Upcoming Classes and Events
Pre-Registration is required along with the non-refundable class FEE (if applicable). This is necessary so adequate materials are available and if classes are rescheduled we will be able to notify you.
Registration DEADLINE: Friday before program starts.
All classes are held at the Orange County Extension Auditorium unless otherwise stated.
Registration on line:
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Note: Seating for programs and workshops is limited, the first people who make reservations will be in the program or workshop.
Programs and workshops offered by the University of Florida/IFAS Extension Service are
available to all persons without regard to race, color, handicap, gender, religion or national origin.
For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations,call the Extension Office at (407)254-9200 at
least five working days prior to the program or workshop so that proper consideration may be given to the
request.
Summer Landscape Pests
Fee: Free - PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Date/Time: July 9, 2009 (Thursday) 6:00 – 7:30PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Description: The temperatures are high and your lawn is under stress, it is the perfect time to prepare yourself for the invaders that will try to take over your lawn.
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Landscape Design - Summer
Fee: $20 - Due with PRE-REGISTRATION
Date/Time: July 28, August 4 and August 11 2009 (Tuesdays) 7:00 – 9:00PM (Three night workshop)
Location:
Orange County Extension Office
6021 South Conway Road
Orlando, FL 32812-3604
Magnolia Room
Description: Summer is a good time to plan a landscape that fits your lifestyle. A course guide and drawing material will be provided. Class is limited to first 25 families that register.
COST: $20 per residence made out to O.C. Extension Fund. Send non-refundable fee with pre-registration, no later than July 21, 2009 to the Orange County Extension Office (See address at the bottom of this web page).
Vegetable Gardening, Warm Season and Cool Season Vegetables
Fee: Free - PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Date/Time: August 1, 2009 (Saturday) 9:00 – 10:30AM
Location: Auditorium
Description: Fall is the beginning of nine months of great gardening in Florida. Learn the basics of vegetable gardening including soil preparation, adjusting soil pH, fertilizing, irrigation, pests and diseases. Among other benefits, successful vegetable gardens offer their owners fresh air, sunshine, exercise, enjoyment, mental therapy, nutritious fresh vegetables, and economic savings.
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Landscaping For Wildlife & Butterflies
Fee: $5 - Due with PRE-REGISTRATION
Date/Time: August 18 2009 (Tuesday) 7:00 – 9:00PM
Location:
Orange County Extension Office
6021 South Conway Road
Orlando, FL 32812-3604
Magnolia Room
Description: Learn design elements and plants that attract butterflies and wildlife to your yard. Free butterfly plant for participants (one per family)
COST: $5 per residence made out to O.C. Extension Fund. Send non-refundable fee with pre-registration, no later than August 11, 2009 to the Orange County Extension Office (See address at the bottom of this web page).
Fall Lawn Care
Fee: Free - PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Date/Time: September 3, 2009 (Thursday) 6:00 – 7:30PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Description: As the temperatures begin to cool down, it is the perfect time to start repairing the damage to your lawn caused by insects, weeds, or root rot.
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Lawn and Garden Tool Maintenance
Fee: Free - PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Date/Time: October 1, 2009 (Thursday) 6:00 – 7:30PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Description: Learn how to care for lawn and garden tools to make them last longer and perform better.
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Cold Sensitive Plant Care
Fee: Free - PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Date/Time: November 5, 2009 (Thursday) 6:00 – 7:30PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Description: Don't let winter destroy your cold sensitive plants. Knowing what to do and when will help minimize damage from cold winter winds.
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Holiday Plant Care
Fee: Free - PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Date/Time: December 3, 2009 (Thursday) 6:00 – 7:30PM
Location: Magnolia Room
Description: Learn how to use holiday plants, care for them, and reuse or recycle them after the holiday season is over.
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Register On-Line
Note: Seating for programs and workshops is limited, the first people who make reservations will be in the program or workshop. For programs with fees, the first people to make reservation with the proper fee (mail to us at time of reservation) will be in the program or workshop.
Programs and workshops offered by the University of Florida/IFAS Extension Service are
available to all persons without regard to race, color, handicap, gender, religion or national origin.
For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations,call the Extension Office at (407)254-9200 at
least five working days prior to the program or workshop so that proper consideration may be given to the
request.
4-H Youth Development 