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Events Calendar

Events Happening in DeKalb County

May 22 So You Think You Want Bees Join Pike County Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, Brooklyne Wassel to find out if bees are right for you. This class will cover information like budget, equipment, and expectations associated with getting started with beekeeping. This is a free, virtual session. Register to receive the zoom meeting link.

Nearby Events

Apr 20 - Apr 22 NE/NW Junior Rally (6th - 8th Grades) Dahlonega, GA - (59.0 miles) Junior 4-H members in grades 6 - 8 enjoy attending ropes course challenges, workshops, community service projects, a talent show, dance, and a glow in the dark Easter egg hunt!
Apr 20 Garden Faire Alpharetta, GA - (19.0 miles) The North Fulton Master Gardener Extension Volunteers present the 23rd annual Garden Faire on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (rain or shine). In partnership with the City of Alpharetta, Garden Faire 2024 will be held at The Grove at Wills Park (175 Roswell St, Alpharetta, GA 30009). There will be something for everyone! Vendors with garden accessories and tools, a wide variety of plants, including natives, heirloom plants and vegetables, herb and cut flower starts, and the popular “Pass-Along-Plant-Sale” featuring thousands of plants from the Master Gardeners’ own gardens. Other attractions include speakers, a Children’s Corner, the Fleatique, the popular Ask-a-Master Gardener Booth, delicious food and much more. Admission is free and proceeds from Garden Faire will provide scholarships and benefit community education efforts and project gardens supported by the North Fulton Master Gardener Extension volunteer organization.
Apr 20 Master Gardener Extension Volunteer (MGEV) Spring Plant Sale (Earth Day 2024) Fayetteville, GA - (22.0 miles) In celebration of Earth Day, the Fayette County MGEVs will host their Plant Sale at the Fayette County Extension Education Garden! The MGEVs will also host a Plant Clinic, provide information on the Education Garden, and have Master Gardener Extension Volunteers (MGEVs) onsite to answer questions. "Make Everyday Earth Day".
Apr 22 - Apr 23 Georgia 4-H Area Poultry Judging Contest - Gordon Calhoun, GA - (64.0 miles) 4-H event
Apr 22 Green Cleaning: Make and Take Class Ellijay, GA - (68.0 miles) Join Gilmer County Extension for a fun afternoon of learning how to make non-toxic, eco-friendly cleaning products. Participants receive a room spray and an all purpose cleaner to take home.
Apr 23 GROWING SWEET POTATOES Fayetteville, GA - (22.0 miles) Sweet Potatoes are a nutritious root vegetable that has become a staple in many homes. Tom Bonnell will discuss how to grow sweet potatoes and plant care requirements, insect/disease management, and harvesting your sweet potato crop.