2025 Winter Lecture Series & Mobile Help Desk

Name: 2025 Winter Lecture Series & Mobile Help Desk
Start: 2025-02-09T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-02-09T15:15:00-05:00
Location: Brittingham Midtown Community Center

Schedule

Sun Feb 09 2025 at 02:00 pm to 03:15 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Brittingham Midtown Community Center | Newport News, VA

Newport News Master Gardeners 2025 Winter Lecture Series
Free and open to the public with the beginning gardener in mind! Each lecture takes place at Brittingham-Midtown Community Center, 570 McLawhorne Drive Newport News, VA 23601
All lectures are geared towards older teens and adults who are beginner gardeners. Space is limited, free registration is required.
Register by calling 757-591-4853 or visit: https://tinyurl.com/25NNMGAWL to register online.
Our Mobile Help Desk will also be available before and after the lecture to answer your horticulture questions!
We can't wait to learn with you!
Horticulture Top 10, Sunday, February 9, 2025 2-3:15 PM
Horticultural best practices for all aspects of your landscape, based on the latest research.

Consider Lawn Reduction, Sunday, February 23, 2025 2-3:15 PM
Lawns in America - their history, cost and practical alternatives for reducing their size.

Why Native Plants Matter, Sunday, March 2, 2025 2-3:15 PM
Learn why native plants matter in our environment and how you can easily
introduce them into your landscape.

Landscaping Basics, Sunday, March 9, 2025 2-3:15 PM
Discover the basics of creating a beautiful and ecosystem-friendly landscape.

Growing Food, Sunday, March 16, 2025 2-3:15 PM
How to begin growing food successfully, no matter your garden size! We'll explore container and in-ground gardening, vibrant summer veggies to perennial berries, fruit, and herbs!

For all lectures: If you have questions about the program or if you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Newport News VCE Office at 757-591-4838 during business hours of 8AM and 5PM to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event.