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Gwinnett County
UGA Extension Office

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.
  • 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.

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

Houseplant Academy (4-Part Series)

Join Gwinnett Extension’s Nicole Caldwell for this lunch-and-learn series on how to turn your black thumb green. Whether you are a seasoned houseplant-enthusiast, or just starting out, this series will take you through the basis of indoor growing all the way up to how to care for some of the hottest houseplants.  Roll up your sleeves because you will be potting up your own houseplant cutting to take home.  In-person and virtual participation is available. 

Houseplants and the Holidays / December 19, Noon-1PM

In this fourth and final session, discover houseplants and the holidays. 

Click here to register, or send us an email.


Raising Chicks in Backyard Flocks 

Thursday, January 9th,  6-7pm. (FREE)

Hatching and raising your own chickens can be a fascinating and rewarding experience. Learn about the equipment necessary, how to tell if you have fertile eggs, and about the stages of embryo development. Lisa Klein will teach you what to look for before hatching and how to properly care for your chicks after hatching.  Gain knowledge in the essentials of feeding, watering, and monitoring chick development as they grow into healthy adults. 

Click here to register, or send us an email. 

Everything You Wanted to Know About Blueberries 

Thursday, January 23rd,  6-7pm. (FREE)

Learn about the different varieties, such as highbush, lowbush, and rabbiteye blueberries, and their unique growing requirements for different parts of the country. Lisa Klein teaches you about the different varieties that do well in the North Georgia area as well as how easy they are to grow and their great nutritional benefits. You’ll learn tips on planting, caring for and harvesting blueberries, including the importance of soil acidity and proper pruning techniques. 

Click here to register, or send us an email.

Starting Seeds Like a Champ! 

Tuesday, February 4th , 12-1pm. (FREE)

Growing your own plants from seed is a cost-effective way to grow a garden from scratch. Learn how to select the right seeds, prepare the soil and provide the ideal conditions for germination. We will discuss using grow lights vs. placing seed trays in a sunny location and which is better. And when it’s time to transition to outside, learn why hardening off seedlings before transplanting will help them acclimate to the environment.

Click here to register, or send us an email. 

Soil Basics and Interpreting Georgia Soil Test Reports 

Thursday, February 13th, 6-7pm.  (FREE)

Learn the fundamental components of soil, including texture, structure, and organic matter, and how these factors influence plant growth.  Understand why soil pH and nutrient levels, are important and how they can be managed for optimal plant production. Lisa Klein discusses the benefits of obtaining a soil test report and why that is important in your home garden. By understanding soil basics and effectively interpreting soil test reports, anyone can enhance their gardening or farming practices. 

Click here to register, or send us an email. 

Spring Vegetable Gardening 

Thursday, February 27th, 6-7pm. (FREE) 

As the weather warms, it’s the perfect time to plant warm-season crops like tomatoes, beans, squash, and cucumbers, which thrive in the warmer temperatures of late spring and summer. Learn about soils, pH, nutrients, garden amendments, and the right seeds and transplants to select for summer! Lisa Klein will walk you through prepping your garden (including raised beds and containers) for those wonderful warm months. By planning your garden layout and choosing a variety of vegetables, you can ensure a continuous harvest throughout the season. Whether you are a beginning gardener or a transplant from somewhere else, get the foundation you need to be a successful gardener in Georgia.

Click here to register, or send us an email. 

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