A few weeks ago, Philip Hensley (ANR Agent, Spalding County) and I staffed an exhibit about the Georgia MGEV Program at an event held at UGA’s Research and Education Garden here in Griffin. The event was promoted as a family event, so I wanted to offer an assortment of educational…
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We have our first quilt square for our commemorative quilt! I received it in the mail this week from Reba Wilson, on behalf of MGEVs in Walton County. This absolutely made my day to open this and see such a unique creation! Thanks, Reba! In case you missed what we…
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Each year, Extension files a report with our federal partner, the USDA. We give a report on everything that Extension has accomplished since July 1 of the previous year (following a fiscal year of July 1 to June 30). This includes all that MGEVs do each year through our projects…
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It is mid-May, and MGEVs all across Georgia are busy, busy responding to requests for gardening information (don’t forget to turn in sign-in sheets and Educational Activity Reports!). You may have had a few minutes this winter to take in some continuing education (CE), or you may be planning to…
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This is really a difficult assignment for attending a webinar, but I am sure every MGEV planning to participate in June’s Thoughtful Thursday webinar can manage to find the time and enthusiasm! ASSIGNMENT: Plant a container. Yep, that’s it. Make of it what you will. Then, join us on June…
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You may recall that we are working on a special project to commemorate 40 years of MGEVs in Georgia. We are planning to assemble a quilt that symbolizes the uniqueness and strengths of volunteers, the beauty of the plants that we all love, and the projects which you all tirelessly…
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Master Gardeners from across the state and UGA Extension representatives gathered at the State Botanical Garden of Georgia to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Georgia Master Gardener program. Dr. David Gibby, former Extension agent in Washington State and the person credited with establishing the first Master Gardener program, was…
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On April 8, 2019, we gathered at the State Botanical Garden to celebrate the Georgia MGEV Program. We were able to gather and celebrate in such a lovely location thanks to the great generosity of the State Botanical Garden. We are grateful to Dr. Jennifer Cruse-Sanders, director of the State…
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Ever noticed that our gardens are reflective of the people, trips, events, and celebrations that are important to us? The plants in our gardens are much like pieces of a quilt, lovingly selected and stitched together with care, and treasured for a long, long time. Our MGEVs are much the…
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Are you considering joining us in Athens on Monday, April 8, 2019, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Georgia Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program? If so, you are in for a treat! Not only do you get to meet Dr. David Gibby, the former Extension agent credited with creating…
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