Salt Lake County Extension
Welcome to Utah State University cooperative extension in Salt Lake County. The Salt Lake County Extension provides informal education to you through workshops, mass media, demonstrations, 4-H clubs, Master Gardener Volunteers, telephone consultations, individual and group meetings, and educational bulletins.
Our focus is to provide unbiased research based educational programs that will enhance the quality of life for the citizens of the Salt Lake County.
Please use the links to the left to find information on your desired topic.
Upcoming Classes and Events
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July 12, 26, August 9, 23 (Saturdays) 8:00 Am - 1:00 PM. Our Master Gardeners have a booth to answer your questions about your pest or plant problems and provide information about our services.
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July - August (Mondays except holidays) 1:00 - 4:00 PM. This Free service provided by Master Gardeners is open to anyone who needs assistance with their plant and pest problems.
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July 8 (Tuesday) 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Cost is $10 for General Public, $50 for Bankruptcy filers.
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July 16 (Wednesday) 12:00 - 1:00 PM. Free class. Do you suffer from "buyer's guilt" after a trip to the store? Learn to recognize your emotional connections to money and how it impacts how you spend.
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Opening the Door to Home Ownership July 15 & 17, 2008 (Tues, Thu) 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM. Topics include how to: prepare financially, determine the right home for you, find 1st time homebuyer grant programs, shop for a realtor, lender and title company, close the deal and handle life as a home owner.
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Lunch N' Learn - Happy Houseplants July 23, 2008 (Wed) 12:00 - 1:00 PM. Free class. Topics include proper maintenance, common mistakes, and identifying problems including common pests and disease problems.
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Day-Breaking Grounds - Free Horticulture Advice (flyer) You've got questions, Maggie Wolf, USU Extension Horticulturist has answers. Join her at her demonstration garden every Wednesday from June 4th through August 27th. 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Check Out Our July / Aug 2008 Newsletter
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- Teaching Children about Money
- Be Smart with Insurance
- Think Green: Do it Yourself
- Green Household Cleaners
- 20 Healthy Snacks for Kids
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Download this Calendar highlighting Gardening tips for each month. You'll find information on General gardening along with tips for care of your Trees and Shrubs, Perennials, Annuals, Fruits and Vegetables, and your Lawn. It also includes what plants are in color and season.
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