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SUMMARY:On-line Webinar with Linda Gilkeson: Grow the Most Food for the Least Money All Year Round
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URL:https://mgabc.org/event/on-line-webinar-with-linda-gilkeson-grow-the-most-food-for-the-least-money-all-year-round/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T100000
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SUMMARY:Victoria Plantaholics Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:This annual event started in 2000 and rapidly grew from a few local propagators selling excess seedlings and cuttings into a large number of plantaholics selling all sorts of interesting and unusual plants.  It has always been the sale to find that one unusual plant that you have been lusting over or that plant you did not know existed but cannot live without.  For further information contact Bryan Emery at bryanemery85@gmail.com
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-plantaholics-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Brentwood Bay Nursery\, 1395 Benvenuto Avenue\, Brentwood Bay\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T233000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T202528Z
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SUMMARY:Essentials of Worm Composting
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on workshop\, you will learn the essentials of vermicomposting (worm composting) which is a sustainable\, low-maintenance and odour-free way of quickly turning kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich fertilizer for your garden. You will  build a worm compost bin to take home and begin your composting journey (“starter” worms included). 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/essentials-of-worm-composting/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260321T201031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T201035Z
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SUMMARY:Gordon Head Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/gordon-head-garden-club-annual-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Gordon Head Lawn Bowling Club\, 4105 Lambrick Way\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260502T162030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T162035Z
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SUMMARY:Let it Bee: Creating a Landscape that Welcomes Native Pollinators with Claudia Copley
DESCRIPTION:This event will give an overview of why pollination is important\, who are the pollinators\, the amazing diversity of bees and other pollinators\, what habitat they need\, and how we can all help in small ways to benefit these amazing and essential creatures. Tickets are $10/person. As space is limited\, please book in advance.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/let-it-bee-creating-a-landscape-that-welcomes-native-pollinators-with-claudia-copley/
LOCATION:Ross Bay Villa\, 1490 Fairfield Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260321T200839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T200844Z
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SUMMARY:HCP Tomato Day
DESCRIPTION:May is the time to plant your vegetable garden!  We will have several varieties of tomato starts as well as other veggies and herbs.  Our plant sale area will be open and stocked.  Victoria Master Gardeners are on site to answer your questions. More information CLICK HERE or call (250) 479 – 6162 \n\n\n\nFree education talk on “How to Grow a Bumper Crop of Tomatoes” at 10:00 AM
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/hcp-tomato-day/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260321T200139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T200302Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Conservatory of Music Mother's Day Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:10 extraordinary private gardens to visit in support of the Victoria Conservatory of Music.  Tickets Price: $ 45.  \n\n\n\nTickets available on-line until April 29th and in person after April 1st.    \n\n\n\nNote: There will be no plant sale this year. \n\n\n\nMore info at: https://vcm.bc.ca/support/garden-tour/
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/annual-conservatory-of-music-mothers-day-garden-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260321T200449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T200453Z
UID:9021-1778320800-1778335200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Sooke Garden Club Mother's Day Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Keep calm and garden on at our annual plant sale! Browse a selection of plant starts\, divided perennials\, and more. More info. at:  https://www.sookegardenclub.ca/calendar/sooke-garden-club-spring-plant-sale
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/sooke-garden-club-mothers-day-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Evergreen Shopping Centre\, 6660 Sooke Road\, Sooke\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260311T222503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T195949Z
UID:8986-1778320800-1778331600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:The Victoria Horticultural Society Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Loads of veggie starts\, perennials\, annuals\, ornamental grasses and more! Proceeds support community gardening education\, bursaries/scholarships at Camosun and Pacific Horticultural Colleges\, and the Doris Page Winter Garden at HCP. 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/the-victoria-horticultural-society-spring-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Reynolds Secondary School\, 3963 Borden Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T160000
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CREATED:20260321T195147Z
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UID:9012-1778317200-1778342400@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Rhododendron Society Annual Show and Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-rhododendron-society-annual-show-and-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260416T010047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T010115Z
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SUMMARY:Victoria Horticultural Society Special Presentation: Japanese Gardens with Barry Agar
DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Horticultural Society will meet on May 5\, 2026 (7:00 – 9:00 pm) at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre (3277 Douglas St). Our speaker is Barry Agar\, who will talk about Japanese Gardens\, how they developed\, and how they influence modern gardens.  Barryhas recently retired as Head Gardener at Hatley Park at Royal Roads University\, which has an early Canadian Japanese Garden. There will be a workshop on “How to Divide Dahlias” from 6:30-7:00\, led by Eileen Bancroft. Only $5:00 at the door for non-members! For more information\, visit www.vichortsociety.org.  
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-horticultural-society-special-presentation-japanese-gardens-with-barry-agar/
LOCATION:Ukrainian Cultural Centre\, 3277 Douglas St.\, Victoria
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260116T014020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T000627Z
UID:8390-1777809600-1777820400@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Camas Day at Uplands Park
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Uplands Park will be having its Camas Day Celebration on Sunday May 3\, 2026. \n\n\n\nJoin FOUP for their annual spring celebration with food\, live music\, native plant walks\, prizes\, kids activities and incredible informational displays from their community amazing partners working to protect our local ecosystems. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please visit Friends of Uplands Park Website.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/camas-day-at-uplands-park/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260321T195007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T195011Z
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SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley Rhododendron Society Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:This Plant Sale always offers many unique and special rhododendrons not regularly available in nurseries. It also includes a large Rhododendron Truss show so that interested gardeners can look for some of their favourites.  Also for sale are trees and shrubs; companion plants for shade such as hosta\, fern\, and primulas;  \n\n\n\nplants for sun such as peonies\, irises\, and lilies; unusual perennials\, and some native plants.  Knowledgeable gardeners are available to answer gardening questions.  Email cowichanvalleyrhododendron@gmail.com for more information. \n\n\n\nNote new location!
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/cowichan-valley-rhododendron-society-plant-sale/
LOCATION:The Hub\, 2375 Koksilah Road\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260321T193647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T194122Z
UID:9003-1777712400-1777820400@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary Native Plant Sale is the largest of its kind on Vancouver Island. Join us as we celebrate our 31st year teaching\, learning and selling native plants\, with 100% of the proceeds back to local nature conservation. \n\n\n\nIntroducing any number of native plants to your garden helps to learn about plants of place\, resilient systems\, and support biodiversity by creating habitat for native pollinators\, birds\, and other wildlife.  \n\n\n\nNote: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday\, 9:00 AM to noon on sunday
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/swan-lake-christmas-hill-nature-sanctuary-native-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary\, 3873 Swan Lake Road\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T194732Z
UID:9008-1777712400-1777741200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Cairnsmore / Hospice Volunteer Gardeners’ Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:This is our main fundraiser which allows us to keep the Cairnsmore and Hospice gardens as beautiful as ever! We will have a large selection of plants available for sale to suit every garden.  \n\n\n\nCome early for the best selection! \n\n\n\n250 Cairnsmore Street\, Duncan
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/cairnsmore-hospice-volunteer-gardeners-annual-plant-sale/
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260411T202212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T202217Z
UID:9172-1777712400-1777725000@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Permaculture
DESCRIPTION:Bethany Couture will introduce you to the amazing world of permaculture\, a holistic approach to land and life management that emphasizes sustainability\, self-sufficiency\, and diversity. This class introduces you to the core principles and ethics of permaculture\, exploring its practical applications in urban and rural settings. It will teach you how to cultivate flourishing\, food-yielding ecosystems with techniques like proper plant selection\, companion planting\, composting\, soil management\, water conservation\, and more. Discover how permaculture can help you work in harmony with nature\, fostering ecological abundance while reducing environmental impact. This class provides a comprehensive foundation for anyone looking to learn more about permaculture and how to integrate it into their life and garden.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/introduction-to-permaculture/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260321T194430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T194435Z
UID:9006-1777712400-1777723200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Peninsula Garden Club Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Great selection of tomato plants\, annuals and perennials
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/peninsula-garden-club-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260303T004410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T004414Z
UID:8632-1777114800-1777219200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Abkhazi Gardens Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/abkhazi-gardens-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Abkhazi Gardens\, 1964 Fairfield Road\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260219T170802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T170807Z
UID:8577-1777111200-1777125600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Indoor and outdoor annuals and perennials for both shade and sun gardens will be for sale.  The garden club looks forward to sharing their bounty with their neighbours.  Cash sales only.  Arrive early for the best selection!  
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/cowichan-valley-garden-club-annual-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Siem Lelum Gymnasium\, 5574 River Rd.\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260218T175145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T175150Z
UID:8552-1777107600-1777219200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:HCP Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the best plant sale of the year! Unique plants propagated at HCP. 10% off for HCP members.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/hcp-spring-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260121T171645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T171859Z
UID:8404-1776758400-1777136400@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:The American Rhododendron Society Spring Convention
DESCRIPTION:I you love Rhodos you’re not going to want to miss this multi day event which includes speakers and garden tours!
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/the-american-rhododendron-society-spring-convention/
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach\, Qualicum Beach\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260411T152050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T152055Z
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SUMMARY:Fruit Tree Grafting 101
DESCRIPTION:Fruit-tree expert Tim Fryatt will be hosting a Grafting 101 workshop and demonstration with the City of Victoria taking place at Fernwood NRG (1240 Gladstone Ave) on Sunday\, April 19th from 10am to 1pm. Registration $25. \n\n\n\nLooking for a favourite fruit tree variety you can’t find at the nursery? Want to grow multiple varieties on one tree or start an orchard on a budget? Join local fruit‑tree enthusiast Tim Fryatt for a hands‑on workshop on the art and wizardry of grafting. Discover how to clone your favourite varieties\, add new cultivars to existing trees\, boost pollination\, repair damage on trunks made by rabbits\, voles or cankers \, and even create beautiful multi‑graft or espaliered trees. You’ll learn essential techniques including whip & tongue and cleft grafting and watch demonstrations on grafting onto established trees. By the end of this workshop\, you’ll have the confidence to start experimenting with grafting all on your own! Materials from the City of Victoria’s heritage apple collection will be available\, and a limited number of rootstocks will be available to purchase so that you can take home your own custom fruit tree. 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/fruit-tree-grafting-101/
LOCATION:Fernwood Community Centre\, 1240 Gladstone Avenue\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260219T165945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T003853Z
UID:8570-1776589200-1776610800@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:The Vancouver Island Rock and Alpine Garden Society Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:If you want the opportunity to buy rare and unusual plants grown and lovingly cared for by club members or offered by specialty nurseries\, this is a sale that you cannot afford to miss.  Admission by donation.  There will also be seed sales\, plant exhibition\, tea\, a silent auction and door prizes. 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/the-vancouver-island-rock-and-alpine-garden-society-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260219T170536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T170540Z
UID:8575-1776560400-1776610800@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:View Royal Garden Club Spring Show - Flower\, Fruit and Vegetable Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:$5 Admission includes door prize tickets\, refreshments & entrance to the Flower\, Fruit & Vegetable Exhibition. \n\n\n\nShop for plants\, garden items\, and baked goods.  For plant sale – no entry fee.  Accredited BC Judges—Non-members are welcome to exhibit!  
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/view-royal-garden-club-spring-show-flower-fruit-and-vegetable-exhibition/
LOCATION:Esquimalt United Church\, Wheeley Hall\, 500 Lyall Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20251228T215337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T215341Z
UID:8283-1776517200-1776524400@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Growing Vegetables in Containers
DESCRIPTION:Grow your favourite veggies in containers – successfully! \n\n\n\nGrowing veggies\, flowers and fruits is not only for the garden – growing in containers can be an incredibly rewarding and abundant way to add nourishment and local veg to your meals\, while receiving all the mental health benefits of gardening! In this workshop\, learn about what types of containers are the best to use\, how to replenish nutrients and choose the right soil\, and what varieties of fruit\, vegetables and flowers are best grown in containers.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/growing-vegetables-in-containers/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20251228T215127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T215131Z
UID:8281-1776506400-1776513600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Free Online Workshop: Worm Composting
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to set up and maintain a worm compost bin\, sometimes called a vermicompost\, and make high quality compost\, indoors! \n\n\n\nEverything you need to know about starting up and maintaining a worm bin compost system\, also known as vermicomposting. Perfect for small space composting and apartment living\, or in addition to other composting systems you already have started at your home. Vermicompost is every gardener’s dream as a finished soil amendment\, and serves as a fast\, easy food waste diversion tool. \n\n\n\nFree attendance to this workshop is generously subsidized by the CRD.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/free-online-workshop-worm-composting/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260219T170201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T170250Z
UID:8572-1776502800-1776517200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Mount Arrowsmith Rhododendron Society Show and Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:This annual Show and Plant Sale features the flowers of early to mid-season blooming rhododendron species\, along with local vendors selling gardening goodies and a variety of plants (rhododendrons).  Free Admission.  Everyone welcome.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/mount-arrowsmith-rhododendron-society-show-and-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Curling Club\, 644 Memorial Avenue\, Qualicum Beach\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260122T174210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T174215Z
UID:8418-1775997000-1776004200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Backyard Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to start keeping bees but didn’t know where to start? Would you like to see improved fruit production in your garden along with the potential of having your own honey? Learn the basics of beekeeping with Gordon Mackay.  \n\n\n\nIn this workshop we will cover the basics of how to start your first colony. We will look at the various parts of the hive and what is involved in setting up and maintaining your colony in your first year. We will talk about some of the potential challenges and ways to mitigate these. The favourite plants that honey bees are attracted to will also be covered. 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/introduction-to-backyard-beekeeping/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T150000
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CREATED:20251228T214926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T214930Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Rainwater Harvesting
DESCRIPTION:Holistic Rainwater Management – Slow\, Sink\, Spread\, Store & Plan for Overflow \n\n\n\nHow can we best make use of the rainfall we get in our challenging wet/dry climate? For most people on small lots\, the idea of storing all the rainwater they need for their home or even their gardens is a challenging proposition. However\, there are proven strategies and techniques we can use to slow\, spread\, sink\, and store more rainwater than we are currently while ensuring safe and responsible drainage back into our creeks\, rivers and/or municipal storm drains.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/urban-rainwater-harvesting/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T165631
CREATED:20260219T165721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T003658Z
UID:8568-1775901600-1775916000@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Dahlia Society Annual Tuber and Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Includes rare and exclusive varieties – cash\, cheque\, debit and credit card accepted.  Come early for best selection.  Dahlia Society members have early access from 8 to 9 am   
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-dahlia-society-annual-tuber-and-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Prospect Lake Community Hall\, 5358 Sparton Road\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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