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Native Plants for Your Garden
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Native Plants for Your Garden

Monday, April 23, 2018

Discover a selection of native flowers, shrubs, and trees that will add beauty to your landscape, are easy to grow, and readily found in garden centers. Learn how native plants are defined and how by adding them to the garden, they will enhance the health of the local ecosystem.Please contact the...

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INP Presents: Creating a Powerful Presentation
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INP Presents: Creating a Powerful Presentation

Tuesday, April 24, 2018

Most audiences would agree that Power Point is where many presentations go to die.PowerPoint can be a great tool to help you deliver your message but, used improperly, it robs your presentation of energy and actually turns your audience off. This workshop will help you change the way you app...

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Crops in Pots: Growing Vegetables in Containers
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Crops in Pots: Growing Vegetables in Containers

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

Even without a large garden, organically grown vegetables are possible on patios, balconies, and decks. By using the right container, rich soil, proper watering techniques, and maximum sunlight, lettuce, tomatoes, carrots and many more vegetables are steps away from the kitchen. With the addition...

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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018
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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018

Wednesday, May 2, 2018

The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of ...

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Dealing with Wildlife in Your Backyard
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Dealing with Wildlife in Your Backyard

Monday, May 7, 2018

Deer and other wildlife are a constant threat to your plantings and home gardens. This talk will address the primary wildlife challenges in our area. It will discuss the behaviors and habits of the primary invaders such as deer, rabbits, groundhogs and chipmunks and suggest viable options for l...

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Container Gardens for Spring and Summer
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Container Gardens for Spring and Summer

Tuesday, May 8, 2018

Decorate your patio, deck, and/or a hard-to-grow area of the garden with annuals, perennials, and bulbs in containers. This discussion explains the difference among the many materials used in planting containers; it also recommends the type of soil best used as well as techniques for watering and...

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Container Gardens for Spring and Summer
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Container Gardens for Spring and Summer

Thursday, May 17, 2018

Decorate your patio, deck, and/or a hard-to-grow area of the garden with annuals, perennials, and bulbs in containers. This discussion explains the difference among the many materials used in planting containers; it also recommends the type of soil best used as well as techniques for watering and...

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Gardening in the Shade
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Gardening in the Shade

Monday, May 21, 2018

Many Rockland gardeners begin with a sunny landscape, but as trees grow and mature, gardeners are faced with abundant shade. This is not a negative change as it opens up new possibilities for shrubs, perennials, and even annuals. This class will discuss the plants that are made for the shade and ...

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The Herb Garden
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The Herb Garden

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Herbs have enhanced our senses and have made our food more palatable since before history was recorded. Learn some of the fun facts as well as the practical aspects of having an herb garden of your own. This course will also instruct participants on how to preserve herbs.This program is being pre...

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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018
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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018

Wednesday, June 6, 2018

The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of ...

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Ornamental Grasses
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Ornamental Grasses

Wednesday, June 6, 2018

This program will introduce the characteristics and landscape uses of various genera of ornamental grasses grown in Rockland. Specific facts on purchasing, planting, and maintaining these grasses will help homeowners decide which grasses are best for their yards. Also included in this program is ...

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Small Steps, Big Benefits
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Small Steps, Big Benefits

Saturday, June 9, 2018

Small Steps, Big Benefits: A Morning of Tips for Saving Money, Energy, & the World Did you know that conserving resources can save you time and money all while helping the environment? Come discover some life hacks that your budget and the planet will love! We’re presenting a v...

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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018
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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of ...

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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018
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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018

Wednesday, August 1, 2018

The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of ...

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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018
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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018

Wednesday, September 5, 2018

The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of ...

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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018
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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018

Wednesday, October 3, 2018

The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of ...

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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018
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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018

Wednesday, November 7, 2018

The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of ...

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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018
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Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2018

Wednesday, December 5, 2018

The Fertilizer Certificate Program is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate; which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also referred to as The Turf Management Course. This class has a direct connection to the Clean Water Act of ...

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