BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mgnv.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260212T191237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T191220Z UID:10001169-1772791200-1772796600@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Grow Your Own: A Beginner’s Guide to Vegetable Gardening (Part II) DESCRIPTION:Registration Procedure: \n\n\n\nRegistration is directly via Zoom; you will receive the confirmation with the Zoom link right away. \n\n\n\nRegister:https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/v0hmsdZgRk68k5HWOHdwaA \n\n\n\nClass Description \n\n\n\nJoin Extension Master Gardener Faatimah Muhammad for this two-part\, beginner-friendly series on how to grow your own vegetables\, from planning to harvest. This course offers actionable steps to help you build a productive\, resilient vegetable garden in any space.In Part II\, learn how to care for your crops throughout the season\, manage common challenges\, and harvest at peak flavor and nutrition. This session includes tips on watering\, pest management\, and succession planting to keep your garden thriving. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAllium schoenoparasum (Onion chives)Photo © Kathy McGarril\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter you register\, \n\n\n\n\nYou will receive an immediate email Zoom confirmation with the link to the class and some registration questions.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION – make sure to check your SPAM folder.\n\n\n\nYou will receive a reminder confirmation with resource materials the day before the class. \n\n\n\nPlease add events@mgnv.org and webmaster@mgnv.org to your address book\, so that emails from MGNV do not go into your spam or junk folder.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration stays open until the end of the meeting. \n\n\n\nIf you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation\, please notify Sarah Calhoun\, Unit Administrator at (703) 228 6400 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120. \n\n\n\nIf you enjoy our free Public Education offerings\, please consider making a donation to MGNV to support our quality educational classes.\n\n\n\nCan’t join us for a live online presentation? Video recordings of the sessions are posted to the Master Gardener Virtual Classroom.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/grow-your-own-a-beginners-guide-to-vegetable-gardening-part-ii/ LOCATION:https://mgnv.org/event/grow-your-own-a-beginners-guide-to-vegetable-gardening-part-ii/ CATEGORIES:Vegetable Gardening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Allium-schoenoparasum-Onion-Chives-2019_IMG_0643_KMcG.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260215T181743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T224527Z UID:10001176-1772890200-1772897400@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Fig Tree Pruning 2026 DESCRIPTION:Is your fig tree overgrown? Is it so messy and bulky you can no longer harvest the fruit? Or would you like to start a new fig tree? Fig trees require special pruning techniques to help them thrive and fruit abundantly. As Master Gardeners who have a passion for figs we can help you explore strategic pruning for size\, shape\, productivity\, or all three. Best timing for initial pruning and specific follow-up strategies will be demonstrated and discussed. In addition\, following the pruning we will have a rooting demonstration. Attendees will have the opportunity to take home a cutting to create their own Fig Tree. Dress for the weather\, bring your hand tools\, gloves and your enthusiasm. \n\n\n\nThis class is full. We are offering a second class on Saturday\, March 14 at 1 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\nFicus tree in need of pruning. Photo © Elena Rodriguez\n\n\n\n\n\nA \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Near the East Falls Church metro station – exact location will be sent out after you RSVP prior to the event. If walking from the metro\, plan for an approximately 15 minute walk. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/fig-tree-pruning-2026/ LOCATION:Virginia CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ficus_carica_Fruit_obovate_Jul_MMF.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260215T183308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T173723Z UID:10001177-1772976600-1772983800@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Hands-On Pruning Class 2026 DESCRIPTION:Winter is an excellent time to prune many trees and shrubs. Learn why and how to prune to remove crossing and rubbing branches\, suckers\, water sprouts\, and damaged wood. Discover the best practices for reducing shrub size\, trimming hedges\, and carefully removing larger limbs. The results will be trees and shrubs with healthier and fuller growth\, better flowers and fruit\, and a more attractive home landscape. Join Extension Master Gardeners for a hands-on class in basic pruning techniques. Dress for the weather\, bring your tools. \n\n\n\nThis class is limited to 25 people and we have 15 people registered so far. Our registration system has stopped working. If you would like to attend this class\, please email webmaster@mgnv.org to let us know you would like to attend – please include your full name. Registration will close at 1:30 p.m. on Friday\, March 6.\n\n\n\nThank you! \n\n\n\n\n\nWinter pruning at the Glencarlyn Library Community Garden. Photo © Elaine Mills\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration closes 24 hours before the event begins.If you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation\, please notify Sarah Calhoun\, Unit Administrator at (703) 228 6400 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/hands-on-pruning-class-2026/ LOCATION:James M. Duncan Jr. Branch Library\, 2501 Commonwealth Avenue\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, 22301\, United States CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Wendy_Mills_Pruning_web_EM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260305T170624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T182520Z UID:10001180-1773493200-1773500400@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Fig Tree Pruning 2026 DESCRIPTION:Is your fig tree overgrown? Is it so messy and bulky you can no longer harvest the fruit? Or would you like to start a new fig tree? Fig trees require special pruning techniques to help them thrive and fruit abundantly. As Master Gardeners who have a passion for figs we can help you explore strategic pruning for size\, shape\, productivity\, or all three. Best timing for initial pruning and specific follow-up strategies will be demonstrated and discussed. In addition\, following the pruning we will have a rooting demonstration. Attendees will have the opportunity to take home a cutting to create their own Fig Tree. Dress for the weather\, bring your hand tools\, gloves and your enthusiasm. \n\n\n\n\n\nFicus tree in need of pruning. Photo © Elena Rodriguez\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: North Fairlington – the exact location will be sent out after you RSVP prior to the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/fig-tree-pruning2-2026/ LOCATION:Virginia CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ficus_carica_Fruit_obovate_Jul_MMF.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260318T171648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T213419Z UID:10001202-1773858600-1773862200@mgnv.org SUMMARY:📚 🌱 2026 Wednesday Library Garden Talks DESCRIPTION:Join us for Garden Talks in 2026\n\n\n\nArlington Central Library – 1015 N Quincy StreetSponsored by Friends of Urban Agriculture and Extension Master GardenersFree! No registration required. \n\n\n\nMarch – October 6:30 pm – 7:30 pmAll talks will be inside the library in the Bluemont Room unless otherwise noted. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 18 – Principles of Soil Health: Learn the basic soil health principles and how a gardener/farmer can utilize these principles to conserve and improve their soil. Learn more about the principles behind potting soil\, the components they are made of\, and tips for plant care in potting soil.\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 25 – Container Gardening: You don’t need a yard to grow your own herbs and vegetables. Find out how container gardening can work for you.\n\n\n\nApril 8 – Preventing Food Waste: (Meet in Wilson Room) Food is grown to feed people. Whether purchased or received as a donation\, the highest and best use of food is for it to be eaten. Join us for a conversation to discuss the importance of preventing food from being wasted. Why it matters and how to balance tradeoffs among haste\, taste\, and waste.\n\n\n\nApril 15 – Pepper-licious!: Peppers—hot and sweet—are the 7th most popular vegetable in the world. This talk will focus on growing delicious peppers of your own this summer. You will learn how to: select those that suit your needs; plant and nurture your peppers; and identify pests and diseases common to peppers.\n\n\n\nMay 6 – Herbs- Planning\, Planting: Fresh herbs can take your cooking from good to great. There are herbs for all cuisines and growing conditions. Which will you grow? How do you grow them? Where do they fit with your vegetables?\n\n\n\nMay 20 – Gardening Structures: Easy-to-build garden structures help you save garden space\, grow healthier plants\, bring higher yields\, and control those pesky varmints.\n\n\n\nJune – 3 – TBA\n\n\n\nJune 17- Weed Control by Design: Mulch\, Groundcovers and Cover Crops: Improve your soil and decrease weed pressure by exploring ways to keep the ground covered. We’ll highlight mulches that add organic matter\, low growing plants that can be worked into your established garden design\, and cover crop combinations that crowd out those pesky weeds.\n\n\n\nJuly 1 – TBA\n\n\n\nJuly 15 – TBA\n\n\n\nJuly 29 – TBA\n\n\n\nAug 5 – No Garden Talk: Arlington County Fair\n\n\n\nAug 19 – TBA\n\n\n\nSept – 2 – TBA\n\n\n\nSept – 16 – TBA\n\n\n\nOct 7 – TBA\n\n\n\nOct 14 – Garlic! Plant it Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/%f0%9f%93%9a-%f0%9f%8c%b1-2026-wednesday-library-garden-talks/2026-03-18/ LOCATION:Arlington Central Library\, 1015 N. Quincy Street\, Arlington\, Virginia CATEGORIES:Plant Clinics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026_gardentalks_header_web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260212T193722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T193725Z UID:10001170-1774000800-1774006200@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Dig a Little Deeper: Houseplants Care Guide DESCRIPTION:Registration Procedure: \n\n\n\nRegistration is directly via Zoom; you will receive the confirmation with the Zoom link right away. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/gkvTrYgwSvagSkZTbu-PMQ\n\n\n\nClass Description \n\n\n\nReady to take your indoor jungle to the next level? You’ve got the basics of your houseplant care covered\, but what’s next? Join Extension Master Gardener Evin Morrison to dig a little deeper into the world of houseplants. We’re moving past plant survival and diving into propagation\, hard-to-care-for plants\, and what to do when your larger plants start to outgrow your space. Whether you’re looking to multiply your favorite Monstera or finally conquer a finicky Calathea\, this presentation provides the technical “know-how” to help your collection truly thrive \n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto by Evin Morrison\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter you register\, \n\n\n\n\nYou will receive an immediate email Zoom confirmation with the link to the class and some registration questions.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION – make sure to check your SPAM folder.\n\n\n\nYou will receive a reminder confirmation with resource materials the day before the class. \n\n\n\nPlease add events@mgnv.org and webmaster@mgnv.org to your address book\, so that emails from MGNV do not go into your spam or junk folder.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration stays open until the end of the meeting. \n\n\n\nIf you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation\, please notify Sarah Calhoun\, Unit Administrator at (703) 228 6400 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120. \n\n\n\nIf you enjoy our free Public Education offerings\, please consider making a donation to MGNV to support our quality educational classes.\n\n\n\nCan’t join us for a live online presentation? Video recordings of the sessions are posted to the Master Gardener Virtual Classroom.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/dig-a-little-deeper-houseplants-care-guide/ LOCATION:ONLINE ZOOM PRESENTATION CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,House Plants ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/houseplants_featured_image_winterEvM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260215T185506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T185509Z UID:10001178-1774692000-1774706400@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Friends of Urban Agriculture Plot Against Hunger Spring Garden Kickoff DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Urban Agriculture (FOUA) Plot Against Hunger Spring Kickoff! \n\n\n\nFor all those interested in providing fresh food for their hungry neighbors\, join FOUA and Extension Master Gardeners to learn about good gardening practices: \n\n\n\n\nHands-on workshops\n\n\n\nEducational garden classes. \n\n\n\nPick up free seeds and seedlings as well as knowledge. \n\n\n\nExtension Master Gardeners will be on site. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information go to: https://arlingtonurbanag.org/2026-spring-garden-kickoff/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/foua-plot-against-hunger-spring-garden-kickoff-2026/ LOCATION:Marymount University’s Ballston Campus\, 1000 N Glebe Rd\, Arlington\, Virginia CATEGORIES:Community Events,Urban Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Spring-Garden-Kickoff-SAVE-THE-DATE-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260310T223625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T182149Z UID:10001184-1775815200-1775818800@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Roots in Harmony DESCRIPTION:Designing a Multi-Functional Garden Ecosystem\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Procedure – Virtual Class: \n\n\n\nRegistration is directly via Zoom; you will receive the confirmation with the Zoom link right away. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/YNZhM7F9R3G6sUHaGDE0Mw\n\n\n\nClass Description \n\n\n\nJoin Extension Master Gardener Faatimah Muhammad in a one-hour class to explore the art and science of combination gardening\, an approach that blends pollinator plants with culinary herbs and vegetables to cultivate a resilient\, biodiverse ecosystem. Learn how strategic plant pairings can improve soil health\, naturally deter pests\, and attract beneficial insects\, all while creating a vibrant\, edible landscape. \n\n\n\n\n\nHerbaceous perennials Baptisia tinctoria and B. australis (yellow and blue wild indigo) and Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) and other shrubs in a residential landscape in May. Photo © Christa Watters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter you register\, \n\n\n\n\nYou will receive an immediate email Zoom confirmation with the link to the class and some registration questions.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION – make sure to check your SPAM folder.\n\n\n\nYou will receive a reminder confirmation with resource materials the day before the class. \n\n\n\nPlease add events@mgnv.org and webmaster@mgnv.org to your address book\, so that emails from MGNV do not go into your spam or junk folder.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration stays open until the end of the meeting. \n\n\n\nIf you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation\, please notify Sarah Calhoun\, Unit Administrator at (703) 228 6400 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120. \n\n\n\nIf you enjoy our free Public Education offerings\, please consider making a donation to MGNV to support our quality educational classes.\n\n\n\nCan’t join us for a live online presentation? Video recordings of the sessions are posted to the Master Gardener Virtual Classroom.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/roots-in-harmony-2026/ LOCATION:ONLINE ZOOM PRESENTATION CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Sustainable Landscaping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Baptisia_tinctoriayellow_wild_indigo_Baptisia_australisblue-false-indigo_Rosmarinus-oficinalisrosemary_05.09.19Alex.CRWDSCN8647-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260320T180700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T152529Z UID:10001219-1776506400-1776517200@mgnv.org SUMMARY:YMCA Healthy Kids Day DESCRIPTION:Join Us at YMCA Alexandria Healthy Kids Day 2026!\n\n\n\nRight across the parking lot from the Simpson Park Demonstration Garden \n\n\n\nGet ready for a fun-filled day at the YMCA Alexandria! This is your chance to enjoy exciting activities\, meet new friends\, and celebrate health and happiness in person. Bring your energy and enthusiasm—there’s something awesome waiting for kids of all ages. Extension Master Gardeners from the Simpson Park Demonstration Garden will be there to work with kids on fun gardening activities. \n\n\n\nReserve a spot!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/ymca-healthy-kids-day-2026/ LOCATION:YMCA Alexandria\, 420 East Monroe Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301 CATEGORIES:Community Events,Simpson Park Demonstration Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/healthy_kids_day_header2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260220T232221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T232225Z UID:10001179-1776506400-1776524400@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Spring Celebration and Plant Sale at Glencarlyn Library Garden DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Earth Day and Arbor Day at the annual Spring Celebration and Plant Sale at the Glencarlyn Library Community Garden. An abundance of nature-related activities and products will be available. Small Trees Make Big Canopies will be giving away saplings during the event and there will paper crafts and other kids’ activities. Stock up on native plants from Hill House Nursery and plants propagated from the Library Garden. Items for sale include hand-made ceramics and jewelry\, recycled bags\, floral boxes & cards\, and used books from the Friends of Arlington Libraries. The oldest house in Arlington\, the Ball-Sellers House\, will be open to visitors. Representatives from Northern Virginia Bird Alliance Wildlife Sanctuary Program and Arlington Regional Master Naturalists as well as Extension Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. All proceeds will support Master Gardeners of Northern Virginia. For more information email glencarlynlibraygarden@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/spring-celebration-plant-sale-glencarlyn-2026/ LOCATION:Glencarlyn Library Community Garden\, 300 South Kensington Street\, Arlington\, Virginia\, 22204 CATEGORIES:Glencarlyn Library Community Garden,Plant Sale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Spring-Celebration-2023-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T153000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260403T222747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T222749Z UID:10001220-1776607200-1776612600@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Yes! You Can Grow Vegetables in Containers - and Your Kids Can Help!  DESCRIPTION:Tomatoes growing in a container. Photo © Benton Murphy\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease join Extension Master Gardners at a workshop on how to grow vegetables in containers. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a newbie\, this class is for you. We’ll cover container gardening basics — including soil medium\, pots\, popular plants (tomatoes!)\, watering guidelines\, and pest management. Bring your questions. We’ll also provide resources for additional information.  \n\n\n\n      Email tara.mccarthy@mgnv.org for questions and to sign up.  \n\n\n\nYMCA Alexandria420 East Monroe AvenueAlexandria\, VA 22301 \n\n\n\nRight across the parking lot from the Simpson Park Demonstration Garden! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/yes-you-can-grow-vegetables-in-containers-and-your-kids-can-help/ LOCATION:YMCA Alexandria\, 420 East Monroe Avenue\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22301 CATEGORIES:Vegetable Gardening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/vegetable_collection-11_aug_kmcg_662.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260311T011211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T163111Z UID:10001185-1777024800-1777030200@mgnv.org SUMMARY:The Top 10 Vegetables to Grow in Your Garden DESCRIPTION:Registration Procedure: \n\n\n\nRegistration is directly via Zoom; you will receive the confirmation with the Zoom link right away. \n\n\n\nRegister:https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/y9Y0wQ6jTQqyv1l3wZCoGg \n\n\n\nClass Description \n\n\n\nThere are dozens\, maybe hundreds\, of vegetables that you could choose to grow in your garden. Join Extension Master Gardeners Dona Lee and Susan Wilhelm as they discuss ten vegetables that meet one of these criteria: easy to grow\, fun/interesting\, nutritious\, great taste\, lots of variety\, and good return on investment. They will describe the vegetable\, provide care tips\, identify diseases or pests to look out for\, and highlight varieties that work well in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 and 8. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto of lettuces by Susan Wilhelm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter you register\, \n\n\n\n\nYou will receive an immediate email Zoom confirmation with the link to the class and some registration questions.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION – make sure to check your SPAM folder.\n\n\n\nYou will receive a reminder confirmation with resource materials the day before the class. \n\n\n\nPlease add events@mgnv.org and webmaster@mgnv.org to your address book\, so that emails from MGNV do not go into your spam or junk folder.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration stays open until the end of the meeting. \n\n\n\nIf you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation\, please notify Sarah Calhoun\, Unit Administrator at (703) 228 6400 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120. \n\n\n\nIf you enjoy our free Public Education offerings\, please consider making a donation to MGNV to support our quality educational classes.\n\n\n\nCan’t join us for a live online presentation? Video recordings of the sessions are posted to the Master Gardener Virtual Classroom.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/the-top-10-vegetables-to-grow-in-your-garden/ LOCATION:ONLINE ZOOM PRESENTATION CATEGORIES:Vegetable Gardening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/lettuce_SusanW.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260311T012334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T012337Z UID:10001186-1777201200-1777222800@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Langston Boulevard Earth Day Every Day Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for Langston’s 5th annual Earth Day Every Day Festival! This family-friendly event has something for everyone! There will be live music\, art vendors\, local food and more. Look for Extension Master Gardeners to answer your questions about Spring planting and more! For more information go to: https://langstonblvdalliance.com/event/earth-day-every-day/ \n\n\n\nIn front of the Lee Heights Shops at 4500 Cherry Hill Road \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/langston-boulevard-earth-day-every-day-festival-3/ LOCATION:Virginia CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/earth_day_featured_event.png ORGANIZER;CN="Langston Boulevard Alliance":MAILTO:contact@langstonblvdalliance.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260311T012300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T130122Z UID:10001187-1777204800-1777219200@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Del Ray GardenFest DESCRIPTION:GardenFest is a fun\, free\, educational afternoon of garden-centric demonstrations\, informational booths\, and interactive activities. Extension Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer your garden-related questions. \n\n\n\nGardenFest is hosted annually by the Del Ray Citizens Association (DRCA). \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nColasanto Park Baseball FieldCommonwealth Ave x Mt Vernon Ave \n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/del-ray-gardenfest-2026/ LOCATION:Virginia CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_0368.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260411T163207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T163240Z UID:10001221-1777629600-1777635000@mgnv.org SUMMARY:The Kitchen Herb Garden DESCRIPTION:Registration Procedure: \n\n\n\nRegistration is directly via Zoom; you will receive the confirmation with the Zoom link right away. \n\n\n\nRegister: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/Ad7zKlGbStWBuJiiMZe0ow \n\n\n\nClass Description \n\n\n\nEnjoy the flavor\, health\, and convenience of growing your own kitchen herbs\, and be inspired by simple and beautiful herb garden designs for small outdoor spaces. Join Extension Master Gardener Kathryn Kellam to discover the many delicious herbs and spices you can grow in your garden; herbs you can grow on a windowsill; and how to nurture and harvest these wonderful superfoods for year-round use. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nA mix of herbs and natives\, inlcuiding rosemary\, sage\, thyme\, tarragon \,and mint in containers. Photo © 2018 Elena Rodriguez\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter you register\, \n\n\n\n\nYou will receive an immediate email Zoom confirmation with the link to the class and some registration questions.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION – make sure to check your SPAM folder.\n\n\n\nYou will receive a reminder confirmation with resource materials the day before the class. \n\n\n\nPlease add events@mgnv.org and webmaster@mgnv.org to your address book\, so that emails from MGNV do not go into your spam or junk folder.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration stays open until the end of the meeting. \n\n\n\nIf you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation\, please notify Sarah Calhoun\, Unit Administrator at (703) 228 6400 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120. \n\n\n\nIf you enjoy our free Public Education offerings\, please consider making a donation to MGNV to support our quality educational classes.\n\n\n\nCan’t join us for a live online presentation? Video recordings of the sessions are posted to the Master Gardener Virtual Classroom.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/the-kitchen-herb-garden/ LOCATION:ONLINE ZOOM PRESENTATION CATEGORIES:Vegetable Gardening ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Herb_Garden_Bed_4_May_2020_RC-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260411T164056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T164059Z UID:10001222-1778839200-1778844600@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Inviting Nature In: Creating Outdoor Spaces that Support Wildlife DESCRIPTION:Registration Procedure: \n\n\n\nRegistration is directly via Zoom; you will receive the confirmation with the Zoom link right away. \n\n\n\nRegister: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/Po5VxFoaSr6psDqf8r4auw \n\n\n\nClass Description \n\n\n\nNo matter the size of your yard\, you can create an inviting space that supports wildlife year-round. Each of us can play an important role in supporting native plants and animals in the face of challenges like habitat loss\, declining biodiversity and climate change. Join Master Naturalist Amy Bolton to discuss how to incorporate the basic needs for wildlife into your outdoor space. Learn how choosing a few strategic plants can attract a host of birds\, butterflies and mammals. Be surprised at the biodiversity you can support by planting native plants and creating a four-season habitat. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nEastern tiger swallowtail (Papilio glaucus) butterfly on Cephalanthus occidentalis (Buttonbush) in August.Photo © Christa Watters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter you register\, \n\n\n\n\nYou will receive an immediate email Zoom confirmation with the link to the class and some registration questions.PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION – make sure to check your SPAM folder.\n\n\n\nYou will receive a reminder confirmation with resource materials the day before the class. \n\n\n\nPlease add events@mgnv.org and webmaster@mgnv.org to your address book\, so that emails from MGNV do not go into your spam or junk folder.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration stays open until the end of the meeting. \n\n\n\nIf you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation\, please notify Sarah Calhoun\, Unit Administrator at (703) 228 6400 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120. \n\n\n\nIf you enjoy our free Public Education offerings\, please consider making a donation to MGNV to support our quality educational classes.\n\n\n\nCan’t join us for a live online presentation? Video recordings of the sessions are posted to the Master Gardener Virtual Classroom.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/inviting-nature-in-to-support-wildlife/ LOCATION:ONLINE ZOOM PRESENTATION CATEGORIES:Beneficial Insects,Best Management Practices ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Northern_mockingbird_with_Lonicera_sempervirens-Berry_Oct_MMF.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260306T161441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T172953Z UID:10001181-1778922000-1778943600@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Green Spring Gardens: Spring Garden Day – MGNV Plant Sale! DESCRIPTION:Here’s your chance to meet with VCE Arlington/Alexandria Extension Master Gardeners to choose the perfect plants for your garden!  If you are planning to start or add to a native plant collection\, they will help with plant selection\, planting advice\, and answer all your questions.  In addition\, there will be artists\, food vendors\, and bake sales. This event is hosted by Friends of Green Spring Gardens (FROGS).  Free. Questions? Telephone FROGS at 703-642-5173 or email info@friendsofgreenspring.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/green-spring-gardens-mgnv-plant-sale-2026/ LOCATION:Green Spring Gardens\, 4603 Green Spring Rd\, Alexandria\, Virginia\, 22312 CATEGORIES:Plant Sale ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/greenspring2_2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260411T173357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T003044Z UID:10001223-1779012000-1779012000@mgnv.org SUMMARY:Small Space Garden Kid’s Program – Sensory Gardens DESCRIPTION:Read a story with Extension Master Gardeners and experience one of the senses of the garden: See\, Feel\, Smell\, Taste\, and Hear as the garden wakes up for spring! \n\n\n\nStarting with Seeing\, we’ll read Swirl by Swirl: Spirals in Nature by Joyce Sidman with pictures by Beth Krommes (HarperCollins Publishers\, 2011) and children will plant sunflower seeds.  \n\n\n\n\n\nllustrated by Beth Krommes. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt\, 2011 Used by permission from Joyce Sidman.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/small-space-garden-kids-program-sensory-gardens/ LOCATION:Small Space Garden\, Fairlington Community Center 3308 S. Stafford St.\, Arlington\, Virginia\, 22206 CATEGORIES:Small Space Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/swirlbyswirl_book_jacket_fi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T194500 DTSTAMP:20260423T065554 CREATED:20260411T174758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T174928Z UID:10001240-1779300900-1779306300@mgnv.org SUMMARY:🌱 Arlington Central Library Plant Clinic DESCRIPTION:The Plant Clinic at Arlington Central Library is staffed by Extension Master Gardeners\, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request. The clinic is located in the Lobby of the Library. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)\n Pinterest\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n More\n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Telegram (Opens in new window)\n Telegram\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n Mastodon\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor URL:https://mgnv.org/event/%f0%9f%8c%b1-arlington-central-library-plant-clinic/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:Arlington Central Library\, 1015 N. Quincy Street\, Arlington\, Virginia CATEGORIES:Plant Clinics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mgnv.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/apl_logo.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR