rare\, behind-the-scenes look at gardens that demonstrate realistic\, sustainable practices for Central Texas. \nGarden Themes: \nEarth-Kind Landscaping – environmentally friendly principles and a secret garden\nWildlife Restoration & Preservation – 23 acres of fruits\, veggies\, beehives and miniature horses\nBirds\, Butterflies\, and Zen – natives\, natural attractors along with meditation space\nSun & Shade – sunny daylilies to die for; shady umbrellas and gingers to soothe the soul\nA Journey Through Fairyland – whimsical design\, a plethora of plants and a garden piano\nAgriLife Testing Ground – rainwater collection\, new varieties and proven winners \n$20 advance purchase\n$25 on tour day\, $5 on tour day for single-garden ticket \nInformation and tickets at www.InsideAustinGardens.org
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/inside-austin-gardens-tour-2/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Landscaping
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
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SUMMARY:East Austin Garden Fair 2017
DESCRIPTION:A Passion for Plants: An East Austin Garden Fair\nParque Zaragoza Recreation Center\n2608 Gonzales Street\, Austin\, TX 78702\nRain or Shine – come enjoy this great event.\nAsk the experts and get garden ideas.\nKid-friendly activities!\nFree Admission\nFree Plants\nFree Garden books\, magazines\, seed catalogs and plastic garden buckets\nFree Soil Screening for food gardeners  – Bring a 2-cup soil sample in a quart zip lock bag.\nEasy instructions for soil sampling at http://austintexas.gov/soilkitchen \nTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\, Travis County Master Gardeners\, and Austin Parks & Recreation present the 11th annual East Austin Garden Fair. \nFree and open to the public\, this fun\, hands-on fair involves community members in creative\, low-cost ways to grow vegetables\, herbs and fruit to improve the family diet as well as information about Earth-Kind landscaping. Travis County Master Gardeners offer University-based information to fairgoers on a diverse variety of horticulture topics\, while Community Partner Organizations provide information on closely-related services\, programs and projects. \nThe fair features an assortment of DIY and demonstration activities\, including building a rain barrel\, raised bed or compost bin\, and information about waterwise irrigation methods and gardening in containers and straw bales.  Learn how to care for house plants as well as your garden tools!  Booths on backyard chickens and beekeeping are a big hit with all ages and there will be plenty of activities for kids. \nLong-standing community partners and new participants include the Sustainable Food Center\, Green Corn Project\, Home Depot Kid’s Workshop\, Austin Public Library\, Austin Resource Recovery\, City of Austin-Urban Forestry\,  Austin Herb Society\, 4-H CAPITAL AmeriCorps\, Travis County 4-H\, Travis Co Master Wellness Volunteers\, Travis County Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program and Travis County Cooperative Extension Program-Prairie View A&M University. \nFor more information\, please call 512-854-9600. \nFlyer:  English   Spanish \nThe members of Texas A&M AgriLife will provide equal opportunities in programs and activities\, education\, and employment to all persons regardless of race\, color\, sex\, religion\, national origin\, age\, disability\, genetic information\, veteran status\, sexual orientation or gender identity.  The Texas A&M University System\, the U. S. Department of Agriculture and the County Commissioners’ Court of Texas cooperating. \nPersons with disabilities who plan to attend a meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are required to contact Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service-Travis County at 512-854-9600 ten working days prior to the meeting so appropriate arrangements can be made.
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/east-austin-garden-fair-2/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Landscaping,Urban Agriculture
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170327
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20161221T214631Z
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SUMMARY:Zilker Garden Festival
DESCRIPTION:Zilker Botanical Garden\n2220 Barton Springs Rd\, Austin 78746 \nSaturday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm\nSunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nStop by the Travis County Master Gardener’s vendor tent to purchase a variety of ornamental plants\, vegetables and herbs then head over to Kids’ Corner for fun educational garden activities. \nEntrance – $10 Adults (age 13+)\, $4 Children (age 4-12)\, Under age 4 Free\nParking $5 \nFor more information visit http://www.zilkergarden.org/ZGF/index.html
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/zilkerfest/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Landscaping
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170204T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20161228T052345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161228T052443Z
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SUMMARY:All About Roses
DESCRIPTION:Incorporate user friendly roses into your new or existing garden plans! Travis County Master Gardener Cher Coleman has 30 years’ experience in the use of roses in a landscape. She will teach you methods for proper selection of rose varieties\, site prep and maintenance like pruning\, pest control and fertilization.  This session is excellent for newbies and experienced gardeners and questions are encouraged. \nZilker Botanical Garden\n2220 Barton Springs Rd\,  Austin\, TX 78746 \nSeminar is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required. \nZilker park entrance fee is $2 per adult\, $1 per child (ages 3-12) or seniors (age 62 & over)\,  $3 for non-Austin Residents. Cash or check accepted. \nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\, 512-854-9600
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/all-about-roses/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Landscaping
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160225T032611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T032611Z
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SUMMARY:Hello Invasive Species\, Goodbye Texas Natives
DESCRIPTION:Invasive species have the potential to drastically change our Texas landscape. This presentation will cover the threats posed by invasive species\, as well as responses to the threat. The Invaders of Texas citizen scientist program will be introduced\, as one of several ways you can get involved in managing invasive species. As the Invasive Species Program Coordinator at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center\, Dr. Hans Landel manages the Invaders of Texas citizen scientist program\, manages the Texasinvasives.org website\, and collaborates with other agencies and organizations in managing invasive species. He has performed conservation research both in the U.S. and internationally. \nPicture: Giant reed (Arundo donax) along the Rio Grande\, National Park Service ‐ http://science.nature.nps.gov/im/units/chdn/monitor/exotics.cfm \nZilker Botanical Garden\n2220 Barton Springs Rd\,  Austin\, TX 78746 \nSeminar is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required.\nZilker park entrance fee is $2 per adult\, $1 per child (ages 3-12) or seniors (age 62 & over)\,  $3 for non-Austin Residents. Cash or check accepted.\nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\, 512-854-9600
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/hello-invasive-species-goodbye-texas-natives/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161110T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160511T014200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160511T014806Z
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SUMMARY:Preserving the Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the key food preservation processes; freezing\, dehydration and canning. Factors related to food spoilage and the science involved in prevention will be covered along with a basic review of the tools and techniques involved. Master Gardener Jeff Peters will provide a step‐by step illustration of the hot water bath canning process–an excellent resource for those with an interest in preserving their garden produce. \nBackyard Basics\, offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Travis County\, will provide consumers\, backyard gardeners\, homemakers\, educators and farmers a “do-it-yourself” learning opportunity on tips for harvesting and preserving your garden produce\, caring for bees and raising chickens for home egg production. \nCost: $10 thru 10/31\, $15 starting 11/1 and onsite\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. Space is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/preserving-the-harvest/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener,Urban Agriculture
ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161105T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160806T013231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160806T013523Z
UID:579-1478336400-1478350800@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Using Water Wisely - Demonstration Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the entire spectrum of water saving solutions from high tech to no tech at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office Demonstration Field Day in Austin.  You determine the best answer for your situation and pocket book.   Travis County Master Gardeners and Horticulturist Daphne Richards will be available to demonstrate and answer your questions on a one- on-one basis. \nDiscover various rain water catchment methods.   See examples of various watering methods from a wicking bed to drip irrigation.  Understand the importance of compost for water conservation and plant health.  Gain knowledge about the importance of selecting the right plant for the spot.  Look at ways to control heat (summer and winter) to increase vegetable garden production. \nCome stroll the diverse garden and ask questions.  Enjoy watching the butterflies\, bees\, blooming flowers\, and growing vegetables.  Take home lettuce seeds and how-to knowledge to accomplish your next project. \nDemonstration Field Day is free and open to the public – No RSVP is required. \nFor more information\, contact Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\, 512-854-9600.
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/using-water-wisely-demonstration-field-day/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Landscaping,Urban Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161031T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20161011T205222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161011T205342Z
UID:589-1477902600-1478019600@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Texas Fruit Conference
DESCRIPTION:5th Annual Texas Fruit Conference to be Held in Central Texas for the First Time \nNow in it’s fifth year\, the Texas Fruit Conference has gotten bigger and better\, encompassing a wide variety of  cultural information and best management practices regarding fruit and nut crops. Featuring some of our most renowned AgriLife Extension experts and industry professionals\, this year\, for the first time ever\, the conference will be held right here in Central Texas\, at the New Braunfels Civic and Convention Center. \nWhether you currently own an orchard\, are considering the potential of establishing one\, or are simply a fruit enthusiast\, there’s something for you at this conference. This opportunity to learn from the very best experts on all-things fruit should not be missed! \nDate: October 31 (1:00 to 5:00 PM) and November 1 (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM)\, 2016\nLocation: New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center\, 375 S Castell Ave\, New Braunfels\nCost: $80 through 10/21 ($95 late and onsite)\nRegister online: 5th Annual Texas Fruit Conference Registration \nJust a few of the featured speakers include:\nMonte Nesbitt\, Jim Kamas\, Larry Stein\, George Ray McEachern\, and Kevin Ong\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\nTom Beckman\, USDA-ARS Fruit & Tree Nut Laboratory\nWes Mickel\, Argus Cidery\nTim McCaskill\, Austin Orchards \nCheck out the full agenda here: 5th Annual Texas Fruit Conference Agenda
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/5th-annual-texas-fruit-conference/
LOCATION:New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center\, 375 S Castell Ave\, New Braunfels\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Urban Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161013T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160511T013904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160511T193512Z
UID:549-1476345600-1476378000@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Chickens in Your Backyard
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for the fun and rewarding experience of keeping your own backyard chickens? Learn about planning your coop\, breed selection\, caring for chicks\, ideas to beat boredom\, diets for delicious eggs and keeping the coop clean. Master Gardener Ally Stresing will help you get started with this informative talk on raising the home flock. \nBackyard Basics\, offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Travis County\, will provide consumers\, backyard gardeners\, homemakers\, educators and farmers a “do-it-yourself” learning opportunity on tips for harvesting and preserving your garden produce\, caring for bees and raising chickens for home egg production. \nCost: $10 thru 10/3\, $15 starting 10/4 and onsite\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. Space is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/chickens-in-your-backyard/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener,Urban Agriculture
ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20160908T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20160908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160511T013646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160511T014516Z
UID:547-1473328800-1473336000@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:To Bee\, or Not to Bee
DESCRIPTION:Come learn all about bees: anatomy\, society & communication. Gather information on establishing your first hive\, beekeeping equipment and integrated pest management. Master Gardener Ginny Stubblefield has been a beekeeper for 3 years and is a member of the Williamson County Area Beekeepers Association and the Austin Area Beekeepers. \nBackyard Basics\, offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Travis County\, will provide consumers\, backyard gardeners\, homemakers\, educators and farmers a “do-it-yourself” learning opportunity on tips for harvesting and preserving your garden produce\, caring for bees and raising chickens for home egg production. \nCost: $10 thru 8/29\, $15 starting 8/30 and onsite\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. Space is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/to-bee-or-not-to-bee/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener,Urban Agriculture
ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20160811T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20160811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160511T013227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160511T014602Z
UID:545-1470909600-1470916800@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Garden to Kitchen - Tips for a Fresh and Tasty Harvest
DESCRIPTION:The best part of vegetable gardening is the harvest! Give your home‐grown vegetables the attention they deserve with proper harvesting and handling techniques. Master Gardener Patty Leander shares tips on when to harvest produce at its prime along with proper storage conditions for peak quality and flavor. \nBackyard Basics\, offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Travis County\, will provide consumers\, backyard gardeners\, homemakers\, educators and farmers a “do-it-yourself” learning opportunity on tips for harvesting and preserving your garden produce\, caring for bees and raising chickens for home egg production. \nCost: $10 thru 8/1\, $15 starting 8/2 and onsite\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. Space is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/garden-to-kitchen-tips-for-a-fresh-and-tasty-harvest/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Master Gardener
ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160225T032346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T032346Z
UID:482-1470477600-1470484800@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Growing Green in Austin
DESCRIPTION:Grow Green is an education program that promotes sustainable landscaping practices. It addresses water quality and conservation\, recycling\, and an Integrated Pest Management philosophy\, which encourages the least‐toxic way to address pest issues. Get ready for fall planting. Attend this class to discover tips and all of the FREE resources available to help you create and maintain a beautiful Central Texas landscape that is good for your pocket book and the environment. Denise Delaney coordinates the Grow Green program for the City of Austin’s Watershed Protection Department; has a Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture and over 25 years of professional experience in Central Texas. \nZilker Botanical Garden\n2220 Barton Springs Rd\,  Austin\, TX 78746 \nSeminar is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required.\nZilker park entrance fee is $2 per adult\, $1 per child (ages 3-12) or seniors (age 62 & over)\,  $3 for non-Austin Residents. Cash or check accepted.\nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\, 512-854-9600
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/growing-green-in-austin/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160225T032052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T032131Z
UID:480-1468663200-1468670400@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Easy Composting with Worms!
DESCRIPTION:Let these “little composters” save landfill space while turning your kitchen vegetable and fruit waste into black gold! Even if you live in an apartment you can host a small bin under the kitchen sink. Worm castings are useful in many ways: compost tea\, potting soils\, top dressing for house plants and seedlings\, to name a few. Tommie Clayton\, Master Gardener Compost Specialist\, will show you how worm bins work\, demonstrate how to construct your own worm bin and get it started\, methods for harvesting castings plus brewing your own compost tea. \nZilker Botanical Garden\n2220 Barton Springs Rd\,  Austin\, TX 78746 \nSeminar is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required.\nZilker park entrance fee is $2 per adult\, $1 per child (ages 3-12) or seniors (age 62 & over)\,  $3 for non-Austin Residents. Cash or check accepted.\nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\, 512-854-9600
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/easy-composting-with-worms/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Landscaping,Master Gardener,Urban Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160609T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160609T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160115T001027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T031907Z
UID:466-1465466400-1465473600@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Texas Tough Plants
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for colorful\, low-maintenance plants for your garden?  Join us to learn about some terrific Texas native plants that can bring beauty and function to your garden while being well adapted to handle Texas’ blazing summers and other weather extremes. In addition to being water-wise\, native plants provide great benefits to pollinators and birds.  4-H CAPITAL’s gardening specialist and Texas Master Naturalist Meredith O’Reilly will guide you in choosing the right natives for your garden goals. \nPart of the Dealing with Drought Series\nCost: $10 through 5/30; $15 starting 5/31 and on-site\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. \nSpace is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/texas-tough-plants/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Master Gardener
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160225T031559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T031647Z
UID:477-1463220000-1463227200@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Firewise Gardening
DESCRIPTION:A fire action plan saves lives and property through advance planning. Learn how to take steps to protect yourself and help first responders help you! Master Gardener Cher Coleman will provide you with landscaping tips to create a defensible space\, things you can do to make your home more fire resistant. Review checklists for family preparedness\, disaster plans and evacuations provided by the Texas Forestry Service and the Austin Fire Department. \nZilker Botanical Garden\n2220 Barton Springs Rd\,  Austin\, TX 78746 \nSeminar is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required.\nZilker park entrance fee is $2 per adult\, $1 per child (ages 3-12) or seniors (age 62 & over)\,  $3 for non-Austin Residents. Cash or check accepted.\nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\, 512-854-9600
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/firewise-gardening/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Landscaping,Master Gardener
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160512T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160115T001217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T033050Z
UID:468-1463047200-1463054400@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Tree Care
DESCRIPTION:Many trees are stressed by prolonged periods of hot\, dry weather. Selecting trees that use water efficiently is one way to make your landscape more resistant to drought. Learn about several tree maintenance procedures to increase a tree’s chance during drought such as mulching\, proper pruning\, limiting fertilization and supplemental irrigation. Lara Schuman\, an ISA Certified Arborist and acting Program Manager at City of Austin Urban Forestry will share her knowledge on caring for trees. \nPart of the Dealing with Drought Series\nCost: $10 through 5/02; $15 starting 5/03 and on-site\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. \nSpace is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/tree-care/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Landscaping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160416T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160109T043846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170404T074757Z
UID:459-1460797200-1460815200@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:East Austin Garden Fair 2016
DESCRIPTION:Ask the experts and get garden ideas.\nKid-friendly activities! \nFree Admission\nFree Plants\nFree Garden books\, magazines and seed catalogs\nFree Soil Screening for food gardeners  – Bring a 2-cup soil sample in a quart zip lock bag\nTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\, Travis County Master Gardeners\, and Austin Parks & Recreation present the 10th annual East Austin Garden Fair. \nFree and open to the public\, this fun\, hands-on fair involves community members in creative\, low-cost ways to grow vegetables\, herbs and fruit to improve the family diet as well as information about Earth-Kind landscaping. Travis County Master Gardeners offer University-based information to fairgoers on a diverse variety of horticulture topics\, while Community Partner Organizations provide information on closely-related services\, programs and projects. \nThe fair features an assortment of DIY and demonstration activities\, including building a rain barrel\, raised bed or compost bin\, and information about waterwise irrigation methods and gardening in containers and straw bales.  Learn how to care for house plants as well as your garden tools!  Booths on backyard chickens and beekeeping are a big hit with all ages and there will be plenty of activities for kids. \nNew this year – free soil screening for food gardeners (for metals\, pH and nutrients) offered through Austin Resource Recovery.  Bring a 2-cup soil sample in a quart zip lock bag.\nEasy instructions for soil sampling at http://austintexas.gov/soilkitchen \nFREE vegetable\, herb and ornamental plants (while supplies last) are offered to participants to encourage continued interest in horticulture and healthful eating. \nLong-standing community partners and new participants include the Sustainable Food Center\, Capital Area Food Bank\, Green Corn Project\, Home Depot Kid’s Workshop\, Austin Public Library\, Austin Resource Recovery\, City of Austin-Urban Forestry\, Brite Ideas – Aquaponics\, Hydroponics & Organics\,  Texas Parks & Wildlife\, Austin Herb Society\, 4-H CAPITAL AmeriCorps\, Travis County 4-H\, Travis Co Master Wellness Volunteers and Travis County Cooperative Extension Program-Prairie View A&M University. \nFor more information\, please call 512-854-9600. \nFlyer-English            Flyer- Spanish\nEducational programs conducted by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Prairie View A&M University Cooperative Extension Program are open to all people without regard to race\, color\, religion\, sex\, national origin\, age\, disability\, genetic information or veteran status. The Texas A&M University System\, the U. S. Department of Agriculture and the County Commissioners’ Court of Texas cooperating. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend a meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or services are required to contact Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service-Travis County at 512-854-9600 ten working days prior to the meeting so appropriate arrangements can be made.
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/east-austin-garden-fair/
LOCATION:Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center\, Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center 2608 Gonzales Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160414T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160115T000837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T032851Z
UID:465-1460628000-1460635200@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting for Landscape Use
DESCRIPTION:Take advantage of a rainwater collection system to help your landscape\, trees and lawn survive Central Texas’ drought conditions. Master Gardener Ed Parken will discuss ways to collect rain\, how to use it and ways to add art to a tank. He will provide a tutorial on PVC pipe construction and a tour of the rainwater collection system at the Extension Office Demonstration Garden. \nPart of the Dealing with Drought Series\nCost: $10 through 4/04; $15 starting 4/05 and on-site\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. \nSpace is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/rainwater-harvesting-for-landscape-use/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160312T011919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160312T012016Z
UID:496-1459591200-1459702800@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:59th Annual Zilker Garden Festival
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Travis County Master Gardeners at the Festival! \nFor over 50 years\, the annual Zilker Garden Festival has been a one-stop\, garden shopping destination when spring arrives in Austin and Central Texas. A family-friendly event\, the garden festival offers something for everyone. \nShop Vendors\nVisit our vendor booths from Austin and Central Texas who will offer a variety of plants for sale – native and adapted annuals and perennials\, cacti & succulents\, veggies & herbs\, orchids\, and tropicals.  Shop for garden-themed arts & crafts\, ceramic pottery\, custom jewelry\, handmade artistic clothing\, herbal products\, and garden hats. \nCity of Austin Programs\nVisit the City of Austin Grow Green tables on the lawn by the Garden Center for activities\, resources\, and information on growing beautiful\, earth-wise gardens. Visit Smokey the Bearfrom 10:30am-12:30pm! Take a Garden Tour at 2:30pm\, led by a Grow Green plant expert at the Green Garden (near the Garden Center)! Create miniature faerie houses\, forts\, or sculptures at the Zilker Botanical Garden table! \nPlan to arrive early and bring your wagon! \nDetails at http://zilkergarden.org/ZGF/index.html \nHalf Price Admission on Sunday For All Bicyclists!\n$10 Adults (age 13+)\, $4 Children (age 4-12)\, Under age 4 Free\, Parking $5*
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/59th-annual-zilker-garden-festival/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160310T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160115T000621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T032800Z
UID:464-1457604000-1457611200@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Lawn Maintenance for Water Conservation
DESCRIPTION:When there are drought conditions in Central Texas\, landscape plants become water-stressed so it’s important to look at how you are caring for your lawn to help it survive.  Learn how to look for signs of insects\, diseases and weeds.  In addition\, find out the best way to water\, fertilize\, and mow your lawn.   Daphne Richards\, County Extension Agent—Horticulture Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Travis County leads educational programming in the areas of home horticulture\, urban agriculture\, and the green industry.  She also serves as the coordinator of the local Master Gardener program.  Watch her each week on the award-winning television program “Central Texas\nGardener”.  You might also see her around town at various gardening events with Augie\, her sweet little Dachshund. \nPart of the Dealing with Drought Series\nCost: $10 through 2/29; $15 starting 3/1 and on-site\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. \nSpace is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/lawn-maintenance-for-water-conservation/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Landscaping,Master Gardener
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160211T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20160114T235829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160115T001312Z
UID:461-1455184800-1455192000@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Effects on Insect Ecology: How You Can Help
DESCRIPTION:The talk covers why insects and other arthropods are important to humans and other animals\, how drought impacts various insect groups and how people can help attract and keep insects in their yard even in times of drought. \nWizzie Brown serves as Program Specialist – IPM in the Austin metroplex encompassing Travis County and surrounding counties. Visit her blog at http://urban-ipm.blogspot.com/ \nPart of the Dealing with Drought Series\nCost: $10 through 2/1; $15 starting 2/2 and on-site\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. \nSpace is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/effects-on-insect-ecology-how-you-can-help/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160206T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20151221T210653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151221T211535Z
UID:426-1454752800-1454760000@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Texas First Detector
DESCRIPTION:“See something\, say something”…a program that gardeners can use to improve observation skills detecting invasive pest (insects) and diseases such as the brown marmorated stink bug and rose rosette (see picture) that may appear and cause problems in our gardens and landscapes. Susan Jung and Tommie Clayton\, Travis County Master Gardeners\, will introduce you to the National Plant Diagnostic Network program\, review “wanted posters” so you’ll know what to look for\, web based resources\, and where to report sightings for confirmation. \nSeminar is free\nZilker park entrance fee is $2 per adult\, $1 per child (ages 3-12) or seniors (age 62 & over)\,\n$3 for non-Austin Residents. Cash or check accepted.\nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\,512-854-9600
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/texas-first-detector/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160109T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105157
CREATED:20151221T211208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151221T212151Z
UID:428-1452333600-1452340800@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Compost for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Compost isn’t just a pile of dead leaves! It’s a vital community of microorganisms that work to add vital nutrients\, moisture\, and structure to your soil. Travis County Master Gardener Sheryl Williams will explain the basic science of how compost is created\, what materials you can use to make compost\, types of compost containers and which to choose\, plus what type of compost is best for your garden. Join the tour of the Zilker Botanical Garden Compost Demonstration area to compare different types of compost systems ‐ please dress appropriately. \nSeminar is free\nZilker park entrance fee is $2 per adult\, $1 per child (ages 3-12) or seniors (age 62 & over)\,\n$3 for non-Austin Residents. Cash or check accepted. \nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\,512-854-9600
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/compost/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151209T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105158
CREATED:20151203T012218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151203T012233Z
UID:424-1449679500-1449694800@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Beekeeping 101: What’s the Buzz?
DESCRIPTION:December 10\, 2015\nTravis County Extension Office\n\nCost: $15.00\nMust RSVP by December 9\, 2015 at 2 PM (Central time)\n\nRSVP to  sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu\nyou will receive a confirmation email once you are on the list.\n\nSeating is limited\, so register early\nPay at the door- CHECKS ONLY (NO CASH ACCEPTED!)\n\nLocation: 1600-B Smith Road\, Austin\, TX 78721\n\nProgram as follows:\n                                                                                                                                \n\n4:45-5:30    Registration\n5:30-5:35    Welcome\n5:35-6:25    Honey Bee Biology & Behavior\n6:25-7:10    How to Get Started: Beekeeping Equipment Essentials\n7:10-7:15    Break\n7:15-8:00    Buying Bees\, Installation & Basic Set-up\n                       Where Do I Get Bees?\n8:00-8:45    Annual Management\n8:45-8:55    Ag Land Tax Valuation for Honeybees\n8:55-9:00    Evaluation & Wrap Up\n\n  \nThe program will be co-presented by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agents and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Master Volunteers.\n\nQuestions?  Call 512-854-9610 or 512-581-7186\n\n  \nPerson with disabilities who plan to attend meetings or functions who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service of Travis County at (512) 854-9610 two days prior to the event so that appropriate arrangements can be made.  Educational programs of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race\, color\, sex\, religion\, disability\, age or national origin.  The Texas A&M University System\, U. S. Department of Agriculture and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating.
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/beekeeping-101-whats-the-buzz/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Urban Agriculture
ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105158
CREATED:20150630T220552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150630T220629Z
UID:398-1447322400-1447329600@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Basics – Bold and Beautiful Edibles
DESCRIPTION:Come join us to learn about edible plants with ornamental potential for Central Texas landscapes. We’re talking artichokes\, asparagus\, rhubarb\, strawberries\, herbs and more. Some are perennials\, some are annuals\, but all will beautify your landscape and satisfy your appetite. \nMaster Gardener Patty Leander is a writer for Texas Gardener magazine and grows vegetables year round in her Oak Hill garden. \nCost: $10 thru 11/02\, $15 starting 11/03 and onsite\, NO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only.\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604\nContact:  Sue Carrasco\, 512-854-9610 or sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu \nSpace is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat! \nTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Backyard Basics series.
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/backyard-basics-bold-and-beautiful-edibles/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Master Gardener,Urban Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151018
DTSTAMP:20260513T105158
CREATED:20150612T031143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150612T031743Z
UID:381-1445040000-1445126399@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Inside Austin Gardens Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Travis County Master Gardeners Association has set Saturday\, October 17\, 2015 for their popular Inside Austin Gardens Tour (IAGT). The tour provides a rare look inside six private gardens and one public experimental garden that demonstrate realistic\, sustainable gardening practices for Central Texas. \nTickets are $19 advance purchase\, $20 purchased at the tour. \nFor details and to purchase advance tickets\, go to insideaustingardens.org
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/inside-austin-gardens-tour/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Landscaping,Master Gardener
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105158
CREATED:20150630T220300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150630T220300Z
UID:396-1444298400-1444305600@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Basics – Plant Propagation
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make new plants for your yard through propagation methods such as rooting slips and cuttings. In this workshop you will assemble a self-watering propagator and select cuttings to grow new plants. All supplies\, instructions\, and cuttings will be provided for each participant. Master Gardener Sue King\, a Plant Propagation Specialist\, is a retired school librarian\, an avid soup-maker\, and a life-long gardener. Master Gardener Carolyn Turman found propagating plants using cuttings as an easy and inexpensive way to add wonderful additions to her landscape. \nSpace is limited to 25 – register on-line. No on-site registration available.\nCost: $25 thru 9/28\, $30 starting 9/29. No cash accepted-checks & credit cards only.\nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty \nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604\nContact: Sue Carrasco\, 512-854-9610 or sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/backyard-basics-plant-propagation/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Landscaping,Master Gardener,Urban Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105158
CREATED:20150413T223610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150530T004543Z
UID:77-1441879200-1441886400@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Basics - Natural Pest Control
DESCRIPTION:Come to learn how to tell pests from other insects found in your backyard.  We will focus on integrated pest management to avoid many problem pests you may experience. Wizzie Brown serves as Program Specialist – IPM in the Austin metroplex encompassing Travis County and surrounding counties.\nVisit her blog at http://urban-ipm.blogspot.com/ \n  \nTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Backyard Basics series.\nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\, 512-854-9600. \nCost: $10 thru 09/06\, $15 starting 09/07and onsite\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only.\n \nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604\nSpace is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/backyard-basics-natural-pest-control/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Master Gardener
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150808T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105158
CREATED:20150530T004352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150530T005103Z
UID:370-1439028000-1439035200@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Photography in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to take plant pictures with impact –namely composition and lighting.  This seminar will begin with an overview of cameras (film & digital)\, lenses and composition.  Course prerequisites:  study the owner’s manual on your camera. \nSam is a long time photographer and Master Gardener specializing in presentations on Beneficial Insects and Plant Photography. In 2009\, he was selected as “Photographer of the Year” in the Travis County Master Gardener photo contest. \n  \nSeminar is free with park entry.\nZilker park entrance fee is $2 per adult\, $1 per child (ages 3-12) or seniors (age 62 & over)\, $3 for non-Austin Residents.  cash or check accepted. \nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\, 512-854-9600
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/photography-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:Austin Area Garden Center – Zilker Botanical Garden\, 2220 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Master Gardener
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ORGANIZER;CN="Daphne Richards":MAILTO:drichards@ag.tamu.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150806T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T105158
CREATED:20150413T223327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150530T004124Z
UID:76-1438855200-1438862400@www.tcmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Basics – Backyard Chickens
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for the fun and rewarding experience of keeping your own backyard chickens? Ally Stresing will help you get started with this informative talk on raising the home flock. Ally Stresing is an accomplished vegetable gardener who decided that no backyard garden is complete without chickens. \n  \nTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Backyard Basics Series.\nFor more information contact: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – Travis County\, 512-854-9600. \nCost: $10 thru 08/02\, $15 starting 08/03 and onsite\nNO cash accepted – checks and credit cards only. \nRegister: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/TravisCounty\nRegister by Phone: 979-845-2604\nSpace is limited so register on-line early to reserve your seat!
URL:https://www.tcmastergardeners.org/event/backyard-basics-backyard-chickens/
LOCATION:Travis Co AgriLife Extension Service Office\, 1600 Smith Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78721\, United States
CATEGORIES:Master Gardener,Urban Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sue Carrasco":MAILTO:sacarrasco@ag.tamu.edu
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