Visit our booth at the following Farmers' Markets:
Auburn – Across from courthouse, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., 1st and 3rd Saturdays, through October
Roseville – Fountains, Whole Foods parking lot, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. every Tuesday, through October
Lincoln – Fowler Ranch, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., 1st and 3rd Sunday through November
Lincoln – Sun City (starts in June), 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., 2nd and 4th Wednesday through October
Workshops and Special Events:
Second Saturday Open Loomis Garden Day
September 13, 2025, 10:00 – Noon
Loomis Library and Community Center, 6050 Library Drive, Loomis, CA 95650
Master Gardeners focus on visitor’s education and create enthusiasm for water-wise, environmentally focused, and inspirational “Gardening for Today.” Our garden is a living classroom for the Placer County community that emphasizes sustainable gardening, integrated pest management and backyard food production. On Open Loomis Demonstration Garden Days, the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10 am to noon, Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. Master Gardener docents will be in the garden from 10 a.m. to noon to answer gardening questions.
CA Native Plants for Habitat Gardening, Loomis Library
September 13, 2025, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Loomis Library and Community Center, 6050 Library Drive, Loomis, CA 95650
In this workshop, you will learn about the importance of native keystone plants which are unique components of local food webs, providing habitat for birds, butterflies, bees and other wild creatures. View a colorful selection of native plants that will provide beauty as well as habitat in your home garden.
CA Native Plants for Habitat Gardening, UEC Roseville
September 20, 2025, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
UEC, 1501 Pleasant Grove Boulevard, Roseville, CA 95678
In this workshop, you will learn about the importance of native keystone plants which are unique components of local food webs, providing habitat for birds, butterflies, bees and other wild creatures. View a colorful selection of native plants that will provide beauty as well as habitat in your home garden.
Reservations required: Workshops - City of Roseville
Fall Open House at the Loomis Garden
October 4, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Loomis Library and Community Center, 6050 Library Drive, Loomis, CA 95650
Our fall open house will include California native plant vendors as well as California Native Plant Society members and Master Gardeners who will be in the garden to answer your questions about natives and other gardening topics. There will be activities for the entire family including a Kids Zone.
Second Saturday Open Loomis Garden Day
October 11, 2025, 10:00 – Noon
Loomis Library and Community Center, 6050 Library Drive, Loomis, CA 95650
Master Gardeners focus on visitor’s education and create enthusiasm for water-wise, environmentally focused, and inspirational “Gardening for Today.” Our garden is a living classroom for the Placer County community that emphasizes sustainable gardening, integrated pest management and backyard food production. On Open Loomis Demonstration Garden Days, the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10 am to noon, Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. Master Gardener docents will be in the garden from 10 a.m. to noon to answer gardening questions.
Composting & Mulch, Loomis Library
October 11, 2025, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Loomis Library and Community Center, 6050 Library Drive, Loomis, CA 95650
Who knew your kitchen scraps and yard debris could improve your soil? It's called composting, which not only improves your soil, but helps you save water. Learn about how to set up a system that works for you. Also learn about the different types of mulch and how they protect your garden.
Auburn Harvest Festival
October 18, 2025, 10 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Recreational Park, 123 Recreation Drive, Auburn, CA 95603
The Auburn Community Harvest Festival features live music, giant pumpkins, scarecrow contests, arts and crafts booths showcasing local artisans and a costume contest and parade for young and old alike. There are carnival games, food and vendor booths hosted by local nonprofits and Auburn’s own Sugar Plump Fairies are out in friendly force. Overall, a day of wholesome activities that cater to the entire family. And it’s free to attend.
Master Gardeners will have a booth with information on gardening, fall planting, and we will be answering gardening questions. And the Master Gardener 2026 Gardening Guide and Calendar will be available for purchase.
Tending Your Gardens After the Summer and Into Fall & Winter, Lincoln Library
October 18, 2025, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lincoln Library, 485 Twelve Bridges Drive, Lincoln, CA 95648
Now that Fall has finally arrived are you trying to figure out what to plant? Has the long hot summer stressed your plants and you are wondering how to care for them? If you are new to gardening or an experienced gardener this is the presentation for you. This will be an interactive class with your questions and comments prompting suggestions, solutions, and tips. We will offer ideas for planting veggies, flowers, and herbs, discuss soil amendments and offer resources for plants that will tolerate the hot summers.
Second Saturday Open Loomis Garden Day
November 8, 2025, 10:00 – Noon
Loomis Library and Community Center, 6050 Library Drive, Loomis, CA 95650
Master Gardeners focus on visitor’s education and create enthusiasm for water-wise, environmentally focused, and inspirational “Gardening for Today.” Our garden is a living classroom for the Placer County community that emphasizes sustainable gardening, integrated pest management and backyard food production. On Open Loomis Demonstration Garden Days, the 2nd Saturday of each month from 10 am to noon, Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. Master Gardener docents will be in the garden from 10 a.m. to noon to answer gardening questions.
Successful Container Gardening – 3 Simple Steps to Beautiful Containers, Loomis Library
November 8, 2025, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Loomis Library and Community Center, 6050 Library Drive, Loomis, CA 95650
Container gardening is a great solution if you don’t have suitable garden space. Learn how to choose the right container, the right plants, transplanting and more. We will cover how to be successful growing ornamental plants, fruits and vegetables and demonstrate the thriller, filler and spiller concept.
The Best Practices of Great Gardeners, UEC Roseville
November 15, 2025, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
UEC, 1501 Pleasant Grove Boulevard, Roseville, CA 95678
Over time, gardeners refine their practices in their yards for many reasons: to make the work outside easier on their bodies, to grow and nurture more sustainable landscapes, and to utilize new practices learned. With so many gardeners in our community, we’ve collected and seek to share the best practices of great gardeners so we all can benefit from their knowledge and experience gained over decades. Come and see if you are interested in implementing these practices in your yard!
Reservations required: Workshops - City of Roseville
Second Annual Seed Swap, Loomis Veteran's Hall
January 31, 2026, 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Loomis Veteran's Hall, 5945 Horseshoe Bar Road, Loomis, CA 956050
Join us from 9am-12pm to swap seeds, rhiozomes, bulbs, scions and maybe learn something new. There will be free drawings and helpful information tables too!