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Sep 2
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12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
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Location: Program offered on-line at your computer through Webinar.
Details:Cost: Free Would you like some free money? It is out there and we've got tips on how to get it. By making easy modifications to your home, you may be eligible for hundreds of dollars in rebates, tax credits and refunds. This introductory webinar will look at some of the most easily-accessed of these financial windfalls! Register Here
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
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Sep 9
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9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo
Details:Cost: $15 per person This program is designed to provide training in Best Management Practices for anyone working in the lawn, landscape, pest control, or municipal ground areas. It is focused on reducing non-point source pollution resulting from fertilization or pesticide application. This class is offered at no cost to, Pinellas County Employees, Pinellas County School Board Employees, and Pinellas County Master Gardener Volunteers. Identification must be provided on the day of class to attend this class for free. A maximum of 4 CEUS can be earned by attending this class. Attendees must select 2 CORE, 2 Pvt. App. Ag., 2 O&T, 2 LL&O, 2LCLM, or 2 Comm. L&O.Register Here!
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Sep 9
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12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
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Location: Program offered on-line at your computer through Webinar.
Details:Cost: Free Did you know that most indoor air qualifies as being more polluted than the air outdoors in the world’s most industrialized cities? (Source; EPA) Join Extension Specialist Vestina F. Crayton to discover where these pollutants come from, how they affect your life and how to make your home a healthier place for you and your family. Register Here
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Sep 9
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2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Location: Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor
Details:Cost: Free Is it surprising to learn that the most well-known bromeliad is the pineapple? In September, citizens can learn all about water-wisw bromeliads that are usually inexpensive, easy to grow and require little care. An 'Exploring the World of Bromeliads' program presents information that will please both newcomers and experienced gardeners. Pinellas County Master Gardner John Hood presents expert advice at a free program at Palm Harbor Library. Register Here
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Sep 9
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6:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
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Location: Palm Harbor Labrary, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor
Details:Cost: Free Is it surprising to learn that the most well-known bromeliad is the pineapple? In September, citizens can learn all about water-wisw bromeliads that are usually inexpensive, easy to grow and require little care. An 'Exploring the World of Bromeliads' program presents information that will please both newcomers and experienced gardeners. Pinellas County Master Gardner John Hood presents expert advice at a free program at Palm Harbor Library. Register Here
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Sep 9
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6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo
Details:Cost: $15 per person If you want to invite the birds and butterflies to your yard, come to the landscaping for wildlife program. Learn what plants attract wildlife, where to plant them and how to take care of them. Register Here!
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Saturday, September 12, 2009
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Sep 12
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10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd.,Largo, 33774
Details:Cost: $15 per person Discover how the indoor air quality of your home impacts everyone’s health at this research-based workshop sponsored by Pinellas County Extension. The Pinellas County Department of Health and Healthy Homes, St. Pete will be speakers. Learn where pollutants come from, how they affect your life and how to make your home a healthier place for you and your family. After all, the EPA says that most indoor air qualifies as being more polluted than the air outdoors in the world’s most industrialized cities. Register Here!
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Wednesday, September 16, 2009
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Sep 16
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12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
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Location: Program offered on-line at your computer through Webinar.
Details:Cost: Free With the economy being what it is, the loss of many jobs, and the housing debacle, it’s no wonder some people are trying to make a fast buck at your expense. Don’t get caught in one of the many scams being perpetrated on an unsuspecting public. Join our webinar and learn how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of a scam. Register Here
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Sep 16
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6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo
Details:Cost: $15 per person This program will touch on the items that you should do before a hurricane hits our area, from proper pruning to securing the things in your yard. Register Here!
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Thursday, September 17, 2009
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Sep 17
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6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo, FL
Details:Cost: $25 per person This class will give all participants the ability to hatch chicks either at home or in a classroom. All participants will receive the appropriate teacher guide for their age group program. Information on sources of fertile eggs will be available. Running the incubator, setting the eggs, and embryo development. The poultry industry, hatching, and brooding. Register Here!
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009
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Sep 23
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8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo
Details:Cost: $60 This class provides the training and testing necessary to obtain a limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance or Limited Lawn and Ornamental license. A completed application with picture, proof of insurance and a check for $150 made out to DACS must be brought with you the day of the class. Please study materials beforehand so you are prepared to take the test. Be sure to print off a copy of the Florida statutes, Administrative code and Best Management Practices (BMP) for Protection of Water Resources in Florida (the free BMP manual is also available at the Extension Service office) as these are part of the study materials. The study manuals are only available thru the IFAS bookstore and will cost you $27 plus shipping. If paying with a credit card, it takes about 4-5 business days to receive them. This class is offered at no cost to Pinellas County Employees, Pinellas County Schoolboard Employees, and Pinellas County Master Gardener Volunteers. Identification must be provided on the day of class to attend for free. Register Here!
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Sep 23
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12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
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Location: Program offered on-line at your computer through Webinar.
Details:Cost: Free Going green is not all about the environment. Our economy and society also benefit from green decisions. James Stevenson, Sustainability Extension Specialist, brings you, directly from the University of Florida, tips and research-based techniques that will save you green as you go green! Register Here
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Sep 23
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2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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Location: West St. Petersburg Community Library, 6605 5th Ave. N., St. Petersburg
Details:Cost: Free Want to have more birds and butterflies visiting your yard? This lecture talks about the various plants you can use to attract wildlife to your yard by providing food sources and nesting habitats. Don't forget that they will also need some water. Register Here!
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Thursday, September 24, 2009
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Sep 24
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6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo
Details:Cost: $15 per person Learn about drought tolerant trees, shrubs, ground covers, perennials and wildflowers for your landscape. Participants will be taught how to increase drought tolerance in their current plants and how to spot drought tolerance characteristics in new plants. Native and exotic plants will be discussed. Register Here!
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Saturday, September 26, 2009
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Sep 26
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10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo
Details:Cost: Free Do you think composting is complicated? Join Master Gardener John Kingsbury for this informative workshop to learn how easy it can be. Just add your kitchen scraps to your yard clippings and compost happens! Adding compost to Florida’s sandy soil provides much-needed organic material and improves its water-holding capacity. Attendees will have an opportunity to win one of several compost bins to be given away by a drawing at the end of the class. The bins are provided by Pinellas County Utilities Solid Waste Operations Department. Pre-registration is required. Recommended for adults. Register Here!
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Wednesday, September 30, 2009
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Sep 30
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12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.
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Location: Program offered on-line at your computer through Webinar.
Details:Cost: Free Everyone is going 'green'. Learn some simple and practical ways to make a 'green office'. Go green and save resources, money and reduce impacts on our environment. Learn the basic principles of green purchasing to make better decisions about what you buy. Register Here
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Sep 30
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6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo
Details:Cost: $15 per person Learn about common insects, diseases, nutrient deficiencies and other problems that can appear in your landscape and what to do about them. Register Here!
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