UGA Cooperative Extension is a collaboration between UGA CAES and UGA FACS.

UGA Extension Office

Events & Classes

Farmers Markets

Buy fresh produce from your local farmers! Visit the websites for more information.

  • Braselton Town Green 9924 Davis Street, Braselton.
  • Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, 1400 Killian Hill Road, Lilburn.
  • Peachtree Corners Town Center, 5200 Town Center Blvd, Peachtree Corners.
  • Snellville Towne Green, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville.
  • The Landing, 4985 W. Broad St. NE, Sugar Hill
  • Suwanee Town Square, 330 Town Center Avenue, Suwanee.
  • Winder (Barrow County) 15 Porter Street, Winder

***These webinars provide 1 hour of continuing education credit toward the 10 hours that MGEVs are required to complete each year.

Turf Diseases in Georgia 

May 7, 2026, 6-7pm. 

In this session Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will discuss common diseases in fescue, zoysia, and Bermuda and to a lesser extent, centipede and St. Augustine. Learn how climate factors influence disease cycles, and gain confidence using science-based methods for identifying diseases and developing accurate treatment plans. Explore Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies, evaluate how well cultural controls work, and learn how healthy soil supports a strong, resilient canopy. 

**Attendance qualifies for one credit hour of continuing education (CEU) toward your Georgia Department of Agriculture Pesticide License in Category 24 (Ornamental and Turf Pest Control) as well as master gardener continuing education credit. 

Click here to register or send us an email.


Succulents and Cacti

Wednesday, May 8th / 12:00pm-1:00pm

The possibilities are endless when it comes to growing succulents and cacti. Whether you are a novice or expert grower there is a succulent or cacti for you. Come learn about all of these fun varieties and how to care for them in this inspiring class.  Join us in person or online. 

Online: Click here to register or send us an email.

In-Person: Click here to register or send us an email.


Bizarre Bugs from Around the World

Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 12-1pm. 

Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett introduce you to some of the oddest insects on the planet! From bugs that glow and dance to creatures with unbelievable shapes, colors, and survival tricks, you’ll meet a lineup of truly mind-boggling bugs and discover what makes them so wonderfully bizarre. Packed with fascinating facts, this session is perfect for anyone curious about the strange critters that crawl, fly, and hide all around us. Come celebrate the weird, we guarantee you’ll never look at insects the same way again! Click here to register, or send us an email


Georgia Green Landscape Stewards-Water Conservation

Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6-7pm. 

Learn how to create a beautiful, water-wise landscape that thrives in Georgia’s sometimes challenging climate. Learn to understand Georgia’s weather and rainfall patterns so you can put the right plant in the right place, and the best times to plant them. There will be tips for grouping species with similar water needs and you’ll learn proper watering techniques, smarter irrigation strategies, and simple ways to conserve water while keeping your plants healthy and vibrant. Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett help guide you toward your Georgia Green Landscape Stewards certification or just learn a little more about having a resilient, sustainable yard.  Click here to register, or send us an email


Georgia Green Landscape Stewards: Native Plants and Low Maintenance Landscapes

Thursday, June 4, 2026, 6-7pm

Learn how to create beautiful, resilient Georgia landscapes using native plants and smart, low‑maintenance.  Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will explore plant choices that thrive in our climate, simple strategies to reduce yard work, and practical ways to support pollinators and wildlife at home. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.  Click here to register, or send us an email


Native American Medicinal Plants

Tuesday, June 30, 12-1pm.

Explore the rich traditions behind Native American medicinal plants.   Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will highlight key species, their cultural significance, a breakdown in regional significance and the ecological roles they play across the Southeast and other regions of the US.  This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit.  Click here to register, or send us an email


The Long History of the Southern Magnolia

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 6-7pm

Learn about the long and fascinating history of the southern magnolia, one of the South’s most iconic native trees.  We’ll explore its cultural symbolism, ecological importance, and the role it has played in southern landscapes for generations. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will teach about its ancient origins, to its place in today’s gardens. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.


Intro to Adopt a Stream with guest host Garret Dufty of Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful

Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 12-1pm

Learn how to protect Georgia’s waterways with this introduction to the Adopt‑A‑Stream program.  Participants will learn how volunteers monitor water quality, identify pollution sources, and support healthier streams across Gwinnett County and beyond. This session will be led by guest host Garret Dufty of Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful, who will explain the program’s purpose, tools, and simple steps to get involved. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.


Great Southeast Pollinator Census Update

Thursday, July 30, 2026, 6-7pm

Join us for this update on the Great Southeast Pollinator Census, packed with fresh insights for gardeners, educators, and community science volunteers.  We’ll review what the program is, how to participate, this year’s trends, and explore what the data reveals about pollinator health in Georgia. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will lead the session, answer questions and share practical takeaways to help prepare for the upcoming count. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email


Kokedama Workshop

Thursday, July 16, 2026  12-1pm

Explore the Japanese art of kokedama! Nicole Caldwell will guide you through the history and care of this beautiful botanical craft. In-person attendees will create their own kokedama to take home. Moss and plant included.  

Online: Click here to register, or send us an email.

In-person: Click here to register, or send us an email


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