Water Use It Wisely

Free Talk: Economic Value of Green: Knowledge is EmPOWERing
2017-10-05 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Phoenix)
Local industry experts will speak about energy efficiency as it relates
to construction, building codes, energy audits, the HERS index, gaining
more value for appraisals, marketing and selling homes with energy
efficient features for the highest possible sale value, where to start first
when retrofitting a home with energy efficient features, and how to add
green features to a mortgage. If you’re considering retrofitting your
home for energy efficient features, learn which features will add the
best ROI and what features might be important for you in your home.

The 123's of Landscape Watering
2017-10-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Drab to Fab Before
Protect your landscape investment by knowing how to properly water your
plants. Learn about the basic components of an irrigation system and how to
use an irrigation timer. Receive the “Landscape Watering by the Numbers”
guide that takes you through how much, how long, and how often to water
your plants.
Please Register at (623)930-3760 or greenliving@glendaleaz.com

Free Landscape Workshop - Pruning & Maintaining Your Landscape
2017-10-10 18:30 - 20:45
Trees and shrubs are the most important living elements of your landscape. Join an ISA certified arborist for this introductory presentation to learn the basics of pruning to keep your investments healthy, functional and looking great. You will learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure, the five types of pruning and when to use them, as well as how to avoid the two worst pruning mistakes. You will leave this program ready to prune your own trees and shrubs with confidence and effectiveness.
Class is free, but you must register at http://www.chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=580

Free landscape workshop: Pruning basics
2017-10-12 18:00 - 20:00
This introductory class covers the basics of pruning to keep your green investments healthy, functional and looking great. Learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure. After this class, you will be ready to prune your trees and shrubs with confidence.
Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.

Free Landscape Workshop - Composting 101
2017-10-18 18:30 - 20:45
Come learn the process of turning yard waste, organic food scraps and degradable recyclables into vital nutrients for your garden soil. Compost supports plant growth, helps build resistance and tolerance to disease and creates a more absorbent soil. It also reduces the need to water as frequently as well as the need for commercial soil amendments and chemical fertilizers.
Class if free, but you must register at http://www.chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=580

Free landscape workshop: Attracting Hummingbirds & Butterflies
2017-10-19 18:00 - 20:00
Turn your yard into a wildlife sanctuary! Learn how to create an inviting environment for hummingbirds, butterflies and other creatures using a wonderful array of beautiful native and desert-adapted plants.
Class is free, however, please register.

Create Your Own Desert Food Forest
2017-10-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Drab to Fab Before
Attention all foodies! Grow your yard and eat it, too! The Linking Edible
Arizona Forests (LEAF) Network will be teaching this class on how to create
a desert food forest in your yard. Mesquite, prickly pear, and agave are just a
handful of tasty plants that thrive in the low desert. Gain a new appreciation
of the Sonoran Desert by learning about different kinds of edible trees and
shrubs, including how to plant, harvest, and tend to them. Attendees will
receive a free desert edible plant at the end of the class (one plant per
household; first-come, first-served). Funded by the Arizona Department of
Forestry and Fire Management, and the USDA Forest Service.This institution is an
equal opportunity provider.
Please register at (623)930-3760 or greenliving@glendaleaz.com

Free landscape workshop: The nature of design - rainwater harvesting
2017-10-21 11:30 - 13:30
Creating water and energy efficient landscapes.
Looking for advice on landscape design and/or small space renovations? This class will focus on landscape design that work for arid regions and will include easy and proper plant placement and water harvesting techniques. Each attendee will leave with a good start on their specific landscape design.
Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.

Free Landscaping Workshop - Eco-Friendly Water Gardens
2017-10-24 18:30 - 20:45
Whether you’re a wildlife watcher, photographer, or just enjoy living in harmony with nature, this workshop is for you. A well-built and organically kept pond or water garden can be the perfect addition to a natural desert environment. In addition to being cost effective, water efficient, and low maintenance, a pond offers an enjoyable, relaxing, and entertaining alternative to a lawn. Paul Holdeman, licensed landscape contractor and owner of The Pond Gnome, will explain how to build and sustain a small organic pond or water feature using native plants and good Xeriscape principles including capturing and recycling stormwater.
Class is free, but you must register online at http://www.chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=580

Free landscape workshop: Container gardening
2017-10-26 18:00
This class covers every detail of growing plants in containers. From choosing your pot, soil, watering and fertilizing. There will be demonstrations of potting techniques and examples of different containers and soil.
Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.

Free landscape workshop: Smart Irrigation Controllers
2017-10-28 10:30 - 13:30
Discover a new generation of irrigation controllers that takes into account local weather conditions or soil moisture levels and waters accordingly, and how these “smart” controllers can benefit your yard, community or business.
Class is free, however, please register.

Free landscape workshop: All about grass - homeowners guide to lush lawns
2017-10-28 11:30 - 13:30
Easy, practical advice to help you maintain a healthy, beautiful and water efficient lawn. Learn how to properly water and care for lawns with an emphasis on the installation and watering of winter lawns.

Free landscape workshop: Landscape & gardening Q&A
2017-10-28 14:00 - 16:00
If you missed any of the landscape classes and have a question on gardening, watering, or maintenance. Come join us.
Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.

Free landscape workshop: Growing fruit trees in the desert
2017-11-02 18:00 - 20:00
From exotic to native fruits this class describes over 20 different types of fruit in detail. Discussion will cover water, fertilizer, pollination, fruit thinning and planting tips.
Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.

Free landscape workshop: HOA landscape irrigation management
2017-11-07 18:00 - 20:00
Discuss landscape and water management for large properties with questions and answers following presentation.
Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.

Backyard Composting
2017-11-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Drab to Fab Before
Are you interested in turning your kitchen scraps and yard waste into
compost? Copy Mother Nature’s original system of recycling organic materials
into rich soil nutrients. Listen to Pam Perry, a local garden expert, talk about
the tricks and tasks of home composting. Compost makes for a happy
garden, which makes for a happy gardener! Win a composter, donated by
the Glendale Recycling Division, by participating in a free raffle.
Please register at (623)930-3760 or greenliving@glendaleaz.com

Mantenimiento de plantas – riego y poda
2017-11-09 16:00 - 18:00
Mantenimiento de plantas – riego y poda
Esta clase sera la base para entender la relación entre plantas, suelos y agua. Dividiendo el mantenimiento de plantas del desierto en dos categorias riego y poda.
Se descutira la serie de mecansimos que la planta utiliza para regular el uso de agua y como desarollar una eficiente metodología de poda y aprender una apropriada técnica para cortar las ramas.

Go Green and Save Green at Home
2017-11-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Drab to Fab Before
Have you wanted to “go green” and save money at home? The City of
Glendale Water Services Department and Sanitation Department staff are
teaming up to share simple ways to reduce your water, energy, and household
waste. Glendale residents that attend this class will receive free water- and
energy- efficiency devices*, including a four-pack of compact fluorescent
light bulbs and a high-efficiency showerhead!
Please register at (623)930-3760 or greenliving@glendaleaz.com

Free landscape workshop: Water-wise Desert Edibles
2017-12-05 13:30 - 15:30 | telephone-586266_1920
This class is part of the Scottsdale Library Garden Week at the Mustang Library.
Water-efficient desert gardening is possible. Learn about soil preparation, plant selection and plant care for a bountiful, water-wise harvest.

Free Talk: Solar Energy & Storage Battery Systems
2017-12-07 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for a lively discussion and update on rooftop solar, distributed
energy, load management, incentives and the future of photovoltaics
(PV) in the Desert Southwest. Hear about the latest energy storage
technologies and the city’s largest solar PV installation using battery
storage to reduce peak demand.

Landscape Design with Water in Mind
2018-01-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Drab to Fab Before
Learn the basic principles of how to create an attractive and
Arizona-friendly landscape. Get hands-on experience creating a
landscape design that is tailored to your yard by incorporating sun,
shade, wind, and water elements. The best landscape plans work
with Mother Nature.
PLEASE REGISTER AT (623)930-3760 OR GREENLIVING@GLENDALEAZ.COM

Free landscape workshop: Vegetable gardening
2018-01-18 18:00 - 20:00
Take advantage of this timely workshop to get your garden growing and learn strategies to overcome the challenges of our environment. Class will cover planting seasons and watering.

Free landscape workshop: Rainwater Harvesting
2018-01-20 10:30 - 12:30
Design an earth-friendly yard using simple earthworks and low-water-use plants. Bring a plan of your property to use during the class.

Free landscape workshop: Set Your Water Timer
2018-01-23 18:30 - 20:30
Is your irrigation controller controlling you? High water bills? Landscape looking bad? Well, take control of your controller and learn how to set it correctly and change it seasonally for your particular plants and soil type. Taught by Jonathan Manning, Certified Arborist.

Free landscape workshop: The Nature of Design creating water and energy efficient landscapes
2018-01-27 11:30 - 13:30
This class will focus on landscape design that work for arid regions and include an easy and proper plant placement and water harvesting techniques.

Free landscape workshop: The dirt on compost
2018-02-01 18:00 - 20:00
Compost is the black gold essential to successful gardening with many herbs and vegetables. Discover how easy it is to produce your own magical soil amendment and save space in our landfills.

Free Talk: Living an Edible Landscape Life
2018-02-01 19:00 - 20:30
Join urban gardeners as they share the benefits and how-to’s of
growing your own healthy food, herbs, edible flowers and fruit trees
in our desert environment. Learn about our planting and harvesting
seasons. Find out about the wide range of community gardens
available for you to participate in and how school gardens provide
students with valuable skills.

Free Vegetable Gardening in the Low Desert
2018-02-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Drab to Fab Before
There’s nothing tastier than fresh vegetables grown from your own garden. The low desert is great for water-wise gardening year round since there are two growing seasons. This class will cover soil preparation, plant selection, and plant care. Now you can grow your veggies and eat them, too.
If you are interested in attending this class please register at (623)930-3760 or greenliving@glendaleaz.com

Free landscape workshop: Pruning for Beauty and Health
2018-02-06 18:30 - 20:30
When does pruning promote health, beauty and safety? When is pruning unnecessary or even harmful? Observe pruning of real plants so you know how and when it is time. Taught Jonathan Manning, Certified Arborist.

Free landscape workshop: Pruning basics
2018-02-08 18:00 - 20:00
This introductory class covers the basics of pruning to keep your green investments healthy, functional and looking great. Learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure. After this class, you will be ready to prune your trees and shrubs with confidence.
