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SUMMARY:Early Starts\, Early Harvests
DESCRIPTION:Early Starts\, Early Harvests with Extension Master Gardener Anne Neilson.\nIt’s still mid-winter but don’t be deterred! There are edibles that you can direct sow or plant as purchased seedlings now; others that you might consider raising in seed trays for transplanting in about 6 weeks. Extension Master Gardener Anne Neilson will lead you through a variety of her favorite veggies to start early in the year. These crops produce a wonderful selection of foods to harvest and enjoy by the end of June which opens up space to plant those warm season veggies. Or…maybe you manage a school garden or are planning an extended summer vacation? Early Starts\, Early Harvests provides strategies to get the growing going early and allows you take the summer off! \nCost to register: $8.00\nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/early-starts-early-harvests/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Growing Groceries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20241211T141518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T145205Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Roses in Today's World
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Michele Thomas\, Extension Master Gardener\nJust in time for spring\, this presentation will give participant’s some history of roses\, the most popular rose types\, and roses best suited for our changing climate.  Site selection (including different climates in King County)\, soil prep\, and planting instructions will be discussed. Pruning\, spring and fall rose care\, and disease and pest management will also be addressed. Get ready for a successful season of roses. \nCost to register: $8.00 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/growing-roses-in-todays-world/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20241125T034500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T144821Z
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SUMMARY:Vegetable Gardening in the PNW
DESCRIPTION:                 \n \nVegetable Gardening in the PNW with Extension Master Gardener Jim Olson. There are six keys to successfully growing vegetables in our area of the Pacific Northwest\, preparing your planting location\, timing of seed starting\, key items for caring of plants and how to recognize and treat problems on plants during their path to your plate at the peak of flavor. The focus is how to use the six steps to prevent problems\, and where that doesn’t work\, how to treat them. \nCost to register: $8.00 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/vegetable-gardening-in-the-pnw/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Growing Groceries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250111T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20241211T140744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T145054Z
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SUMMARY:Tips for New (and Experienced) Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Bruce Bennet\, Extension Master Gardener.\nThis presentation will provide new gardeners with introductory information that has been revised through WSU and OSU research and by the speaker’s professional practice for the past twenty years. As plants and weather change over the years\, so do the growing guidelines and even seasoned gardeners can use a refresher class. Topics include new garden prep\, different garden options\, typical gardening mistakes\, and other pertinent issues. \nCost to register: $8.00 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/tips-for-new-and-experienced-gardeners/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250109T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20230515T213824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T180507Z
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Master Gardener Foundation of King County holds two regular meetings: recurring Board Meetings and an Annual Meeting. Board meetings are regularly scheduled from 7:00-8:30PM the second Thursday of the month\, generally via teleconference. Foundation members may attend any Board meeting as observers or by invitation. Contact Board President\, president@mgfkc.org\, if you would like to attend. Agendas and minutes of the Board meetings are found in the Foundation Board archives. \n\n\n\nSpecial meetings may be called at any time by the President or by request of the membership. Notice of special meetings will be sent to the membership via e-mail not less than 10 days prior to the date of the meeting. [MGFKC By-Laws 5.5\, January 2013; Article VII\, Meetings] \n\n\n\nThe Board of Directors shall hold regular meetings at such times and places as the Board decides. Board meeting times and locations are regularly published in The Connection\, the Newsletter of the Master Gardeners of King County and the Master Gardener Foundation of King County. Recent issues may be found under Resources / Newsletters. \n\n\n\nNOTE: Most meetings are conducted via Zoom.  In person Board meetings are usually held in the Extension Master Gardener program office at the UW Center for Urban Horticulture\, 3501 NE 41st St.\, Seattle. During the summer months\, the Board may move its regularly scheduled meetings to various Master Gardener gardens in order to become familiar with these locations. Changes to these locations will be posted here as they become available.
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/board-meeting-21/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241214T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241214T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240913T164045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172929Z
UID:10000172-1734175800-1734179400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Garden and Nature Science for Kids with King County Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the science of how things grow with Master Gardener Maggie!\nThese hour long presentations are being held at the Redmond Library on selected Saturdays from September 2024 to May 2025.\nChildren ages 7-12 (with an adult) are invited to attend. Each child will receive a kit of program materials and extension activities for science exploration at home. \nRegistration is not required and there will be materials available for a maximum of 25 children.\nNo admittance after the first 15 minutes. \n(Image by Freepik) \nCLASS SCHEDULE \n\nSeptember 14: Apples – America’s Favorite Fruit\nOctober 5: Pumpkins – Fruit or Vegetable?\nNovember 16: Plants – Key to Survival 500 Years Ago\nDecember 14: Roots – Out of Sight\, Very Important!\nJanuary 25: Gardening for our Fabulous Feathered Friends\nFebruary 22: Soil is Not a Dirty Word\nMarch 22: Marvelous Mason Bees\nApril 19: Seeds are Promises to Sprout\nMay 17: Wonderful Worms\n\nIn partnership with the Master Gardeners Foundation of King County. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library. \nReasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events. \nCredit: Redmond Library Event Calendar https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/66e3372639f0865e52ccffd2
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/garden-and-nature-science-for-kids-with-king-county-master-gardeners/2024-12-14/
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241212T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20230515T213733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T180523Z
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Master Gardener Foundation of King County holds two regular meetings: recurring Board Meetings and an Annual Meeting. Board meetings are regularly scheduled from 7:00-8:30PM the second Thursday of the month\, generally via teleconference. Foundation members may attend any Board meeting as observers or by invitation. Contact Board President\, president@mgfkc.org\, if you would like to attend. Agendas and minutes of the Board meetings are found in the Foundation Board archives. \n\n\n\nSpecial meetings may be called at any time by the President or by request of the membership. Notice of special meetings will be sent to the membership via e-mail not less than 10 days prior to the date of the meeting. [MGFKC By-Laws 5.5\, January 2013; Article VII\, Meetings] \n\n\n\nThe Board of Directors shall hold regular meetings at such times and places as the Board decides. Board meeting times and locations are regularly published in The Connection\, the Newsletter of the Master Gardeners of King County and the Master Gardener Foundation of King County. Recent issues may be found under Resources / Newsletters. \n\n\n\nNOTE: Most meetings are conducted via Zoom.  In person Board meetings are usually held in the Extension Master Gardener program office at the UW Center for Urban Horticulture\, 3501 NE 41st St.\, Seattle. During the summer months\, the Board may move its regularly scheduled meetings to various Master Gardener gardens in order to become familiar with these locations. Changes to these locations will be posted here as they become available.
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/board-meeting-20/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241116T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240913T164045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172929Z
UID:10000171-1731756600-1731760200@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Garden and Nature Science for Kids with King County Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the science of how things grow with Master Gardener Maggie!\nThese hour long presentations are being held at the Redmond Library on selected Saturdays from September 2024 to May 2025.\nChildren ages 7-12 (with an adult) are invited to attend. Each child will receive a kit of program materials and extension activities for science exploration at home. \nRegistration is not required and there will be materials available for a maximum of 25 children.\nNo admittance after the first 15 minutes. \n(Image by Freepik) \nCLASS SCHEDULE \n\nSeptember 14: Apples – America’s Favorite Fruit\nOctober 5: Pumpkins – Fruit or Vegetable?\nNovember 16: Plants – Key to Survival 500 Years Ago\nDecember 14: Roots – Out of Sight\, Very Important!\nJanuary 25: Gardening for our Fabulous Feathered Friends\nFebruary 22: Soil is Not a Dirty Word\nMarch 22: Marvelous Mason Bees\nApril 19: Seeds are Promises to Sprout\nMay 17: Wonderful Worms\n\nIn partnership with the Master Gardeners Foundation of King County. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library. \nReasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events. \nCredit: Redmond Library Event Calendar https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/66e3372639f0865e52ccffd2
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/garden-and-nature-science-for-kids-with-king-county-master-gardeners/2024-11-16/
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241114T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20230515T213650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T180531Z
UID:10000040-1731610800-1731616200@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Master Gardener Foundation of King County holds two regular meetings: recurring Board Meetings and an Annual Meeting. Board meetings are regularly scheduled from 7:00-8:30PM the second Thursday of the month\, generally via teleconference. Foundation members may attend any Board meeting as observers or by invitation. Contact Board President\, president@mgfkc.org\, if you would like to attend. Agendas and minutes of the Board meetings are found in the Foundation Board archives. \n\n\n\nSpecial meetings may be called at any time by the President or by request of the membership. Notice of special meetings will be sent to the membership via e-mail not less than 10 days prior to the date of the meeting. [MGFKC By-Laws 5.5\, January 2013; Article VII\, Meetings] \n\n\n\nThe Board of Directors shall hold regular meetings at such times and places as the Board decides. Board meeting times and locations are regularly published in The Connection\, the Newsletter of the Master Gardeners of King County and the Master Gardener Foundation of King County. Recent issues may be found under Resources / Newsletters. \n\n\n\nNOTE: Most meetings are conducted via Zoom.  In person Board meetings are usually held in the Extension Master Gardener program office at the UW Center for Urban Horticulture\, 3501 NE 41st St.\, Seattle. During the summer months\, the Board may move its regularly scheduled meetings to various Master Gardener gardens in order to become familiar with these locations. Changes to these locations will be posted here as they become available.
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/board-meeting-19/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240916T030917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T030917Z
UID:10000168-1729935000-1729938600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Orchids for Fun
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Jim Olson\, Master Gardener.\nPresentation: Did you get an orchid as a gift\, or buy one for its beauty? Thinking of buying one?  Go ahead\, they’re easier to care for than you think. Learn the unique history and the unique plant tissue velamen that gives orchids their very nature. From this understanding\, you’ll learn how this influences the basic practices\, especially watering and potting media\, that will keep your orchids thriving and blooming year after year. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/orchids-for-fun/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240916T025837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025837Z
UID:10000167-1729330200-1729333800@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Choosing the Right Plants
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Laura Matter\, Program Director for Natural Yard Care\, Tilth Alliance.\nPresentation: When adding trees\, shrubs\, and other ornamentals to your garden\, it’s important to use the “Right Plant-Right Place” decision making process.  This workshop will teach you how to get to know your site\, create a garden plan\, choose appropriate plants\, and give them a good start with proper planting and mulching techniques. Includes a PowerPoint presentation plus free printed information for all attendees.  Suitable for any time of year\, but especially for spring or fall. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/choosing-the-right-plants/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240916T024833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025526Z
UID:10000166-1728725400-1728729000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fall and Winter Wow for Container Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Sue Goetz\, certified Horticulturist.\nPresentation: There is no need to give up on colorful containers when summer annuals like petunias and marigolds have bit the dust. Plant a cool-weather container that will extend the season well into winter.  Tips and techniques to stylize and create creative planters using small evergreens\, hardy perennials\, and cool weather annuals. \n  \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/fall-and-winter-wow-for-container-gardens/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241010T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241010T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20230515T213558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T180541Z
UID:10000039-1728586800-1728592200@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Master Gardener Foundation of King County holds two regular meetings: recurring Board Meetings and an Annual Meeting. Board meetings are regularly scheduled from 7:00-8:30PM the second Thursday of the month\, generally via teleconference. Foundation members may attend any Board meeting as observers or by invitation. Contact Board President\, president@mgfkc.org\, if you would like to attend. Agendas and minutes of the Board meetings are found in the Foundation Board archives. \n\n\n\nSpecial meetings may be called at any time by the President or by request of the membership. Notice of special meetings will be sent to the membership via e-mail not less than 10 days prior to the date of the meeting. [MGFKC By-Laws 5.5\, January 2013; Article VII\, Meetings] \n\n\n\nThe Board of Directors shall hold regular meetings at such times and places as the Board decides. Board meeting times and locations are regularly published in The Connection\, the Newsletter of the Master Gardeners of King County and the Master Gardener Foundation of King County. Recent issues may be found under Resources / Newsletters. \n\n\n\nNOTE: Most meetings are conducted via Zoom.  In person Board meetings are usually held in the Extension Master Gardener program office at the UW Center for Urban Horticulture\, 3501 NE 41st St.\, Seattle. During the summer months\, the Board may move its regularly scheduled meetings to various Master Gardener gardens in order to become familiar with these locations. Changes to these locations will be posted here as they become available.
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/board-meeting-18/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241009T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240611T211823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T212412Z
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SUMMARY:The Savory Subterraneans: Garlic and Onions
DESCRIPTION:The days are noticeably shorter and chillier meaning it’s time to plant next year’s crop of garlic. But don’t forget onions! While often planted in the spring\, onions can also be fall planted and allowed to overwinter resulting in an earlier harvest next year. Extension Master Gardeners Lory Armitage and Maria Gerace discuss varieties\, planting\, harvesting and curing of garlic and onions. \nCost to register: $7.50 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/the-savory-subterraneans-garlic-and-onions/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Growing Groceries
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240913T164045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172929Z
UID:10000170-1728127800-1728131400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Garden and Nature Science for Kids with King County Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the science of how things grow with Master Gardener Maggie!\nThese hour long presentations are being held at the Redmond Library on selected Saturdays from September 2024 to May 2025.\nChildren ages 7-12 (with an adult) are invited to attend. Each child will receive a kit of program materials and extension activities for science exploration at home. \nRegistration is not required and there will be materials available for a maximum of 25 children.\nNo admittance after the first 15 minutes. \n(Image by Freepik) \nCLASS SCHEDULE \n\nSeptember 14: Apples – America’s Favorite Fruit\nOctober 5: Pumpkins – Fruit or Vegetable?\nNovember 16: Plants – Key to Survival 500 Years Ago\nDecember 14: Roots – Out of Sight\, Very Important!\nJanuary 25: Gardening for our Fabulous Feathered Friends\nFebruary 22: Soil is Not a Dirty Word\nMarch 22: Marvelous Mason Bees\nApril 19: Seeds are Promises to Sprout\nMay 17: Wonderful Worms\n\nIn partnership with the Master Gardeners Foundation of King County. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library. \nReasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events. \nCredit: Redmond Library Event Calendar https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/66e3372639f0865e52ccffd2
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/garden-and-nature-science-for-kids-with-king-county-master-gardeners/2024-10-05/
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240916T024217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025429Z
UID:10000165-1728120600-1728124200@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Shrubs that Grow Well in King County
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Cleo Raulerson\, Master Gardener.\nPresentation: Shrubs are a key part of our gardens—there are many shrubs that can provide color and interest throughout the year with limited maintenance. This talk discusses evergreen and deciduous shrubs that grow well in our Western Washington gardens\, grouped by genus.  Highlighted will be several specific varieties that showcase the breadth of a genus.  Some varieties are tried-and-true\, others are more unusual. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/shrubs-that-grow-well-in-king-county/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240916T023822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025320Z
UID:10000164-1727515800-1727519400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Choosing Conifers for Color
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Ross Bayton\, Director\, Heronswood Garden.\nPresentation: Conifers are mostly green\, and we have so many species native in Washington that we’re known as the Evergreen State. But with careful selection\, you can bring a variety of colors and subtle shades into your garden and\, given that our climate is so amenable to conifer cultivation\, these easy-to-grow and long-lived plants can form the backbone of your garden’s design. Join Heronswood Director Ross Bayton for a tour of the most colorful conifers in cultivation. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/choosing-conifers-for-color/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240921T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240916T023317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T025200Z
UID:10000163-1726911000-1726914600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Gardening in a Changing Climate - what to do\, and what to avoid
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Linda Chalker-Scott\, Professor WSU.\nPresentation: Climate change is here to stay – and with it our gardens experience increased summer temperatures and drought. Unfortunately\, the internet is full of “cures” for drought and heat stress that can make the problem worse. This seminar will present science-based practical strategies to help plants and soils conserve water and create more resilient gardens and landscapes. \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/gardening-in-a-changing-climate-what-to-do-and-waht-to-avoid/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240913T164045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172929Z
UID:10000169-1726313400-1726317000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Garden and Nature Science for Kids with King County Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the science of how things grow with Master Gardener Maggie!\nThese hour long presentations are being held at the Redmond Library on selected Saturdays from September 2024 to May 2025.\nChildren ages 7-12 (with an adult) are invited to attend. Each child will receive a kit of program materials and extension activities for science exploration at home. \nRegistration is not required and there will be materials available for a maximum of 25 children.\nNo admittance after the first 15 minutes. \n(Image by Freepik) \nCLASS SCHEDULE \n\nSeptember 14: Apples – America’s Favorite Fruit\nOctober 5: Pumpkins – Fruit or Vegetable?\nNovember 16: Plants – Key to Survival 500 Years Ago\nDecember 14: Roots – Out of Sight\, Very Important!\nJanuary 25: Gardening for our Fabulous Feathered Friends\nFebruary 22: Soil is Not a Dirty Word\nMarch 22: Marvelous Mason Bees\nApril 19: Seeds are Promises to Sprout\nMay 17: Wonderful Worms\n\nIn partnership with the Master Gardeners Foundation of King County. \nSponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library. \nReasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events. \nCredit: Redmond Library Event Calendar https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/66e3372639f0865e52ccffd2
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/garden-and-nature-science-for-kids-with-king-county-master-gardeners/2024-09-14/
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240902T191335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T191335Z
UID:10000160-1726308000-1726322400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Bellevue Demo Garden Fall Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Bellevue Demonstration Garden’s (BDG) annual Fall Harvest Festival will\nbe held Saturday\, September 14th\, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 15500 SE\n16th Street in Bellevue. Bring your spouse\, family\, friends and neighbors to\ncelebrate the end of our growing season! The festivities at the BDG will include\nplants for sale\, a photo-op prop\, garden art\, a “Garden Market” with used\,\ngarden-related items at deeply discounted prices\, and project displays. The\nproject displays will include a live demonstration of large leaf concrete casting\nand a how-to on casting concrete\, raised-garden panels. \nPhoto credit: Susan Zachwieja
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/bellevue-demo-garden-fall-harvest-festival/
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240912T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20230515T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T180548Z
UID:10000038-1726167600-1726173000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Master Gardener Foundation of King County holds two regular meetings: recurring Board Meetings and an Annual Meeting. Board meetings are regularly scheduled from 7:00-8:30PM the second Thursday of the month\, generally via teleconference. Foundation members may attend any Board meeting as observers or by invitation. Contact Board President\, president@mgfkc.org\, if you would like to attend. Agendas and minutes of the Board meetings are found in the Foundation Board archives. \n\n\n\nSpecial meetings may be called at any time by the President or by request of the membership. Notice of special meetings will be sent to the membership via e-mail not less than 10 days prior to the date of the meeting. [MGFKC By-Laws 5.5\, January 2013; Article VII\, Meetings] \n\n\n\nThe Board of Directors shall hold regular meetings at such times and places as the Board decides. Board meeting times and locations are regularly published in The Connection\, the Newsletter of the Master Gardeners of King County and the Master Gardener Foundation of King County. Recent issues may be found under Resources / Newsletters. \n\n\n\nNOTE: Most meetings are conducted via Zoom.  In person Board meetings are usually held in the Extension Master Gardener program office at the UW Center for Urban Horticulture\, 3501 NE 41st St.\, Seattle. During the summer months\, the Board may move its regularly scheduled meetings to various Master Gardener gardens in order to become familiar with these locations. Changes to these locations will be posted here as they become available.
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/board-meeting-17/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240911T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240611T211046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T211046Z
UID:10000149-1726081200-1726086600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Get a Jump on Spring
DESCRIPTION:Your harvest is almost done\, but it’s already time to think about spring.  Our Extension Master Gardeners are here to help. Emilie Castle explains how to harvest and cure winter squash and other storable produce.  Darien Payne presents tips on what to direct seed now for cover crops and spring edibles. Susan Melgaard reminds us about caring for overwintering beneficial insects and other strategies to put the garden to bed. \nCost to register: $7.50 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/get-a-jump-on-spring/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Growing Groceries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240908T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240727T032630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T034624Z
UID:10000158-1725786000-1725807600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Cool Plants\, Hot Topics
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the WSU Extension Master Gardener Plant Sale and Talks at the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Our popular plant sale returns in time for you to stock up and learn something new\, all while enjoying the beauty of the botanical garden. Our theme is “Sustainable Gardening for Life.” The plant sale and talks are on Sunday\, September 8\, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, at the Bellevue Botanical Garden\, 12001 Main Street\, Bellevue.  \n\nPlant Sale\nLocal vendors\, including Chimacum Woods\, Lee Farm and Nursery\, and Celestial Gardens from our previous sales at the Center for Urban Horticulture\, will offer plants for sale. Eastside Fuchsia Society will also be there. The Extension Master Gardeners will staff a plant answer clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to answer your plant questions. \nTalks\nA trio of  speakers will present talks on our theme of sustainable gardening for life. Extension Master Gardeners can earn Continuing Education credit by attending the talks. Registration is required and the fee of $37 will allow you to hear all three speakers. Onsite registration will be available for $40 the day of the sale\, depending on seating availability. Funds raised by this Master Gardener Plant Sale support the activities of the Master Gardener Program in King County. \n10:00 a.m. “Trees and a Warming Climate: Strategies for Management and Adaptation.” presented by Allen Taylor. Allen will discuss the local impacts of climate change as well as what to expect in the future. He will then look at the many ways that we can help our trees adapt to these new conditions\, including planting new\, climate-adapted trees. \n11:30 a.m. “Integrated Pest Management for the Home Garden\,” presented by Adam Romero. Adam’s topic is Integrated Pest Management as not just a single action\, but a series of practices taken throughout the year to reduce pest populations.  Attendees will learn how to evaluate\, monitor\, and respond to pest situations in ways that emphasize the least toxic options. \n1:00 p.m. “Climate Change in Our Gardens\,” presented by Jessi Bloom. In this presentation Jessi addresses the challenges gardeners face in gardening with our changing climate and offers simple solutions of creating ecological gardens. \nCome and enjoy the day with fellow WSU Extension Master Gardeners and other gardening enthusiasts! A short-term holding area will be available for your purchases. There is limited parking at the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Overflow parking will be available nearby.\nWSU Extension programs and events are open to the public and available to all without discrimination.\n\nVendors \n\nCelestial Dream Garden: Nursery and landscape company offering a wide variety of plants.\nChimacum Woods: Known for its broad selection of rhododendrons\, many grown from seed. Experts in rhododendron propagation and care.\nEastside Fuchsia Society:  Everthing fuchsia – plants and information.\nLee Farm and Nursery: Offering a diverse selection of plants from ground covers to trees.\nLim Garden: Uncommonly seen plants; plants that thrive in woodland shade and understory.\nSalish Trees Nursery: Pacific Northwest native trees\, shrubs\, and perennials.\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/7847/
LOCATION:Bellevue Botanical Garden\, 12001 Main St\, Bellevue\, Washington\, 98005\, United States
CATEGORIES:BDG Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240902T190412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T190412Z
UID:10000159-1725710400-1725721200@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Kent Hop Picking Festival at Neely-Soames Homestead
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Neely-Soames Homestead Demonstration Garden\, 5311 S.\n237th Place in Kent\, on Saturday\, September 7\, from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nVisitors can see the Neely Hop Garden and Hop Trail on a self-guided tour and\npick golden hops for personal use. There will be presentations about the\nhistory of hop growing in Kent\, growing hops and an introduction to home\nbrewing. The event will culminate with harvesting and bagging the hops from\nthe garden.\nDonations of homegrown hops* can be dropped off during the event at Neely-\nSoames Homestead between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or they can be brought\ndirectly to Airways Brewery located at 8611 S 212th Street in Kent. Donated\nhops will support the Master Gardener Foundation of King County.
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/kent-hop-picking-festival-at-neely-soames-homestead/
CATEGORIES:Demo Garden Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240916T022532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T022532Z
UID:10000162-1725701400-1725705000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Saving Flower and Vegetable Seeds
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Colleen Donahue\, Master Gardener.\nPresentation: Interested in learning how to save seeds for next year’s garden?  Join Colleen as she shares her knowledge about saving flower and vegetable seeds.  She will cover topics such as seed selection\, harvesting\, drying\, and storing seeds.  Follow her tips and tricks to save money while growing a beautiful\, productive garden next year! \nRegistration Closed
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/saving-flower-and-vegetable-seeds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240817T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240708T192024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T192146Z
UID:10000156-1723888800-1723892400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Planning a Rain Garden in the Pacific Northwest
DESCRIPTION:City of Shoreline \nKing County Master Gardener: Climate Gardening Series \nGeneral Information \nThis series of 6 classes taught by King County Master Gardeners is free to residents of the City of Shoreline \nLocation \nSpartan Recreation Center \n202 NE 185th St. \nShoreline\, WA 98155 \n  \nCLASS 6 \nDate: Saturday\, August 17\, 2024 \nTime 10:00-11:00am \nTopic: Planning a Rain Garden in the Pacific Northwest \nPresenter: Joan Baldwin\, Master Gardener \nhttps://www.shorelinewa.gov/our-city/events-meetings/calendar/event-list
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/planning-a-rain-garden-in-the-pacific-northwest/
CATEGORIES:City of Shoreline
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240611T210535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T210535Z
UID:10000148-1723662000-1723667400@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Your Bountiful Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Our Pacific Northwest veggie gardens are in their prime now. Extension Master Gardener (EMG) Sandra Booren has some great advice on ripening\, harvesting\, and using tomatoes and peppers. EMG Adam Romero discusses IPM strategies for the August garden. Seattle P-Patch gardener Kevin Kelley presents some ideas on how to extend your harvest\, including why you should look forward to when crops inevitably go to seed. \nCost to register: $7.50 \nRegister
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/your-bountiful-harvest/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Growing Groceries
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240810T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240708T191231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T191323Z
UID:10000155-1723284000-1723287600@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fire Resistant Landscape Gardening
DESCRIPTION:City of Shoreline \nKing County Master Gardener: Climate Gardening Series \nGeneral Information \nThis series of 6 classes taught by King County Master Gardeners is free to residents of the City of Shoreline \nLocation \nSpartan Recreation Center \n202 NE 185th St. \nShoreline\, WA 98155 \n  \nCLASS 5 \nDate: Saturday\, August 10\, 2024 \nTime 10:00-11:00am \nTopic: Fire Resistant Landscape Gardening \nPresenter: Dawn Rubstello\, Master Gardener \nhttps://www.shorelinewa.gov/our-city/events-meetings/calendar/event-list
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/fire-resistant-landscape-gardening/
CATEGORIES:City of Shoreline
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240808T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240808T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20230515T213407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T180558Z
UID:10000037-1723143600-1723149000@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Master Gardener Foundation of King County holds two regular meetings: recurring Board Meetings and an Annual Meeting. Board meetings are regularly scheduled from 7:00-8:30PM the second Thursday of the month\, generally via teleconference. Foundation members may attend any Board meeting as observers or by invitation. Contact Board President\, president@mgfkc.org\, if you would like to attend. Agendas and minutes of the Board meetings are found in the Foundation Board archives. \n\n\n\nSpecial meetings may be called at any time by the President or by request of the membership. Notice of special meetings will be sent to the membership via e-mail not less than 10 days prior to the date of the meeting. [MGFKC By-Laws 5.5\, January 2013; Article VII\, Meetings] \n\n\n\nThe Board of Directors shall hold regular meetings at such times and places as the Board decides. Board meeting times and locations are regularly published in The Connection\, the Newsletter of the Master Gardeners of King County and the Master Gardener Foundation of King County. Recent issues may be found under Resources / Newsletters. \n\n\n\nNOTE: Most meetings are conducted via Zoom.  In person Board meetings are usually held in the Extension Master Gardener program office at the UW Center for Urban Horticulture\, 3501 NE 41st St.\, Seattle. During the summer months\, the Board may move its regularly scheduled meetings to various Master Gardener gardens in order to become familiar with these locations. Changes to these locations will be posted here as they become available.
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/board-meeting-16/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom Platform
CATEGORIES:Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240803T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T072228
CREATED:20240708T190734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T190845Z
UID:10000154-1722679200-1722682800@kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Extending Your Vegetable Harvest; Come Back for Seconds
DESCRIPTION:City of Shoreline \nKing County Master Gardener: Climate Gardening Series \nGeneral Information \nThis series of 6 classes taught by King County Master Gardeners is free to residents of the City of Shoreline \nLocation \nSpartan Recreation Center \n202 NE 185th St. \nShoreline\, WA 98155 \n  \nCLASS 4 \nDate: Saturday\, August 3\, 2024 \nTime 10:00-11:00am \nTopic: Extending Your Vegetable Harvest; Come Back for Seconds \nPresenter: Karen Adams\, Master Gardener \nhttps://www.shorelinewa.gov/our-city/events-meetings/calendar/event-list
URL:https://kingcounty.mastergardenerfoundation.org/event/extending-your-vegetable-harvest-come-back-for-seconds/
CATEGORIES:City of Shoreline
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