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If you are interested in the 2027 Master Gardener training, please click the link below to register for a virtual information session. 

You must attend an info session to receive an application :

September 2, 2026 at 12 p.m.

September 16, 2026 at 12 p.m.

September 24, 2026 at 12 p.m.

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What is UGA Extension?

The University of Georgia (UGA) Exension office operates through a unique partnership with local county governments, the state of Georgia and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. We translate the science of everyday living for farmers, families, and communities to foster a healthy and prosperous DeKalb county.
 
For more than a century, we've provided research-based education through a network of committed specialists, agents and volunteers to help Georgians learn, grow and do more. 

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Our regular office hours are 8:30 am- 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. These hours are subject to change during holidays. 

We strive to get back to you as soon as possible. Please allow 24 hours for a response to your e-mail or voice message.


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Upcoming Events

  • Sep 3 Eastanollee Cannery Workshop - Vegetable Soup - 4pm-6:30pm Learn the basics of canning safely and get hands-on experience using the Eastanollee Cannery. Each date has 2 identical sessions: 10am-12:30pm and 4pm-6:30pm. Choose the session that works best for your schedule. Registration is REQUIRED and can be done online or by calling 706-677-6230. In this class we'll can VEGETABLE SOUP.
    • Eastanollee, GA - (77.0 Miles)
  • Sep 4 Credits and Coffee: Keeping on Target Grab a cup of coffee, a biscuit, and earn some pesticide credits. 1 CEU in Categories: 10 (Private), 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 & 31 Presentation: Keeping on Target
    • Meansville, GA - (51.0 Miles)
  • Sep 4 A Taste of Wellness- Food Talk and Walk UGA Extension Forsyth County is excited to announce a new educational program: A Taste of Wellness at the Halcyon in Alpharetta. Designed to prevent and control diabetes through low-impact movement, healthy eating education, and social connection, this 12-week program utilizes the Big Creek Greenway for scenic, shaded walks and ends right in the heart of Halcyon. Guided by FACS Agent and nutrition expert Dr. Roshan Ramlal, this program is designed to help you lose/maintain weight, de-stress, and tweak your diet to align with your health goals (and yes, leashed pups are welcome!). Cost $0. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. When: Friday, August 7, 2026, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (10 min education, 45 minutes walking) Where: Starts and finishes at Halcyon (Meet at the Big Creek Greenway parking lot, across from Halcyon, near Dogtopia) What to bring: Water bottle
    • Alpharetta, GA - (24.0 Miles)

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