The University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is a federal, state, and county partnership dedicated to developing knowledge in agriculture, human and natural resources, and the life sciences and to making that knowledge accessible to sustain and enhance the quality of human life.
UF/IFAS Pasco Extension upcoming July 2023 events
Care of African Violets
African violets are not as hard to grow and care for as one might think.
Location: Land O'Lakes Library2818 Collier ParkwayLand O' Lakes, FL 34639Date: Wednesday, July 5Time: 6 - 7pm EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-5-23-care-of-african-violets-tickets-627109570607?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
House plants for indoor gardening
House plants are attractive indoor plants. Not only do plants clean the air, when plants with similar light and water requirements are placed together, the result is a lush and beautiful indoor garden.
Location: Hudson Library8012 Library Rd Off Fivay Rd.Hudson, FL 34667Date: Wednesday, July 5Time: 6 - 7:15pm EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-5-2023-house-plants-for-indoor-gardening-tickets-598377351767?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Ask a Master Gardener
Bring your question on plants to this FREE Ask a Master Gardener and get all your gardening questions answered.
Location: Zephyrhills Public Library5347 8th StreetZephyrhills, FL 33542Date: Saturday, July 8Time: 9 - 10am EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-8-2023-ask-a-master-gardener-tickets-598373901447?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Creating A Butterfly Garden
Starting a butterfly garden by choosing the correct plants. Creating a butterfly haven.
Location: Zephyrhills Public Library5347 8th StreetZephyrhills, FL 33542Date: Saturday, July 8Time: 10 - 11am EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-8-23-creating-a-butterfly-garden-tickets-597912581627?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Trees in your Garden & Around your Homes
In this presentation we will discuss the trees in your yards and gardens and cover trees you already have and trees you'd like to plant.
Location: New River Library34043 State Road 54Wesley Chapel, FL 33543Date: Tuesday, July 11Time: 2 - 3pm EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-11-2023-trees-in-your-garden-around-your-homes-tickets-630129473217?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Orchid Care and Clinic
Orchids are a wonderful group of plants that do very well with very little effort.
Location: Centennial Park Library5740 Moog RoadHoliday, FL 34690Date: Monday, July 17Time: 2 - 3pm EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-17-2023-orchid-care-and-clinic-tickets-600459118387?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Hurricane Impacts on Trees - Lessons Learned
Look into the past to understand trees during hurricanes. With the start of another hurricane season, it is important to learn from the past. Better understand the damage sustained by trees during high wind events and available options to prepare for storms.
Location: Land O'Lakes Library2818 Collier ParkwayLand O' Lakes, FL 34639Date: Monday, July 17Time: 6 - 7pm EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/6-7-2023-hurricane-impacts-on-trees-lessons-learned-tickets-653209335707?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Bonsai
This class includes a brief history, examples, and ideas for how to create your own small trees.
Location: New Port Richey Library5939 Main StreetNew Port Richey, FL 34652Date: Tuesday, July 18Time: 5:30 - 6:30pm EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-18-2023-bonsai-tickets-616423177317?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Owls in your Neighborhood
This free presentation will cover the raptors that share our area.
Location: Starkey Ranch Library12118 Lake Blanche DriveOdessa, FL 33556Date: Wednesday, July 19Time: 11am - 12pm EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-19-2023-owls-in-your-neighborhood-tickets-616442103927?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Food is Health Volunteer Way 2023
Through the partnership of UF/Pasco County Extension and AdventHealth, learn how healthy lifestyle habits let you reach and maintain your weight loss goals and get FREE fruits and vegetables after attending each class. 6-week series begins Wednesday, July 19th and ends Wednesday August 23rd and runs from1pm - 2pm each week. Produce distribution is on-site immediately following the class.
In these weekly classes, learn about nutrients, the importance of food journals, meal planning, healthy portion sizes, food labels, physical activity, and more. Each participant/household will be eligible for a $10 bag of fruits and vegetables for attending each session ($60 in fresh food for attending all 6 sessions!). Pre-registration on Eventbrite is required. You will receive further communication and a welcome email just prior to July 19.
Program held at Volunteer Way:
8061 Congress St. Port Richey, FL 34668
If you have any questions, please contact
Shari Bresin, UF/Pasco County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences Agent: 352-518-0156 X5343 or
[email protected] (class instructor) or Alyssa Smith, Community Health Program Manager with AdventHealth: 813-615-7413 or
[email protected]
Location: Volunteer Way8061 Congress St.Port Richey, FL 34668Date: July 19 · 1pm - August 23Time: 2 - 3pm EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/food-is-health-volunteer-way-2023-tickets-631066626267?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Florida Native Plants
Learn how to purchase, plant and care for Florida native plants.
Location: Heritage Park (Land O Lakes Community Center)5401 Land O lakes Blvd (Hwy 41)Land O Lakes, FL 34639Date: Saturday, July 22Time: 9 - 10:30am EDT
Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-22-23-florida-native-plants-tickets-627147865147?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Sneak Peek below of our upcoming August 2023 events:
BayCare Kids Car Seat Program
This 2-hour class will provide you with a free ($100 value) car seat or booster and a classroom-based presentation on how to choose and install the correct car seat for your child. In-vehicle installation assistance will also be provided by a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician from BayCare Kids Wellness and Safety Center. Please call Tonya at 813-559-9158 for more information. Bilingual - Spanish translation available.
Location: UF/IFAS Extension One Stop Shop (OSS) Stallings Building15029 14th StreetDade City, FL 33523
Date: Next class at One Stop Shop is scheduled for this upcoming September 2023
** BayCare Kids Car Seat Program Class scheduled for August 1, 2023 at the Zephyrhills Library.
Contact Tonya Randolph BayCare Kids Technician at 813-559-9158 for information.
All events are in Eastern Standard Time unless otherwise noted.
Please visit our Eventbrite events page at https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ufifas-pasco-county-cooperative-extension-7831617239 or contact our main office at 352-518-0156 for more information and to join our monthly events listserv.
Equal Opportunity Institution.
The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact 352-518-0156 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
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