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SUMMARY:Make the Most of Your Edible Garden Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Master the Art of a Sustainable\, Year-Round Harvest \nTYLER\, TEXAS — As the summer heat intensifies\, local gardeners are looking for ways to protect their hard work and make their harvests last. The upcoming “Making the Most of Your Edible Garden” summer workshop offers a comprehensive guide to sustainable gardening\, from surviving the Texas heat to mastering the art of food preservation. The workshop will take place on July 9\, 2026\, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Tyler’s Rose Center Complex in the Camilla room. Check-in begins at 8:30 am. \nThis workshop empowers gardeners to adopt a full-circle approach to sustainability\, beginning with innovative water strategies designed to keep thirsty landscapes thriving during the peak of summer. Participants will dive into expert harvesting and late-season planting techniques to maximize their garden’s output. To ensure nothing goes to waste\, the program highlights the essential skill of food preservation\, teaching attendees how to extend the shelf life of their produce through canning\, dehydrating\, and more. By connecting water conservation with smart harvesting and preservation\, growers can transform a temporary summer surplus into a resilient\, year-round food source. \nIf you would like more information\, please contact our Help Desk at smithmghelpdesk@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there! \nDate: July 9\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm\, Registration opens at 8:30 am\nLocation: Tyler’s Rose Center Complex\, the Camilla room \nSession 1: Water Strategies to Beat the Heat – Clint Perkins\, Agriculture and Natural Resources\n– 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM\n– Develop an innovative watering strategy that provides methods to irrigate your thirsty landscape while adhering to earth-kind principles. \nSession 2: Food Preservation and Canning – Dr. Jenna Anding\, Family and Community Health\n– 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM\n– Explore methods to preserve your hard work and enhance the longevity of your produce through canning\, dehydrating\, and more. \nSession 3: Harvesting and Late Season Planting – Dr. Greg Grant\, Smith County Horticulture Agent\n– 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM\n– Discover specific gardening challenges\, with personalized insights for local growers. \nInterlude\n-11:45 AM – 12:00 PM\n– Katy Barone will offer a short program on how the Shade Garden has handled water problems in the landscape. \nTour of the Tyler Botanical Gardens – Shade Garden\n12:00 PM – 12:30 PM\n-Visit the Shade Garden to see how water runoff has been skillfully managed to control erosion. This demonstration highlights sustainable landscaping practices that effectively manage water flow while promoting soil health and preserving the garden’s natural beauty.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/make-the-most-of-your-edible-garden-through-harvesting-and-preserving-techniques/
LOCATION:Tyler Rose Garden Center\, 420 Rose Park Dr.\, Tyler\, TX\, 75702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Available CE Credits,Open to the Public
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Calm at the Tyler Public Libaary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Try it Tuesday at the Tyler Public Library\, where Smith County Master Gardener\, Elizabeth Waldrop\, will present “Cultivating Calm\, How caring for plants can help you care for yourself”. We will explore how gardening and indoor plant tending can be used to reduce stress\, create a green oasis\, and promote general well-being. Great for adults and older children. \nWhen:  July 14\, 2026\nTime:    5:30 pm to 7:00 pm\nWhere: Tyler Public Library\, 201 S College Ave\, Tyler\, Texas \nSpace may be limited\, so please contact the host organization for seating availability
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/cultivating-calm-at-the-tyler-public-libaary/
LOCATION:Tyler Public Library\, 201 S. College Ave.\, Tyler\, TX\, 75702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public
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SUMMARY:Flora and Fauna
DESCRIPTION:Join Smith County Master Gardener\, Elizabeth Waldrop\, at the Lillie Russell Library. Elizabeth will be presenting “Flora and Fauna”\, a program to teach the importance of bringing native birds and small wildlife into your backyard through thoughtful landscaping techniques and earth-friendly practices. This program includes a pinecone bird feeder-making activity. Geared for younger audiences and families. \nWhen:  July 17\, 2026\nTime:    2:00 pm to 3:30 pm\nWhere: Lillie Russell Library\, 200 E Hubbard St\, Lindale\, Texas \nSpace may be limited so please contact the host organization for availability.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/flora-and-fauna/
LOCATION:Lillie Russell Library\, 200 E. Hubbard St.\, Lindale\, TX\, 75771\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public
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SUMMARY:Herb Gardening at the Tyler Food Bank
DESCRIPTION:Join Smith County Master Gardener Elizabeth Waldrop for Herb Gardening. An introduction to herb gardening\, including how to care for herbs\, which ones grow well in East Texas\, and how to harvest and prepare them. There will also be some simple no-cook recipes demonstrated\, including herb butters\, vinegars\, and seasoning salt. Great for adults and older children. \nWhen:  July 31\, 2026\nTime:   10:30 am to 12:00 pm\nWhere: East Texas Food Bank\, 3201 Robertson Ave.\, Tyler\, Texas\, in the kitchen classroom \nPrograms may have limited space\, so please contact the host organization to check availability and sign up.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/herb-gardening-at-the-tyler-food-bank/
LOCATION:East Texas Food Bank\, 3201 Robertson Rd\, Tyler\, TX\, 75701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to the Public
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