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SUMMARY:Strategies for Environmentally Friendly Lawn Substitutes
DESCRIPTION:Maintaining a lawn can be labor intensive and environmentally challenging—but what are the alternatives? Piedmont Master Gardener Janette Martin will present options for reducing your lawn and making it more environmentally friendly\, such as replacing some lawn with clover\, ground covers\, and wildlife-friendly native plant beds. She will also suggest solutions for problem spots like shade and slopes and will provide an overview of today’s best management practices for a sustainable lawn. \nJanette Martin has lived in the Charlottesville area for more than 26 years and has worked as a journalist and teacher\, most recently at the University of Virginia. As a Piedmont Master Gardener volunteer\, she has taken part in the Healthy Virginia Lawns program\, among other projects. \nRegister here to attend this program.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/strategies-for-environmentally-friendly-lawn-substitutes/
LOCATION:The Center at Belvedere\, 540 Belvedere Boulevard\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers Bureau,The Center Series
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SUMMARY:Join Us Online: Learn How You Can Become an Extension Master Gardener
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about gardening? Would you enjoy sharing your passion with others? Then consider becoming an Extension Master Gardener. This online information session will tell you how to take part in the 2026 training class for Master Gardeners serving the Charlottesville and Albemarle County area. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can deepen your expertise in gardening and share it with the community in fun and rewarding ways. \nRegister HERE to receive the Zoom link. \n 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/join-us-online-learn-how-you-can-become-an-extension-master-gardener/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:albemarlevcehelpdesk@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T150000
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SUMMARY:Join Us Online: Learn How You Can Become an Extension Master Gardener
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about gardening? Would you enjoy sharing your passion with others? Then consider becoming an Extension Master Gardener. This online information session will tell you how to take part in the 2026 training class for Master Gardeners serving the Charlottesville and Albemarle County area. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can deepen your expertise in gardening and share it with the community in fun and rewarding ways. \nRegister HERE to receive the Zoom link. 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/join-us-online-learn-how-you-can-become-an-extension-master-gardener-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:albemarlevcehelpdesk@gmail.com
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T200000
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SUMMARY:Rain Barrel Workshop at Starr Hill Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Every time it rains\, stormwater carries nutrients from fertilizers\, bacteria from pet waste\, and chemicals from herbicides and pesticides from our homes to local waterways. Using a rain barrel at home is a way to reduce stormwater pollution and conserve water. A single rain barrel can collect hundreds\, even thousands of gallons of rainwater annually. Join the James River Association\, the Piedmont Master Gardeners\, and other members of the Rivanna Stormwater Education Partnership for a rain barrel workshop at Starr Hill Downtown at the Dairy Market in Charlottesville on Thursday\, September 4\, at 6 p.m. Participants will learn how to assemble and install rain barrels at home. For the $50 registration fee\, you will receive a 55-gallon drum\, a RainRecycle Rain Barrel Kit from The Rain Barrel Depot\, and a beverage. Register here to take part. 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/rain-barrel-workshop-at-starr-hill-downtown-3/
LOCATION:Starr Hill Downtown at the Dairy Mkt.\, 946 Grady Avenue (Suite 101)\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22903
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T140000
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CREATED:20250724T224511Z
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SUMMARY:Join Us: Learn How You Can Become an Extension Master Gardener
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about gardening? Would you enjoy sharing your passion with others? Then consider becoming an Extension Master Gardener. This information session at Gordon Avenue Library will tell you how to take part in the 2026 training class for Master Gardeners serving the Charlottesville and Albemarle County area. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can deepen your expertise in gardening and share it with the community in fun and rewarding ways.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/join-us-learn-how-you-can-become-an-extension-master-gardener/
LOCATION:Gordon Avenue Library\, 1500 Gordon Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22903
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:albemarlevcehelpdesk@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T133000
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SUMMARY:Join Us: Learn How You Can Become an Extension Master Gardener
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about gardening? Would you enjoy sharing your passion with others? Then consider becoming an Extension Master Gardener. This in-person information session at the Scottsville Library\, 330 Bird Street\, will tell you how to take part in the 2026 training class for Master Gardeners serving the Charlottesville and Albemarle County area. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can deepen your expertise in gardening and share it with the community in fun and rewarding ways.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/join-us-learn-how-you-can-become-an-extension-master-gardener-2/
LOCATION:Scottsville Library\, 330 Bird Street\, Scottsville\, VA\, 24590
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:albemarlevcehelpdesk@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20250725T111258Z
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SUMMARY:Join Us: Learn How You Can Become an Extension Master Gardener
DESCRIPTION:Are you passionate about gardening? Would you enjoy sharing your passion with others? Then consider becoming an Extension Master Gardener. This in-person information session at the Northside Library\, 705 Rio Road West\, will tell you how to take part in the 2026 training class for Master Gardeners serving the Charlottesville and Albemarle County area. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can deepen your expertise in gardening and share it with the community in fun and rewarding ways. \n 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/join-us-learn-how-you-can-become-an-extension-master-gardener-3/
LOCATION:Northside Library\, 705 Rio Road West\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22901
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:albemarlevcehelpdesk@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
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SUMMARY:Garden Basics: Household Food Waste—The Big Picture: How food storage and preservation can be part of the solution
DESCRIPTION:Consumers are responsible for most of the wasted food that winds up in our landfills and harms our environment. Learn some easy and practical strategies to reduce food waste\, such as properly storing and preserving food for later use\, including food harvested from the garden. Freezing\, canning\, dehydrating\, and fermenting are great options. \nSpace is limited. Registration will close at 5 p.m. September 19 or when the class is full. \nGarden Basics is a partnership with the Bread and Roses ministry at Trinity Episcopal Church in Charlottesville. \nPhoto: Designed by Freepik
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/garden-basics-household-food-waste-the-big-picture-food-preservation-methods-as-one-solution/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, 1118 Preston Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T193000
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SUMMARY:What Makes a Species Invasive?
DESCRIPTION:Invasive species like tree-of-heaven\, Japanese stiltgrass\, autumn olive\, and oriental bittersweet create serious problems in ecosystems. Plant invaders contribute to the decline of native flora and fauna; decrease soil\, water\, and air quality; and have detrimental economic impacts and adverse effects on human health. Soil scientist and Master Gardener Linda Blum will describe why some plants become invasive and the factors that contribute to their spread. Registration for this free program will be available here beginning September 16.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/what-makes-a-species-invasive/
LOCATION:The Center at Belvedere\, 540 Belvedere Boulevard\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers Bureau,The Center Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T160000
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SUMMARY:Garden Basics: Tiny Indoor Gardens for Winter Green Thumbs—Easy\, Nutritious Microgreens and Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Microgreens and sprouts are the most local food you can eat. In this hands-on class\, you will learn simple and inexpensive ways to grow delicious microgreens and sprouts. Small but mighty\, these nutrition powerhouses are especially welcomed in the winter months. \nSpace is limited. Registration opens August 11 and closes at 5 p.m. October 17 or when the class is full. \nGarden Basics is a partnership with the Bread and Roses ministry at Trinity Episcopal Church in Charlottesville. \nPhoto: Designed by Freepik
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/garden-basics-tiny-indoor-gardens-for-winter-green-thumbs-easy-nutritious-microgreens-and-sprouts/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, 1118 Preston Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20251007T072803Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Saving Class at Gordon Avenue Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Gordon Avenue Library to learn how to harvest\, process\, and replant seeds from ornamentals\, native plants\, and vegetables you enjoy. The class will cover:\n• The benefits of saving your own seeds\n• How plants are pollinated\n• Cross-pollination issues and preserving variety integrity\n• Plants that are good candidates for seed saving\n• Seed processing and storage\n• Special needs of some seeds\n• Seed viability testing \nThe class is free and open to all. Register here to take part. 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/seed-saving-class-at-gordon-avenue-library/
LOCATION:Gordon Avenue Library\, 1500 Gordon Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22903
CATEGORIES:Speakers Bureau
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20251014T111734Z
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SUMMARY:Food Preservation Class
DESCRIPTION:Join this hands-on class to learn food preservation skills from Virginia Cooperative Extension. The class will provide step-by-step instructions for safe and successful boiling water-bath canning. You will also learn what equipment you will need and where to find additional resources. Plus\, you will take home some recipes. \nFor more information\, contact Courtney Russ\, FCS Extension Agent\, at courtneyr@vt.edu. \nCost: $20 \nSpace is limited. Please register here by October 23 to reserve your place in the class. \n 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/food-preservation-class/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension\, 460 Stagecoach Road\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:albemarlevcehelpdesk@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20251007T081646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T114346Z
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SUMMARY:Turn Your Garbage to Gold: Outdoor Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:At the compost demonstration site in the Bread & Roses Gardens at Trinity Episcopal Church\, Piedmont Master Gardeners and members of the Bread & Roses Gardens team will present “Turn Your Garbage to Gold\,” a free outdoor composting workshop. According to EPA\, in a year the U.S. sends more than 292 million tons of solid waste to municipal landfills. Over 50 percent of this waste is compostable\, with food scraps alone accounting for over 21 percent. When added to a landfill\, food scraps decompose anaerobically (without oxygen) and release methane–a potent greenhouse gas–into the atmosphere. But when composted\, food scraps contribute to healthy soil\, healthy plants\, healthy air\, and healthy water. Learn how to turn compostable waste–including fallen leaves\, a gift from Mother Nature–into the preferred food for your garden. \nRegister below to take part. Registration closes at 5 p.m. November 8 or when the class is full. 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/turn-your-garbage-to-gold-outdoor-composting-workshop/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, 1118 Preston Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20241228T200438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T193048Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Basics: When\, Where and How to Prune—plus a tool checkup
DESCRIPTION:Proper pruning can improve the health and structure of trees and shrubs. In this session\, we will focus on:\n• the basics of structural pruning\,\n• when to prune various species\,\n• where and how to make proper cuts\,\n• the right tools and how to use them\, and\n• how to prune safely. \nArrive 30 minutes early with your pruning tools for a checkup on sharpness and condition.  \nSpaces is limited. Registration will close at 5 p.m. November 21 or when the class is full. \nGarden Basics is a partnership with the Bread and Roses ministry at Trinity Episcopal Church in Charlottesville. \n 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/garden-basics-when-where-and-how-to-prune/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, 1118 Preston Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20251114T161951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T161951Z
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SUMMARY:PMG Speakers Bureau: Adapting Your Garden to a Changing Climate
DESCRIPTION:Unpredictable temperatures\, new pests\, flooding and drought\, windy and stormy weather—how is the gardener to cope? By adopting sustainable practices\, opting for wise plant choices and landscaping strategies\, and continuing to stay on top of the latest research\, gardeners can prepare themselves to confront unpredictable changes in climate. Join Master Gardeners Fern Campbell and Christine Platt as they share steps you can take to keep your garden in good shape. \nThis program is free and open to all. Register here to take part. 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/pmg-speakers-bureau-adapting-your-garden-to-a-changing-climate/
LOCATION:The Center at Belvedere\, 540 Belvedere Boulevard\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers Bureau
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20251014T112556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T153900Z
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SUMMARY:Food Preservation Class
DESCRIPTION:Join this hands-on class to learn food preservation skills from Virginia Cooperative Extension. The class will provide step-by-step instructions for safe and successful boiling water-bath canning. You will also learn what equipment you will need and where to find additional resources. Plus\, you will take home some recipes. \nFor more information\, contact Courtney Russ\, FCS Extension Agent\, at courtneyr@vt.edu. \nCost: $20 \nCLASS IS FULL. No more registrants can be accepted.   \n 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/food-preservation-class-2/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension\, 460 Stagecoach Road\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Cooperative Extension":MAILTO:albemarlevcehelpdesk@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260101T160333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260101T160915Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Basics—Hedgerows: History\, Benefits & How to Plant Them
DESCRIPTION:The Piedmont Master Gardeners and the Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards will jointly offer a free\, online presentation by Claire Denton-Spalding on the history of hedgerows and their benefits for native plants and animals. Denton-Spalding\, who is both an Extension Master Gardener and a Tree Steward\, will also share best practices for planting a hedgerow in the Piedmont region of Virginia. Hedgerows are living fences made of trees and shrubs that support biodiverse populations of birds\, mammals\, and insects. Originally popularized in the United Kingdom\, this technique for growing a living boundary can be put into practice in Central Virginia. \nRegister here to receive a link to the program. \n 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/tree-basics-hedgerows-history-benefits-how-to-plant-them/
CATEGORIES:Speakers Bureau
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LOCATION:https://charlottesvilleareatreestewards.org/event/tree-basics-hedgerows-history-benefits-how-to-plant-them/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T184500
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260108T152645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T155558Z
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SUMMARY:Weeds in the Garden: PMG Speakers Bureau at The Center at Belvedere
DESCRIPTION:The plants we DO NOT want are among a gardener’s biggest challenges. Piedmont Master Gardeners will help you win the “weed war” with advice and help on the following topics:\n•    Understanding weed biology and life cycle\n•    Identifying your weeds\n•    Practices and strategies for weed management\n•    Choosing tools to get the job done\n•    Preventing weeds.\nAmple time will be provided for Q&A about specific weed problems; audience members are encouraged to bring questions about their own challenges. \nThis program is free and open to all. Please register here to take part.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/weeds-in-the-garden-pmg-speakers-bureau-at-the-center-at-belvedere/
LOCATION:The Center at Belvedere\, 540 Belvedere Boulevard\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers Bureau,The Center Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20251129T040621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T182253Z
UID:49169-1770458400-1770465600@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED FOR FEB. 7: Garden Basics on Starting Plants from Seeds\, Plus a Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Due to icy conditions\, this Garden Basics program has been rescheduled for Saturday\, February 7. In this session\, you will learn basic seed-starting techniques and the special needs of some seeds. Bring seeds (packaged and labeled with species info) for our Seed Swap. You will have the opportunity to share seeds with others\, and you will take home seeds to try out your new skills regardless of whether you bring seeds to swap. The first 50 people through the door will receive a swag bag. Registration in requested\, but walk-ins are welcome! \nOur Garden Basics sessions are presented in partnership with James Monroe’s Highland and the Bread & Roses program at Trinity Episcopal Church.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/starting-plants-from-seeds-plus-a-seed-swap/
LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe Parkway\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics at James Monroe's Highland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20251129T182705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T193140Z
UID:49174-1771063200-1771070400@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Garden Basics: Garden Soil Preparation—Laying the Foundation for Success
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just beginning your horticultural journey\, understanding the art and science of soil preparation is essential for yielding vibrant\, productive crops. In this Garden Basics session\, we will guide participants through the process of preparing the soil for growing vegetables. By focusing on both foundational practices and advanced strategies\, this session will empower you to create thriving gardens throughout the spring\, summer\, and fall. \nSpace is limited. Registration closes at 5 p.m. February 13 or when the class is full.  \nOur Garden Basics sessions are presented in partnership with James Monroe’s Highland and the Bread & Roses program at Trinity Episcopal Church.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/garden-soil-preparation-laying-the-foundation-for-success/
LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe Parkway\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics at James Monroe's Highland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260209T203217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T203217Z
UID:50340-1772877600-1772881200@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Turn Your Garbage to Gold: Our Next Outdoor Workshop on Composting
DESCRIPTION:The next in our series of free outdoor workshops on composting will be held at the compost demonstration site in the Bread & Roses Gardens at Trinity Episcopal Church. We will showcase a range of techniques for turning household waste such as food scraps\, yard trimmings\, uncoated paper\, cardboard\, and sawdust into the ideal soil amendment for the yard and garden. We will also show how all households\, large and small\, can keep compostable waste out of landfills. When added to a landfill\, food scraps decompose anaerobically (without oxygen) and release methane\, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to global climate change. When composted\, food scraps contribute to healthy soil and plants and to cleaner water and air. \nRegister below to reserve your place in the class. Registration closes at 5 p.m. March 6 or when the class is full.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/turn-your-garbage-to-gold-our-next-outdoor-workshop-on-composting/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, 1118 Preston Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Composting Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20251129T185541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T192336Z
UID:49184-1774101600-1774108800@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Garden Basics: Be Your Own Florist—Get Started Growing Cut Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Growing flowers for cutting can bring beauty into your garden and into your home. In this Garden Basics class\, learn how to get started\, whether you want to create a dedicated cutting garden or just add plants to your existing landscape. We will offer suggestions for plant varieties and show how to grow vase-worthy blooms from spring to late fall. \nRegister below to take part. Registration closes at 5 p.m. March 20 or when the class is full.  \nOur Garden Basics sessions are presented in partnership with James Monroe’s Highland and the Bread & Roses program at Trinity Episcopal Church. \nPhoto by Yoksel Zok on Unsplash
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/be-your-own-florist-get-started-growing-cut-flowers/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, 1118 Preston Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics at Trinity Episcopal Church
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260205T152245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T182343Z
UID:50283-1775579400-1775588400@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:2026 Spring Lecture — Shannon Currey on “Soft Landings: Add Life Under Trees”
DESCRIPTION:On April 7 at The Center at Belvedere\, gardening educator Shannon Currey will share her knowledge and expertise about the importance of native plants in creating ecologically sound landscapes. Join us at 4:30 p.m. for an open house in The Center’s Rose and Pollinator Demonstration Gardens followed by her presentation at 5:30 p.m. \nYou will discover how to replace mulch and grass under your trees with the native plant habitats that butterflies\, moths\, and other beneficial insects need to complete life cycles that started in the trees above. In addition\, you will learn about native perennials that provide beauty and ecological benefits even if you’re gardening in deer territory. \nFree and open to all. Please register HERE to take part.  \n \nShannon Currey is Director of Education and Outreach at Izel Native Plants and is passionate about exploring native flora and advocating for their use in managed landscapes. In her articles for national publications and in her presentations to professional organizations and public gardens\, she highlights the significance of native plants in promoting biodiversity and ecological health. Highly respected in the plant industry\, she is a member of the North Carolina Plant Conservation Program Scientific Committee and has received the Libby Wilder Award from the North Carolina Nursery & Landscape Association.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/2026-spring-lecture-shannon-currey-on-soft-landings-add-life-under-trees/
LOCATION:The Center at Belvedere\, 540 Belvedere Boulevard\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Spring Lecture Series,The Center Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260106T180205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T182804Z
UID:49601-1776506400-1776513600@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Garden Basics: Great Flowering Native Plants for Beauty and the Bees
DESCRIPTION:Flowering native plants add beauty to gardens and provide crucial support for bees and other pollinators facing decline due to habitat loss\, pesticide overuse\, and climate change. Learn about some tried-and-true flowering natives for your garden and the resources for finding and maintaining them. We’ll also touch on native plant garden design to optimize ecological benefits. \nSpace is limited. Please register below to save a place in the class. Registration closes at 5 p.m. April 17 or when the class is full.   \nOur Garden Basics sessions are presented in partnership with James Monroe’s Highland and the Bread & Roses program at Trinity Episcopal Church.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/garden-basics-great-flowering-native-plants-for-beauty-and-the-bees/
LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe Parkway\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics at James Monroe's Highland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260118T213957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T205018Z
UID:49845-1777716000-1777730400@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, the Piedmont Master Gardeners’ Spring Plant Sale will offer thousands of annuals\, perennials\, vegetables\, fruit-bearing plants\, trees\, shrubs\, herbs and houseplants\, including a large assortment of native plants. Check out this Q&A to learn more. \nIn addition\, shoppers can purchase gently used garden implements\, yard décor\, and other “Green Elephants” at our garden-themed thrift store. The sale will also feature a Help Desk for answering gardening questions and an array of displays and information tables. Cash and credit cards will be accepted. All proceeds support the many free and low-cost programs the Piedmont Master Gardeners offer to the community. \nPlease Donate “Green Elephants” for Our Sale \nThrough April 18\, you may drop off Green Elephant donations for our thrift store at 402 Albemarle Square between 10 a.m. and noon on Wednesdays or Saturdays. We will accept tools\, hoses\, tomato cages\, trellises\, yard ornaments\, outdoor furniture and just about anything else that can be used to create\, maintain or enjoy the garden. However\, we cannot take plastic pots or opened chemicals. \nOur team will help you unload your donated items or will come to you to pick them up if they are too large to manage. To arrange a pickup\, contact us at greenelephant@piedmontmastergardeners.org.
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/spring-plant-sale-2/
LOCATION:Albemarle Square Shopping Center\, 600 Albemarle Square\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plant Sale
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260106T183820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T175857Z
UID:49611-1778320800-1778328000@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Plant Swap at James Monroe’s Highland
DESCRIPTION:Join other gardeners and plant enthusiasts for the Piedmont Master Gardeners’ Plant Swap. Whether you are a seasoned horticulturist or just starting your plant journey\, our Plant Swap will give you the opportunity to expand and share your collection\, meet other plant lovers\, and learn new tips for successful growing. \nRegister below to reserve your place in this event. Walk-ins welcome! \nPhoto designed by Freepik
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/plant-swap-at-james-monroes-highland-2/
LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe Parkway\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics at James Monroe's Highland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260106T185431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T191543Z
UID:49619-1778940000-1778947200@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Garden Basics: Attracting Birds to Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Using native plants\, turn your yard into a songbird paradise. Planting a mixture of trees\, shrubs and perennials can provide birds with year-round food\, winter shelter and nesting areas.  Water features\, especially moving water\, act as magnets for birds. Learn how a few simple tips\, like saving leaves\, can make your yard a healthier environment for birds and pollinators.  You will draw a simple landscaping plan for your yard incorporating ideas suggested in this workshop. One yard at a time\, we can help reverse the songbird population decline. \nSpace is limited. Please register below to reserve your place in the class. Registration closes at 5 p.m. May 15 or when the class is full.  \nOur Garden Basics sessions are presented in partnership with James Monroe’s Highland and the Bread & Roses program at Trinity Episcopal Church. \nPhoto courtesy of William Kurtz 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/garden-basics-attracting-birds-to-your-garden/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, 1118 Preston Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics at Trinity Episcopal Church
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T183000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260306T172701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T172701Z
UID:50757-1780421400-1780425000@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:No-Till Gardening: An Easier Way to Grow
DESCRIPTION:No-till gardening (also known as no-dig gardening) is built on four key principles: \n\nsoil armor (keeping soil covered)\,\nminimizing disturbance\,\nplant diversity\, and\nmaintaining living roots.\n\nBy prioritizing soil biology over mechanical turning\, this efficient approach reduces labor\, decreases the need for weeding and watering\, builds long-term fertility\, and creates a more resilient garden ecosystem\, capturing carbon in the soil rather than releasing it as CO2. Join Master Gardener Fern Campbell as she describes the principles and benefits of no-till gardening and how you can apply them to your own garden and landscapes. \nThis event is free and open to all. Registration will open soon. 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/no-till-gardening-an-easier-way-to-grow/
LOCATION:The Center at Belvedere\, 540 Belvedere Boulevard\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speakers Bureau,The Center Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260106T191426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T191426Z
UID:49624-1782554400-1782561600@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Garden Basics: Herb Gardening—Discover the History and Magic of Culinary and Medicinal Herbs
DESCRIPTION:Growing an herb garden provides easy access to herbs that can be eaten fresh or stored for later use. We will explore the current culinary use of herbs\, as well as their historic use in medicine and cooking in Virginia. Participants will gain skills for planning and planting an herb garden in ground or in a container and learn how to harvest and dry. Participants will take home herbs to dry and make into a tea or spice mix. \nSpace is limited. Please register below to reserve your place in the class. Registration closes at 5 p.m. May 15 or when the class is full.  \nOur Garden Basics sessions are presented in partnership with James Monroe’s Highland and the Bread & Roses program at Trinity Episcopal Church. \nPhoto designed by Freepik
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/garden-basics-herb-gardening-discover-the-history-and-magic-of-culinary-and-medicinal-herbs/
LOCATION:James Monroe’s Highland\, 2050 James Monroe Parkway\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics at James Monroe's Highland
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T022857
CREATED:20260106T205710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T205710Z
UID:49637-1784383200-1784390400@www.piedmontmastergardeners.org
SUMMARY:Garden Basics: More Trees\, PLEASE!
DESCRIPTION:This session will look at suitable trees for home landscapes\, emphasizing native species of trees and their appropriate placement. We will also promote a greater understanding of the nature of trees and highlight their benefits. \nSpace is limited. Please register below to reserve a place in the class. Registration closes at 5 p.m. July 17 or when the class is full.  \nOur Garden Basics sessions are presented in partnership with James Monroe’s Highland and the Bread & Roses program at Trinity Episcopal Church. \n 
URL:https://www.piedmontmastergardeners.org/event/garden-basics-more-trees-please/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Church\, 1118 Preston Avenue\, Charlottesville\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Garden Basics at Trinity Episcopal Church
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont Master Gardeners":MAILTO:info@piedmontmastergardeners.org
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