Mar 09, 2026, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Hosted by Finkelstein Memorial Library - This will be hosted via ZoomPlease contact Maria Vanessa Cipolla at mcipolla@rcls.orgEven 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 of colorful annuals, crops in pots are attractive elements to the landscape.Presenting by MGV Donnna DeSousa

Mar 10, 2026, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hosted by Suffern Free Library To register please contact Miguelina Molina at mmolina@suffernfreelibrary.orgDiscover a selection of native flowers, shrubs, and trees that will add beauty to your landscape, will be easy to grow, and readily will be found in garden centers. Learn how native plants are defined and how they will enhance the health of the local ecosystem.

Mar 12, 2026, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Clean Above Means Clean BelowClean Above Means Clean Below will be presented by Jen Zunino-Smith, CCE Environmental Compliance Educator and Manager of the Stormwater Consortium of Rockland County. Excess nutrients from fertilizer, sediment, and grass or leaf clippings add phosphorus to our waterways, fueling algae growth and harmful algal blooms. Jen will share where blooms have been confirmed, how everyday lawn and fertilizer practices affect surface water, and practical steps we can take to reduce our impact.Because water treatment cannot remove every pollutant, what enters our local waters ultimately influences what comes out of our taps.Registration is required.Register Here

Mar 24, 2026, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Hosted by Blauvelt Free LibraryTo register please contact Lynn Warshavsky at  lwarshavsky@rcls.org Starting a Garden from ScratchWhether you live in a condo or house, you can create the garden of your dreams; it's easier than you think! This presentation provides you with inspirational tips and techniques for site and soil preparation. Garden styles such as traditional beds, raised beds, vegetable gardens, and containers are also included. You will gain confidence so you can create and maintain that dream garden you are longing for. Whether it is a vegetable garden that delivers home produce or a colorful flower garden that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, this program will help you reach your gardening goals.Presented by MGV Donna DeSousa

Mar 31, 2026, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hosted by Suffern Free LibraryTo register please contact Miguelina Molina at mmolina@suffernfreelibrary.orgDealing with Wildlife In The Backyard Deer and other wild life are a constant threats to plantings and home gardens. This discussion will address the primary wild life challenges in our area. It will explain the behaviors and habits of the local invaders such as deer, rabbits, groundhogs, and chipmunks as well as options for limiting their damage.

Mar 30, 2026, 9:00am - 12:30pm

4-H Fit and Fun Spring Break ProgramSponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension Rockland County 4-H, Rockland County Youth Bureau, and the Village of Spring Valley.A Week of Movement, Mindfulness & Creativity for Ages 8–10!Looking for a fun, active, and enriching way for your child to spend spring break?4-H Fit & Fun Spring Break is a free, week-long enrichment program designed to help youth explore health, wellness, and creativity through exciting, nontraditional fitness activities.Program Details:Who: Youth ages 8–10 (grades 3rd - 5th)When: Monday, March 30 - Friday, April 3Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM dailyLocation: Darden Center, Dr Berg Ln, Spring Valley, NY 10977Includes: Snacks and lunch each dayFormat: In-person, hands-on enrichment programCost: FREE!Daily themes include:Yoga & MindfulnessOutdoor AdventuresGardeningMartial ArtsDance & ZumbaWhat Youth Will Experience:Engaging movement-based activitiesHands-on projects and creative expressionGroup games that build teamwork and confidenceOpportunities to reflect, relax, and rechargeOur balanced structure blends physical activity with creativity and mindfulness—helping youth develop respect for themselves, others, and the environment.Register today and give your child a spring break filled with movement, creativity, and fun! Spots are limited! REGISTER HERE Questions? Contact Kristin Ruggiero at klf37@cornell.edu.

Feb 27, 2026, 12:00pm - 11:45pm

Our Native Plant Sale 2026 Fundraiser is here! This annual event helps fund Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County’s educational programs while giving you the opportunity to bring beautiful, ecologically beneficial native plants into your landscape. Native plants support pollinators, improve soil health, reduce stormwater runoff, and create thriving habitats right here in Rockland County.In addition to a wide selection of carefully curated native plants, we’re excited to offer handcrafted wren houses made by Mike Tito — perfect for inviting insect-eating House Wrens into your yard — and beautifully crafted cedar planters made by Master Gardener Volunteer Chris Addeo. These durable, rot-resistant planters are ideal for small-space gardening, patios, and entrywaysOrdering closes April 24Pickup is Saturday May 9 from 9 AM to 1 PM at CCE Rockland - 10 Patriot Hills Drive, Stony Point NYShop The Plant Sale Here