Featured speakers: Jim Gilbert, consulting naturalist with WCCO's "Nature Notes", Nathan Winter, extension educator and Master Gardener (seed starting), and Joel Karsten, horticulturist and avid gardener, Introduction to Straw Bale Gardening Gardening. Vendors, snacks, door prizes and more.

Litchfield High School, 901 North Gilman Ave., Litchfield

Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door

Contact: Meeker County Extension Office, 320-693-5275 or toll free 877-993-5275; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; www.extension.umn.edu/county/meeker.