Here are details on the latest, hottest News and upcoming Volunteer & Education Opportunities for your Gardening interests! Use the BCMG Master Calendar to find more information on upcoming Classes and Seminars, Volunteer Opportunities, and Gardening Events.
ANNOUNCEMENTS & NEWS
Look for Your New BCMG Card
BCMG Membership cards are in the mail! Your new membership card will entitle you to discounts at Fanick’s, Rainbow Gardens and Milberger’s. Also in the envelope, you will find a Birdies for Charity pledge form with a return envelope for your use. Support the BCMG with a check, or pledge, to Birdies for Charity this year!
Special BCMG Office Hours This Week
The BCMG office will be open next week from 1pm to 3pm on Tuesday thru Friday, January 26, 27, 28, 29. It’s good to call (210) 631-0404 before you come, just to be sure. [Note: Regular hours for Carol Law to be in the office are Wed and Friday from 9am – 2pm.]
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
URGENT Call for Rodeo Greeters! — Details on MG Calendar
Everyday during Rodeo volunteers are stationed at the barn entrance to greet and welcome guests as well as tally the number of people coming in. Jack says, “It’s really the easiest job…that’s important for the Rodeo and HEB to see our contribution to the success of the Rodeo.” Slots are available Feb 11 to 28 at various times for this critical position. If interested, please email Suzan Bartholomew ASAP with your day/time preferences.
Good with PowerPoint??
One volunteer is needed to make PowerPoint signs for the plant sales at the Rodeo. Please contact President Jack Downey.
NEEDED: Co-Leader for Hardberger Park Children’s Garden
We need a Master Gardener who can co-lead the Hardberger Park Children’s Garden. The park workday with the children will be Tuesday. The Hardberger Park folks are wonderful partners in this endeavor and have been very supportive in solving every issue concerning getting the park up and running. Please contact President Jack Downey for more information. Let’s help the children!
TOMORROW CVGP Work Party — Details on MG Calendar!
WHEN: Thu, Jan 28, 8:30-11am
WHERE: San Antonio Botanical Garden –Children’s Vegetable Garden Program (CVGP), 555 Funston Road, San Antonio, TX 78209
Info: Hello Everyone. We will have a work-party this Thursday, January 28 at the Children’s Vegetable Garden Program located at the backside of the San Antonio Botanical Garden. This is a great opportunity to get outside and exercise, get volunteer hours and learn some practical Horticulture concepts. We will be doing some odd-ball chores throughout the garden including straighten up the tool sheds and behind the brown-fenced area, watering, harvesting, planting some onions, fertilizing, etc. Wear appropriate work shoes; bring gloves and any extra helpers, too. Bring some scissors and a harvest bag or two for spinach, carrots, celery, Asian greens, etc. Any and all help would be appreciated. THANKS FOR ALL THAT YOU DO AND HAVE DONE FOR THE HORTICULTURE PROGRAM IN SAN ANTONIO AND IN TEXAS!!!!!!!!
Email David Rodriguez if you want to participate.
Volunteers for 2016 Spring Youth Garden Educator’s Training–Details on MG Calendar
When: Sat, Jan 30, 8am-5pm (for volunteers; actual event; 9am-4pm)
Where: Phil Hardberger Park West Urban Ecology Center, 8400 NW Military HWY, San Antonio TX 78231
Info: This training day is designed for teachers, educators, and volunteers in support of Youth Gardening in the classroom and community. Approximately 25 volunteers are needed to help with plant sorting, presentation assistance, and to help the educators in attendance. Job descriptions are detailed on the BCMG Volunteer Calendar (Jan 30th) at the BCMG website Members Page. If you are interested, please email Ruby Zavala. Many thanks in advance!
Learn, Grow, Eat & Go! School Presentation Assistance
When: Feb 8 – April 22, Mondays thru Fridays (one hour weekly; time varies for each school)
Where: Nine San Antonio Schools (See volunteer letter for locations and days)
Info: 1-2 volunteers are needed to help prepare and pass out veggies and meal samples, help organize students into groups, and help clean up during and after physical activity. You can view 10-week curriculum and volunteer letter for program details. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Ruby Zavala.
Learn, Grow, Eat & Go! School Supply Prep
When: Mondays, Feb 8 – April 25, 8:30-10:30am
Where: AgriLife Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr. San Antonio TX 78230
Info: The Youth Gardens Program has adopted 10 schools around Bexar County to implement the new JMG Curriculum for Learn, Grow, Eat & Go! Need 1-2 volunteers to help prep food, sort handouts and organize activities for 700 students every week. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Ruby Zavala.
Molly Keck Needs Your Help!
When: Friday, Feb 12, 7:45-9:00am
Where: PreK4SA East Facility, 5230 Eisenhauer Road, San Antonio, TX 78218
Info: Molly needs 2-3 volunteers to help with her CEU course registration. Welcome to stay for day long program. Signing in participants, receiving payment, and writing receipts. Please contact Molly if you are interested.
Volunteer Opportunity for the New Year
Email David Rodriguez if you would like to join the Watering Team for the Children’s Vegetable Garden Program (San Antonio Botanical Garden) Tuesdays or Thursdays, 7-9am, late Feb thru early Jun) and (late Aug thru early Dec)
Help at Spring Clean-Up Seminar –Details on MG Calendar
Two volunteers for Sat, Feb 27, 10:30am to Noon at Milberger’s Landscape Nursery, 3920 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247. Help with the sign in sheets and pass handouts out. If interested, contact Angel Torres.
Help Dr Calvin Finch at the Wilson County Home & Garden Day–Details on MG Calendar
When: Sat, Mar 5, 11am-Noon (Actual Landscape Design School 8am-Noon)
Where: Floresville
Info: Five volunteers with landscaping skills (perhaps MG Specialists or MGs who have completed Landscape Design School in College Station) to review the attendees’ plans and landscape ideas from 11am until noon. This fundraiser for the South Texas Alternative School Horticulture Program (which serves 13 school districts in 5 counties) will feature Dr Calvin Finch, Dr Jerry Parsons, and CEA Brian Davis as main speakers. If you need more information, or wish to volunteer, email Calvin Finch, or call 210-382-4455.
2016
Rodeo 2016 is around the corner, beginning Thursday, Feb 11 and running through Sunday, Feb 28. Construction is already underway! Plan to be part of the excitement and help in the Little Buckaroo Tent, especially as a Greeter, a School Tour Leader, or at the MG Booth for plants sales. Check your calendar, select how you want to participate, and contact the individual coordinating that activity! Let’s RODEO San Antonio! Details on the BCMG Website!
Requests for Speakers Bureau
The Speakers’ Bureau has many requests to fill: Feb 17, Feb 27, Mar 16, Mar 19, and Mar 24. Specifics are posted on the Volunteer Opportunities Calendar. Please, please, please help!! Email Karen Gardner or call: 210-571-3903.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Upcoming Classes — See All the Details on MG Calendar!
Sat, Jan 30: Botanical Names
Sat, Jan 30: Class I: Designing and Planning — WaterSaver Landscape Coupon Series
Sat, Jan 30: Class II: Retrofitting Your Space for Drought Conditions
Sat, Jan 30: Class III: Plant Tour & Tips
Wed, Feb 3: River Romance: Beauty and Restoration
Spring Volunteer Orientation––Children’s Vegetable Garden–Details on MG Calendar
When: Sat, Feb 6, 10:30am – Noon
Where: SABOT Education Room, 555 Funston, San Antonio 78202
Info: Everyone is invited, even if you can’t be there every Saturday of the 16-week session (Saturday mornings, Feb 20- Jun 4). If you plan to help out this spring, we highly encourage that you attend the orientation. 1.5 CEUs for MGs. Email David Rodriquez, or Angel Torres for more information.
Effects on Insect Ecology: How You Can Help–Details on MG Calendar
When: Monday, Feb 11, 10am – Noon
Where: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service-Travis County, 1600-B Smith Road, Austin, TX 78721
Info: 2 CEUs/session. Monthly seminars, Feb through June, on Dealing With Drought in the Landscape will help you learn ways to help your landscape and garden perform while conserving, preserving, and protecting our water resources. Online registration with $10/seminar fee. See attachment at the MG Calendar. For questions, contact Sue Carrasco (512) 854-9610.
Landscape Design School, Course IV (register now for reduced fee)–Details on MG Calendar
When: Mon-Tue, Feb 22-23
Where: George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, 1000 George Bush Dr W, College Station, TX 77845
Info: 12 CEUs. Learn from professional landscape architects and horticulturists about how successful landscapes are designed. This is one of four different courses which can be taken in any sequence. Master Gardeners may receive a certificate and designation as a Landscape Design Steward upon completing all four, indicating knowledge in the area of landscape design. Registration fee: $145 by Feb 1 and $165 after. See attachments at the MG Calendar, and for questions, contact Michele Wehrheim (313) 649-1067.
Landscape Chores To Do Now–Details on MG Calendar
When: Sat, Feb 27, 10:30am to Noon
Where: Milberger’s Landscape Nursery, 3920 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247
Info: 1.5 CEUs. Spring is just around the corner, so what needs to be pruned, fertilized, mulched, planted, etc. in your landscape, lawns and garden? Visit with David Rodriguez, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Horticulturist who will show you the what & how!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! (More Opportunities to Meet New BCMG CEU Requirements!)
Thu, Feb 18,1-4pm: Bulbs for San Antonio––BCMG Educational Seminar & General Meeting
Thu, Mar 17, 6-8:30pm: What to Grow in the Shade––General Meeting
MASTER GARDENER SPECIALIST COURSES IN 2016–See All the Details on MG Calendar!
Vegetable Specialist, March 10-12, Tarrant & Dallas Counties MGs, Ft Worth
Plant Propagation Specialist, April 21-23, Tarrant County MGs, Ft Worth
Vegetable Specialist, November 8-10, Bexar County MGs, San Antonio
AND, CHECK THIS OUT!
Looking to Adopt a Tree? Jammin Jams 2016–Details on MG Calendar
When: Sat, Jan 30, 8am till the trees go to new homes
Where: Pearl Farmers Market, 312 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78215
Info: Trees being adopted: variety of fruit trees (lemons, limes, fig, plum, peach, pear, persimmon, pecan, pomegranate, apple).
Dinner Tonight!
Visit the new interactive website! Find out all you need to know about avocados!
In Case You Missed It!
Kudos to David Rodriguez! Read about his Superior Service Award.
Learn about New Texas Superstar Plants for 2016 on the BCMG website and at Texas Superstar online.
Meet the Great Texas Plantsman, Lynn Lowrey at Aggie Horticulture!
2016 All Bugs Good & Bad Webinar Series details for each month on the BCMG website Calendar, or at the eXtension website.
Help Restore Schultz Cottage, email President Jack Downey for details!
New BCMG Volunteer Activity List for 2016
Become a Texas Master Gardener Specialist: Learn about training and specialist areas on the BCMG website. Watch the e-Blasts and check the BCMG Calendar for MG Specialist Training opportunities in 2016.
Applications Being Accepted for Master Gardener Intern Training Class #60
BCMG Scholarship Program
Spring 2016 Children’s Vegetable Garden Program
CPS Energy tree planting reward through April 30, 2016.
SAWS Residential Irrigation Design Rebate and free WaterSaver Irrigation Consultation.
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