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Raised Bed Gardening

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Dr. Todd Higgins, MU Extension Field Specialist in Horticulture, will lead this workshop that discusses the art and science of constructing, filling, and gardening in raised beds.&...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Program Description:

Dr.

Bonsai: An introduction to the Ancient Art

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Hobbies, Lectures/Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

“Miniature Trees”: An introduction to the Ancient Art of Bonsai – The translation of Bonsai simply means pot or tray planted.  However, Bonsai is one of the oldest forms of ‘l...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Hobbies, Lectures/Speakers
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Program Description:

“Miniature Trees”: An introduction to the Ancient Art of Bonsai – The translation of Bonsai simply means pot or tray planted.  However, Bonsai is one of the oldest forms of ‘living’ art as trees and plants are grown in contai

Teen Seed Bombs

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gardening
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

It's amost earth day and spring is springing, so lets plant flowers in a super fun way! Seed bombs are an easy and unique way to grow flowers and have some fun in the process. They...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gardening
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

It's amost earth day and spring is springing, so lets plant flowers in a super fun way! Seed bombs are an easy and unique way to grow flowers and have some fun in the process.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Earth Day Fun

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Let's celebrate Earth Day by planting with biodegradable peat pots creating an eco-friendly craft!  

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Gardening
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Let's celebrate Earth Day by planting with biodegradable peat pots creating an eco-friendly craft!  

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.

Bonsai How-to: Design and Care

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Hobbies, Lectures/Speakers
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

The word Bonsai means “planted in a shallow tray”, so is a bonsai simply a tree in a pot? This presentation will help to answer that question, and give you a new way to look a...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Hobbies, Lectures/Speakers
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Program Description:

The word Bonsai means “planted in a shallow tray”, so is a bonsai simply a tree in a pot? This presentation will help to answer that question, and give you a new way to look at nature.

Plant Swap

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Gardening, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Do you have a plethora of plants? Are you looking for something new for your garden, indoor or out? Join us for a Plant Swap at the East Hills Library.  Plant parents can brin...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening, Hobbies
Program Description:

Do you have a plethora of plants? Are you looking for something new for your garden, indoor or out? Join us for a Plant Swap at the East Hills Library.  

Bucket Gardening

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

No room for a vegetable garden? Why not garden in five-gallon buckets? Dr. Todd Higgins, MU Extension Field Specialist in Horticulture, will discuss how to create a veget...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Program Description:

No room for a vegetable garden? Why not garden in five-gallon buckets? Dr.

Composting Workshop

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Dr. Todd Higgins, MU Extension Field Specialist in Horticulture, will discuss making and using compost in this workshop.  Topics include composting containers, good and bad co...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Program Description:

Dr.

No-Till Gardening

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Tilling a garden is a lot of physical work, and it is not always the best thing for the garden soil either.  Dr. Todd Higgins, MU Extension Field Specialist in Horticulture, w...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gardening
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Program Description:

Tilling a garden is a lot of physical work, and it is not always the best thing for the garden soil either.  Dr.