UF/IFAS Extension offices provide non-biased, research-based information to America’s citizens.  Pasco County Extension is an off-campus branch of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), serving as a bridge between the research labs of the university and the local community by providing educational materials and programs for adults and youth. Pasco County Government provides support for local faculty, staff and facilities.

Each month, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension office offers classes and events for local citizens, with a homemaking, home care, and agricultural emphasis. Some are free and some require a small fee. All are excellent ways to learn about the subject matter. Participants do not have to be from Pasco County.

UF/IFAS Pasco Extension January 2023 events

Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ 101

Learn how to create a beautiful and successful home landscape by following the nine Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program principles!

Location: UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office
36702 State Road 52 Dade City, FL 33525
Date: Wed, January 4, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/01-04-2023-florida-friendly-landscapingtm-101-tickets-384192549257?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Selecting and Planting Trees: Right Plant, Right Place

Winter is an excellent time to plant trees, since most are dormant, and the weather is mild.

Location: UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office
36702 State Road 52, Dade City, FL 33525
Date: Sat, January 7, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1-7-23-selecting-and-planting-trees-right-plant-right-place-tickets-488878246997?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Spherion Staffing and Recruiting Job Fair at the One Stop Shop

Location: One Stop Shop (OSS) Stallings Building
15029 14th Street, Dade City, FL 33523
Date: January 12, 2023
Time: 9am – 12pm

Controlling and Preventing Weeds in Your Lawn and Landscape

Discover the techniques to control and prevent weeds in your lawn and landscape.

Location: New River Library
34043 State Road 54, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Date: Tue, January 10, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1-10-23-controlling-and-preventing-weeds-in-your-lawn-and-landscape-tickets-490463809457?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Ask a Master Gardener

Bring your question on plants to this FREE Ask a Master Gardener and get all your gardening questions answered.

Location: Zephyrhills Public Library
5347 8th Street, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Date: Sat, January 14, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST

Please click this link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1-14-2023-ask-a-master-gardener-tickets-488894565807?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Vegetable Gardening in Florida

Discover how to maintain your vegetable garden in Florida.

Location: Heritage Park (Land O Lakes Community Center)
5401 Land O lakes Blvd (Hwy 41), Land O Lakes, FL 34639
Date: Sat, January 14, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST

Please click the link for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1-14-2023-tickets-488949319577?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Horticulture in Arts and Crafts

Discover what you can do to preserve the beautiful plants and flowers in your garden.

Location: Zephyrhills Public Library
5347 8th Street, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Date: Sat, January 14, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST

Rain Barrel Workshop

This workshop will highlight the benefits of rainwater harvesting. One rain barrel (with spigot and mesh) will be provided.

Location: UF/IFAS Extension Main Office – Pasco County
36702 State Road 52, Dade City, FL 33525
Date: Tue, January 17, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST

Please click the link below for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rain-barrel-workshop-tickets-479975328127?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Introduction to Plant Identification

Learn the basic steps in plant identification.

Location: Starkey Ranch Library
12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa, FL 33556
Date: Wed, January 18, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

Owls in Your Neighborhood

Learn about owls and ways to attract them to your residential areas.

Location: Centennial Park Library
5740 Moog Road, Holiday, FL 34690
Date: Mon, January 23, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST

Please click the link below for more information and to register for the event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1-23-23-tickets-488999890837?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Palms! – Information on Varieties, Care and Common Problems

Palms can be a great addition to Florida-Friendly Landscapes. Learn about palm varieties, their care, and commonly encountered problems.

Date: Thu, January 26, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST

Please click the link below for more information and to register for the event https://www.eventbrite.com/e/01-26-2023-palms-information-on-varieties-care-and-common-problems-tickets-489000532757?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

All events are in Eastern Standard Time unless otherwise noted.

Please contact the main office at 352-518-0156 for more information and to join monthly events.

What does UF/IFAS Extension do for the community?

• Pasco County residents can find “solutions for your life”:
• People can bring plant/insect specimens to their offices for diagnoses/identification
• Schedule a seminar for their group
• Volunteer in programs (4-H, Home and Community Education, Horticulture)
• Enroll children (ages 5-18) in 4-H programs
• Become a Master Gardener
• Attend programs presented by Extension faculty, program assistants and county volunteers
• Have questions about cattle or livestock and pasture management? Call them for solutions!
• Need to know about how to start a community garden? They’ve got answers!
• What is Florida Friendly Landscaping? Call them to find out!