BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/New_York X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1509@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T160000 DTSTAMP:20251007T175627Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-2026-em g-basic-training-floyd-and-clark-counties/ SUMMARY:Spring 2026 EMG Basic Training – Floyd and Clark Counties DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Th ursdays\, January 8 – April 15\, 2026.  There will be two trainings: 1P M - 4PM and 6PM - 9PM. This training will be in-person. For more informati on and to apply\, contact\n\n \n\n Floyd County - Gina Anderson at gmand ers@purdue.edu\n Clark County - Heidi Potter at hlpotter@purdue.edu\n\n\n \n \; CATEGORIES:Floyd County,Clark County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training LOCATION:Purdue Extension - Floyd County\, 3000 Technology Ave.\, New Alban y\, IN\, United States GEO:38.338722;-85.798778 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=3000 Technology Ave.\, New Albany\, IN\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Purdue Extension - Floyd County:geo:38.338722,-85.798778 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1508@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T210000 DTSTAMP:20251002T203432Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-2026-em g-basic-training-johnson-county/ SUMMARY:Spring 2026 EMG Basic Training – Johnson County DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held We dnesdays\, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. January 21 – April 29\, 2026.  This train ing will be in-person. For more information and to apply\, contact Shalee Bradley at sdaming@purdue.edu. CATEGORIES:Johnson County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training LOCATION:Purdue Extension - Johnson County\, 484 N. Morton St.\, Franklin\, IN\, 46131\, United States GEO:39.485048;-86.066046 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=484 N. Morton St.\, Frankli n\, IN\, 46131\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Purdue Extension - Johnson County:geo:39.485048,-86.066046 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1511@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T210000 DTSTAMP:20251121T205110Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-2026-em g-basic-training-hendricks-county/ SUMMARY:Spring 2026 EMG Basic Training – Hendricks County DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Mo ndays\, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. January 26 – May 4\, 2026.  This training wi ll be in-person. For more information and to apply\, contact Jeff Pell at jpell@purdue.edu. CATEGORIES:2026 Purdue MG Basic Training,Hendricks County LOCATION:Purdue Extension - Hendricks County\, 1900 E Main Street\, Danvill e\, IN\, 46122\, United States GEO:39.7632871;-86.48749279999998 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1900 E Main Street\, Danvil le\, IN\, 46122\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Purdue Extensio n - Hendricks County:geo:39.7632871,-86.48749279999998 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1505@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T180000 DTSTAMP:20250911T155013Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-2026-em g-basic-training-grant-county/ SUMMARY:Spring 2026 EMG Basic Training – Grant County DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Tu esdays\, 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. February 2 – April 28\, 2026.  This trainin g will be in-person. For more information and to apply\, contact Jessica T hurman at jthurman24@purdue.edu. CATEGORIES:Grant County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training LOCATION:Marion VA Greenhouse\, Building 173\, 1700 East 38th Street\, Mar ion\, IN\, 46953\, United States GEO:40.523437;-85.629884 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS= 1700 East 38th Street\, Ma rion\, IN\, 46953\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Marion VA Gre enhouse\, Building 173:geo:40.523437,-85.629884 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1507@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T203000 DTSTAMP:20260123T152303Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/2026-statewide -virtual-purdue-extension-master-gardener-basic-training/ SUMMARY:2026 Statewide Virtual Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Train ing DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed! \n\nThe Purdue Extension Master Ga rdener (EMG) Program will hold a statewide virtual Extension Master Garden er Basic Training on Tuesdays\, February 3 through May 5\, 2026\, from 6:3 0-8:30 PM ET / 5:30-7:30 PM CT via live webinars. Final exam given after M ay 5.  There will also be a weekly local connection hour with your county 's Extension Master Gardener coordinator. The day\, time\, and place for t he local connection hour will be determined by your county's EMG coordinat or and could be in person\, a virtual web meeting\, or a combination of bo th (see meeting time information below).\n\nPlease note: Attendance at the live scheduled statewide webinars and county connections is required to c omplete the EMG Basic Training. Watching recorded sessions for an unexpect ed absence(s) should be discussed with the hosting EMG County Coordinator. \nTentative Statewide Webinar Schedule\n\n\n\nJanuary 27\nTest Connect Ses sion (optional) – test your connection and become familiar with virtual platform\n\n\nFebruary 3\nPurdue EMG Orientation\n\n\nFebruary 10\nPlant S cience\n\n\nFebruary 17\nSoils and Plant Nutrition\n\n\nFebruary 24\nInvas ive Species\n\n\nMarch 3\nPlant Disease Diagnosis\n\n\nMarch 10\nWeed ID a nd Control\n\n\nMarch 17\nAnimal Pests\n\n\nMarch 24\nPesticide Safety and Alternatives\n\n\nMarch 31\nFruit Gardening\n\n\nApril 7\nHerbaceous Orna mentals\n\n\nApril 14\nWoody Ornamentals\n\n\nApril 21\nInsect ID and Cont rol\n\n\nApril 28\nLawn Care\n\n\nMay 5\nVegetable Gardening\n\n\nAfter Ma y 5\nFinal Exam and post-program survey\n\n\n\nSteps for Participating in the Training\nStep 1: Application:  Deadline is January 14\, 2026\, 11:59 pm (ET)\nContact a hosting EMG County Coordinator and they will send you the application information (see below). If you don't see your county list ed\, you may be able to complete the training through one of the host coun ties listed below and transfer to your home county to volunteer. Applicant s must be 18 years of age or older to participate. \nStep 2: Registration and Fees (After your application is approved\, you will receive registrat ion and payment information from your host EMG County Coordinator.)\n\n $ 185.00 for an individual registration with print version of Purdue EMG Man ual.\n $290.00 for two people sharing a print version of the Purdue EMG M anual\, both will need application approval prior to registering and payin g.\n Participants will be able to purchase a digital version of the manua l for an additional $25.00.\n\nSpring 2026 Virtual EMG Basic Training Host Counties and Contacts \n(If you don't see your county listed\, you may be able to complete the training through one of the host counties listed bel ow and transfer to your home county for volunteer service.) \n\n Allen\n \n Cora Hill: hill272@purdue.edu\n County Connection: Live virtual only\ , Mondays\, 6:30 - 7:30 pm (ET)\n\n\n Boone\n\n Andrea Hatfield: alhatfi e@purdue.edu\n County Connection: In-person\, every other Thursday\, 6:30 -8:30 pm (ET)\n\n\n Fountain/Warren/Benton\n\n Adam Tyler (Fountain): ty lerat@purdue.edu\n Jon Charlesworth (Warren/Benton): charles6@purdue.edu\ n County Connection: Live virtual only\, Tuesdays\, 5:00 - 6:00 pm (ET)\n \n\n Hamilton\n\n Courtney Lockwood: tate9@purdue.edu\n County Connecti on: In-person\, every other Thursday\, 6-8 pm (ET)\n\n\n Hancock/Shelby\n \n Lais McCartney: lmccartn@purdue.edu\n County Connection: In-person wi th live virtual option\, Tuesdays\, 6:00-6:25 and 8:35 - 9:00 pm (ET)\n\n\ n Knox/Daviess\n\n Valerie Clingerman (Knox): clingerman@purdue.edu\n S arah Brackney (Daviess): sbrackne@purdue.edu\n County Connection: Live vi rtual\, Wednesdays\, 6:00 - 7:00 pm (ET). All are live virtual except Febr uary 25 (in-person) and a graduation party (in-person)\, May 13.\n\n\n Ma rion\n\n Carey Grable: cagrable@purdue.edu\n County Connection: Live vir tual only\, Thursdays\, 5:30 pm (ET)\n\n\n Monroe/Brown/Lawrence\n\n Mar y Callahan (Brown/Monroe): mccallag@purdue.edu\n Kassi Shelton (Lawrence) :  kas@purdue.edu\n County Connection: In-person with virtual option\, W ednesdays\, 6:00 - 7:00 pm (ET)\n\n\n Newton\n\n Jamie Reed: reed258@pur due.edu\n County Connection: In-person with virtual option\, Wednesdays\, 5:30 - 6:30 pm (CT)\n\n\n Tipton/Howard\n\n Mathias Ingle (Howard): rmi ngle@purdue.edu\n Diana Davis (Tipton): ddavis36@purdue.edu\n County Con nection: Live virtual only\, Time TBD\n\n\n Vigo\n\n Tabby Flinn: carrol l@purdue.edu\n County Connection: Live virtual only\, Tuesdays\, 5:30 - 6 :30 pm (ET)\n\n\n Wayne\n\n Beth Vansickle (Madison/Wayne interim): bleo nhar@purdue.edu\n County Connection: In-person with virtual option if nee ded\, Tuesdays\, Time TBD.\n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact m astergardener@purdue.edu.\n\nPurdue University prohibits discrimination ag ainst any member of the University community on the basis of race\, religi on\, color\, sex\, age\, national origin or ancestry\, genetic information \, marital status\, parental status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity and expression\, disability\, or status as a veteran.\n\nIf you are in ne ed of accommodations to attend this event\, please call John Orick at 765- 496-7956 or by email at orick@purdue.edu no later than January 14\,  20 26. If you have dietary needs\, please denote that during the conference r egistration process.\n\nIf you need an interpreter or translator\, please contact John Orick at 765-496-7956 or by email at orick@purdue.edu no lat er than January 14\, 2026.\n\n \; CATEGORIES:2026 Purdue MG Basic Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1510@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T160000 DTSTAMP:20251114T154744Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-2026-em g-basic-training-jefferson-switzerland-and-jennings-counties/ SUMMARY:Spring 2026 EMG Basic Training – Jefferson\, Switzerland\, and Je nnings Counties DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Th ursdays\, 1:00 - 4:00 PM\, February 5 – May 7\, 2026.  This training wi ll be in-person. For more information and to apply\, contact Britt Copelan d\, copelanb@purdue.edu. CATEGORIES:Jefferson County,Jennings County,Switzerland County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training LOCATION:Purdue Extension - Jefferson County\, 3767 State Road 256\, Madiso n\, IN\, 47250\, United States GEO:38.737949;-85.45668 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=3767 State Road 256\, Madis on\, IN\, 47250\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Purdue Extensio n - Jefferson County:geo:38.737949,-85.45668 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1503@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T120000 DTSTAMP:20250908T131722Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-2026-em g-basic-training-huntington-miami-and-wabash-counties/ SUMMARY:Spring 2026 EMG Basic Training – Huntington\, Miami\, and Wabash Counties DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Fr idays\, 9:00 AM – Noon\, February 2 – June 5\, 2026.  This training w ill be in-person and held at various locations in Huntington\, Miami\, and Wabash Counties. For more information and to apply\, contact\n\n Hunting ton County - Ed Farris at emfarris@purdue.edu\n Miami County - Courtney S chmidt at schmi163@purdue.edu\n Wabash County - Geoff Schortgen at gschor tg@purdue.edu\n CATEGORIES:Huntington County,Wabash County,Miami County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1530@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T210000 DTSTAMP:20260203T161836Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-2026-em g-basic-training-madison-delaware-and-henry-counties/ SUMMARY:Spring 2026 EMG Basic Training – Madison\, Delaware\, and Henry C ounties DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Tu esdays &\; Thursday\, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\, March 5 – April 23\, 2026 .  This training will be in-person. For more information and to apply\, c ontact Beth Vansickle at bvansickle@purdue.edu. CATEGORIES:Madison County,Delaware County,Henry County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training LOCATION:Daleville High School\, 8400 Bronco Dr\, Daleville\, IN\, 47334\, United States GEO:40.118468;-85.554535 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=8400 Bronco Dr\, Daleville\ , IN\, 47334\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Daleville High Sch ool:geo:40.118468,-85.554535 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1517@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T120000 DTSTAMP:20260114T183727Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-2026-em g-basic-training-posey-vanderburgh-and-warrick-counties/ SUMMARY:Spring 2026 EMG Basic Training – Posey\, Vanderburgh\, and Warric k Counties DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Tu esdays\, 9:00 a.m. – Noon\, March 10 – June 6\, 2026.  This training will be in-person. For more information and to apply\, contact Amanda Brad shaw Burks at bradshaa@purdue.edu. CATEGORIES:Warrick County,Posey County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training,Vanderburgh County LOCATION:Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library - Central Branch\, 200 SE Ma rtin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Evansville\, IN\, 47713\, United States GEO:37.971971;-87.564883 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=200 SE Martin Luther King J r Blvd\, Evansville\, IN\, 47713\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITL E=Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library - Central Branch:geo:37.971971,-87 .564883 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1527@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260205T212530Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/purdue-extensi on-monthly-hot-topics-growing-natives-in-indiana/ SUMMARY:Purdue Extension Monthly Hot Topics: Growing Natives in Indiana DESCRIPTION:\n\nEach month join a Purdue Extension Professional or Partner through this free\, live\, virtual program as they discuss their research and hot topics in their area of expertise.\n\nApril 9\, join Amy Thompson\ , Extension Specialist\, Diversified Farming\, as she talks about growing natives in Indiana.\n\nRegister at https://forms.gle/f6B38ecMiANDL3NQA. (R egister once for any/all sessions).\n\nMissed a session? Watch the recordi ng on the Purdue Extension Hot Topic YouTube Channel.\n\n \; CATEGORIES:MG Continuing Education Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1539@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260319T135821Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-forward -seedling-next-steps/ SUMMARY:Spring Forward: Seedling Next Steps DESCRIPTION:\n\nThe Hancock Master Gardener Association returns with Part T wo of the Winter Sowing Class series: Spring Forward: Seedling Next Steps. Participants will learn how to successfully transition native plant seedl ings started over the winter into healthy\, thriving plants ready for the growing season.\n\nGuest presenter Brooke Alford of the Indiana Native Pla nt Society will share practical tips for adding native plants to existing garden beds. Topics include choosing the right plant for the right place\, along with care &\; maintenance techniques for long-term success. Crea tive container ideas for enhancing home landscapes will also be shared.\n\ nEducational stations on a variety of gardening topics will be available t hroughout the program\, making this a great opportunity to get the gardeni ng season off to a strong start.\n\nThis program is free &\; open to th e public. Attendees are welcome to enjoy educational resources\, refreshme nts\, door prizes\, &\; the opportunity to connect with fellow gardener s.\n\nRegister\n\nA satellite session for this workshop will also be held at the same time in Vernon Township at 602 Vitality Drive\, Fortville\, IN 46040\n(the Trustee's Office next to the fire station). If you would like to attend the workshop in Fortville\, please contact Flory May at florylm ay@gmail.com. CATEGORIES:Hancock County,EMG Association Public Education Events LOCATION:Sugar Creek Library\, 731 West US 52\, New Palestine\, IN\, 46140\ , United States GEO:39.722003;-85.895781 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=731 West US 52\, New Palest ine\, IN\, 46140\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Sugar Creek Li brary:geo:39.722003,-85.895781 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1538@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000 DTSTAMP:20260310T151542Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/gardening-for- all-ages-spring-garden-show/ SUMMARY:Gardening For All Ages - Spring Garden Show DESCRIPTION:\nHendricks County Master Gardeners 39th Annual Spring Garden S how\nGardening For All Ages\nSaturday\, April 25\, 2026\n9 AM - 4 PM\nHend ricks County 4-H Fairgrounds Expo Hall and Conference Center\n1900 E. Main St.\, Danville\, IN\nFree admission.\nSee full event schedule.\n\n Free Trees and Seeds\n Over 50 Vendors\n Gardening Classes\n Demonstrations\ n Food Trucks\n Children's Area\n Garden Desk Help\n Gardener's Closet \n CATEGORIES:EMG Association Garden Fairs and Plant Sales,EMG Association Public Education Events,Hendricks County LOCATION:Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds\, 1900 E. Main Street\, Danville\ , IN\, 46122\, United States GEO:39.7629143;-86.4877937 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1900 E. Main Street\, Danvi lle\, IN\, 46122\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Hendricks Coun ty 4-H Fairgrounds:geo:39.7629143,-86.4877937 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1532@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T150000 DTSTAMP:20260209T204153Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/pollinator-day -2026/ SUMMARY:Pollinator Day 2026 DESCRIPTION:\n\nJoin us for our annual Pollinator Day for family-friendly f un!\n\nSaturday\, April 25\n10AM–3PM\nPurdue Research Park\n3000 Technol ogy Ave.\nNew Albany\, IN\n\nEnjoy hands-on activities\, games\, crafts\, local vendors\, food trucks\, native trees and seeds\, and info-packed boo ths!\nEducational Classes \n\n Pollinator Pockets: Cara Bezuska (Purdue E xtension Master Gardener &\; Indiana Master Naturalist)\n Prescribed B urns: Jarred Brooke (Purdue University Extension Wildlife Specialist)\n CATEGORIES:Floyd County,EMG Association Public Education Events LOCATION:Purdue Research Park of Southeast Indiana\, 3000 Technology Ave\, New Albany\, IN\, 47150\, United States GEO:38.338722;-85.798778 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=3000 Technology Ave\, New A lbany\, IN\, 47150\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Purdue Resea rch Park of Southeast Indiana:geo:38.338722,-85.798778 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1540@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260501 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260503 DTSTAMP:20260319T140503Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/spring-plant-s ale/ SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:\n\nHancock County Master Gardener Association Annual Spring Pl ant Sale!\n\nFriday 8:00am - 6:00pm\nSaturday 8:00am - 3:00pm\n\nAnnuals\, Perennials\, Indoor\, Outdoor\, Hanging Baskets\, Vegetables\, Herbs\, &a mp\; Kids Activities!\n\nCash and Card Accepted.\n\nWebsite for pre-sale A pril 21st - 28th\nFacebook event Friday\nFacebook event Saturday CATEGORIES:Hancock County,EMG Association Garden Fairs and Plant Sales LOCATION:Hancock County Fairgrounds\, 620 Apple St.\, Greenfield\, IN\, 461 40\, United States GEO:39.7911624;-85.7570978 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=620 Apple St.\, Greenfield\ , IN\, 46140\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Hancock County Fai rgrounds:geo:39.7911624,-85.7570978 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1543@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160547Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/madison-county -master-gardeners-plant-sale/ SUMMARY:Madison County Master Gardener's Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:\nMadison County Master Gardener’s\nANNUAL PLANT &\; RUMM AGE SALE\nVariety of Vendors on Site\nMay 9\, 2026    9:00AM - 1:00PM\n Alexandria 4-H Fairgrounds\n512 E. 4th St.\, Alexandria\, IN 46001\nNative Flowers  -  Day Lilies  -  Hostas  -  Houseplants - Vegetables  -   and More!\n\n\n Wagons Welcomed (and encouraged)\n Free Bare Root Tre es (while supplies last)\n Garden Gloves Available for Purchase\n Master Gardener Available for Q &\; A\n Cash\, Checks\, Debit/Credit Cards A ccepted\n No dogs except for certified Service Dogs (with official Servic e Dog vest)\n CATEGORIES:Madison County,EMG Association Garden Fairs and Plant Sales LOCATION:Madison County 4-H Fairgrounds\, 512 E. 4th Street\, Alexandria\, IN\, 46001\, United States GEO:40.2559663;-85.66762829999999 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=512 E. 4th Street\, Alexand ria\, IN\, 46001\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Madison County 4-H Fairgrounds:geo:40.2559663,-85.66762829999999 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1528@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260205T212534Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/purdue-extensi on-monthly-hot-topics-harvest-small-gardening/ SUMMARY:Purdue Extension Monthly Hot Topics: Harvest Gardening/Small Garden ing DESCRIPTION:\n\nEach month join a Purdue Extension Professional or Partner through this free\, live\, virtual program as they discuss their research and hot topics in their area of expertise.\n\nMay 14\, join Chris Adair\, Purdue Student Farm Manager\, as he talks about harvest and small gardenin g.\n\nRegister at https://forms.gle/f6B38ecMiANDL3NQA. (Register once for any/all sessions).\n\nMissed a session? Watch the recording on the Purdue Extension Hot Topic YouTube Channel.\n\n \; CATEGORIES:MG Continuing Education Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1521@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260127T201340Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/27th-annual-ha milton-county-master-gardeners-association-plant-and-iris-sale/ SUMMARY:27th Annual Hamilton County Master Gardeners Association Plant and Iris Sale DESCRIPTION:\n\nHamilton County Master Gardeners Association 27th Annual Pl ant Sale\n\nSaturday\, May 16\, 2026\n8:00 AM - 3:00 PM\n\nHamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds\n2003 Pleasant St.\nNoblesville\, IN 46060\n\nShop from o ur large selection of plants\, including:\n\n Native plants\n Hostas\n Perennials\n Vegetables\n Water plants\n some Shrubs and Small Trees\n\ nBearded Iris dug to order from our own beds!\n\nBring your own Wagon.\n\n Free gardening information and expert planting advice!\n\nCash\, Credit Ca rd or Check for payment. CATEGORIES:Hamilton County,EMG Association Garden Fairs and Plant Sales LOCATION:Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds\, 2003 Pleasant St.\, Noblesville\ , IN\, 46060\, United States GEO:40.038718;-85.99915799999996 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=2003 Pleasant St.\, Noblesv ille\, IN\, 46060\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Hamilton Coun ty 4-H Fairgrounds:geo:40.038718,-85.99915799999996 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1534@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260223T174534Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/buds-and-bids- plant-sale-and-auction-hendricks-county-master-gardeners/ SUMMARY:Buds and Bids - Plant Sale and Auction (Hendricks County Master Gar deners) DESCRIPTION:\n\n\nJoin the Hendricks County Master Gardeners for Buds and B ids\, a relaxed and fun plant sale and auction on Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026\ , from 2:00–8:00 PM at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds – Cartlidg e Barn.\n\nBrowse a wide selection of annuals\, perennials\, vegetables\, herbs\, shrubs\, trees\, and houseplants\, with prices starting at just $5 . Master Gardeners will be on hand throughout the event to offer planting and care advice\, making it a great opportunity for gardeners of all exper ience levels.\n\nEnjoy free admission and refreshments\, bid in hourly sil ent auctions\, and stay for the excitement of the live plant and garden au ction beginning at 7:00 PM.\n\nCash\, credit cards\, and checks are accept ed. Wagons or boxes are recommended to help carry your purchases.\n\nThis event is held in partnership with Purdue University Extension and the Purd ue Extension Master Gardener Program.\nPurdue University is an Equal Oppor tunity/Equal Access University. If you need accommodations or an interpret er/translator\, please contact the Hendricks County Extension Office at 31 7-745-9260 or hendrces@purdue.edu prior to the event.\n CATEGORIES:EMG Association Garden Fairs and Plant Sales,Hendricks County LOCATION:Hendricks County Fairgrounds - Cartlidge Barn\, 1900 E Main St.\, Danville\, IN\, 46122\, GEO:39.764656;-86.48985 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1900 E Main St.\, Danville\ , IN\, 46122\, ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Hendricks County Fairgrounds - Cartlidge Barn:geo:39.764656,-86.48985 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1523@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260127T203036Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/2026-emg-basic -training-porter-county/ SUMMARY:2026 EMG Basic Training - Porter County DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Mo ndays\, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Central Time) (with a one hour lunch break) J une 1 – July 13\, 2026.  This training will be in-person. For more info rmation and to apply\, contact Nikky Witkowski at nikky@purdue.edu. CATEGORIES:Porter County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training LOCATION:North Judson Library\, 208 Keller Ave.\, North Judson\, IN\, 46366 \, United States GEO:41.216079;-86.775944 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=208 Keller Ave.\, North Jud son\, IN\, 46366\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=North Judson L ibrary:geo:41.216079,-86.775944 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1529@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T130000 DTSTAMP:20260205T212539Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/purdue-extensi on-monthly-hot-topics-invasive-species/ SUMMARY:Purdue Extension Monthly Hot Topics: Invasive Species Update DESCRIPTION:\n\nEach month join a Purdue Extension Professional or Partner through this free\, live\, virtual program as they discuss their research and hot topics in their area of expertise.\n\nJune 11\, join Bob Bruner\, Exotic Forest Pest Educator\, as he provides an update on invasive species .\n\nRegister at https://forms.gle/f6B38ecMiANDL3NQA. (Register once for a ny/all sessions).\n\nMissed a session? Watch the recording on the Purdue E xtension Hot Topic YouTube Channel.\n\n \; CATEGORIES:MG Continuing Education Opportunities END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1535@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T210000 DTSTAMP:20260310T142106Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/2026-emg-basic -training-tippecanoe-fountain-warren-benton-counties/ SUMMARY:2026 EMG Basic Training - Tippecanoe\, Fountain\, Warren\, Benton C ounties DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Th ursdays\, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM\, August 6 – November 19\, 2026.  This tr aining will be in-person. For more information and to apply\, contact Dee Nicley (dnicley@purdue.edu)\, Adam Tyler (tylerat@purdue.edu) or Jon Charl esworth (charles6@purdue.edu). CATEGORIES:Tippecanoe County,Fountain County,Warren County,Benton County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training LOCATION:Purdue Extension Tippecanoe County\, 1950 South 18th St.\, Lafayet te\, IN\, 47905\, United States GEO:40.396579;-86.87817 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=1950 South 18th St.\, Lafay ette\, IN\, 47905\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Purdue Extens ion Tippecanoe County:geo:40.396579,-86.87817 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1541@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T170000 DTSTAMP:20260319T141445Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/2026-emg-basic -training-st-joseph-and-elkhart-counties/ SUMMARY:2026 EMG Basic Training - St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Tu esdays\, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM\, August 11 – November 17\, 2026.  This tr aining will be in-person.\n\nFirst 7 weeks - Elkhart: 17746 County Road 34 Ste E\, Goshen\, IN 46528\nLast 7 weeks - South Bend: 5117 S Ironwood Dr\ , South Bend\, IN 46614\n\nFor more information and to apply\, contact\n\n St. Joseph County: Emily Evers (everse@purdue.edu)\n Elkhart County: Ma rk Evans (mevans@purdue.edu)\n CATEGORIES:Elkhart County,St. Joseph County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training LOCATION:Purdue Extension - Elkhart County\, 17746 Co Rd 34\, Goshen\, IN\, 46528\, United States GEO:41.5780482;-85.80478049999999 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=17746 Co Rd 34\, Goshen\, I N\, 46528\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Purdue Extension - El khart County:geo:41.5780482,-85.80478049999999 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1542@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T203000 DTSTAMP:20260410T145829Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/2026-emg-basic -training-lake-county/ SUMMARY:2026 EMG Basic Training - Lake County DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held We dnesdays\, 5:30 - 8:30 PM (Central Time)\, August 12 – December 16\, 202 6.  This training will be in person. For more information and to apply\, contact Rebecca Koetz (busser@purdue.edu) or Dolly Foster (dolly@purdue.ed u). CATEGORIES:2026 Purdue MG Basic Training,Lake County LOCATION:Purdue Extension - Lake County\, 2293 N. Main St.\, Crown Point\, IN\, 46307\, United States GEO:41.4479418;-87.36856879999999 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=2293 N. Main St.\, Crown Po int\, IN\, 46307\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Purdue Extensi on - Lake County:geo:41.4479418,-87.36856879999999 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1544@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T210000 DTSTAMP:20260410T162343Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/2026-emg-basic -training-scott-and-washington-counties/ SUMMARY:2026 EMG Basic Training - Scott and Washington Counties DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held Tu esdays\, 6:00 - 9:00 PM\, September 5 – December 8\, 2026.  This traini ng will be in person. For more information and to apply\, contact Danielle Walker at dhowellw@purdue.edu. CATEGORIES:Scott County,Washington County,2026 Purdue MG Basic Training LOCATION:Purdue Extension - Washington County\, 806 Martinsburg Rd.\, Salem \, IN\, 47167\, United States X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=806 Martinsburg Rd.\, Salem \, IN\, 47167\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Purdue Extension - Washington County:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0-1536@purdue.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T200000 DTSTAMP:20260410T162205Z URL:https://www.purdue.edu/hla/sites/master-gardener/events/2026-emg-basic -training-gibson-county/ SUMMARY:2026 EMG Basic Training - Gibson County DESCRIPTION:Purdue Extension Master Gardener Basic Training will be held We dnesdays\, 5:00 - 6:00 PM (Central Time)\, September 8 – December 1\, 20 26.  This training will be hybrid. For more information and to apply\, co ntact Abby Paul at apaul1@purdue.edu. 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