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.
Bulbs for Georgia Gardens
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6-7pm.
Discover the best bulbs for reliable color and easy success in Georgia’s climate. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will cover top performers for sun and shade, planting tips for our clay soils, and simple ways to create long‑lasting seasonal displays. Learn practical, region‑specific guidance perfect for homeowners, gardeners, and landscape enthusiasts. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Back From the Dead! Can Science Resurrect Extinct Plants?
August 27, 2026, 6-7pm
Join us for a dive into the cutting‑edge science exploring whether extinct plants can be revived and restored. We’ll look at real research efforts, the genetics behind de‑extinction, and what these breakthroughs could mean for conservation and future ecosystems. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will discuss the fascinating possibilities and limitations of bringing lost plant species back to life using modern science. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Where do all the bugs go in winter?
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 12-1pm.
Learn all about the hidden winter strategies bugs use to survive the cold. We’ll uncover where they hide, how they adapt, and why these seasonal behaviors matter for Georgia’s ecosystems and home landscapes. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will break down the science in a fun, accessible way perfect for gardeners, nature lovers, and curious learners. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Houseplant Academy: Kokedama Workshop, Take 2! (In-Person)
Wednesday, September 9th, 12-1PM
Missed the first kokedama class? Don’t worry, Nicole Caldwell has you covered with this second installment of the popular workshop. Learn how to create and care for these unique moss-ball plant displays. In-person attendees can make their own to take home with all materials provided.
Registration is required.
$10/person, please call 678.377.4010 to register and to make the payment.
Houseplant Academy: Kokedama Workshop, Take 2! (Online)
Wednesday, September 9th, 12-1PM
Missed the first kokedama class? Don’t worry, Nicole Caldwell has you covered with this second installment of the popular workshop. Learn how to create and care for these unique moss-ball plant displays. Click here to register or send us an email.
Wild Harvesting in GA- Native plants used for natural dyes & inks
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 12-1pm.
Discover how native plants like black walnut, goldenrod, pokeberry, sumac and more have been traditionally harvested and transformed into richly hued dyes for fiber arts. Dr. Holly Campbell with University of Georgia’s Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources will help you learn safe, ethical foraging practices, see real dye results on different fibers, and explore simple, accessible techniques for turning local plants into beautiful, usable color. Perfect for anyone curious about natural dyeing, wild harvesting. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Fall Vegetable Gardening
Thursday, September 24, 2026 6-7pm.
Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett jump‑start your cool‑season harvest with this practical, southeast focused webinar on fall vegetable gardening. Learn the best crops, when to plant them, and simple steps for soil prep and pest management so your garden thrives well past summer. Great for anyone curious about fall crops or season extension. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Weirdest Insects in the World!
Tuesday, October 6, 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! This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Houseplant Academy: Succulent and Wildcrafting Pumpkin Workshop (In-Person)
Thursday, October 8th, 12-1PM
Celebrate the autumn season by crafting a wild, earthy masterpiece at our Succulent and Wildcrafting Pumpkin Workshop! This hands-on session combines the vibrant beauty of living succulents with natural elements gathered straight from the woods. You will learn how to design an uncarved heirloom pumpkin topped with a lush arrangement of plants, wild pinecones, dried seed pods, colorful autumn leaves, and rich forest mosses. Because the pumpkin is never carved, your unique, woodland-inspired centerpiece will remain fresh for months, and the succulents can be replanted afterward to grow for years to come. Small pumpkins provided--sizes will vary depending on availability.
Registration is required.
$20/person, please call 678.377.4010 to register and to make the payment.
Houseplant Academy: Succulent and Wildcrafting Pumpkin Workshop (Online)
Thursday, October 8th, 12-1PM
Celebrate the autumn season by crafting a wild, earthy masterpiece at our Succulent and Wildcrafting Pumpkin Workshop! This hands-on session combines the vibrant beauty of living succulents with natural elements gathered straight from the woods. You will learn how to design an uncarved heirloom pumpkin topped with a lush arrangement of plants, wild pinecones, dried seed pods, colorful autumn leaves, and rich forest mosses. Because the pumpkin is never carved, your unique, woodland-inspired centerpiece will remain fresh for months, and the succulents can be replanted afterward to grow for years to come. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Moles, Voles and Rodents Oh MY!
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6-7pm.
Discover those furry creatures who tunnel, nibble, and wreak havoc in your house, lawn and garden! Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will teach you how to identify these small mammals, their biology and habitat needs and explore effective, research‑based strategies to exclude and prevent damage around your home and landscape. Perfect for homeowners, gardeners, and anyone ready to reclaim their yard from underground troublemakers. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Edible Ornamentals in the Home Garden with Dr. Heather Kirk-Ballard, UGA College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 12-1pm.
This webinar introduces a wide range of edible plants from herbs and fruiting shrubs to vegetables and shows you how to use them creatively in your yard for a landscape that’s both delicious and practical. Let guest speaker Dr. Heather Kirk-Ballard from the UGA College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences discuss plant choices, design tips, and layout ideas that fit any gardener’s style while adding flavor, function, and year‑round interest to your home landscape. Perfect for anyone curious about edible landscaping or ornamental edible plants. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Soil Basics and How to Read a Soil Test Report
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6-7pm.
Dig into the foundation of what makes soil healthy, how Georgia’s unique geology influences your landscape, how to spot nutrient deficiencies, and how to read and apply your soil test results. Whether you’re growing vegetables, turf, ornamentals, or pasture, let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett help you understand how to build better soil and create a thriving, sustainable landscape. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Indigenous Plant Uses (In-Person)
Thursday, November 12th, 12-1PM
Transform your home landscape into a thriving, historical sanctuary with this beginner-friendly workshop designed specifically for local gardeners. Master Naturalist Nicole Caldwell will help you unlock the botanical secrets of the Cherokee and Muscogee (Creek) peoples by learning how to cultivate and utilize powerful native species right in your backyard. Sample herbal tea included. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Indigenous Plant Uses (Online)
Thursday, November 12th, 12-1PM
Transform your home landscape into a thriving, historical sanctuary with this beginner-friendly workshop designed specifically for local gardeners. Master Naturalist Nicole Caldwell will help you unlock the botanical secrets of the Cherokee and Muscogee (Creek) peoples by learning how to cultivate and utilize powerful native species right in your backyard. Sample herbal tea included. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Beginner Vegetable Gardening
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 12-1pm.
Learn how to choose the right garden site, understand soil and sunlight needs, pick the best varieties for Georgia’s climate, and master planting techniques from seed starting to transplants. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will cover watering, spacing, succession planting, and simple strategies to keep your garden productive all season long whether you’re working with raised beds, containers, or in a backyard plot. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Creating Holiday Ornaments with Plants and Forages Workshop (In-Person)
Thursday, December 10th, 12-1PM
Bring the rustic beauty of the Georgia woods into your home this season with our hands-on holiday ornament workshop. Perfect for crafters and plant lovers alike, this beginner-friendly class teaches you how to artfully combine foraged treasures like pinecones, pods, and dried moss with fresh evergreens and hardy plant cuttings to build stunning, eco-friendly decorations.
Registration is required.
$15/person, please call 678.377.4010 to register and to make the payment.
Natural Holiday Ornaments (Online)
Thursday, December 10th, 12-1PM
Bring the rustic beauty of the Georgia woods into your home this season with our hands-on holiday ornament workshop. Perfect for crafters and plant lovers alike, this beginner-friendly class teaches you how to artfully combine foraged treasures like pinecones, pods, and dried moss with fresh evergreens and hardy plant cuttings to build stunning, eco-friendly decorations. Click here to register, or send us an email.
