Have food preservation questions?Join UC Master Food Preservers online for a free live conversation rooted in safety and a culture of prevention. Bring your questions about canning, freezing, dehydrating, fermenting, and more. This is more than a one-way Q&A. It is a chance to swap stories, compare notes…
Join Kitty Oppliger, UCCE Central Sierra's Community Nutrition & Health Advisor and RYT 200 Yoga Instructor, for a family-friendly yoga session in the garden. This free workshop features mindful movement for ALL bodies--no equipment required!
Join Santa Barbara Master Gardeners in a workshop on:Summer Pruning of Fruit Trees We will cover how to control fruit tree size, manage tree health, and control fruit quality.The event will begin with a tool-sharpening demonstration from 9:30 - 10:00 am, followed by the presentation and hands-on summer…
The UCCE Tuolumne County Master Gardeners Open Garden Days are held on the first Saturday of the month, from February through November, rain or shine. The Demonstration Garden is located at 251 S. Barretta Street in Sonora, (Cassina High School Campus.) We have a wonderful time every year sharing…
The explosion of color and abundance continues to delight in the garden. At the moment, we especially recommend a visit to the Catalpa tree currently in bloom behind Tony's Teahouse near the succulent garden, scenting the area with its heavenly fragrance. Catalpa trees typically flower in late spring…
Learn practical, research-based methods for preserving garlic bulbs and seasonal garlic scapes at home. In this one-hour class, participants will explore safe techniques for curing (drying), dehydrating, and pickling garlic to help extend storage life and maintain flavor and quality. Frank Voelz of…
Learn safe ways to preserve peaches, plums, and apricots with fruit butters, compotes, BBQ sauce, and more.Go beyond jam and discover creative, research-based ways to preserve summer stone fruit at home. In this one-hour online class, participants will explore safe methods for preserving peaches, plums, and…
Join Santa Barbara Master Gardeners in a workshop on:Garden Irrigation. We will cover hands-on demonstrations, automated low-maintenance systems, simple design approaches, and DIY installation and maintenance techniques.Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10 am - 12 pm.Mesa Harmony Garden
Join Master Gardeners in a Garden Talk on Accessible - Adaptive Gardening. We will cover how to enjoy gardening regardless of limitations and how to adapt to your needs, abilities, and preferences. June 1, 2026 | 7:00PM to 8:00PM.This is a free online event.
Join Master Gardeners in a garden workshop at the Santa Maria Public Library on Backyard Composting We will cover why we should compost, how it works, what materials are needed, methods and their pros and cons, the do's and don'ts, and troubleshooting issues. May 23, 2026 | 11AM to…
