Events & Classes
Farmers Markets
Buy fresh produce from your local farmers! Visit the websites for more information.
- Braselton Braselton Town Green 9924 Davis Street, Braselton.
- Lilburn Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, 1400 Killian Hill Road, Lilburn.
- Peachtree Corners Peachtree Corners Town Center, 5200 Town Center Blvd, Peachtree Corners.
- Snellville Snellville Towne Green, 2342 Oak Road, Snellville.
- Sugar Hill The Landing, 4985 W. Broad St. NE, Sugar Hill
- Suwanee 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.
The Benefits of Trees
Tuesday, November 25th, 12-1pm.
Trees do so much more than just stand tall—they shape our landscapes, clean our air, and support life in ways we don’t always notice. In this webinar, we’ll dive into how trees improve our communities, from cooling city streets to providing homes for wildlife. You’ll learn about the hidden benefits trees bring to our health, soil, and stormwater systems, plus practical ways to incorporate them into yards and public spaces. Whether you’re looking to plant a shade tree, boost biodiversity, or just appreciate the quiet power of trees, special guest Dave Long, Community Forester with Georgia Forestry Commission will leave you with a new appreciation for the forests, backyards, and parks around you. This program qualifies for Master Gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register or send us an email.
Houseplants and the Holidays 2.0
Thursday, December 4, Noon-1PM
Last December’s holiday houseplant class was so fun, we’re doing it again (and with more information!)! Learn all the basics of decorating your home and office for the holidays with houseplants, including how to care for those plants once the holidays have passed. We’ll also learn how to make some plant-themed gifts for the holidays. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hannukah, New Year’s, or you just like a festive home in the wintertime, you won’t want to miss this one. In-person and virtual participation is offered. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Windowsill Herb Gardening
Thursday, December 4, 6-7pm. Free.
Bring the freshness of an outside garden into the heart of your home! In this inspiring session, you’ll discover how to transform a simple sunny windowsill into a tapestry of flavor — from vibrant basil and zesty chives to calming chamomile. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension will share smart, space‑saving techniques, easy maintenance tips, and harvesting know‑how so you can enjoy fragrant, home‑grown herbs in your cooking, teas, and daily rituals along with a variety of other ornamental plants to beautiful your interiorscape. Whether you’re a first‑time planter or a seasoned green thumb, this webinar will help you cultivate beauty, sustainability, and taste right at your fingertips. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
In-Person Workshop: Muscadine Mastery: Hands‑On Workshop with Dr. Sarah Lowder
Saturday, December 6, 11-12pm. Free.
Vines Harvest Gwinnett Community Garden (3500 Oak Grove Rd, Loganville, GA 30052).
Muscadines (Vitis rotundifolia) are a Southern treasure — and with the right care, they’ll reward you with abundant, flavorful harvests year after year. In this interactive workshop, you’ll join Dr. Sarah Lowder, Viticulture Specialist and Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia, for an up‑close look at seasonal pruning and vine training methods that will set your vines up for success. Participants will also learn how to keep their vines healthy throughout every season. Designed for backyard growers, this session will leave you confident, informed, and ready to grow your most productive muscadine crop yet. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Birds as Pollinators: A Hidden Ecological Force
Thursday, December 18th, 6-7pm. Free.
Join us for an enlightening exploration into how our feathered friends contribute to global pollination! From dazzling hummingbirds to industrious honeyeaters, discover the incredible role birds play in sustaining plant life and biodiversity. Learn about specialized adaptations, bird-pollinated plants, and conservation efforts that protect these awesome little aerial acrobats. Whether you're a seasoned birder or just starting out, this webinar will deepen your appreciation for the intricate relationship between birds and the natural world. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will help you take flight into the fascinating science of avian pollination! This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
In-Person Workshop: Beginner to Expert: Learn About the Top 10 Pet Reptiles & Amphibians- with Keelin Klein
Tuesday, December 30, 12-1pm. Free.
UGA Extension Gwinnett 2nd Floor Conference Room (750 S. Perry St. Lawrenceville, GA 30046)
Horticultural Hot Takes: Trends for 2026 and Beyond
Thursday, January 8, 6-7pm. Free.
Tune in for this forward‑looking webinar that will explore ideas set to shape gardens in the coming years. We’ll look at emerging plant varieties, practical design approaches, and sustainable techniques that respond to changing climates and evolving aesthetics. Whether you work in horticulture or simply love cultivating your own green space, you’ll gain clear, actionable insights to guide your planting, planning, and creative choices well into the future. Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett guide you through this interesting view into the future. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Lunch and Learn: Seed Starting Basics
Tuesday, January 13th, 12-1pm. Free.
Starting your own seeds indoors has many benefits, the least of which is saving money! If you’ve had your eye on an unusual squash or carrot variety not available at your garden center, starting seeds opens the door to a whole new world of different transplants, some with improved germination rates and earlier harvests. Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett walks you through the process and offers Q&A afterwards for more assistance. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Botany on Tap! The Plant Science Behind Your Brew
Thursday, January 29th, 6-7pm. Free.
We’ll peel back the label in this webinar to explore how barley fields, hop trellises, and aromatic botanicals come together through plant biology to create your favorite beers. From the way essential oils develop in hop flowers to how grains are coaxed into releasing fermentable sugars, Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will teach you the hidden science that gives each brew its signature personality. Come raise a glass to the plants that make it all possible. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Erosion? Not Anymore!
Thursday, February 12th, 6-7pm. Free.
This webinar will change the way you see bare patches and muddy runoff—transforming them from headaches into opportunities. Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett blend the “why” of erosion science with the “how” of practical, eye-catching fixes. You’ll learn about the power of native plants, smart grading, and natural barriers to slow water, build healthy soil, and restore balance to your landscape. Whether you’re rescuing a backyard slope or revitalizing community green space, you’ll be inspired to turn erosion scars into living, resilient beauty. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Lunch & Learn: Don't Hurt Your Tree
Tuesday, February 17, 12-1pm. Free.
Let Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett reveal the most common and easily avoidable mistakes people make with planting, pruning, watering, and soil care, and replace them with proper, science-backed practices that will keep your trees happy and thriving. You’ll learn how to spot early warning signs of trouble, choose the right tree for the right place, and give it the best start (and future) possible. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
Houseplant Academy - Creating Terrariums
Edible Gardens in Pots: Blending Beauty and Bounty in Mixed Containers
Thursday, February 26th, 6- 7pm. Free
This webinar will show you how to transform ordinary pots into layered creations that include color, texture, and flavor. You’ll get smart planting combos, seasonal refresh ideas, and tips to keep your containers productive and gorgeous from first sprout to final harvest. Whether your space is a balcony, patio, or garden path, Lisa Klein with UGA Extension Gwinnett will teach you about living art that’s as mouthwatering as it is beautiful. This program qualifies for master gardener continuing education credit. Click here to register, or send us an email.
