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Lifelong Gardening with NC Extension Master Gardeners

Date: Sat, Sep 12, 2026

Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Venue: Northeast Regional Library, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Community

Life's transitions, from the demands of working and raising children to the physical limitations that come with aging, can impact your ability to enjoy gardening. The North Carolina Extension Master Gardeners are here to help with solutions to make gardening easier, more effective, and adaptive through all life's changes.Discover essential garden basics, body preparation tips, and suitable tools, empowering you to find what fits your needs. Learn how to keep your green thumb active and enjoy gardening no matter what phase of life you're in.

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Lifelong Gardening with NC Extension Master Gardeners

Arrive ten minutes early to grab a seat close to the tool demonstration.

When
This Saturday
Sat, Sep 12, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Ages
All ages
Price
Free
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Lifelong Gardening with NC Extension Master Gardeners
Community

Lifelong Gardening with NC Extension Master Gardeners is an educational workshop focused on making yard work and planting accessible through all stages of life. Hosted by local horticulture experts, the session teaches attendees how to modify their physical approach to gardening, select ergonomic tools, and simplify yard maintenance. It is designed to help you keep your hands in the dirt even when time, energy, or physical strength changes. This free program takes place in the meeting room at the Northeast Regional Library on Sandy Forks Road. While the content is geared toward adults, parents managing busy schedules or physical strain from lifting young children will find the efficiency tips highly relevant. Registration is not required, and the library offers a large, free parking lot directly in front of the building. You may want to bring a notebook and pen to jot down tool recommendations. It is a smart weekend pick because it offers highly practical, expert advice that you can immediately apply to your own backyard. It is a productive way to spend a Saturday afternoon learning how to sustain your outdoor hobbies without straining your body.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to attend this gardening workshop?
No, this program is entirely free and open to the public, sponsored by the Wake County Public Libraries and the NC Extension Master Gardeners.
Where should I park at the Northeast Regional Library?
The library has a spacious, free surface parking lot with plenty of spaces right outside the main entrance.
Is this event suitable for children?
The presentation is designed for adults and teens who handle household gardening and landscaping, rather than young children.

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Schedule

Lifelong Gardening with NC Extension Master Gardeners runs Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM.

Getting There

Northeast Regional Library is at 14401 Green Elm Lane, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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