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Gardening 101
Date & Time:
03/16
06:00 PM
Event Cost:
members $10, non-members $12
Phone:
706-542-6156 | New to gardening or Georgia? This quick start class will
teach participants the basics of home gardening. The
class will touch on the topics of testing and preparing the
soil, sunlight and water requirements, planting tips and
yearly maintenance. Amanda will provide basic zoning
information to help participants plant and maintain
annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees in their yard.
Location: The State Botanical Garden of Georgia (Athens, GA): Callaway Building Auditorium
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Gwinnett County Master Gardeners Mtng
Date & Time:
03/16
06:30 PM to
08:30 PM
Event Cost:
Visitors are welcome at no charge.
Phone:
7705549707 | Covered dish dinner 6:30 followed by 7 pm
program by Lynn Beckmann (who has worked in
a variety of capacities in the health
field) on how to avoid various negative
environmental conditions such as viruses,
bacteria, fungi in the soil, water, insect
and plants.
Location: Gwinnett Sr. Center, 225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville
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Basic Vegetable Gardening
Date & Time:
03/17
07:00 PM
Event Cost:
$7 per person, includes door prize entry
Phone:
404-298-4080 | Bob Westerfield, UGA State Vegetable
Gardening Specialist from Griffin
Will share basic vegetable gardening
information
Location: DeKalb Extension 4380 Memorial Dr., Decatur, Ga 30032
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Evergreen Concert - Wood 'n' Nickel Woodwind Quint
Date & Time:
03/17
07:30 PM
Event Cost:
FREE
Phone:
706-542-6156 | Warm up a winter weekend evening with the sounds of
Heidi Nibbelink (oboe), Beth Baile (flute), Tom Cooper
(clarinet), Barbara Hawman (French horn) and Robert
Placek (bassoon) inside the warm tropical conservatory.
These very talented quintet members are good friends,
area residents and part of various musical groups
including the Classic City Band and the Athens Symphony.
Bring your friends for this enjoyable, free concert in the
Conservatory.
Location: The State Botanical Garden of Georgia (Athens, GA): Visitor Center& Conservatory
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Pee Wee Naturalist 3-Part Series (ages 3-4)
Date & Time:
03/17
09:45 AM to
11:00 AM
Event Cost:
$50 non-members/$35 members (price per 3-session class, adult helper required and admitted free)
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Tuesdays: March 17, April 14, and May 12; 9:45-11:00
AM. Classes include animal presentations, art projects,
and natural world investigations, including trail walks and
interactive activities. Program topics cover: Five Senses in
Nature, A Plant’s Life, and Water Works. Register at
scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com or 770-992-2055
ext. 237. Go to www.chattnaturecenter.org for more
information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Meet The Keeper at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/17
12:00 PM to
12:30 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Join our wildlife staff and volunteers to learn the ins and
outs of what it takes to keep our animals happy and
healthy. All ages. Every Tuesday and Saturday in March at
12:00 noon. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Unit 4: Fruit and Vegetable Design
Date & Time:
03/18
09:00 AM
Event Cost:
members $20; non-members $23
Phone:
706-542-6156 | This is the fourth in a series of five National Garden Club
units focusing on designs incorporating fruits and
vegetables. Participants will be provided with a list of
materials to bring to class. Limited to 20 participants.
Priority will be given to those participants who have
completed Units 1-3.
Location: The State Botanical Garden of Georgia (Athens, GA): Visitor Center, Classroom A
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Pee Wee Naturalist 3-Part Series (ages 3-4)
Date & Time:
03/18
09:45 AM to
11:00 AM
Event Cost:
$50 non-members/$35 members (price per 3-session class, adult helper required and admitted free)
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Wednesdays: March 18, April 15, and May 13; 9:45-11:00
AM. Classes include animal presentations, art projects,
and natural world investigations, including trail walks and
interactive activities. Program topics cover: Five Senses in
Nature, A Plant’s Life, and Water Works. Register at
scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com or 770-992-2055
ext. 237. Go to www.chattnaturecenter.org for more
information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Animal Encounter at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/19
04:00 PM to
04:30 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Learn about the native wildlife living here at CNC through
a 30-minute live animal presentation. All ages. Every
Thursday and Friday in March at 4:00 PM. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Low Voltage Lighting for the Landscape
Date & Time:
03/19
07:00 PM to
08:30 PM
Event Cost:
5.00
Phone:
404-244-4881/404-298 | John Kenna is the owner of Water, Color &
Stone Inc. which is a landscaping design
firm specializing in hardscape construction
and softscape plantings. John will discuss
economical ways to highlight architectural
features and landscaping by installing low-
voltage outdoor lights or solar lighting.
Location: DeKalb County Cooperative Extension, 2390 Wildcat Road, Decatur, GA 30034
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Herbs from Seed and Cuttings
Date & Time:
03/19
07:00 PM to
09:00 PM
Event Cost:
$22/members; $27 non-members (incl $2 materials charge)
Phone:
(678) 642-4977 or (4 | Parsley, Rosemary, Sage and Thyme…we love
them all, but what about Papalo, salad burnet
and hyssop? Join Glynis Ward and learn all
about growing a wide variety of easy
culinary, tea, and ornamental/medicinal herbs
from seed which are perfect for the sunny
garden. Please bring plenty of recyclable
containers: garden pots, yogurt and margarine
tubs, milk or juice jugs. We’ll supply the
seed for a wide array of well known and
uncommon herb seeds and the soil.
Location: Oakhurst Community Garden 435 Oakview Road Decatur, GA
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Basic Vegetable Gardening
Date & Time:
03/19
10:30 AM
Event Cost:
$15
Phone:
770-781-2030 | Learn to grow vegetables for you and your
family, and to "Plant a Row for the Hungry".
They're fun to grow, and it' s a great family
activity, too. Learn to do it the easy way.
Work smarter, not harder. Emphasis will be on
growing organically.
Location: Cumming Recreation Department, 410 Pilgrim Mill Rd. Cumming
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Animal Encounter at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/20
04:00 PM to
04:30 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Learn about the native wildlife living here at CNC through
a 30-minute live animal presentation. All ages. Every
Thursday and Friday in March at 4:00 PM. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Guided Hikes at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/21
01:00 PM to
02:00 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC
trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural”
curiosity. Every Saturday and Sunday in March at 1:00 and
3:00 PM. All ages. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Low-Maintenance Landscape Tips
Date & Time:
03/21
01:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
770-827-5323 | Master Gardener Daryl Pulis will discuss an
economic labor approach on maintaining your
landscape.
Location: Cumming Library, 585 Dahlonega Rd, Cumming, GA
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Family Farm Festival
Date & Time:
03/21
01:00 PM to
06:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free-$6
Phone:
770-926-2003 | Enjoy an afternoon in the country at the
Blue Skies Riding Academy Family Farm
Festival in Acworth. Free activities
include a farm animal display including a
pig, goats and chicks, and riding
exhibitions including show jumping and
mounted games. Activities available for a
small fee include pony rides, hay rides,
games, crafts and a concession stand.
For springtime gardeners, composted horse
manure will be available for $4 per garbage
bag. Proceeds benefit Blue Skies, a non-
profit organization.
Location: Blue Skies Riding Academy, Acworth
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Animal Babies – What Do I Do With Them?
Date & Time:
03/21
02:00 PM to
02:45 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Come learn what you can do to help make sure any
orphaned animals make it safely back to their parents in
this program led by a CNC naturalist and our wildlife
department. All ages. Every Saturday and Sunday in March
at 2:00 PM. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Guided Hikes at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/21
03:00 PM to
04:00 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC
trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural”
curiosity. Every Saturday and Sunday in March at 1:00 and
3:00 PM. All ages. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Spring Bird Ramble
Date & Time:
03/21
08:00 AM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
706-542-1244 | Come join the Oconee Rivers Audubon Society
for a morning bird walk at the Garden. Look
and listen for our spring migrants. First
time birding? No problem. ORAS members will
help you spot and identify the feathery
creatures. All birding levels are welcome
and binoculars are optional. For more
information, visit
www.oconeeriversaudubon.org.
Location: The State Botanical Garden of Georgia (Athens, GA): Meet in Upper Parking Lot near Day Chapel
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Preparing your Spring Vegetable Garden
Date & Time:
03/21
09:00 AM to
01:00 PM
Event Cost:
Garden Admission $5.00 to City of Kennesaw
Phone:
70-427-2117, ext 305 | 9:30am: Come see early spring at the
Gardens through the eyes of well known
plant enthusiast Doug Davis. 10:45am: Cobb
County Plant-a-Row for the Hungry expert
vegetable grower Susan Dawsey will show you
the basics of preparing your home garden to
ensure an abundant harvest. Call 770-427-
2117, X3059 for map and directions
Location: Smith-Gilbert Gardens , 2382 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw, GA 30152
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Celebrate Earth Day by Going Green
Date & Time:
03/21
10:00 AM to
11:30 AM
Event Cost:
FREE
Phone:
770-479-0418 | Learn how to 'go green' by avoiding toxins,
recycling and not polluting.
Location: Hickory Flat Library, 2740 East Cherokee Drive, Canton
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Spring STARLAB at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/21
10:00 AM to
11:00 AM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | A naturalist will guide you as you learn about the stars,
constellations, and planets that are prominent in the
spring night sky in our giant, inflatable STARLAB
planetarium. Ages 5-adult. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Plant Sale Holy Comforter Episcopal Church
Date & Time:
03/21
10:00 AM
Phone:
(404) 627-6510 | First plant sale of the season! Herbs, cool
weather veggies, house plants, some
perennials, Southern Magnolias - grown
without pesticides, herbicides, growth
hormones or chemical fertilizers! We also
have fresh home baked Mennonite style baking!
737 Woodland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 - I20
to Moreland, south on Moreland and make a
right on Ormewood jog around Woodland - we're
right there!
Come see our gardens, our greenhouse and the
unique people who grow our plants for you!
Location: Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, Ormewood Park, Atlanta
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Meet The Keeper at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/21
12:00 PM to
12:30 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Join our wildlife staff and volunteers to learn the ins and
outs of what it takes to keep our animals happy and
healthy. All ages. Every Tuesday and Saturday in March at
12:00 noon. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Garden Lecture
Date & Time:
03/21
12:00 PM to
01:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free to members; $5 non-members
Phone:
678-366-3511 | Join one of our expert North Fulton Master
Gardeners as they share their secrets and
tips for getting your garden ready for
summer. Q&A session after the lecture.
Location: Autrey Mill Nature Preserve
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Guided Hikes at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/22
01:00 PM to
02:00 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC
trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural”
curiosity. Every Saturday and Sunday in March at 1:00 and
3:00 PM. All ages. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Gardening Workshop for Adults: Gardening from Seed
Date & Time:
03/22
01:30 PM to
03:30 PM
Event Cost:
$30 non-members/$25 members – includes a 20LB bag of compost
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x222 | Learn from Farmer D, vice president of GA Organics &
Biodynamic Farmer. This second in a series of 4
workshops will look at which crops can be grown from
seed and planted directly in the ground, and which crops
are better planted in seed flats. Participants will learn
different techniques for planting from seed in the ground,
in flats and in soil blocks. To register, go to
www.chattnaturecenter.com, and click on Adult Programs,
or call us at 770-992-2055 ext. 222. We recommend
pre-registration.
Location: Farmer D Retail Store in Toco Hills
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Animal Babies – What Do I Do With Them?
Date & Time:
03/22
02:00 PM to
02:45 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Come learn what you can do to help make sure any
orphaned animals make it safely back to their parents in
this program led by a CNC naturalist and our wildlife
department. All ages. Every Saturday and Sunday in March
at 2:00 PM. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Guided Hikes at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/22
03:00 PM to
04:00 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC
trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural”
curiosity. Every Saturday and Sunday in March at 1:00 and
3:00 PM. All ages. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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A Bushel of Potatoes
Date & Time:
03/22
03:00 PM to
04:00 PM
Event Cost:
$12 garden members, $17 non-members (includes materials fee)
Phone:
(678) 642-4977 or (4 | What happens when you take a bushel basket,
fill it with dirt and place a few potatoes in
it? Join Jerilynn Bedingfield and find out!
Each child will take a bushel basket home
planted with potatoes that will soon turn
into a bountiful harvest!
Location: Oakhurst Community Garden 435 Oakview Road Decatur, GA
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Turtle Treats at Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/22
12:30 PM to
01:45 PM
Event Cost:
$25 non-members, $15 members (price per child, adult required and admitted free)
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Come explore the world of turtles with our naturalists and
wildlife staff! Create your own turtle shell to wear, play
turtle games, and get the opportunity to see what our
turtles and tortoises eat, while you enjoy some healthy and
tasty turtle treats! Ages 4-6. Pre-registration required.
Please register early by e-mail at
scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com, or by phone at (770)
992-2055 ext. 237.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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"Attracting Butterflies: what, where and how"
Date & Time:
03/23
07:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
706 354 0450 | What could be more beautiful than a
butterfly floating through the garden? In
2008 DeKalb Master Gardeners led by Dawn
Hines established a Butterfly Garden at the
Old Tucker Courthouse. Designed by Regina
Lorenz, this garden provides plants for the
whole lifecycle of butterflies. Dawn Hines
will share her knowledge and love of
butterflies at the monthly meeting of the
DeKalb Master Gardener Association.
Location: Tucker-Reid Cofer Library, Church Street, Tucker
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Qigong for Health & Relaxation
Date & Time:
03/23 - 05/11
12:00 PM to
01:00 PM
Event Cost:
members $72; non-members $80
Phone:
706-542-1244 | Qigong [Chi Gong] is an ancient Chinese art
of self-cultivation that fosters health,
relaxation, and calm. Graceful, expansive
motions serve to facilitate the flow of
blood, lymphatic fluid, and qi [chi]
through the body to boost vitality and
flush out toxins from body tissues.
Visualizations and meditation focus the
practitioner's mind inward and promote
greater body awareness. This peaceful
practice relieves stress and offers a low-
impact exercise that is wonderful
restorative and preventati..
Location: The State Botanical Garden of Georgia (Athens, GA):
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A Primer on the Southern Summer Vegetable Garden
Date & Time:
03/24
07:00 PM to
09:00 PM
Event Cost:
$22/members; $27 non-members (incl $2 materials charge)
Phone:
(678) 642-4977 or (4 | Heirloom tomatoes, fiery peppers, purple
eggplants, and pesto basil await you. Glynis
Ward will tell you about other delicious and
beautiful vegetables such as tropical greens
you can grow during the summer and tips for
success. She will also teach you how to turn
a milk jug into a mini-greenhouse so that you
can grow that heirloom you’ve always wanted.
Save money, expand your knowledge and enjoy a
bountiful harvest by growing your own.
Location: Oakhurst Community Garden 435 Oakview Road Decatur, GA
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Roswell Garden Club Meeting
Date & Time:
03/24
10:00 AM to
12:00 PM
Event Cost:
FREE
Phone:
770-650-4607 | Program: Amending the Soil with Eddie
Rhoades
Location: Roswell Area Park Community Building, 10895 Woodstock Road, Roswell
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Meet The Keeper at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/24
12:00 PM to
12:30 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Join our wildlife staff and volunteers to learn the ins and
outs of what it takes to keep our animals happy and
healthy. All ages. Every Tuesday and Saturday in March at
12:00 noon. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Exploration Stations at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/25
01:30 PM to
03:00 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Visit the Classification, Conservation, Observation,
Sensation, and Pollination Stations and find out through
hands-on activities about each of these exciting areas of
our natural world. Ages 4-12. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Infant Walk at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/25
10:00 AM to
11:00 AM
Event Cost:
$15 non-members/$5 members (price per family)
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Ages Birth – 2 years. Join a CNC naturalist to discover
ways you can connect your infant and young child to the
wonders of nature. Program topic is Baby Animals. Pre-
registration required. Please register early by e-mail at
scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com, or by phone at (770)
992-2055 ext. 237. Go to www.chattnaturecenter.org for
more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Nature Explorers 3-Part Series (ages 5-6)
Date & Time:
03/26
03:30 PM to
04:45 PM
Event Cost:
$50 non-members/$35 members (price per 3-session class, adult helper required and admitted free)
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Thursdays: March 26, April 23, and May 21; 3:30 – 4:45
PM. Your budding naturalist can explore the out-of-doors
at CNC. We will have fun doing nature experiments with
the topics of The Air All Around Us, Let’s Visit a Pond and
Wacky Weather! Register at
scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com or 770-992-2055
ext. 237. Go to www.chattnaturecenter.org for more
information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Animal Encounter at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/26
04:00 PM to
04:30 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Learn about the native wildlife living here at CNC through
a 30-minute live animal presentation. All ages. Every
Thursday and Friday in March at 4:00 PM. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Let Nature Make Your Day at Callaway Gardens
Date & Time:
03/26
10:00 AM to
02:00 PM
Event Cost:
$60 for lecture and luncheon
Phone:
706-663-5153 | Gardening enthusiasts will enjoy tips and
tales from a leading gardening authority in
a special luncheon on March 26, 2009, to
benefit the not-for-profit Ida Cason
Callaway Foundation™. Let Nature Make Your
Day luncheon with speaker by Page Dickey,
acclaimed gardening author. A book sale and
signing will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00
a.m. Dickey’s lecture Gardens in the Spirit
of Place will begin at 11 am and be followed
by a picnic lunch at Noon. Guests are
invited to the Plant Fair Preview.
Location: Pine Mountain, Georgia
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Container Gardening
Date & Time:
03/26
12:15 PM to
01:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
770-473-5434 | Think you don't have space for a vegetable
garden? Let's talk about Container Gardening.
Location: Clayton County Extension, 1262 Government Circle, Jonesboro, GA
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Animal Encounter at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/27
04:00 PM to
04:30 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Learn about the native wildlife living here at CNC through
a 30-minute live animal presentation. All ages. Every
Thursday and Friday in March at 4:00 PM. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Callaway Gardening School
Date & Time:
03/27
08:00 AM to
03:00 PM
Event Cost:
$60 for all three sessions and lunch
Phone:
706-663-5153 | Enjoy Walter Reeves as he educates and
entertains at the Callaway Gardening School
with sought-after gardening author Page
Dickey. Each does one session followup by
lunch and a Q&A. What's even better - in
addition to beautiful azaleas and spring
flowers in bloom is that the Callaway
Gardens Annual Plant Fair and Sale is going
on as well. To register for the Gardening
School with Walter Reeves, please contact
the Education Dept. at
education@callawaygardens.com.
Location: Pine Mountain, Georgia
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Callaway Gardens Annual Plant Fair and Sale
Date & Time:
03/27 - 03/31
10:00 AM to
05:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
706-663-5187 | Speciality nurseries from around the SE
bring their hard-to-find plants and
gardening tools and accessories to one
place - saving you the time and driving.
Herbs, native plants, shrubs, native
azaleas, vegetables and more will be
available. Bring your list, your creativity
and a vehicle with space to take home your
finds. Walter Reeves will lecture on Friday,
3/27 (fee). For more information, email
education@callawaygardens.com. Proceeds
benefit the Callaway Gardens Educational
programs.
Location: Pine Mountain, Georgia
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The Energy Trust Better Living Show
Date & Time:
03/27 - 03/29
12:00 PM to
05:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
503-880-3642 | The largest sustainable lifestyle event in
the Northwest. Find everything green, good
and sustainable in one place - Portland,
Oregon. The Energy Trust Better Living Home
and Garden Show. If you are looking to live
a more earth friendly life, this is the
festival for you. Seminars, workshops and
music add to the expo. Admission is free to
this show. Contact Michael O'Loughlin for
this and other trade shows.
Location: Portland Expo Center
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Green Jobs Fair
Date & Time:
03/27
12:00 PM to
04:00 PM
Event Cost:
FREE
Phone:
503.880.3642 | This is a place for employers with green
jobs & job seekers with green values to
meet.
Job seekers & students: Meet companies that
are hiring for sustainable careers.
Employers: Meet current & future job
seekers, introduce your company to
tomorrow’s work force, & network with
companies that are changing business for
good
If your company is looking to recruit into
the green jobs field, a limited number of
booths are available. Each 10x10 space is
just $99.00 on a first come, first serve
basis
Location: Portland Expo Center
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Guided Hikes at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/28
01:00 PM to
02:00 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC
trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural”
curiosity. Every Saturday and Sunday in March at 1:00 and
3:00 PM. All ages. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Daylilies
Date & Time:
03/28
01:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
770-827-5323 | Master Gardener Fecility O\'Neal will
discuss planting, growing and maintaining
daylilies.
Location: Cumming Library, 585 Dahlonega Rd, Cumming, GA
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Greater Atlanta Begonia Society Meeting
Date & Time:
03/28
02:00 PM to
04:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
770-907-7330 | Ozzie Johnson will present a program on his
plant travels. Recently acquired Begonias
from Florida will be studied.
Location: Hastings Nature and Garden Center, 3920 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 404-869-7447 for directions
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Animal Babies – What Do I Do With Them?
Date & Time:
03/28
02:00 PM to
02:45 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Come learn what you can do to help make sure any
orphaned animals make it safely back to their parents in
this program led by a CNC naturalist and our wildlife
department. All ages. Every Saturday and Sunday in March
at 2:00 PM. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Guided Hikes at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/28
03:00 PM to
04:00 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC
trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural”
curiosity. Every Saturday and Sunday in March at 1:00 and
3:00 PM. All ages. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Songbird Sightings at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/28
08:00 AM to
10:00 AM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x222 | Blue-grey gnat catchers, swifts and swallows over the
river and osprey building their nests are some of the
incredible sights you may see when you join CNC wildlife
volunteer and Master Birder, Stacy Zarpentine, for an
morning bird walk. Ages 16-adult. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Attracting Birds & Wildlife and Black Gold
Date & Time:
03/28
09:00 AM
Event Cost:
$5.00 Garden Admission to the City of Kennesaw
Phone:
(770) 427-2117 x3059 | 9:30am - Master Birder Judy Renault will
guide you in converting your backyard into
a bird and wildlife habitat.
10:45am Dr. Bruce Gillett will show you how
to build a low cost compost bin so you can
turn your garbage into \"black gold\" for
your garden. Gardens are open from 9:00am-
1:00pm For map and directions -
www.kennesaw-ga.gov/sga
Location: Smith-Gilbert Gardens, 2829 Pine Mountain Road, Kennesaw 30152
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Celebrate Earth Day with Native Plants
Date & Time:
03/28
10:00 AM to
11:30 AM
Event Cost:
FREE
Phone:
770-479-0418 | Learn how to introduce drought tolerant and
native plants into your landscape.
Location: Ballground Library, 435 Old Canton Road, Ballground
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Harvesting Rainwater
Date & Time:
03/28
10:00 AM to
11:30 AM
Event Cost:
FREE
Phone:
770-479-0418 | Learn how to construct and use a rain
barrel to capture rainwater.
Location: Senior Center, 1001 Univeter Road, Canton
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What’s All the Hum About? A Hummingbird Program
Date & Time:
03/28
10:00 AM to
12:00 PM
Event Cost:
$10 non-members/$5 members
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Join volunteer Marge Igyarto as you uncover the speedy
world of hummingbirds! Participants will learn more about
these feathered friends as well as take home a simple
hummingbird feeder! Ages 7 – 12. Pre-registration
required. Please register early by e-mail at
scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com, or by phone at (770)
992-2055 ext. 237. Go to www.chattnaturecenter.org for
more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Native Plant Propagation at CNC
Date & Time:
03/28
10:00 AM to
04:00 PM
Event Cost:
$60 non-members/$50 members
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x222 | Join Henning von Schmeling and learn how to propagate
plants through conventional and innovative ways for your
home landscape. Techniques shown will include seed
propagation, dividing plants and growing plants from
cuttings. Included is a copy of Propagating Native Plants,
snacks & water, bring pack lunch. To register, go to
www.chattnaturecenter.com, and click on Adult Programs,
or call us at 770-992-2055 ext. 222. Ages 16-adult. We
recommend pre-registration.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Square Foot Gardening: Perfect for Small Spaces
Date & Time:
03/28
10:00 AM to
12:00 PM
Event Cost:
$20/members; $25 non-members
Phone:
(678) 642-4977 or (4 | Join Lyn and Bob Bernstein for a course that
will cover the cover the basics of Square
Foot Gardening as presented by Mel
Bartholomew in his book, All New Square Foot
Gardening. We will construct a raised bed
square foot garden box with trellis and fill
it with the SFG soil mix. In addition we will
discuss garden planning, the SFG grid, plant
spacing, and watering method. Join us April
4th for planting a spring garden and May 2nd
for planting your summer garden!
Location: Oakhurst Community Garden 435 Oakview Road Decatur, GA
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Native Plant Sale
Date & Time:
03/28
10:00 AM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
678- 891-2668 | Azalea Madness! Come shop at the largest
native azalea sale in the southeast. We
also have a great selection of native
shrubs, native trees, vines, native
perennials, native ferns, and native
grasses. Join George Sanko at 9:30 for a
special 30 minute garden tour featuring
the "Best of the Top ten Spring Ephemerals"
Location: Georgia Perimeter College Native Plant Garden
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Native Plant Sale "Azalea Madness"
Date & Time:
03/28
10:00 AM to
02:00 PM
Event Cost:
FREE
Phone:
678-891-2668 | Azalea Madness! Come shop at the largest
native azalea sale in the southeast. We
also have a great selection of native
shrubs, native trees, vines, native
perennials, native ferns, and native
grasses. Join George Sanko at 9:30 for a
special 30 minute garden tour featuring
the "Best of the Top ten Spring Ephemerals"
Location: Georgia Perimeter Collge Native Plant Garden, Decatur Campus
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Shaping a Thrifty and Beautiful Landscape Design
Date & Time:
03/28
11:00 AM to
01:00 PM
Event Cost:
5.00
Phone:
404-244-4881/404-298 | Tara Dillard is a designer, writer, speaker
and a joy to listen to. If you don't know
how to shape beds, choose plants, site
trees and focal point, come and learn the
template and how to phase your landscape by
becoming your own general contractor.
Isn't it time the beautiful landscape in
your mind's eye is planted around your home?
Location: DeKalb County Cooperative Extension, 2390 Wildcat Road, Decatur, GA 30034
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Creating Bonsai
Date & Time:
03/28
11:00 AM to
12:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free
Phone:
404-869-7447 | Are you looking to find an avocation to
inspire your creativity and reduce stress?
Then the sublime art of Bonsai may be for
you. It's not as hard as you may think. Let
Michael Redgrave, of Full Moon Bonsai show
you how to create great Bonsai in a limited
amount of time. Learn how to style, pot and
present beautiful Bonsai in this start to
finish demonstration.
Hastings is located at 3920 Peachtree
Rd. "in Brookhaven".
Attendees receive a 10% discount coupon.
Location: Hastings Horticulture Education Center
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Meet The Keeper at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/28
12:00 PM to
12:30 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Join our wildlife staff and volunteers to learn the ins and
outs of what it takes to keep our animals happy and
healthy. All ages. Every Tuesday and Saturday in March at
12:00 noon. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Guided Hikes at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/29
01:00 PM to
02:00 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC
trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural”
curiosity. Every Saturday and Sunday in March at 1:00 and
3:00 PM. All ages. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Bat Songs with Musical Mark – Family Musical Show
Date & Time:
03/29
01:30 PM to
02:45 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Here comes Musical Mark...in a bat costume!! Come to the
coolest kids’ show around, featuring special effects, far
out lighting, free gift for every child, and a chance to have
your picture taken with the star! Songs like, “I Think I’m
Going Batty!”, “Got Guano?”, and “The Bat Bop Boogie” will
keep you smiling and your toes a tapping. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for
more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Animal Babies – What Do I Do With Them?
Date & Time:
03/29
02:00 PM to
02:45 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Come learn what you can do to help make sure any
orphaned animals make it safely back to their parents in
this program led by a CNC naturalist and our wildlife
department. All ages. Every Saturday and Sunday in March
at 2:00 PM. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Guided Hikes at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/29
03:00 PM to
04:00 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC
trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural”
curiosity. Every Saturday and Sunday in March at 1:00 and
3:00 PM. All ages. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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Constructing a Lightweight Pot
Date & Time:
03/29
03:00 PM to
05:00 PM
Event Cost:
$30 Garden members, $35 non-members (includes $5 materials fee)
Phone:
(678) 642-4977 or (4 | Jerilynn Bedingfield has spent the winter
experimenting with hypertufa (porous
material) creating fun shapes and designs
using a fun array of ingredients, all ideas
to share with you. Come create a lightweight
planting container that can be used for both
vegetables and flowers. This stone-like
trough will age with your garden, a timeless
piece created by you.
Location: Jerilynn Bedingfield has spent the winter experimenting with hypertufa (porous material) creating fun shapes and designs using a fun array of ingredie
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CV Daylily Society Show & Sale at Callaway Gardens
Date & Time:
03/30
10:00 AM to
05:00 PM
Event Cost:
Free with Gardens admission ($15/adult; $7.50/child (ages 6-12); children five and under are admitted for free
Phone:
706-883-7716 | The Chattahoochee Valley Daylily Society
Show and Sale will be Saturday, May 30,
2009, at the Virginia Hand Callaway
Discovery Center at Callaway Gardens.
Visitors to the Gardens can view the winning
daylilies in a number of categories from the
morning’s judged competition. Daylilies,
representing a wide variety of bloom size
and color, will be available for purchase.
Location: Pine Mountain, Georgia
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Meet The Keeper at the Chatt. Nature Center
Date & Time:
03/31
12:00 PM to
12:30 PM
Event Cost:
General admission: $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2 children 3-12, FREE for members and children 2 and under
Phone:
(770) 992-2055 x237 | Join our wildlife staff and volunteers to learn the ins and
outs of what it takes to keep our animals happy and
healthy. All ages. Every Tuesday and Saturday in March at
12:00 noon. Go to
www.chattnaturecenter.org for more information.
Location: Chattahoochee Nature Center
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