Gardening calendar

SATURDAY

First Saturday Bird Walk

Bring binoculars if you have them. Wear sturdy shoes and expect to cover about a mile of uneven terrain during this two-hour walk.

When: 8 to 10 a.m.

Where: Blacksburg Heritage Park & Natural Area, Glade Road

Cost: Free

Contact: www.nrvbirdclub.org

LettUs Grow

Roanoke Master Gardeners will guide, instruct and help you grow your garden organically and be water-wise. Casual Q&A sessions open to all community and backyard gardeners.

When: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Where: Hurt Park Community Garden, Roanoke

Cost: Free

Contact: 772-7524

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