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SUMMARY:EPC Clean Air Fair 2024
DESCRIPTION:Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission is holding its Clean Air Fair at Poe Plaza in Downtown Tampa. The fair includes community exhibits\, prize drawings and complimentary refreshments. Tampa Audubon will have a booth at the fair.  \nFor details\, go to https://www.epchc.org/divisions/air/clean-air-fair
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/epc-clean-air-fair-2024/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Concerts,Conservation & Ecology,Exhibits,Festivals & Fairs,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Kids & Families,Local Community,Photography,Pollution
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SUMMARY:Wild Florida 101- Recording Nature
DESCRIPTION:This series explores the wonderful and wild animals that call Florida home. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/wild-florida-101-recording-nature/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Arts, Music & Literature,Birds & Birding,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Wildlife,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Composting Workshop on ZOOM
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nLearn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County and \nLearn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nWe will conduct this Composting workshop online\, via Zoom. No additional software or extra computer skills are necessary – just click to join! \nCity of Tampa residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \n>>> REGISTRATION <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/composting-workshop-13-5/2024-05-04/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T093000
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SUMMARY:Microirrigation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nLearn how you can have healthy and attractive landscape beds while conserving water. This irrigation method not only conserves water\, but is not limited by current water restrictions as is traditional in-ground irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a microirrigation kit after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 kit per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \n>>> REGISTRATION <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/microirrigation-workshop-14-5/2024-05-04/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Compost Happens Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDue to COVID-19 \, we will conduct a special COMPOST HAPPENS workshop online\, via Zoom. No additional software or extra computer skills are necessary – just click to join! A link for joining the workshop will be provided to registrants via email the day prior\, with product pick-up to occur on Saturday\, February 6\, 2021 between the hours of 12 – 2 p.m. or by special arrangement\, if needed. \nBe sure to look for the other workshops in our Triple Workshop Series: \nMICROIRRIGATION 2-5-21 \nOnline registration and more information: \n RAINWATER HARVESTING  2-6-21 \nOnline registration and more information: \nFor your convenience\, these workshops are offered monthly and may be taken individually\, with no requirement to take consecutively or all together. \nClosed captioned for the hearing impaired. \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County residents only. \nPLEASE NOTE: There is a non-refundable $5.00 registration fee per workshop/household. If\, upon registration\, our records indicate you or someone in your household or at your address has previously attended\, you will be ineligible to attend and the registration fee will not be refunded\, nor can the fee be credited toward a future workshop or transferred to another party.  \nTHURSDAY\, February 4\, 2021 – 11:00 A.M. TO 12 P.M. – COMPOSTING: Learn to turn trash into treasure! Hillsborough County residents will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \n***Registrants will receive an emailed Zoom link to access the Webinar the day before the program. *If you do not receive the ZOOM link\, please check your SPAM folder for an email from Starling Morris (MorrisSA@hillsboroughcounty.org). If no link is received\, please contact Starling at 813-744-5519 Ext 54127 for assistance. \nSponsored by UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County\, Public Utilities\, University of Florida/IFAS\, Tampa Bay Water and the Tampa Water Department. \n***Reminder: If our records indicate you attended a workshop in the past\, you will not be permitted to re-attend and your registration fee will not be refunded\, is non-transferable\, and may not be credited toward a future workshop.*** \nAttending a workshop on behalf of another person is not permitted. No photographs or recording of presentations is allowed without prior permission from the presenter(s). \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/compost-happens-workshop-2/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Bay Friendly Landscaping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn to create a landscape that is beautiful and provides valuable ecosystem services in our Bay Friendly Landscaping class. This class will focus on selecting plants that are low maintenance and are adapted to the extreme conditions that we have here in Florida\, including sandy soil\, high winds\, drought\, and flooding. These will help protect Tampa Bay by reducing fertilizers\, pesticides\, and irrigation. Proper plant selection can also help the environment by providing habitat for wildlife and reduce your costs associated with landscape maintenance. This class will be held in person and attendees will receive a hard copy of the “Plant This\, Not That” book. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519. \n***The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices\, please contact: Tia Silvasy\, tsilvasy@ufl.edu\, 813-744-5519\, at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/bay-friendly-landscaping-workshop/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Clean Water,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T105721
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T175828Z
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SUMMARY:Compost Happens!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Compost Awareness Week with us! The indoor portion of the class covers compost basics and tips followed by the outdoor\, hands-on portion in the garden where you’ll experience with your own hands what it takes to manage a compost bin. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nAccessibility: \nThe University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices\, please contact our office at (941) 722-4524 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/compost-happens-2/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T220000
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SUMMARY:Sidewalk Astronomy
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us under the stars for a night of good eating and great observing!\nWe have partnered with the Local Group of Deep Sky Observers (LGDSO) to bring Sidewalk Astronomy to The Bishop. At this free event\, you’ll get to see astronomical objects through powerful telescopes! You’ll even have a chance to win four FREE tickets to the Bradenton Marauders May 11th Space Night at LECOM Field! \nWe’ve also partnered with the FEWD Taco Tent and the Edible Cookie Dough Café for you to enjoy a bite to eat while observing the universe. Drinks\, including beer\, wine\, soda\, and water\, will be available for purchase. \nIn addition to telescopes and tacos\, you’ll have a chance to see the Planetarium show To Space and Back at 8\, 8:45\, and 9:30pm for just $3.00 per person. \nClick the link below to register for this event and stay up to date on all Sidewalk Astronomy events at The Bishop. \nThis event is weather-dependent. Updates regarding cancellation will be sent to the email addresses attached to the registration. \n Click Here to Register for Sidewalk Astronomy\n\nWhen: Friday\, May 10\, from 7:30 to 10pm \nWhere: The Bishop’s Riverside Plaza\, located on the corner of 10th Street W and 1st Avenue W. \nCost: Observing is free. The Planetarium show is $3 per person. Food and drink\, including beer and wine\, will be available for purchase. \nPlease note: This event is weather-dependent. Updates regarding cancellation will be sent to the email addresses attached to the registration. The main museum and manatee habitat will be closed during this event. The only animals allowed onsite are service animals.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/sidewalk-astronomy/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy & Sky Watching,Crafts & Hobbies,Food & Cooking,Home & Lifestyle,Kids & Families,Local Community,Science & Technology,Space Exploration,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T143000
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SUMMARY:FFL 101: Putting Florida Back Into Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 11\, 2024\, 10:00 am – 2:30 pm. Doors will open at 9am so that you can tour the Bette S. Walker Discovery Garden. \nOpen to CITY OF TAMPA AND HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY RESIDENTS/ EMPLOYEES ONLY. \nWe will conduct this Florida Friendly Landscaping™ workshop in person only at the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, Florida 33584. \nThis year’s FFL 101 theme is ‘Putting Florida Back Into Your Garden’. Our speakers will help you face the changes and challenges in your Florida landscape. Presentations include expert guidance on: \n1. native plants \n2. how to prune native plants \n3. healthy soils in urban landscapes \n4. Tampa Bay Water Community Water Wise Awards program \nThere is a $10.00 fee per person attending for lunch. Workshop giveaways will be provided to attendees on the date of the event: one goodie bag per household containing educational materials and water efficiency items. \nP LEASE NOTE: The $10.00 fee is non-refundable. Registration per attendee is required. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nAttending the workshop on behalf of another person is not permitted. \nClosed captioning for the hearing impaired is available if requested. \nThe University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices\, please contact Lynn Barber (see contact information below) at least one week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \nQuestions? Contact: Julia Palaschak\, City of Tampa Water Department\, 813-274-5912\, julia.palaschak@tampagov.net or \nLynn Barber\, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County\, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54105\, barberl@hillsboroughcounty.org.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/ffl-101-putting-florida-back-into-your-garden/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Picnics & Lunches,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T150000
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SUMMARY:Landscape Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join UF Professor Dr. Gail Hansen to learn all about Sustainable Landscape Design for your Florida yard.\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 14 at 9am (1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL) \n$25 per person; scholarships available\, email Alyssa Vinson at alyvinson@ufl.edu for more information. \nAgenda: \n9:00 – Gathering Information \n\nSite Inventory and analysis\nClient Interview\nSelecting a style theme\nFlorida-Friendly styles\n\n10:00 – Plant selection \n\nEcology- right plant\, right place\nFunction\nAesthetics- texture\, form\, and color\n\n12:00 – Lunch-On Your Own \n1:00 – Landscape Design Principles \n2:00 – Worksheets \n\nSelecting plants for a landscape\nDesign Practice\n\n3:00 – Adjourn \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nSpecial Accommodations: \nThe University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices\, please contact our office at (941) 722-4524 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/landscape-design-workshop/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T130000
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SUMMARY:Backyard Composting on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County residents/employees only. \nBACKYARD COMPOSTING: Learn to turn trash into treasure! Hillsborough County residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nSince you are attending this workshop on Zoom\, you will need to make an appointment with our receptionist at 813-744-5519 to come in and pick up your items. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n  \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-composting-on-zoom/2024-05-15/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T120000
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SUMMARY:Irrigation Design 101
DESCRIPTION:Join Brian J Rigney\, Program Assistant\, as he discusses the basics of great irrigation design. Learn helpful information for installing your new or retrofitted in-ground irrigation system! This class satisfies the irrigation educational class requirement for the Manatee County Outdoor Water Conservation Rebate Program. \n>>> WEBINAR REGISTRATION <<< \nAdditional Information: \nContact Mr. Rigney (941) 722-4524 X 1828 for further class information. Minimum class size required or class will be cancelled and registered attendees will be notified. \nFor further information on the Outdoor Water Rebate Program\, contact: Manatee County Utility Department – Tina (941) 792-8811 X 5327 or tina.moutoux@mymanatee.org \nBook your FREE irrigation and landscape evaluation with the Mobile Irrigation Lab (MIL). Call (941) 722-4524 X 1828 to sign up today. \nSpecial Accommodations: \nThe University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices\, please contact Brian Rigney at BrianRigney@ufl.edu or (941) 722-4524 at least one week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/irrigation-design-101-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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