Sculpting Sustainability: Solutions for Skagit Food Waste - Free
April 12, 1PM at the Museum of Northwest Art in La Connor

Know & Grow: Food Security - Free
April 15, 1 PM at the NWREC Sakuma Auditorium (16650 State Route 536; Mount Vernon)
Preventing food waste saves you money and can lower your carbon footprint by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conserving resources. It is estimated that 40% of the food in USA goes uneaten every year ending up in the landfill or down the drain. Get tips to reduce food waste in your home. Presented by Diane Smith, WSU Adj. Professor.

Skagit County Master Gardener Plant Fair - Free Admission and Free Parking
May 10, 8 AM to 2 PM at the Skagit County Fairgrounds
Don’t miss the annual Plant Fair on the Saturday before Mother’s Day. You will find 1,000s of perennials and vegetable starts, and more than 3,000 tomatoes. There will be many vendors selling interesting plants and products too. Master Gardeners will be presenting short gardening demonstrations and hosting a Plant Clinic.

Know & Grow: Science Behind Companion Planting - Free
May 20, 1 PM at the NWREC Sakuma Auditorium (16650 State Route 536; Mount Vernon)
There are plant combinations, polyculture, and other science-based practices for a healthier garden. Dr. Linda Chalker-Scott has done research and written about this sometime controversial topic. Master Gardener, Rae Barto, will share these findings and advice.