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July 21

What: Country Fresh farmers market. Farm fresh fruits, vegetables, grocery and milk delivery service, and other artisans and vendors.

Where: Downtown Events Plaza, 240 Water St., Henderson.

When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Cost: Varies by product

Info: Dave Star at 579-9661 or bob.
drabicki@winderfarms.com

What: Fremont East Entertainment District farmers market

Where: Azul nightclub, 115 N. Seventh St.

When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Cost: Varies by product

Info: 672-0222

July 23

What: Drip irrigation; learn complete system installation from the street to the plants, including how to select and assemble components. Build a drip system in class. This clas is presented by the Southern Nevada Water Authority Conservation District.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 9 a.m.-noon

Cost: Free

Info: 862-3760; advance registration requested

What: Certified Wildlife Landscaping workshop. Experts will show participants how easy and fulfilling it is to create a certified wildlife habitat in their yard. Step-by-step instructions will be provided.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.; also Sunday

Cost: $10 members; $15 nonmembers

Info: 822-7700

What: Eco-friendly pest control. Participants will create an eco-friendly pest control to take home; they are welcome to drop in anytime for this activity.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; also Sunday

Cost: $2 members; general admission plus $3 nonmembers

Info: 822-7700

What: Garden tour. Participants will discover new and unusual Mojave native and Desert Southwest plants for their landscapes.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 10:30 a.m.; also Sunday

Cost: $3 members; general admission plus $5 nonmembers

Info: 822-7700

What: Fun with Trees. Aimed at children, this class will teach them the ins and outs of trees.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 1:30 p.m.; also Sunday

Cost: $3 members; general admission plus $5 nonmembers

Info: 822-7700

What: Creating Wildlife Landscapes. Experts will introduce the five essential elements needed to establish a wildlife habitat.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 1:30 p.m.; also Sunday

Cost: $3 members; general admission plus $5 nonmembers

Info: 822-7700

July 26

What: Las Vegas farmers market. Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, along with artisan wares are showcased in the event sponsored by the Summerlin Council.

Where: Garden Park, 10401 Garden Park Drive

When: 4-8 p.m.

Cost: Varies by product

Info: 562-2676, www.lasvegasfarmersmarket.com

July 27

What: Las Vegas farmers market. Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, along with artisan wares are featured at the event co-sponsored by Las Vegas Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services.

Where: Bruce Trent Park, 1600 N. Rampart Blvd.

When: 4-8 p.m.

Cost: Varies by product

Info: 562-2676, www.lasvegasfarmersmarket.com

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