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SUMMARY:Free On-line Workshop: Composting Basics
DESCRIPTION:What is the recipe for compost success and why does composting matter? This workshop will explore the answers to these questions\, and will offer instructions on what it takes to produce an amendment for your garden that is rich in beneficial microorganisms and nutrients! We’ll cover the 6 factors for composting success\, how to choose the best composting system for your needs and how to increase the rodent resistance of your compost pile. \n\n\n\nFree attendance to this workshop is generously subsidized by the CRD.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/free-on-line-workshop-composting-basics/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250914T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T203831Z
UID:7515-1757854800-1757862000@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Summer Fruit Tree Pruning
DESCRIPTION:Pruning fruit trees in the summer? That’s right! It can be done…and arborist Gordon Mackay will show you how in this introduction to the wonders of summer pruning for fruit trees. \n\n\n\nWhile most pruning happens in the winter\, for backyard fruit trees\, summer pruning provides some important advantages to consider. Damage repair\, size control\, disease management\, enhancing fruit quality and tree aesthetics are all good reasons to get up into your trees on a sunny day and snip away.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/summer-fruit-tree-pruning/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T130000
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UID:7763-1757768400-1757775600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:View Royal Garden Club Fall Show - Flower\, Fruit and Vegetable Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:$5 Admission includes door prize tickets and refreshments and entrance to the Flower\, Fruit and Vegetable  \n\n\n\nExhibition.  For the show schedule\, check our website https://viewroyalgardenclub.ca  or for Exhibit Info Call (250) 858-9568 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/view-royal-garden-club-fall-show-flower-fruit-and-vegetable-exhibition/
LOCATION:Esquimalt United Church\, Wheeley Hall\, 500 Lyall Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250729T210639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210645Z
UID:7529-1757768400-1757775600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Grow the Best Garlic
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we’ll focus on all the best practices when it comes to growing and harvesting garlic as well as garlic history\, general info and learning about the different garlic groups. From bed prep and ammending your garlic\, to seed selection\, through to tending growing garlic and how to harvest\, cure and store it. There will also be some garlic variety identification – so please bring your garlic bulbs with you if your not quite sure what variety you’ve got to plant!
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/grow-the-best-garlic/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250729T210427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210505Z
UID:7526-1757757600-1757764800@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Free Workshop: Worm Composting
DESCRIPTION:Everything 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-workshop-worm-composting/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250108T014142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T024310Z
UID:5099-1757754000-1757764800@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Answer Clinic (Ask a Master Gardener) at the Summerland Gardens Fall Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners will be hosting an Answer Clinic (Ask a Master Gardener) at the annual Summerland Gardens Fall Plant Sale. \n\n\n\n\nEvent: Summerland Gardens Spring Plant Sale\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, September 13\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Noon\n\n\n\nLocation: Summerland Ornamental Gardens\n\n\n\nAddress: 4200 Highway #97 South\, Summerland\, BC\n\n\n\nEntry Fee: By Donation
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/gardening-answer-clinic-ask-a-master-gardener-at-the-summerland-gardens-fall-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Summerland Ornamental Gardens\, 4200 BC-97\, Summerland\, BC\, V0H 1Z4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250106T170054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T024305Z
UID:5064-1757239200-1757260800@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Answer Clinic (Ask a Master Gardener) at the 2025 Peachland Fall Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners will be hosting an Answer Clinic (Ask a Master Gardener) at the annual Peachland Fall Fair \n\n\n\n\nEvent: Peachland Fall Fair\n\n\n\nDate: Sunday September 7\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Peachland Community Center\n\n\n\nAddress: 4450 6th Street\, Peachland\, BC\, V0H 1X6\n\n\n\nEntry fee: Adult $3.00\, Child $0.50 (12 years and under)
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/gardening-answer-clinic-ask-a-master-gardener-at-the-2025-peachland-fall-fair/
LOCATION:Peachland Community Centre\, 4450 6 Street\, Peachland\, BC\, V0H 1X6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Hosted by the Peachland Fall Fair":MAILTO:info@peachlandfallfair.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250729T210246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210250Z
UID:7524-1757163600-1757170800@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Saving Seeds: The Basics and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Starting with the basics of plant reproduction we’ll go on a journey of seed exploration! We’ll look at how to plan your garden for seed saving\, when’s the right time to harvest your seeds\, how to clean your seeds and where’s the best place to start. Key topics will include basic plant taxonomy\, harvesting techniques and guidance on drying\, processing and storing seeds.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/saving-seeds-the-basics-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250830T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250830T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250622T002104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T002128Z
UID:7380-1756558800-1756569600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Plant Identification and Culture with Jane Tice
DESCRIPTION:This is a monthly class in which participants will be introduced to 20 new plants in each session. \n\n\n\nIf you are a new gardener\, new to Victoria or just want to brush up on your plant knowledge\, this is a great place to get started. This is a monthly class where participants will be introduced to 20 new plants which fit with our local climate. Plants are selected for our local growing conditions and the value they bring to the garden. Part of the class will be in the classroom and part will be out in the gardens to view the plants for that month. Dress for the weather and bring something to take notes.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/plant-identification-and-culture-with-jane-tice-2/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250105T192803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T034056Z
UID:5028-1755957600-1755963000@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Seed Saving Presentation at the Lake Country Library (August 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners will be giving a Seed Saving Presentation at the Lake Country Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library. Master Gardener Michele Wecels will be presenting. \n\n\n\n\nEvent: Seed Saving Presentation\n\n\n\nVenue: Lake Country Library\n\n\n\nAddress: 2 – 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Rd.\, Lake Country\, BC\, V4V 2M1\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday August 23\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM\n\n\n\n\nThe Lake Country Branch is located inside the Lake Country Municipal Hall. \n\n\n\nFree parking and Handicapped parking & access are available. Additional free parking is available at Swalwell Park and along Main Street south of the library.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/seed-saving-presentation-at-the-lake-country-library-august-2025/
LOCATION:Lake Country Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library\, #2-10150 Bottom Wood Lake Road\, Lake Country\, BC\, V4V 2M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250817T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250817T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250729T214324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T214330Z
UID:7560-1755388800-1755444600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Dahlia Society's 79 Annual Flower Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-dahlia-societys-79-annual-flower-show/
LOCATION:Prospect Lake Community Hall\, 5358 Sparton Road\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250729T205702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T205708Z
UID:7520-1755349200-1755356400@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Summer Fruit Tree Pruning
DESCRIPTION:Pruning fruit trees in the summer? That’s right! It can be done…and we’ll show you how in this introduction to the wonders of summer pruning for fruit trees. While most pruning happens in the winter\, for backyard fruit trees\, summer pruning provides some important advantages to consider. Damage repair\, size control\, disease management\, enhancing fruit quality and tree aesthetics are all good reasons to get up into your trees on a sunny day and snip away.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/summer-fruit-tree-pruning-2/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250729T213947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T214140Z
UID:7556-1755306000-1755360000@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Victoria Dahlia Society's 79th Annual Flower Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/victoria-dahlia-societys-79th-annual-flower-show/
LOCATION:Prospect Lake Community Hall\, 5358 Sparton Road\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T133000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250729T204644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T204650Z
UID:7518-1755172800-1755178200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Grow Your Own Food 101
DESCRIPTION:Are you facing barriers to growing your own food and have received seedlings free of charge from Get Growing Victoria\, but aren’t sure how to tend those little baby seedlings you just received? Want to grow even more of your own food but not sure how to do it all? Join the Compost Education Centre’s site manager\, in partnership with the City of Victoria for this is a crash course in veggie growing designed for beginners who want to start growing their own fresh produce. We will touch on soil health\, timing\, growing from seeds and plant starts\, easiest plants to grow\, diseases\, pests and more!
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/grow-your-own-food-101/
LOCATION:Compost Education Centre\, 1216 North Park St.\, Victoria
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250316T230243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T230316Z
UID:6045-1754730000-1754841600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Art and Music in the Garden at HCP
DESCRIPTION:If you love to support local artists and vendors\, listen to live music\, or stroll through the Gardens (or all three!) you are sure to have a great time. Join us to experience fun for the whole family! More information at:  https://hcp.ca/visit/arts-and-music/
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/art-and-music-in-the-garden-at-hcp/
LOCATION:Horticultural Centre of the Pacific\, 505 Quayle Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250104T010227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T031617Z
UID:5091-1746259200-1746363600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Answer Clinic (Ask a Master Gardener) at the Summerland Gardens Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners will be hosting an Answer Clinic (Ask a Master Gardener) at the annual Summerland Gardens Spring Plant Sale. \n\n\n\n\nEvent: Summerland Gardens Spring Plant Sale\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, May 3 and Sunday\, May 4\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: \n\nMay 3: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM\n\n\n\nMay 4: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Summerland Ornamental Gardens\n\n\n\nAddress: 4200 Highway #97 South\, Summerland\, BC\n\n\n\nEntry Fee: By Donation
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/gardening-answer-clinic-ask-a-master-gardener-at-the-summerland-gardens-spring-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Summerland Ornamental Gardens\, 4200 BC-97\, Summerland\, BC\, V0H 1Z4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Plant Sale
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250318T164111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T164807Z
UID:6113-1746259200-1746280800@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Tomato Plant Sale Prince George
DESCRIPTION:DDBGS and PGMG tomato plant sale. Visit our booth for many varieties.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/tomato-plant-sale/
LOCATION:1310 3rd Ave\, Prince George\, BC V2L 3E9
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250102T224037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T031611Z
UID:4496-1745676000-1745681400@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Soil Preparation Workshop at the Kelowna Library (April 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners will present at ORL’s Soil Preparation Workshop at the Kelowna branch: \n\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, April 26\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library\n\n\n\nAddress: 1380 Ellis St\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 2A2\n\n\n\nPhone: (250) 762-2800\n\n\n\nAudience: Adults\n\n\n\n\nEvent Description\n\n\n\nHealthy soil is the foundation of a thriving garden! Join Okanagan Master Gardener Linda Trepanier for an in-depth presentation on soil preparation. Learn how to improve your soil’s fertility\, structure\, and drainage to create the perfect environment for your plants. Topics will include: \n\n\n\n\nAssessing your soil type.\n\n\n\nAmending soil with organic matter.\n\n\n\nTips for proper soil testing.\n\n\n\nPreparing your garden beds for planting.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re planning a new garden or revitalizing an existing one\, this workshop will provide practical knowledge to ensure your plants get the best possible start. \n\n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\n\nContact: For additional information\, call the Okanagan Regional Library at (250) 762-2800.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/soil-preparation-workshop-at-the-kelowna-library-april-2025/
LOCATION:Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library\, 1380 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 2A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250318T162824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T163056Z
UID:6109-1745575200-1745769600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Northern BC Home & Garden Show
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Prince George Master Gardeners booth for a variety of garden topics
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/northern-bc-home-garden-show/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250407T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250403T124654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T124937Z
UID:6499-1744050600-1744056000@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Gardening Series – Summer Bulbs
DESCRIPTION:This is a FREE course that will take place virtually on Zoom. *Please REGISTER HERE to receive the link and event material & updates. \n\n\n\nFrom Alliums to Zantedeschia\, summer bulbs grace our gardens with some of the most stately and spectacular blossoms as well as interesting and exotic foliage from late April through autumn until first frosts. In this seminar we will explore the different summer bulb groups\, their cultivation needs\, how to overwinter the hardy types and store the delegate ones\, and some tips on long-term bulb health. \n\n\n\nSee the rest of the events in the series here. Take a look at the great back catalogue of our Virtual Gardening Series here. 
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/virtual-gardening-series-summer-bulbs/
LOCATION:zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250405T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250101T223554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T031604Z
UID:4494-1743847200-1743856200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Container Gardening Workshop at the Kelowna Library (April 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners will present a Container Gardening Workshop focused on growing vegetables and flowers in containers: \n\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, April 5\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library (Classroom 1)\n\n\n\nAddress: 1380 Ellis St\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 2A2\n\n\n\nPhone: (250) 762-2800\n\n\n\nAudience: Adults
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/container-gardening-workshop-kelowna-april-2025/
LOCATION:Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library\, 1380 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 2A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250329T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250124T190204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T190233Z
UID:5011-1743256800-1743262200@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Seed Starting Presentation at the Lake Country Library (March 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners are hosting a Seed Starting Presentation at the Lake Country Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library. Master Gardeners Michele Wecels and Linda Trepanier will be presenting. \n\n\n\n\nEvent: Seed Starting Presentation\n\n\n\nVenue: Lake Country Library\n\n\n\nAddress: 2 – 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Rd.\, Lake Country\, BC\, V4V 2M1\n\n\n\nDate: March 29\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM\n\n\n\n\nThe Lake Country Branch is located inside the Lake Country Municipal Hall. \n\n\n\nThere are two external book returns located two meters to the right of the main entrance. These are open 24 hours a day\, except during the Christmas and Easter closures. \n\n\n\nFree parking and Handicapped parking & access are available. Additional free parking is available at Swalwell Park and along Main Street south of the library.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/seed-starting-presentation-at-the-lake-country-library-march-2025/
LOCATION:Lake Country Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library\, #2-10150 Bottom Wood Lake Road\, Lake Country\, BC\, V4V 2M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250322T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T171235
CREATED:20250112T224748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T224749Z
UID:4500-1742641200-1742646600@mgabc.org
SUMMARY:Seed Starting Workshop at the Summerland Library (March 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners will give a Seed Starting Workshop in March at the Summerland Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library: \n\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, March 22\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Summerland Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library\n\n\n\nAddress: 9533 Main Street\, Summerland\, BC\, V0H 1Z0\n\n\n\nPhone: (250) 494-5591\n\n\n\nAudience: Adults\n\n\n\n\nEvent Description\n\n\n\nDreaming of a lush garden this spring but unsure how to start your seeds? Join us for a hands-on workshop presented by the Okanagan Master Gardeners. Learn the essentials of starting seeds successfully\, including: \n\n\n\n\nWhen and how to start seeds indoors.\n\n\n\nEquipment needed for seed starting.\n\n\n\nBest practices for seed germination.\n\n\n\nTips for caring for seedlings until they’re ready for the garden.\n\n\n\n\nThis informative session is perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners looking to refine their seed-starting techniques. Get ready to grow a thriving garden! \n\n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\n\nContact: For additional information\, call the Summerland Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library at (250) 494-5591.
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/seed-starting-workshop-at-the-summerland-library-march-2025/
LOCATION:Summerland Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library\, 9533 Main Street\, Summerland\, BC\, V0H 1Z0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T140000
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SUMMARY:Williams Lake Seedy Saturday 2025
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URL:https://mgabc.org/event/williams-lake-seedy-saturday-2025/
LOCATION:TRU Gym\, 1250 Western Ave\, Williams Lake\, BC\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Barb":MAILTO:wlfm.manager@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Kelowna Seedy Sunday 2025
DESCRIPTION:Kelowna Seedy Sunday 2025 \n\n\n\n🌱 Get ready for spring at Kelowna Seedy Sunday! 🌱 \n\n\n\nJoin us for this annual celebration of gardening hosted by the Okanagan Master Gardeners. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just getting started\, there’s something for everyone at this lively community event! \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\nDate: Sunday\, March 9\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Parkinson Recreation Centre\, 1800 Parkinson Way\, Kelowna\, BC\n\n\n\nEntrance Fee: $2.00 per adult (cash only)\, kids free\n\n\n\nParking: Free parking available\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s Happening\n\n\n\nMark your calendar for a day of learning\, community\, and fun! Whether you’re looking to kickstart your garden or find inspiration\, Kelowna Seedy Sunday is the place to be. \n\n\n\n🌱 Seed Swap: Bring seeds to exchange and discover new varieties for your garden. \n\n\n\n🌿 Gardening Workshops: Learn about sustainable gardening\, foraging\, and seed saving from local experts. \n\n\n\n🪴 Vendors & Exhibitors: Browse a full room of organic\, locally grown seeds and seedlings\, gardening tools\, and plant-related materials. \n\n\n\n👩‍🌾 Master Gardener Advice: Get expert answers to your gardening questions. \n\n\n\n🌟 Children’s Workshop: A fun and educational activity for kids to spark their love of gardening. \n\n\n\n🌸 Outdoor Highlights: Enjoy free compost giveaways and delicious food trucks. \n\n\n\nWorkshop details\n\n\n\nAll workshops are free. \n\n\n\nSustainable Gardening\n\n\n\nMaster Gardener Darlene Romanko will be running a session on Sustainable Gardening. Darlene has been a popular presenter at our Kelowna Seedy Sundays for the last four years. She is provides a great opportunity to learn more about sustainability and ask your vegetable gardening questions.Time: 10:30am to 11:15am \n\n\n\nForaging\n\n\n\nMikaela Cannon: Come learn how to forage sustainably\, connect with nature\, nourish your family and protect habitats. Mikaela Cannon teaches outdoor skills and sustainable foraging in the Okanagan and is the author of Foraging as a Way of Life- a year-round field guide to wild plants and mushrooms. She is excited to share her love for nature and treats from some of her favourite local wild plants. For more information\, visit forestfables.ca.Time: 11:45am to 12:30pm \n\n\n\nSeed Saving\n\n\n\nMaster Gardener Michele Wecels: Presentation on Saving Seeds. You will be going home to plan seeds\, grow plants during the coming year and Michele’s informative presentation will help you save seeds for next year. Michele will be on hand all day to offer tips\, both at her Presentation and at the Okanagan Master Gardener Seed Swap table.Time: 1:15pm to 2pm \n\n\n\nChildren’s All-Day Workshop\n\n\n\nPlant some seeds\, hens and chicks and do a little decorating for your summer gardening project. We will have the Science students from UBCO back on hand to demonstrate nifty science experiments and if we are really lucky\, maybe a visit from our friend with actual chicks….Time: 10am to 2:30pm \n\n\n\nMore information\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact us at info@okanaganmg.org.  \n\n\n\nYou can also check out the summaries of our previous annual Seedy Sunday events: \n\n\n\n\n2023 Kelowna Seedy Sunday\n\n\n\n2024 Kelowna Seedy Sunday\n\n\n\n\nSee you there! 🌷
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/kelowna-seedy-sunday-2025/
LOCATION:Parkinson Recreation Centre\, 1800 Parkinson Way\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 4P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Plant Sale
ORGANIZER;CN="Hosted by the Okanagan Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@okanaganmg.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250309T153000
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SUMMARY:Spring Seminar Brought to you by 🌱Vancouver Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to think outside the box. Our speakers will inspire you with practical advice to improve the resiliency of your garden and transform where we live and beyond.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Register: Click Here\n\n\n\nHere is our line up!  \n\n\n\nSuccession Planting: Creating a Multi-Season Garden – Fergus Garrett \n\n\n\nEcological Gardening: Supporting the Biodiversity that Works for You – Elizabeth Elle \n\n\n\nUrban Forestry in the 21st Century: Innovating for Resilient Green Spaces – Egan DavisUrban Gardens of the Future – Saba Farmand   \n\n\n\nEdible Gardens\, the Way Nature Intended – In Layers – Chris Chung  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nSunday March 9th\, 2025 |  9am to 3pm  |   Michael J Fox Theatre\, Burnaby | an easy walk from Expo-line Royal Oak Station  \n\n\n\n\n\nSS2025 Speaker InfoDownload\n\n\n\nSS2025 Event Agenda – FinalDownload\n\n\n\nTicket Fee includes access to recordings for one month \n\n\n\nEvent Activities – Gardening Vendors\, Sea Soil Sale\, & Door Prizes! \n\n\n\nTickets: $65 online | $70 at the door  \n\n\n\nTo Register: Click Here  \n\n\n\nRecordings Only: $35 for one month of viewing – so if you are away you can still see our speakers! Click Here \n\n\n\nVENDORS ( Many who have donated things for door prizes! )  \n\n\n\nBartlett Tree ExpertsBC Seed Security Program run by Farm Folk/City FolkBig Bear ToolsChris Chung ~ Fluent Garden – Layered Edible Garden book sale and author signingFraser Valley Rose FarmGarden Design Group of VancouverInvasive Species Council of BCInvasive Species Council of Metro VancouverKelpmanMy Father’s Garden – Preserves and MorePeriwinkle DesignsPlanBee Native Plant NurserySea SoilUBC Botanical Garden Shop in the GardenVMG Ask a Master Gardener!VMG Used Book SaleZuk Zuk Ceramics\n\n\n\n Join us for a great day!        See More on our Facebook Page  \n\n\n\nBrought to you by 🌱Vancouver Master Gardeners
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/spring-seminar-2025/
LOCATION:Michael J. Fox Theatre 7373 Macpherson Avenue\, Burnaby\, 7373 Macpherson Avenue\, Burnaby
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250308T153000
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SUMMARY:Seed Starting Workshop at the Kelowna Library (March 2025)
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners are presenting a Seed Starting Workshop at the Kelowna Library. \n\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, March 8\, 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM\n\n\n\nLocation: Classroom 1\, Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Libru6ary\n\n\n\nAddress: 1380 Ellis St\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 2A2\n\n\n\nPhone: (250) 762-2800\n\n\n\nAudience: Adults\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nWant to start a garden this spring but don’t know where to begin? Join us for a hands-on workshop presented by Okanagan Master Gardener Linda Trepanier. This session will cover the basic principles of starting seeds\, including:nbsj \n\n\n\n\nWhen to start seeds.\n\n\n\nWhat equipment you need.\n\n\n\nHow to care for newly sprouted seedlings.\n\n\n\n\nLearn the skills to grow your own garden from the ground up! \n\n\n\nRegistration Details\n\n\n\nRegistrations open at 2:00 PM on Saturday\, February 22\, 2025. To register or learn more\, visit the Okanagan Regional Library LibCal event page. \n\n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\n\nContact: Okanagan Regional Library at (250) 762-2800 for additional information. \n\n\n\nHosted by: Okanagan Master Gardeners
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/seed-starting-workshop-at-the-kelowna-library-march-2025/
LOCATION:Kelowna Branch of the Okanagan Regional Library\, 1380 Ellis Street\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 2A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Vanderhoof Seedy Saturday 2025
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URL:https://mgabc.org/event/vanderhoof-seedy-saturday-2025/
LOCATION:Vanderhoof Public Library\, 230 Stewart St E\, Vanderhoof\, BC\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Seedy Saturday 2025
DESCRIPTION:Located at the Mount Paul Community Food Centre\, Kamloops BC
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/seedy-saturday-2025/
LOCATION:140 Laburnum Street\, Kamloops BC
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SUMMARY:Gardening Answer Clinic (Ask a Master Gardener) at Penticton Seedy Saturday 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Okanagan Master Gardeners will host a Gardening Answer Clinic (Ask a Master Gardener) at the Penticton Seedy Saturday 2025 event. \n\n\n\nJoin the Incredible Edible Penticton Society for the annual Penticton Seedy Saturday! This community event is a wonderful opportunity to kick off the gardening season\, connect with local growers\, and find everything you need for a fruitful year in the garden. \n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 \n\n\n\nTime: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n\n\n\nLocation: Penticton Okanagan College\, Penticton\, BC \n\n\n\nAdmission: By donation \n\n\n\nOkanagan Master Gardeners at Penticton Seedy Saturday\n\n\n\nThe Okanagan Master Gardeners will host a table at this event\, providing gardening advice and answering your gardening questions. Stop by to learn from our knowledgeable volunteers and get expert tips to make your garden thrive! \n\n\n\nYou’re invited to ask questions or discuss experiences with gardening topics\, including: \n\n\n\n\nPests and diseases.\n\n\n\nPlant selection and care.\n\n\n\nVegetable and fruit gardening.\n\n\n\nPruning and maintenance.\n\n\n\nSoil and fertilization.\n\n\n\nAnd your other gardening questions!\n\n\n\n\nEvent Highlights\n\n\n\nThe Penticton Seedy Saturday 2025 event will feature \n\n\n\n\nSeed exchange\n\n\n\nSeed vendors\n\n\n\nOrganic and heritage seeds\n\n\n\nGardening help table (Okanagan Master Gardeners)\n\n\n\nBedding plants and perennials\n\n\n\nGuest speakers\n\n\n\nLocal agricultural products\n\n\n\nCraft vendors\n\n\n\nPet treats\n\n\n\nChildren’s coloring table\n\n\n\nDoor prizes\n\n\n\nFree parking\n\n\n\n\nEvent Contact: \n\n\n\nAlice Strohmaier\, Secretary-Treasurer \n\n\n\nEmail: ediblepenticton@gmail.com \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://mgabc.org/event/gardening-advice-clinic-at-penticton-seedy-saturday-2025/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Education
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