IMPROVING LIVES, IMPROVING COMAL COUNTY  The mission of the AgriLife Extension Service is to improve the lives of people, businesses, and communities across Texas and beyond through high-quality, relevant education.

Today's AgriLife Extension is known for its leadership, dedication, expertise, responsiveness, and trustworthiness. Texans turn to AgriLife Extension for solutions, and its agents and specialists respond not only with answers, but with a significant return on investment to boost the Texas economy.

***  The Extension Office will be closed on Monday, September 3, 2018 in observance of the Labor Day Holiday. ***  We will also be closed Friday, September 28, 2018 in observance of Comal County Fair Day.

CANCELLED  DUE TO SCHEDULING CONFLICTS DIY Saturdays - Backyard Chickens/Eggs 101 Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018 9:00 to 11:00 am

FREE!! Adult Education and Literacy classes at the Mammen Family Public Library 131 Bulverde Crossing Bulverde, TX 78163 830.438.4864 Please click on the flyers for more information.

2018 Wednesdays in the Garden September 19, 2018, 9-10 am Preparing Roses for Winter (Jeanette Willard) Learn the steps to prepare your rose plants for winter such as when to stop fertilizing and deadheading. If you like, bring your shears/gloves and we'll practice a little pruning which is essential for healthy and productive roses. In-garden sessions designed to help you maximize your gardening success Please click on the flyer for more information.

Child Care Providers Training - 6 hours Saturday, October 6, 2018, 7:30 am - 3 pm Registration due by September 24th! AgriLife Extension Office (Seguin) 210 E. Live Oak Seguin, Texas 78155 Please click on the flyer for more information, specific times and topics.

Lunch and Learn Series (Garden Ridge Library) Join Troy Luepke for this Lunch and Learn series ( 12-1 pm) at the Garden Ridge Library on the dates below. Cost: Free September 26, 2018 - Fall Gardening October 24, 2018 - Rainwater Harvesting November 28, 2018 - How to trim your Trees Properly Garden Ridge Library 9400 Municipal Pkwy Garden Ridge, TX 78266 (210) 651-6570 No RSVP necessary.

Coming Soon! 2019 Comal Master Gardener Class The upcoming class for becoming a Comal Master Gardener will begin with orientation on January 16, 2019. The class will meet each Wednesday from 12:00-5:00 at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Center, 325 Resource Dr., New Braunfels TX, 78132. The final class will be on May 1st and graduation will be held at the McKenna Center on May 8th. If you would like to find out more about becoming a master gardener,  Read More... Please click on the flyer for more information.

ONLINE LEARNING

Want to learn how to attract pollinators to your yard? Check out this taped webinar by our Wizzie Brown, IPM specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service https://learn.extension.org/events/3257

Have a few backyard chickens or small laying flock? Check out this recorded webinar on nutrition for your flock. https://learn.extension.org/events/3348

Coming up in October...

Kids Day in the Garden October 13, 2018 (Saturday) 9 - 12 pm Storytelling in the Garden Arts and Craft Activities Hay Rides Animals Yoga under Trees Cost: Free Please click on the flyer for more information.

Fall Fest 2018 October 20, 2018 (Saturday) Fall-ish and Fun-filled activities! 12-4 pm Fun for the older "Kids" (PG13) 6-9 pm Cost: $10 for individual Tickets available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comal-4-h-fall-fest-tickets-49399732931 For groups of 4 or 5, contact the Extension office for the group discount. (830)620-3440 Please click on the flyer for more information.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service - Comal County 325 Resource Drive New Braunfels, TX 78132 P. 830-620-3440 F. 830-620-3446 comal-tx@tamu.edu http://comal.agrilife.org/ ‌

Ask a Master Gardener! Comal Master Gardeners and Interns are on duty Wednesday mornings from 8:45 am to 11:30 am to answer your questions about gardening at the Ask-a-Master Gardener  Help Desk (830) 620-3440 . You may also email them at: askamastergardener@hotmail.com

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension provides equal opportunities in its programs and employment to all persons, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Individuals with disabilities who require an auxiliary aid, service, or accommodation in order to participate in meetings are encouraged to contact the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service office at 830-620-3440 five days prior to the event so that appropriate arrangements can be made. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating

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