Local events

August 11, 2010 - 11:00 pm

What: Go solar. Find out what it takes to go solar and how to reduce your carbon footprint and become energy independent. Bring your bill for a free analysis.

Where: Desert Living Center at Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 6-7:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

Info: 822-7700

Aug. 14

What: Fall into Gardening. Fall is an ideal time to garden and grow vegetables in the Las Vegas Valley. Participants will learn what to plant and how.

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

When: 8:30-10 a.m.

Cost: $10 adults, $8 for children 5-17; members receive $2 discount

Info: 822-7786; advanced registration required

What: Drip irrigation; learn complete system installation from the street to the plants, including how to select and assemble components .

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

When: 2-5 p.m.

Cost: Free

Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested

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