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Ask a Master Gardener
2025-06-06 15:30:00 2025-06-06 16:30:00 America/Chicago Ask a Master Gardener Don't know what to plant in your yard? Need advice on the best nontoxic weed killer? Bring your gardening questions to this drop-in event. Skokie Public Library - West Entrance

Friday, June 06
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-06 15:30:00 2025-06-06 16:30:00 America/Chicago Ask a Master Gardener Don't know what to plant in your yard? Need advice on the best nontoxic weed killer? Bring your gardening questions to this drop-in event. Skokie Public Library - West Entrance

Skokie Public Library

West Entrance

Don't know what to plant in your yard? Need advice on the best nontoxic weed killer? Bring your gardening questions to this drop-in event.

A University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener will provide resources and help you navigate the world of gardening.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Discussion |

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