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Gardening Essentials Classes

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The Next Gardening Essentials Class is September 16, 2024
Doors open to public at 11:30 am

We appreciate you and look forward to seeing you - No Registration Required

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Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this in-person event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their gardening knowledge or skills. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from expert gardeners and fellow gardening enthusiasts, who will share their knowledge and tips on various gardening techniques. From choosing the right plants for your garden to proper soil preparation and maintenance, we’ll cover all the essentials you need to know to help create a thriving garden.

GVST Gardening Essentials Class - 3rd Monday Each Month

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September 16, 2024 12 Noon-3:00pm (Doors open to public at 11:30 am).

3310 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX 78209

 

Session One -

GVST charter member Ron Csehil will share his extensive knowledge of tools for gardening and water-conserving irrigation tips in the initial presentation. 

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Session Two -

During the second part Ron will guide us during a hands-on tool sharpening workshop. Bring your landscaping tools that need sharpening, a sharpening stone if you have one, and note-taking equipment. â€‹

 

During the two sessions Ron will discuss and demonstrate how to prepare your garden tools for the season:

  • Clean 

  • Sanitize

  • Sharpen

  • Protect 

  • Store

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Gardening Essentials class includes 2 presentations the third Monday of every month. Volunteer support makes it possible for GVST to keep flowing smoothly and be available for all.

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Volunteers!

 

GVST is using SignUp to help organize our upcoming Gardening Essentials Classes:  "We can always use your help"

 

Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:

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  1. Click the link (https://signup.com/go/nLnfmgy ) or use our volunteer page to see our SignUp on SignUp:   

  2. Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.

  3. Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.

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Note: GVST & SignUp does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact us and we can sign you up manually - (gvst2002@gmail.com).

Door Prizes & More 

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Come enjoy this festive time of fellowship!

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Gardening Essential Extras!

  • Free and Open to the Public ($5.00 Donation Appreciated)

  • Potluck Social - Meet & Greet: Bring your favorite dish to share and enjoy lunching with our group!

  • Plant Xchange: Bring in your plants so GVST & friends can find them a new home!

  • Information tables with FREE goodies.

 

"Come Join Us & Bring a Friend or Make a New One"

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If you missed  season 1 or 2 of "Go Gardening" episodes you can now watch all previous episodes on GVST's YouTube channel.

(https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2aHlxBF2moaqtvP21W6-w)

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To see a list of GVST volunteer opportunities visit:

https://www.gardeningvolunteers.org/volunteer

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General Information about the Classes

The GVST Gardening Essentials classes are typically held on the third Monday of each month. We try and cover important topics that will help you establish and maintain a beautiful and water efficient landscape. The classes are always informal, interactive and fun. Here are the basics.

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  • Class runs from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

  • You can bring a brown bag lunch /snack (or contribute and participate in the pot luck buffet).

  • We have door prizes at each class. A $5 donation is appreciated to support that activity.

  • You can have your hand-pruning tools sharpened ($3 ea. - Most of the Time)

  • We host pass-along plants & sell tables. You're welcome to bring plants and seeds to share with the group.

  • There are always knowledgeable gardeners there to ask and answer questions.

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For more information about the Gardening Essentials Classes, please email us at  gvst2002@gmail.com or  info@gardeningvolunteers.org.

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