Square Foot Gardening is a simple method for planting seeds in a specific way in a raised bed garden. However, this class is designed for Houston’s deluge/drought rainfall, heat, and humidity; information not included on the internet when you read about square foot gardening. Instructor Angela Chandler will teach about alternative methods for making a raised bed, what soils and augmentations to utilize, and then specific planting methodologies which will allow you to maximize your garden’s productivity in a small space. There are no refunds on classes.

For more information, visit urbanharvest.org.

The Houston Renewable Energy Group is offering a a free workshop for people to learn the basics of owning a solar system and saving on the purchase through Solarize Houston, with selected installer KW Solar.The workshop will be held May 12, 2018, from noon-1:30 p.m. at the Green Building Resource Center inside the City of Houston Permitting Center, 1002 Washington Ave. For more information, visit houstonrenewableenergy.org.

Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot.

EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday.
EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday and Friday.
EcoSchoolers are for homeschool children ages 7-10 every Wednesday and Friday.    EcoAdventurers are for children ages 11-14 every Wednesday.

Please bring a Snack, Refillable Water Bottle, mask, closed toe shoes and dress for the weather.

The CWI program offers workshops helping local governments, landowners, and residents develop effective strategies to reduce water pollution. Registration is requested. For more information, contact Kathy Janhsen at 713-993-2423.

Interactive program times (CST): 9:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:00 PM

Non-interactive program times (CST): 9:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:00 PM

TWA’s Youth Videoconferencing is:

• Free, interactive, curriculum-enhancing, natural resource programs
• Designed for Grades 1-6, TEKS-aligned K-8
• 45 minute programs (includes student Q&A)
• TEKS aligned post activities and worksheets

Registration closes one week prior to program date. Each program time has 4 Interactive and 50 Non-interactive spots available.

• April 10th (Tu) – Bats-A-Billion
• April 20th (F) – The Magic of Monarchs
•  April 24th (Tu) – Fox Facts
• May 2nd (W) – Aquatic Insect Investigation
•  May 17th (Th) – Reptile Lifestyle
•  May 22nd (Tu) – Prickly Porcupines

For more information, visit texas-wildlife.org.

In a total of 10 classes (25 hours of instruction), this series covers everything you want to know about growing vegetables. Topics include the advantages of organic and ecological approaches over chemicals; vegetable garden design; irrigation and drainage; soil fertility, mulches and composts; organic pest control; seeds, transplants, where to get them and how to plant them. The last half is a detailed discussion of selecting, growing and using the many varieties of vegetables, annual herbs, and melons.

Those who complete the class will become certified Organic Vegetable Specialists.

This is a series of ten classes and may not be taken individually. Assignments for the class include the reading of Dr. Bob Randall’s book, Year Round Vegetables, Fruits and Flowers for Metro-Houston. Cost of the book is $45.

SCHEDULE

Thursdays, 2018 from 6:30pm to 9pm

Class 1 – January 18

Class 2 – January 25

Class 3 – February 8

Class 4 – February 22

Class 5 – March 8

Class 6 – March 22

Class 7 – April 5

Class 8 – April 19

Class 9 – May 3

Class 10 – May 17

For an in-depth schedule, go to Spring 2018 class schedule and description.

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

I-45 S, exit Cullen, go south, enter University of Houston campus, proceed through Elgin, Holman, Entrance 14 and Entrance 13, Cougar Place, turn left at Wheeler, take first right into driveway – park to the left of Lot 9C(although it says permit required, we have permission) Follow Urban Harvest signs back to Wheeler at Cullen. Walk north along Cullen, pass entrance 13 Cougar Village and follow the Urban Harvest signs to the classroom

For more classes by Urban Harvest, view their Upcoming Classes.

Looking for a place to get your children outdoors? ABNC’s EcoClasses will allow your child to explore, discover and observe (STEM). Join them for some great nature experiences! Check out their website at abnc.org for details or call 713-274-2668 to reserve your spot.

EcoTots are for children 18-36 months with an adult every Friday.
EcoKids are for children ages 3-6 every Wednesday and Friday.
EcoSchoolers are for homeschool children ages 7-10 every Wednesday and Friday.    EcoAdventurers are for children ages 11-14 every Wednesday.

Please bring a Snack, Refillable Water Bottle, mask, closed toe shoes and dress for the weather.

There are many reasons for starting a community garden: creating a strong sense of community and stewardship; developing a community’s identity and spirit; providing a space for communities to grow safe, nutritious food; empowering communities with the knowledge to grow their own food and offering education and support to manage the food they grow and their own health.

In this 4-hour comprehensive workshop, Terry Garner, Philippa Johnstone, and Andrew Cobb will take you through the process of building community, setting goals and exploring funding options, to the nuts and bolts of creating the garden and helping to ensure its sustainability. Morning snacks and drinks will be provided – please bring your own sack lunch. The last portion of the class will include a tour of Plant It Forward Farm located near the campus. There are no refunds on classes.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration is from 8:30 -8:45. Workshop to start at 8:45.

For more information, visit urbanharvest.org.