Extension gardening calendar offered

Gardening is a time-honored tradition for many West Virginia families. Not only does it provide a great opportunity for kids to learn about math and science in their own backyards, but it can also bring families closer together.

Dayton Nurseries presenting gardening seminar series

NORTON — Dayton Nurseries will present a winter seminar series of gardening how-to information. Talks will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the following topics:

White House chef says Obamas eat seasonal

The White House has fully embraced one of eating's hottest trends — seasonal cooking based on home gardening.

Home & Garden news: Junior Master Gardener class to be offered

Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Chester County announce the creation of the first Junior Master Gardener Program in Pennsylvania. This new youth program for third-, fourth- and fifth-graders seeks to ignite a passion for learning, success and service through gardening education. The hands-on program will engage kids from the start with fun classes such as “Mud Pies,” “Out of the Sprout ...

Ijams offers kids' hike, road trip, winter gardening tips

Later this week, head to Ijams Nature Center in South Knoxville for a children's hike, an all-ages program on winter birds, a road trip to a wildlife refuge or a workshop on winter gardening.