Louisa Extension Master Gardeners
Sharing practical, sustainable and environmentally friendly garden practices
Upcoming 2026 Events
Garlic Drying at Bracketts Farm
Backyard Gardening Sessions
Events are held at the Louisa Library on the following Saturdays. There is no cost to attend. No registration required. Address is 881 Davis Hwy, Mineral, VA 23117.
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October 24, 10:30 - noon, Topic: Fall Tasks in the garden, presented by Sharon Steifel
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October 31, 10:30 - noon, Topic: Milk Jug Winter Sowing, presented by Liz
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November 7, 10:30 - noon, Topic: Trees, presented by Tom Case
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November 21, 10:30, Topic: So You Want to Be a Master Gardener Info Session, presented by Sharon Stiefel and Sue Hemmerly
Plant Sales at the Mineral Farmers Market
Our plant sales include plants from our own local gardens and those that we grow from seeds. We sell a wide variety of Virginia native plants, perennials, annuals, many vegetables (lots of tomato varieties at the May event) and some house plants. We will be ready and willing to help you determine which plants may be right for your location. The proceeds help pay for the many educational programs we deliver in the surrounding area.
The Mineral Farmers Market is on Saturdays from 8-12pm during the warm season.
Address for the Mineral Farmers Market is 81 Louisa Avenue, Mineral, VA.
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October 10th
Backyard Gardening for Kids Sessions
Hands-on gardening sessions for kids held at the Mineral Farmers Market on the following Saturdays from 8:00am - 12pm. No cost to attend.
Address is 81 Louisa Avenue, Mineral, VA
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Saturday, October 10th, 2026 - Leaf Shapes & Crafts
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This month, children will explore the beauty of leaves while learning about different leaf shapes. Using real leaves, kids will create fun nature-inspired crafts to take home. It’s a wonderful way to combine art, nature, and seasonal discovery!
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Celebrate the colors and creativity of Fall with us—perfect for young artists and nature lovers alike!
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2027 Garden Expo & Seed Share
Held at Louisa Middle School
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Saturday, January 30th, 2007 - starts at 9:30am
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See the details on our Garden Expo page
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Bracketts Farm Demonstration Garden Events
Held at Bracketts Farm, address 1117 Bracketts Farm Rd, Louisa, VA 23093
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Stay tuned for 2027 workshops and events
Louisa County Fair - Ask a Master Gardener table/tent
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Fair dates for 2027 - July 29th - 31st
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Come visit our tent and get answers to your gardening questions.
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Kids activity - decorate a picture frame with our collection of natural items found in the garden - pinecones, seeds, acorns and the like.