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SUMMARY:Learn Grow Eat Go - Summer 2026 Tyler
DESCRIPTION:Join Smith County Master Gardeners and NET Health Tyler for a program geared to helping children learn to eat more healthy through both education and hands-on experience in growing what they eat.  The program runs each Thursday for 10 weeks from 9 am to 11 am.  Classes are limited to the first 25 applications from third through fifth graders.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/learn-grow-eat-go-summer-2026-tyler/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:2815 Frankston Hwy\, 2815 Frankston Hwy\, Tyler\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:Learn Grow Eat Go - Summer 2026 Tyler
DESCRIPTION:Join Smith County Master Gardeners and NET Health Tyler for a program geared to helping children learn to eat more healthy through both education and hands-on experience in growing what they eat.  The program runs each Thursday for 10 weeks from 9 am to 11 am.  Classes are limited to the first 25 applications from third through fifth graders.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/learn-grow-eat-go-summer-2026-tyler/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:2815 Frankston Hwy\, 2815 Frankston Hwy\, Tyler\, TX\, United States
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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\, join us for our Edible Garden Workshop where 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 1:15 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! \nThe event is free and open to the public\, but we ask that you register so we can get a headcount. Click HERE to Register. \n  \n  \nDate: July 9\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm\, Registration opens at 8:30 am\nLocation: Tyler’s Rose Center Complex\, the Camilla room \n8:30 am Registration \nSession 1: Water Strategies to Beat the Heat – Clint Perkins\, Agriculture and Natural Resources\n– 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM\n– Develop an innovative watering strategy that provides methods to irrigate your thirsty landscape while adhering to earth-kind principles.\n– To download a copy of Clint Perkins’ presentation\, click HERE. \n10:00 AM – 10:10 AM Break \nSession 2: Food Preservation and Canning – Dr. Jenna Anding\, Family and Community Health\n– 10:10 AM – 11:10 AM\n– Explore methods to preserve your hard work and enhance the longevity of your produce through canning\, dehydrating\, and more.\n– To download a copy of Dr. Anding’s presentation\, click HERE. \n11:10 AM – 11:20 AM Break \nSession 3: Harvesting and Late Season Planting – Dr. Greg Grant\, Smith County Horticulture Agent\n– 11:20 AM – 12:20 PM\n– Discover specific gardening challenges\, with personalized insights for local growers.\n– To download a copy of Dr. Greg Grant’s presentation\, click HERE. \n12:20 PM – 12:30 PM Break \nShade Garden Water Project\n-12:30 PM – 12:45 PM\n– Katy Barone will offer a short program on how the Shade Garden has handled water problems in the landscape.\n– To download a copy of Katy Barone’s presentation\, click HERE. \nTour of the Tyler Botanical Gardens – Shade Garden\n12:45 PM – 1:15 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T090000
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SUMMARY:Learn Grow Eat Go - Summer 2026 Tyler
DESCRIPTION:Join Smith County Master Gardeners and NET Health Tyler for a program geared to helping children learn to eat more healthy through both education and hands-on experience in growing what they eat.  The program runs each Thursday for 10 weeks from 9 am to 11 am.  Classes are limited to the first 25 applications from third through fifth graders.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/learn-grow-eat-go-summer-2026-tyler/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:2815 Frankston Hwy\, 2815 Frankston Hwy\, Tyler\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tri-County Pollinator Series Highlights iNaturalist Training in Smith County
DESCRIPTION:Master Gardeners\, Master Naturalists\, and Pollinator enthusiasts across East Texas are invited to join the Tri-County Pollinator Series\, a collaborative educational effort by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Cherokee\, Smith\, and Rusk counties. This summer’s program will spotlight the power of citizen science through iNaturalist\, a free app that helps users identify and record native plants and pollinators. \nOn July 17\, from 10 a.m. to noon\, participants will gather in the Smith County Extension Office classroom to learn how to use iNaturalist to identify and document native pollinators. The session will be led by Smith County Horticulturist Greg Grant\, with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. Greg will demonstrate how everyday observations contribute to regional conservation data and knowledge. Attendees will gain hands-on experience photographing insects and plants\, uploading sightings\, and connecting with a global community of naturalists. \nThe July workshop is part of a three-event series celebrating pollinators’ vital role in Texas ecosystems. Earlier sessions include a native plant and pollinator workshop at Caddo Mounds State Historic Site on April 17. The series concludes on August 14 in Rusk County with a honey-tasting program exploring how floral diversity shapes flavor. \nSpace is limited for the Smith County event\, and advance registration is encouraged. For details or to reserve a spot\, contact the Smith County Extension Office at 903-590-2980. \nTogether\, these programs aim to inspire East Texans to observe\, appreciate\, and protect the pollinators that sustain our landscapes.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/tri-county-pollinator-series-highlights-inaturalist-training-in-smith-county/
LOCATION:AgriLife Extension Office\, 1517 W Front St.\, Suite 116\, Tyler\, Texas\, 75702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Available CE Credits,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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T160000
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SUMMARY:Summer Garden Series: Build a Texas Monarch Waystation
DESCRIPTION:Construct a Monarch Waystation\nImagine a Monarch Waystation as a charming roadside diner and cozy motel\, specially designed for butterflies. This thoughtfully curated habitat serves two essential purposes: it offers abundant milkweed\, which is crucial for monarchs to lay their eggs and provides nourishment for their caterpillar. In addition\, it features a variety of nectar-rich flowers that supply the energy adult butterflies need for their remarkable journeys. Without these vital waystations\, monarchs struggle to reproduce and fail to maintain the stamina required for their extensive migrations. \nWant to make a real difference for these beautiful creatures? Transform your backyard into a certified monarch waystation! Join us for an enlightening presentation on Planting for Monarchs\, where you will discover the best native plants to fuel and support their extraordinary migration. \n\nDate: Wednesday\, July 22\, 2026\nTime: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Cotton Belt Building\, 1517 W Front St\, Ste 116\, Tyler\, Texas 75702\nSpeaker: Carol Clark (Texas Master Naturalist\, Native Plant Society of Texas\, and Conservation Specialist with Monarch Watch)\n\nBrought to You By: \n\nTexas A&M AgriLife Extension\nSmith County Master Gardeners\n\n Reserve Your Spot Today! \nSpace is limited. Register online now to secure your seat by clicking HERE!
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/summer-garden-series-build-a-texas-monarch-waystation/
LOCATION:AgriLife Extension Office\, 1517 W Front St.\, Suite 116\, Tyler\, Texas\, 75702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Available CE Credits,Open to the Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T110000
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SUMMARY:Learn Grow Eat Go - Summer 2026 Tyler
DESCRIPTION:Join Smith County Master Gardeners and NET Health Tyler for a program geared to helping children learn to eat more healthy through both education and hands-on experience in growing what they eat.  The program runs each Thursday for 10 weeks from 9 am to 11 am.  Classes are limited to the first 25 applications from third through fifth graders.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/learn-grow-eat-go-summer-2026-tyler/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:2815 Frankston Hwy\, 2815 Frankston Hwy\, Tyler\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T191852Z
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SUMMARY:Learn Grow Eat Go - Summer 2026 Tyler
DESCRIPTION:Join Smith County Master Gardeners and NET Health Tyler for a program geared to helping children learn to eat more healthy through both education and hands-on experience in growing what they eat.  The program runs each Thursday for 10 weeks from 9 am to 11 am.  Classes are limited to the first 25 applications from third through fifth graders.
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/learn-grow-eat-go-summer-2026-tyler/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:2815 Frankston Hwy\, 2815 Frankston Hwy\, Tyler\, TX\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T150000
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SUMMARY:Greenhouse & Nursery Pest Management Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Pest Management Seminar 2026 is a one-day educational program designed for nursery and greenhouse producers\, growers\, managers\, and horticulture professionals. \nThe seminar will provide the latest research-based information on emerging insect pests and plant diseases\, effective pest management strategies\, current horticultural production practices\, and updates on Texas state regulations affecting nursery and greenhouse operations. \nParticipants will gain practical knowledge from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension specialists to help improve crop health\, enhance production\, and stay informed about current industry challenges and regulatory requirements. \nThis seminar offers 6 agriculture CEUs and cost is $50 \nFind a printable version of the event flyer here. \n\n\nClick here to register\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, July 31\, 2026\n\n\n\nTime\nSession Details\n\n\n\n\n8 – 8:30 a.m.\nRegistration\n\n\n8:30 – 9:20 a.m.\nIntegration of Biopesticides into IPM systemsMark Freeman and Sam Gray\, Technical Pest Management & Seminar Services Manager – Bioworks\n\n\n9:20 – 10:10 a.m.\nStarting Clean and Keeping Clean: A Systems Approach to Managing Greenhouse Plant DiseasesKevin Ong\, Ph.D.\, Professor and Associate Department Head – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\n\n\n10:10 – 10:30 a.m.\nBreak\n\n\n10:30 – 11:20 a.m.\nEmerging and Establishing Greenhouse Pests of Ornamental Crops: Monitoring and Management MpproachesRafia Khan\, Ph.D.\, Assistant Professor and Extension Entomologist – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\n\n\n11:20 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.\nTexas Department of Agriculture Laws and Regulations for Nurseries and GreenhousesMelina Delaloza\, Regulatory Inspector II – Texas Department of Agriculture\n\n\n12:10 – 1:10 p.m.\nLunch\n\n\n1:10 – 2 p.m.\nEcologically Based Integrated Pest Management for Controlled Environment Cropping SystemsArash Kheirodin\, Ph.D.\, Assistant Professor\, Controlled Environment Entomology – Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Services\, Dallas\n\n\n2 – 2:50 p.m.\nProducing Healthy Ornamentals: Horticultural Practices that Support IPMAndrew King\, Ph.D.\, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist – Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\, Overton
URL:https://txmgsc.org/event/greenhouse-nursery-pest-management-seminar/
LOCATION:Overton Research Center\, 1710 N FM 3053\, Overton\, TX\, 75684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Available CE Credits,Open to the Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T100000
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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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