What would you do if basic services were cut off, like electricity or water, or if you had to suddenly leave your home? Our 10-11 a.m. June 13 class will offer tips and ways to prepare for unexpected disasters, such as hurricanes. Learn how ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Work & Life
Join Master Gardener volunteers from 9-11 a.m. June 7 (Hint: look for this event the first Thursday of every month) for a free tour of the demonstration garden at Shamrock Park & Nature Center, in Venice. Learn how the garden integrates ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Horticulture
"Let's Talk" is a new series of classes and open-discussion workshops focused on the issues facing us in Sarasota County. The first offering in this series focuses on recycling, with waste reduction, recycling, composting, and other topics on ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Events, Natural Resources
All commercial landscape professionals who apply pesticides (including Roundup), are required to take a six-hour training class to obtain a Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance (LCLM) license. This certification allows you to apply 'Caution'-labeled ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Horticulture
Summer is almost here, and that means it's time again for our 4-H Camp Cloverleaf. Set for June 18-22, this camp offers a great opportunity for youth to further explore 4-H activities and enjoy some fun, outdoor recreation. Camp Cloverleaf ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Events
Is the landscape getting tired and sad looking? Are the plants old and outdated? Has the pruning left the plants looking tortured? Learn practices and procedures for renovating homeowners association landscaping the Florida-Friendly way. Get ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home LandscapesWhat would you do if basic services were cut off, like electricity or water, or if you had to suddenly leave your home? This class will offer tips and ways to prepare for unexpected disasters, such as hurricanes. Learn how to assemble an emergency ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Events
Ever wondered how well manatees see underwater? Or, how much food a manatee needs daily? How long they live? How far they travel? How much do you really know about these amazing creatures? Join Armando Ubeda, Sea Grant agent with UF/IFAS ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Events, Wildlife
With May 6-12 recognized as International Composting Week, join us to learn what UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County is doing around the region with composting, waste reduction and recycling. This 90-minute workshop blends indoor lessons with ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Work & Life
Are you frustrated by mosquitoes in your yard? Not only do mosquitoes deliver an annoying bite, but infected mosquitoes have the potential to transfer diseases to humans and animals through their bite. In this program you will learn about ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Natural Resources