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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. BMP certification will be awarded to those passing the exam. 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 will earn 2 CORE and may select their 2 additional CEUs from: Pvt. App. Ag., O&T, LL&O, LCLM, or Comm. L&O. Register Here
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Nov 4
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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 Growing Vegetables can be fun and rewarding. But, sometimes it can be frustrating when your plants become sick and infested. Learn to look for the first signs of insects and diseases in your vegetable garden and how you can control them. Attending this webinar will start you on the road to a successful garden. Register Here
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Saturday, November 7, 2009
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Nov 7
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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. Register Here!
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Nov 7
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11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Location: Heritage Village, Pinellas Room, 11909 125 St.No. Largo, Fl
Details:Cost: Free Take a stroll down the Shirley McPherson Native Plant Trail in Heritage Village at this Going Native workshop. Roll up your sleeves and make a palmetto fan. Keep yourself cool the old fashioned way and learn about how native plants make good sense in the landscape. Best for individuals or families with school-aged children five years and older. Register Here
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Nov 7
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1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo, Fl. 33774
Details:Cost: $15.00 Growing Vegetables can be fun and rewarding. But, sometimes it can be frustrating when your plants become sick and infested. Join Cindy Peacock, Extension Specialist, and learn to look for the first signs of insects and diseases in your vegetable garden and how you can control them. Register Here
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Wednesday, November 11, 2009
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Nov 11
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2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Location: Palm Harbor Library
Details:Cost: Free Always felt Orchids, though beautiful, may be too difficult to grow so you never tried. Want to know the secrets to selecting and maintaining healthy orchids? In November, you can learn how to select the best orchids for your situation and what you need to do to keep them happy and healthy. Pinellas County Master Gardeners will present an Orchids program with co-owner of Art Stone Orchids, Michael Polen offering advice at a free program at the Palm Harbor Library. This program will be offered Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 2 p.m. The session will last about one and a half hours. Register Here!
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Sunday, November 15, 2009
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Nov 15
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6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
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Location: Pinellas County Extension, 12520 Ulmerton Rd., Largo, Fl. 33774
Details:Cost: Free GREAT GIFT IDEA! Have you ever thought “What a waste!” when you see the rain water pouring out of your down spout and then down the street? By attending this workshop you will learn how save that water in a recycled plastic barrel for later use. The collected water is safe for use on your potted plants, vegetable and herb gardens, and special plant collections. All attendees will receive set-up instructions and a reference booklet for free. If you would like one rain barrel for your household you may purchase it when you register for this class as well as purchase a second barrel to give as a holiday gift. Advance registration for this free class and pre-payment for rain barrels required. Your rain barrel will be available for pick up on the day of the class if you choose “Participant with Rain Barrel” on step 4 of the registration process. If you do not want to purchase a rain barrel please select “Participant” by using the drop down arrow. Register Here
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
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Nov 17
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11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Details:Cost: $15.00 An introductory program on the basic facts about climate change. Scientists now show evidence of ongoing impacts such as sea level rise, warming of the oceans and air, and changes to our environment. Learn about impacts to Florida and our coastal regions. Register Here!
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Nov 17
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1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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Green Job Market in Pinellas County
Location: On-line on your computer through webinar.
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Cost: $15.00
This class has been cancelled.
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Nov 17
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6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Rain Harvesting Workshop
Location: Boyd Hill Environmental Education Center, 1101 Country Club Way South, St. Petersburg.
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Cost: $5.00; optional Rain Barrel purchase: $30.00 + tax
Have you ever thought “What a waste!” when you see the rain water pouring out of your gutter down-spout and then down the street? By attending this workshop you will learn how save that water in a recycled plastic barrel for later use. The collected water is safe for use on your potted plants, vegetable and herb gardens,and special plant collections. All attendees will receive set-up instructions and a reference booklet. If you would like one rain barrel for your household you may purchase it at the class.
Advance registration for this class is appreciated. Please call Boyd Hill Environmental Education Center at (727)893-7326 to reserve your space.
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Wednesday, November 18, 2009
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Nov 18
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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 Many of us "pick up the plastic" all too often, especially during the holiday season. Join us for this webinar to learn how to minimize your credit mistakes and avoid the "after holiday credit card blues." Register Here
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Thursday, November 19, 2009
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Nov 19
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6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Location: Program offered on-line at your computer through webinar.
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Friday, November 20, 2009
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Nov 20
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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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Wednesday, November 25, 2009
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Nov 25
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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.
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Cost: Free
This class has been cancelled.
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