UF/IFAS Extension offices provide non-biased, research-based information to America’s citizens.  Pasco County Extension is an off-campus branch of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), serving as a bridge between the research labs of the university and the local community by providing educational materials and programs for adults and youth. Pasco County Government provides support for local faculty, staff and facilities.

Each month, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension office offers classes and events for local citizens, with a homemaking, home care, and agricultural emphasis. Some are free and some require a small fee. All are excellent ways to learn about the subject matter. Participants do not have to be from Pasco County.

UF/IFAS Pasco Extension May 2023 events

Container Gardening with Flowers and Herbs

Container Gardening is a great way to grow flowers and herbs. This method of gardening that incorporates easy steps for beginning to advanced gardeners to grow what you like and can use, in many places around your landscape. The speaker will suggest practical ideas and resources that will provide each gardener, the knowledge for growing beautiful container gardens.

Location: Hudson Library
8012 Library Rd Off Fivay Rd.
Hudson, FL 34667

Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Time: 6 – 7:15pm

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5-3-2023-container-gardening-with-flowers-and-herbs-tickets-533782567027?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Terrariums

A terrarium is a collection of small plants growing in a clear, usually enclosed container. You will learn to plant and care for a terrarium, with examples of containers, plants and problem solving.

Location: UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office
36702 County Road 52
Dade City, FL 33525

Date: Saturday, May 6, 2023

Time: 10 – 11am EDT

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5-6-2023-terrariums-tickets-591393994357?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Memory Systems – How to Remember your Keys

Come learn how to remember those botanical names or even where your keys are located! Memory System tricks to help remember almost anything!

Location: New River Library
34043 State Road 54
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Time: 2 – 3pm EDT

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5-9-2023-memory-systems-how-to-remember-your-keys-tickets-533790340277?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Ask a Master Gardener

Bring your question on plants to this FREE Ask a Master Gardener and get all of your gardening questions answered. Come join us and Ask a Master Gardener all of your gardening questions.

Location: Zephyrhills Public Library
5347 8th Street
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023

Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5-13-2023-ask-a-master-gardener-tickets-533831453247?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Bluebirds & Boxes

Mary Miller will share her delightful experiences in maintaining a bluebird trail at Flatwoods Park in Tampa. Mary Miller, a long time Audubon Society member and bluebird enthusiast will share her delightful experiences in maintaining a bluebird trail at Flatwoods Park in Tampa. Learn the requirements of bluebirds and how to attract them to your yard.

Location: Heritage Park (Land O Lakes Community Center)
5401 Land O lakes Blvd (Hwy 41)
Land O Lakes, FL 34639

Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023

Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5-13-2023-bluebirds-boxes-tickets-533813970957?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Begonias 101

Begonias for beginners, come learn all about the many different kinds that you can grow. Discover how to care for your begonias. The proper growing conditions, how to propagating them to make more plants, how and when to prune, and fertilize.

Location: Zephyrhills Public Library
5347 8th Street
Zephyrhills, FL 33542

Date: Saturday, May 13, 2023

Time: 10 – 11am EDT

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5-13-2023-begonias-101-tickets-533838083077

Florida-Friendly Alternatives to Invasive Plants

Learn about the all-too-common invasive plants that should be avoided in home landscapes, and great Florida-Friendly alternatives. A Florida-friendly landscape can be designed to look the way you want, fit the aesthetics of your community, and suit your lifestyle, while being environmentally sustainable. This lecture is presented by UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County staff in cooperation with Master Gardener Volunteers.

Location: Centennial Park Library
5740 Moog Road
Holiday, FL 34690

Date: Monday, May 15, 2023

Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/05-15-2023-florida-friendly-alternatives-to-invasive-plants-tickets-514960128607?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ 101

Learn how to create a beautiful and successful home landscape by following the nine Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program principles!

Location: New Port Richey Public Library (Magnolia Room)
5939 Main Street
New Port Richey, FL 34652

Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm EDT

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/05-16-2023-florida-friendly-landscapingtm-101-tickets-513035822957?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Hummingbirds

Discover how to attract these unique birds into your yard. Learn the best plants, trees, and shrubs that these birds like. Learn about the feeders, water and insects needed for the hummingbird.

Location: Starkey Ranch Library
12118 Lake Blanche Drive
Odessa, FL 33556

Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Time: 11am – 12pm EDT

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5-17-2023-hummingbirds-tickets-533847952597?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Florida-Friendly Water Harvesting

Learn about Florida-Friendly techniques to harvest rainwater for use in your landscape. NOTE: NO RAIN BARREL BUILDING; only information. A Florida-friendly landscape can be designed to look the way you want, fit the aesthetics of your community, and suit your lifestyle, while being environmentally sustainable. This lecture is presented by UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County staff.

Location: New River Library
34043 State Road 54
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023

Time: 2pm – 3pm EDT

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/05-25-2023-florida-friendly-water-harvesting-tickets-612535408897?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Spherion Staffing and Recruiting Job Fair at the One Stop Shop

April Job Fair will be on “Earth Day” 5/11/2023

Location: One Stop Shop (OSS) Stallings Building
15029 14th Street
Dade City, FL 33523

Date: Thursday, May 11, 2023

Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Refer to attached flyers for information.

BayCare Kids Car Seat Program

This 2-hour class will provide you with a free ($100 value) car seat or booster and a classroom-based presentation on how to choose and install the correct car seat for your child. In-vehicle installation assistance will also be provided by a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician from BayCare Kids Wellness and Safety Center. Please call Tonya at 813-559-9158 for more information. Bilingual – Spanish translation available.

Location: UF/IFAS Extension One Stop Shop (OSS) Stallings Building
15029 14th Street
Dade City, FL 33523

Date: May 2023

Contact Tonya Randolph BayCare Kids Technician at 813-559-9158 for information.

Please contact the main office at 352-518-0156 for more information and to join monthly events.

What does UF/IFAS Extension do for the community?

• Pasco County residents can find “solutions for your life”:
• People can bring plant/insect specimens to their offices for diagnoses/identification
• Schedule a seminar for their group
• Volunteer in programs (4-H, Home and Community Education, Horticulture)
• Enroll children (ages 5-18) in 4-H programs
• Become a Master Gardener
• Attend programs presented by Extension faculty, program assistants and county volunteers
• Have questions about cattle or livestock and pasture management? Call them for solutions!
• Need to know about how to start a community garden? They’ve got answers!
• What is Florida Friendly Landscaping? Call them to find out!