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UID:23737-1674817200-1674822600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Florida-Friendly Friday- Ask an Agent: Winter Gardening Tips
DESCRIPTION:Join us as to learn about good winter gardening practices and the does and don’ts before\, during and after cold spells. Bob Albanese\, Extension Horticulturist will provide information on timely gardening activities and recommendations for central Florida’s cooler season. We will discuss proper pruning practices\, selecting the right plants and trees for your cold hardiness zone and how to prepare your vegetable garden. You will also learn about how to conserve water during Florida’s winter. Please bring your questions. \nFree class\, but advance registration required. \n>>> WEBINAR REGISTRATION
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/florida-friendly-friday-ask-an-agent-winter-gardening-tips/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20221226T210825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221226T210825Z
UID:23698-1674727200-1674734400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Landscape Tips for Water Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Valrie Massey\, Horticulture Program Assistant\, will focus on Florida-Friendly Landscape tips such as right plant vs. right place\, watering efficiently\, and mulch benefits. We will have a brief discussion on your in-ground sprinkler system and the benefits of installing smart irrigation devices. \nThis class satisfies the landscape educational requirement for the Manatee County Outdoor Water Conservation Rebate Program. \nContact: Valrie (941) 722-4524 ext 1829 or vmassey@ufl.edu for further class information. Minimum class size required or class will be cancelled. Registered attendees will be notified. \n>>> WEBINAR REGISTRATION
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/landscape-tips-for-water-conservation-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Certification & Training Programs,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20221219T203512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T203512Z
UID:23572-1673692200-1673697600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Defend Yourself! How Bugs and Bloomers Survive
DESCRIPTION:Insects and plants have evolved often astonishing and sometimes bizarre ways to survive when everything is out to eat them. For more than a decade\, John Lampkin has been photo-documenting thorns and thistles and chemical cocktails\, as bugs and bloomers battle it out. The result is a visually delightful\, fun\, and educational exploration of a 450-million-year-old “arms race.” \nPresented by John Lampkin: John Lampkin’s photographs grace the pages of field guides\, websites and magazines and he won the “American Butterflies” magazine 2020 photo contest. As a neo-classical composer\, he won international prizes for his “Piano Concerto” and woodwind quintets. He has constructed many crossword puzzles\, often with Nature themes\, for the NY Times\, LA Times and Wall Street Journal. At heart\, he is just a guy with a camera who enjoys thinking and sharing what he discovers. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/defend-yourself-how-bugs-and-bloomers-survive/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve":MAILTO:info@friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20221015T223922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221015T223922Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Saving Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever thought about saving seeds from your favorite vegetables? Join us for this two-hour workshop about seed saving strategies. Topics will include plant mating systems\, isolation techniques\, seed processing\, and more! \nFor more information\, please contact\, Mack Lessig\, at 941-722-4524 ext. 1821 or mlessig@ufl.edu. For special accommodations\, please let us know 10 days before the class. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/seed-saving-strategies/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Workshops & Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Manatee County Extension":MAILTO:manatee@ifas.ufl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20221015T222604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221015T222604Z
UID:22865-1667556000-1667563200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Plant Food 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Plant Food 101! Come find out what plants need to grow. \nIn this two-hour workshop\, we will covering basic plant nutrition. Learn about the role that nitrogen\, potassium\, and other elements play within a plant. For more information\, please contact\, Mack Lessig\, at (941) 722-4524 ext.1821 or mlessig@ufl.edu. For special accommodations\, please let us know 10 days before the class. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/plant-food-101/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Health & Fitness,Home & Lifestyle,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Workshops & Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Manatee County Extension":MAILTO:manatee@ifas.ufl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220922T210029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T210029Z
UID:22536-1666954800-1666962000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Home Composting
DESCRIPTION:Learn how you can compost at home! \n\n\n\n\n\nComposting has significant environmental benefits and is easier than you might think! It happens very naturally and creates a useful soil amendment for your landscape plants and vegetable gardens. Join us for an in-person class to learn more about it! \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/home-composting/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20221015T230557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221015T230557Z
UID:22875-1666720800-1666728000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Pasture & Grazing Management Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn management strategies that can help you utilize your pastures more efficiently.\nGrazing is the most economical way to feed livestock. \nThroughout this seminar\, you will learn how to address soil fertility\, weed management\, and grazing management for your pastures! Whether you raise cattle\, horses\, goats\, or other animals – pasture management is a key component to healthy animals and forage. \n*Learn about the importance of soil fertility for your forages\, as well as how to take soil samples. \n*Do you have pasture weeds competing with more desirable forages for soil nutrients? We will cover strategies for managing pasture weeds. \n*Is your stocking rate appropriate? Learn how this can affect the forage availability\, forage utilization and animal performance. \nThis workshop will be held in person at the Hillsborough County Cattlemen’s Association\, 6404 S County Road 39\, Plant City\, FL 33567. \nRegistration will start at 5:30pm with the program starting at 6:00pm. \nThe $10 registration fee covers educational materials and supper. Registration is required. \nPersons requiring special accommodations\, per the Americans with Disabilities Act\, must contact Allie Williams at least 10 days prior to the event. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pasture-grazing-management-seminar-2/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Cattlemen’s Association\, 6404 S County Road 39\, Plant City\, FL\, 33567\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Husbandry,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220922T192014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T192014Z
UID:22521-1666342800-1666350000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Organic Gardening Series: Propagation
DESCRIPTION:Learn where to source organic seeds\, how to grow and plant them\, and tips for propagation by cuttings! \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganically grown transplants for the garden can be difficult to find. You can grow your own and experiment with different varieties along the way. Learn where to source organic seeds\, how to grow and plant them\, and tips for propagation by cuttings. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/organic-gardening-series-propagation/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220922T191431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T191431Z
UID:22519-1665741600-1665748800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Veggie Influenza
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a class on common vegetable diseases! \n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed to educate the casual gardener about some of the most common vegetable diseases in Florida and in Manatee County. In this roughly two hour class\, participants will learn the basic biology of pathogenic organisms\, how to identify common disease symptoms\, and acquire some basic disease management skills. This workshop is not designed for professional landscapers or pesticide applicators. \nFor special accommodations\, please let us know 10 days before the class. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/veggie-influenza-2/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Invasive & Intrusive Species,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220827T002351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220827T002351Z
UID:22195-1664532000-1664539200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Bugs\, bugs\, bugs!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Workshop on Pest and Beneficial Insects. Get answers to your garden pest questions. \n\n\n\n\n\nDo you want to learn more about pest and beneficial insects? During this 2-hour class we’ll cover insect life cycles\, managements\, identification\, and more. \nFor more information\, please contact Mack Lessig at (941) 722-4524 ext. 1821 or mlessig@ufl.edu. For special accomodations\, please let us know 10 days before the class. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/bugs-bugs-bugs-4/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Invasive & Intrusive Species,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220826T210538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T210538Z
UID:22145-1664532000-1664535600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Saving Water- (Youth Program)
DESCRIPTION:Saving Water\nWhy and How Can I Make a Difference? \n\nLiving in Florida you are never too young to learn about water conservation! \n\n\n\n\n\nDid you know that not only we are surrounded by water in Florida\, but we live on top of it too? Join Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Educator\, Melissa West as we explore the water cycle\, how to reduce pollution\, and what you can do to protect our most precious resource\, WATER! \nThis youth program is geared toward ages 7 to 12. Registration is required. Space is limited and this program will cap at 20 participants. Please register just your child (children). \nAdditional Notes: This program will be held in our auditorium. It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot. We will start promptly at 10am. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/saving-water-youth-program-2/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220827T212301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220827T212301Z
UID:22213-1664474400-1664481600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Pasture & Grazing Management Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn management strategies that can help you utilize your pastures more efficiently. \n\n\n\n\n\nDescription: Grazing is the most economical way to feed livestock. \nThroughout this seminar\, you will learn how to address soil fertility\, weed management\, and grazing management for your pastures! Whether you raise cattle\, horses\, goats\, or other animals – pasture management is a key component to healthy animals and forage. \n*Learn about the importance of soil fertility for your forages\, as well as how to take soil samples. \n*Do you have pasture weeds competing with more desirable forages for soil nutrients? We will cover strategies for managing pasture weeds. \n*Is your stocking rate appropriate? Learn how this can affect the forage availability\, forage utilization and animal performance. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pasture-grazing-management-seminar/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Cattlemen’s Association\, 6404 S County Road 39\, Plant City\, FL\, 33567\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Career Paths & Enhancement,Farming,Home & Lifestyle,Husbandry,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T113000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220826T222926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T222926Z
UID:22179-1663234200-1663241400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Gardening with Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Join UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County for a conversation about using mushrooms to enhance your gardens! \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County for a conversation about using mushrooms to enhance your gardens. Not always nefarious\, fungi in the garden can be used to help build soil\, process compost and support plant health. \nPlease submit special accommodation requests to katiebg@ufl.edu at least 10 days prior to event. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/gardening-with-mushrooms-2/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220827T192742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220827T204749Z
UID:22208-1663178400-1663185600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:So You Want to Start a Farm?
DESCRIPTION:Is the farm life for you? Join us to learn what it takes to start a farm and what questions to ask before you start. \n\n\n\n\n\nDescription: Have you thought about starting a small farm in Hillsborough County? You are probably excited to jump in and get started on creating your dream farm\, but the key to a successful farm business it to plan it out first. The purpose of this workshop is to get you thinking about what it takes to start a farm. \nThis workshop is for beginner or aspiring farmers interested in starting a small farm in Hillsborough County. We will cover the factors to consider BEFORE starting your farm enterprise and send you home with resources to use as references while you plan out your farm. \nLearning Objectives: \n• Determine the factors to consider and questions to ask before starting a farm \n• Evaluate your farm idea and fill in the gaps \nParticipants will receive educational materials and a worksheet to write down your ideas on how these factors could be addressed in your farm plan. This class will be an overview of these factors with resources provided for additional information – more in-depth information will be available in future workshops. \nThere is a $10 fee and registration is required. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/so-you-want-to-start-a-farm/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Home & Lifestyle,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220525T215603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T215603Z
UID:21645-1655375400-1655382600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Rain Barrels for the Rainy Days of Summer
DESCRIPTION:Learn the proper way to use rain barrels!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn the safe and proper ways to use rain barrels to collect water from your roof gutters to help mitigate stormwater runoff and reduce potable water usage in your landscape by watering your plants with it! \nAfter the Zoom webinar you will have an opportunity to make an appointment to purchase your own rain barrel and bag of some of the parts you’ll need to install it for $30 plus tax. \n>>> WEBINAR REGISTRATION
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/rain-barrels-for-the-rainy-days-of-summer-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220426T211401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T211512Z
UID:21567-1653415200-1653420600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Soil School for Pasture
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the important considerations for the forage foundation of your pasture.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nDescription: Learn about soil testing\, soil types\, pH\, calculating fertilizer rates\, and more; all important to the forage foundation for your pasture! \nProgram Topics: \n*soil & tissue testing \n*pH and interaction with forage plants \n*types of soil \n*N-P-K \n*Determining fertilizer rates \nThis workshop will be held in person in the Conference Center at our office\, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. Masks are recommended but not required. \nThis is a FREE workshop. \n*Space is limited to the first 40 paid participants. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/soil-school-for-pasture/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Animals & Pets,Farming,Husbandry,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220425T201248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T202444Z
UID:21546-1652436000-1652443200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Gardening 101: 5 Easy Herbs
DESCRIPTION:Florida’s climate and soils can be challenging\, but these herbs will set you up for gardening and culinary success.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County to learn about five easy herbs for beginners to propagate and grow. Florida’s climate and soils can be challenging\, but these herbs will set you up for gardening and culinary success. Class fee $5. \nIn person at the Demonstration Garden at the Extension office (1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL 34221) \nPlease email special accommodation requests to katiebg@ufl.edu at least 10 days prior to event. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/gardening-101-5-easy-herbs/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Herbs,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T193000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220425T204635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T204635Z
UID:21554-1652292000-1652297400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Raising Laying Hens Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to maintain a flock and sell eggs\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nDescription: Learn how to maintain a healthy\, egg-laying flock\, and how to comply with regulations to sell eggs! \nAgenda: \n1. Troubleshooting Egg Production \n2. Flock Health & Biosecurity \n3. Requirements to Sell Eggs \nThis workshop will be held in person in the Conference Center at our office\, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. Masks are recommended but not required. \nThere is a $5 fee for this workshop which includes a meal and educational materials. \n*Space is limited to the first 40 paid participants. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/raising-laying-hens-workshop/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals & Pets,Farming,Food & Cooking,Husbandry,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220425T200843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T200843Z
UID:21544-1651831200-1651838400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Gardening 101: Good Bug\, Bad Bug?
DESCRIPTION:Join UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County to meet the bugs you need to know for success in your landscape. New to gardening in Florida? We have the info you need to be successful. This class will cover common beneficial insects and pests of Florida gardens. Be prepared to get up close and personal with live insects. \nPlease submit special accommodation requests to katiebg@ufl.edu at least 10 days prior to event. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/gardening-101-good-bug-bad-bug-2/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="Manatee County Extension":MAILTO:manatee@ifas.ufl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220415T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220404T182625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T205145Z
UID:21421-1650020400-1650025800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Gardening with Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Join UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County for a conversation about using mushrooms to enhance your gardens!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County for a conversation about using mushrooms to enhance your gardens. Not always nefarious\, fungi in the garden can be used to help build soil\, process compost and support plant health. Participants have the option to take home a block of ready to grow mushrooms. \nNotes – Please select only one of the available ticket options. The fee for each ticket type is included in the ticket type description. Be prepared to be outdoors working in the garden. Class will be in the Barbara Davis Educational Gardens located just south of the main office\, we will have signs directing you. \nPlease submit special accommodation requests to katiebg@ufl.edu at least 10 days prior to event. \nBUY TICKETS
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/gardening-with-mushrooms/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220327T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220327T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220307T232923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T232923Z
UID:21329-1648371600-1648382400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Mobile Plant Clinic - Robinson Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Master Gardener Volunteer Mobile Plant Clinic\nat Robinson Preserve \nVisit our mobile plant clinic located at Robinson Preserve\, 1704 99th St NW\, Bradenton. Hours are 9AM – 12PM. \nPlease meet at the South Entrance near the picnic pavilions. Master Gardener Volunteers are available to share their horticulture knowledge and assist with plant questions. We’ve Got a Good Thing Growing!
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/mobile-plant-clinic-robinson-preserve/
LOCATION:ROBINSON PRESERVE\, 1704 99th Street Northwest\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Herbs,Local Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20220305T235100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220305T235253Z
UID:21268-1647165600-1647172800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Beekeeping:\nA Hobby with Sweet Rewards ~ Part 2 \n\n\n\nThis is part two of a three part series!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis program will cover what it takes to get started in this amazing hobby with a focus on the equipment and tools necessary for beekeeping. We will review the components of the “modern” bee hive\, the tools used by beekeepers\, and demystify the seemingly countless number of paraphernalia available for the hobbyist beekeeping. \nIn addition we will discuss the proper locations for beehives and explain Florida’s rules and guidelines. \nAgenda: \n\nHistory and Components of the Modern Bee Hive\nReview of Equipment needed to Get Started\nAcquiring Honey Bees\nTypical hive throughout the year’s changing seasons\nConsiderations about equipment\, hive set-up\, and location\nWhere to get your first bees & how to put them in the hive\n\nInstructor: Robert Burkard\, President of the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve’s Beekeepers Club \nAdditional Notes: This program will be held in our auditorium. It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot\, and there is a 2-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the auditorium. Follow signs to the auditorium. \nREGISTER HERE \nRegister for Part 3 on Saturday April 9th here! 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/intro-to-beekeeping/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20210625T212337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T212337Z
UID:19797-1627468200-1627473600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Rain Barrels for the Rainy Days of Summer
DESCRIPTION:The massive summer rains we experience can cause a lot of headaches in the form of stormwater runoff. Learn more about the issue and how you can help to manage stormwater runoff in your own yard by incorporating rain barrels to use for landscape irrigation. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/rain-barrels-for-the-rainy-days-of-summer/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Energy Topics,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Herbs,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20201015T203840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T203840Z
UID:18222-1604059200-1604062800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Tree Care Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Tree Care Webinar Series \nJoin Manatee County’s Residential Horticulture Extension Agent for a series of webinars focused on community tree care. Trees are incredibly important for our personal and environmental health. This series will cover; selection and planting\, establishment and maintenance and pruning.    \nOctober 30 @ 12PM – To register: Selection and Planting \nNovember 6 @ 12PM – To register: Establishment and Maintenance \nNovember 13 @ 12PM – To register: Pruning
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/tree-care-webinar-series/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Native Flora & Fauna,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20201015T203840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T203840Z
UID:18222-1604059200-1604062800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Tree Care Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Tree Care Webinar Series \nJoin Manatee County’s Residential Horticulture Extension Agent for a series of webinars focused on community tree care. Trees are incredibly important for our personal and environmental health. This series will cover; selection and planting\, establishment and maintenance and pruning.    \nOctober 30 @ 12PM – To register: Selection and Planting \nNovember 6 @ 12PM – To register: Establishment and Maintenance \nNovember 13 @ 12PM – To register: Pruning
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/tree-care-webinar-series/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Native Flora & Fauna,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20201015T203840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T203840Z
UID:18222-1604059200-1604062800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Tree Care Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Tree Care Webinar Series \nJoin Manatee County’s Residential Horticulture Extension Agent for a series of webinars focused on community tree care. Trees are incredibly important for our personal and environmental health. This series will cover; selection and planting\, establishment and maintenance and pruning.    \nOctober 30 @ 12PM – To register: Selection and Planting \nNovember 6 @ 12PM – To register: Establishment and Maintenance \nNovember 13 @ 12PM – To register: Pruning
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/tree-care-webinar-series/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Native Flora & Fauna,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T193000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20201015T202836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T202836Z
UID:18218-1603389600-1603395000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Beekeeping Basics
DESCRIPTION:Beekeeping Basics\nIn-Person Presentation \nDo you want to start beekeeping to keep the honey bee population healthier? This workshop will discuss the basic tools and provide information needed to start up beekeeping. There will be a Q&A session at the end to clarify individual situations and/or questions. A nominal registration fee of $20 helps cover expenses of the in-person training. \nRegistration is required.  Register here.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/beekeeping-basics-2/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Crafts & Hobbies,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20200926T210629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200926T211028Z
UID:18101-1602075600-1602079200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:ZOOM: Invasives in the Home Landscape Series
DESCRIPTION:Please see registration links below for a UF/IFAS Master Gardener webinar series on common invasive plant species in the home landscape. \nWhen: Oct 7\, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Introduction to Invasive Plants \nJoin our Master Gardener Volunteers for a new class series. Invasive plants threaten our natural areas and biodiversity. Find out how and why plants are classified as invasive and what resources are available for determining species that pose risks. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QHuniY9RRY2J8M9ibRRNBA \n  \nWhen: Oct 14\, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Invasive Plants in the Home Landscape \nJoin our Master Gardener Volunteers for the second installment of our invasive plants series. Many commonly available landscape plants are\, in fact\, invasive. Learn how to spot these before you buy and meet some Florida-Friendly alternatives \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nj47KJZDSz6IFY3rgZ-TSA \n  \nWhen: Oct 21\, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Taking Control of Invasive Plants \nJoin our Master Gardener Volunteers for the conclusion to our invasive plants series. Learn about options for control and eradication\, as well as resources including community association funding. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hlOvM24QSTG_POh0CPmo_Q
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/zoom-invasives-in-the-home-landscape-series/
LOCATION:IN YOUR HOME\, YOUR FAVORITE PLACE\, ANYWHERE
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Invasive & Intrusive Species,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20200926T210629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200926T211028Z
UID:18101-1602075600-1602079200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:ZOOM: Invasives in the Home Landscape Series
DESCRIPTION:Please see registration links below for a UF/IFAS Master Gardener webinar series on common invasive plant species in the home landscape. \nWhen: Oct 7\, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Introduction to Invasive Plants \nJoin our Master Gardener Volunteers for a new class series. Invasive plants threaten our natural areas and biodiversity. Find out how and why plants are classified as invasive and what resources are available for determining species that pose risks. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QHuniY9RRY2J8M9ibRRNBA \n  \nWhen: Oct 14\, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Invasive Plants in the Home Landscape \nJoin our Master Gardener Volunteers for the second installment of our invasive plants series. Many commonly available landscape plants are\, in fact\, invasive. Learn how to spot these before you buy and meet some Florida-Friendly alternatives \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nj47KJZDSz6IFY3rgZ-TSA \n  \nWhen: Oct 21\, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Taking Control of Invasive Plants \nJoin our Master Gardener Volunteers for the conclusion to our invasive plants series. Learn about options for control and eradication\, as well as resources including community association funding. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hlOvM24QSTG_POh0CPmo_Q
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/zoom-invasives-in-the-home-landscape-series/
LOCATION:IN YOUR HOME\, YOUR FAVORITE PLACE\, ANYWHERE
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Invasive & Intrusive Species,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260710T215306
CREATED:20200926T210629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200926T211028Z
UID:18101-1602075600-1602079200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:ZOOM: Invasives in the Home Landscape Series
DESCRIPTION:Please see registration links below for a UF/IFAS Master Gardener webinar series on common invasive plant species in the home landscape. \nWhen: Oct 7\, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Introduction to Invasive Plants \nJoin our Master Gardener Volunteers for a new class series. Invasive plants threaten our natural areas and biodiversity. Find out how and why plants are classified as invasive and what resources are available for determining species that pose risks. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QHuniY9RRY2J8M9ibRRNBA \n  \nWhen: Oct 14\, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Invasive Plants in the Home Landscape \nJoin our Master Gardener Volunteers for the second installment of our invasive plants series. Many commonly available landscape plants are\, in fact\, invasive. Learn how to spot these before you buy and meet some Florida-Friendly alternatives \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nj47KJZDSz6IFY3rgZ-TSA \n  \nWhen: Oct 21\, 2020 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: Taking Control of Invasive Plants \nJoin our Master Gardener Volunteers for the conclusion to our invasive plants series. Learn about options for control and eradication\, as well as resources including community association funding. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://ufl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hlOvM24QSTG_POh0CPmo_Q
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/zoom-invasives-in-the-home-landscape-series/
LOCATION:IN YOUR HOME\, YOUR FAVORITE PLACE\, ANYWHERE
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Invasive & Intrusive Species,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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