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SUMMARY:PGSCD’s Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour (2025)
DESCRIPTION:Interested in trying to grow your own food? Join the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District at one of the stops on its Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour! These heirloom seedlings are started from seeds produced by the Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance and grown by the awesome staff of one of our valued partners\, Maryland-National Capital Parks & Planning Commission’s Randall Farm. We’ll have Black Cherry Tomato\, Plum Tomato\, and Sweet Basil seedlings to give away along with our famous Native Northeast Wildflower Seed Mix packets! \nEvery plant needs proper love. Click each picture for additional care instructions! \n         \nPlease note that seedlings and seed packets are in limited supply! \n\n\nYou can catch us at one of the following events while supplies last (click the dates to be redirected to the Event page): \nWednesday\, May 21\, 12–1:30pm @ Darnall’s Chance House Museum during their Lunchtime Lawn Concert (14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)\nSaturday\, May 31\, 10am – 1pm @ the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District (5301 Marlboro Race Track Rd\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)\nSunday\, June 1st\, 9am – 1pm @ The Bowie Farmers Market with the Master Gardeners (15210 Annapolis Rd\, Bowie\, MD)\nWednesday\, June 11\, 12-1:30pm @ Darnall’s Chance House Museum during their Lunchtime Lawn Concert (14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/2366/
LOCATION:Bowie Farmers Market\, 15210 Governer Oden Drive\, Bowie\, MD\, United States
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SUMMARY:PGSCD's Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour (2025)
DESCRIPTION:**Update: The Seedling Giveaway Tour stop at Darnell’s Chance House Musuem (6/11/2025) has been cancelled** \n \n\nInterested in trying to grow your own food? Join the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District at one of the stops on its Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour! These heirloom seedlings are started from seeds produced by the Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance and grown by the awesome staff of one of our valued partners\, Maryland-National Capital Parks & Planning Commission’s Randall Farm. We’ll have Black Cherry Tomato\, Plum Tomato\, and Sweet Basil seedlings to give away along with our famous Native Northeast Wildflower Seed Mix packets! \nEvery plant needs proper love. Click each picture for additional care instructions! \n         \nPlease note that seedlings and seed packets are in limited supply! \n\n\nYou can catch us at one of the following events while supplies last (click the dates to be redirected to the Event page): \nWednesday\, May 21\, 12–1:30pm @ Darnall’s Chance House Museum during their Lunchtime Lawn Concert (14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)\nSaturday\, May 31\, 10am – 1pm @ the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District (5301 Marlboro Race Track Rd\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)\nSunday\, June 1st\, 9am – 1pm @ The Bowie Farmers Market with the Master Gardeners (15210 Annapolis Rd\, Bowie\, MD)\nWednesday\, June 11\, 12-1:30pm @ Darnall’s Chance House Museum during their Lunchtime Lawn Concert (14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, MD)
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/pgscds-spring-seedling-giveaway-tour-2025-2/
LOCATION:Darnall’s Chance House Museum\, 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, 20772
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SUMMARY:2025 Prince George’s County Community Garden Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Community Garden Summit to connect with fellow garden enthusiasts\, share tips\, and learn how to grow a community garden \n\nAGENDA \n4:00 – 4:15pm   Networking\, Refreshments & Exhibitors \n4:15 – 4:45pm    Welcome\, Opening Remarks & Food Equity Council Updates\n                            Co-Chair\, Prince George’s Food Equity Council\n                            Michele Burton\, Dr. Camille Range\, Prince George’s Food Equity Council & Institute for Public Health Innovation \n4:45 – 5:30pm  Community Gardens & Food Assistance Providers Growing for Community\n                           Moderator: Esther Mitchell\, University of MD Extension & Prince George’s County Department of the Environment\n                           Panelists: Teri Speight (Fiesta Community Gardens)\, Gwendolyn Gantt (Project Bright Futures\, Inc/St. Stephens Baptist Church)\, and more! \n5:30 – 6:00pm Seed to Supper Program & Other Programs for Growers in Maryland\n                           Jon Traunfeld\, University of MD Extension \n6:00 – 7:00pm Networking & M-NCPPC Community Garden & Ag Leasing Initiatives\n                          Sports & Learning Complex Community Garden Tours (10 min walk)\n                          Mike Dolesh\, M-NCPPC Parks & Recreation \n6:00 – 6:30pm Group Cilantro: Break\, Refreshments & Networking\n                          Group Okra: Community Garden Tour\n6:30 – 7:00pm Group Cilantro: Community Garden Tour\n                          Group Okra: Break\, Refreshments & Networking \nRegister Here: Community Garden Summit Tickets\, Tue\, Jul 22\, 2025 at 4:00 PM | Eventbrite
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/2025-prince-georges-county-community-garden-summit/
LOCATION:Prince George’s County Sports & Learning Complex\, 8001 Sheriff Rd\, Landover\, MD\, 20785\, United States
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night - September 2025
DESCRIPTION:Attention: Farmers and Growers! \nIt’s that time of year again when dig back into our next season of Open Mic Nights. We’re kicking of the season with Gale Livingstone of Deep Roots Farm in Upper Marlboro. Save the date of October 21 for a Nutrient Management Planning workshop for urban farms. \nThis month\, join us at Deep Roots Farm\, where Farmer Gale Livingstone will share her composting operation and the importance of compost for building soil health and reducing expensive inputs. We’ll take a tour of her farm and learn how she’s used state and federal conservation financial assistance programs to further her conservation goals and build infrastructure on the farm. Deep Roots Farm is a regenerative\, black woman-owned and operated farm located in Upper Marlboro\, MD. Gale grows vegetables\, herbs\, fruit\, and flowers\, and raises chickens on 53 acres for the community. We’ll also hear updates on federal financial assistance programs for conservation practices from our friends at USDA NRCS. \nLight refreshments will be provided. Please refer to your confirmation email for exact address and additional instructions. If the event is sold out\, please email us at karlynch@pgcmd.gov or 301.574.5162 x3 so that we may add your name to the waiting list. \nDeep Roots Farm is a regenerative ”O”\, women owned and operated farm located in Brandywine and Upper Marlboro\, MD. They grow vegetables\, herbs\, fruit\, and flowers\, and raise chickens on 53 acres for the community. \nWith a commitment to continuous innovation and regenerative agriculture\, Deep Roots Farm aims to create farm systems that coexist harmoniously with nature\, enhancing the quality of life for all beings involved. Visit them at the farmers’ market or show your support by joining the CSA. \nIn addition to the farm enterprise\, Gale Livingstone started the Deep Root Foundation. For more information about Gale and her Foundation\, please click here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n***This will be an in-person event***\n\nRegister here: https://open-mic-night-deep-roots-farm.eventbrite.com\n\n \nMust have at least 12 farmers registered BY NOON the day before the Open Mic Night or it’s subject to cancellation.\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative: https://www.pgscd.org/urban-agricultural-conservation/urban-farms/bloomin-pgc/ \nBloomin’ PGC is an initiative launched by the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council in partnership with the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, the University of Maryland Extension in Prince George’s County\, ECO City Farms\, Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission\, the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment\, the Office of Food Security\, and The Capital Market to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-september-2025/
LOCATION:Deep Roots Farm\, 15105 Mt Calvert Rd\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night - October 2025
DESCRIPTION:Attention: Farmers and Growers!\n\nThe Prince George’s Soil Conservation District and Bloomin’ PGC Partners invite you to participate in our upcoming Urban Farmers & Growers Open Mic Night! This event is a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share useful information. While the focus is on urban ag conservation\, any topic is open for discussion. All farmers (not just PGC urban farms) and growers are welcome to join us! \nThis month\, join Kayla Griffith from the University of Maryland Extension’s Agricultural Nutrient Management Program and learn about the state’s nutrient management requirements\, with a focus on record-keeping. Kayla will provide practical tips and templates to help you prepare for your first Nutrient Management Plan (NMP). She’ll also discuss NMP resources\, including how to find an advisor to assist you with preparing your plan. Finally\, Kayla will review a sample NMPs to help you understand the importance of completing a plan and how the record keeping and data collection fit together. \nKayla provides education and outreach on nutrient management plan development to farmers\, private consultants\, and UMD nutrient management advisors. She earned her B.S. in Biology from Michigan Technological University\, a M.S. in Agronomy from Iowa State University where her thesis research focused on graduate-level soil science education for distance education students\, and a graduate certificate in Leadership and Management from University of Maryland Global Campus. She is also a certified nutrient management consultant and a Certified Crop Advisor. \nWe’ll also hear updates from the Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Small Farm and Urban Agriculture Program. \n\n\n\n\n\n*** THIS MONTH’S OPEN MIC NIGHT WILL BE HYBRID (IN-PERSON PARTICIPATION IS STILL PREFERRED!) *** \nRegister Here: Bloomin’ PGC Open Mic Night: Nutrient Management on Small & Urban Farms Tickets\, Tue\, Oct 21\, 2025 at 5:00 PM | Eventbrite \nLight refreshments will be provided. Please refer to your confirmation email for exact address and additional instructions. If the event is sold out\, please email us at karlynch@pgcmd.gov or 301.574.5162 x3 so that we may add your name to the waiting list. \n*Must have at least 12 farmers registered BY NOON the day before the Open Mic Night or it’s subject to cancellation* \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative: https://www.pgscd.org/urban-agricultural-conservation/urban-farms/bloomin-pgc/ \nBloomin’ PGC is an initiative launched by the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council in partnership with the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, the University of Maryland Extension in Prince George’s County\, ECO City Farms\, Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission\, the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment\, the Office of Food Security\, and The Capital Market to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-october-2025/
LOCATION:MD
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SUMMARY:Bloomin' PGC Open Mic Night: Rainwater Harvesting on Urban Farms
DESCRIPTION:Attention: Farmers and Growers!\n\nThe Prince George’s Soil Conservation District and Bloomin’ PGC Partners invite you to participate in our upcoming Urban Farmers & Growers Open Mic Night! This event is a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share useful information. While the focus is on Urban Ag Conservation\, any topic is open for discussion. All farmers (not just PGC urban farms) and growers are welcome to join us! \nJoin Emmie Woerner from the University of Maryland\, School of Public Health\, to learn about rainwater harvesting. She will discuss the benefits of rainwater harvesting\, address concerns regarding rainwater quality\, and share research from irrigation experiments conducted at urban farms. She will also discuss how the Safe Rainwater Harvesting team installed a rainwater harvesting systems at an urban farm using an existing high tunnel. \n\nAbout Emmie: \n\nEmmie researches the environmental and public health implications of microbial contamination of irrigation water. As a member of the Safe Rainwater Harvesting team\, she works with Maryland farms to collect rainwater and run irrigation experiments. She received her B.S. in Environmental Science from the University of Maryland\, and her M.S. in Marine Biosciences from the University of Delaware. Emmie is currently completing her PhD program at the University of Maryland. \n\n\n\n\n\n*** THIS MONTH’S OPEN MIC NIGHT WILL BE HYBRID (IN-PERSON PARTICIPATION IS STILL PREFERRED!) *** \nRegister Here: Bloomin’ PGC Open Mic Night: Rainwater Harvesting on Urban Farms Tickets\, Tue\, Nov 18\, 2025 at 4:30 PM | Eventbrite \nNetworking begins at 4:30pm. Program starts promptly at 5pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Please refer to your confirmation email for exact address and additional instructions. If the event is sold out\, please email us at karlynch@pgcmd.gov or 301.574.5162 x3 so that we may add your name to the waiting list. \n*Must have at least 12 farmers registered BY NOON the day before the Open Mic Night or it’s subject to cancellation* \n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative: https://www.pgscd.org/urban-agricultural-conservation/urban-farms/bloomin-pgc/ \nBloomin’ PGC is an initiative launched by the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council in partnership with the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, the University of Maryland Extension in Prince George’s County\, ECO City Farms\, Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission\, the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment\, the Office of Food Security\, and The Capital Market to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/bloomin-pgc-open-mic-night-rainwater-harvesting-on-urban-farms/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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SUMMARY:Agriculture Listening Session with the M-NCPPC Planning Department
DESCRIPTION:Attention\, farmers! \nThe M-NCPPC Planning Department\, in conjunction with the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, invites you to participate in an open discussion about your vision for agriculture in Prince George’s County with your county planners. Share your ideas and be a part of the active planning process for your subregion! \nThis interactive listening session will be held in-person only\, at the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District headquarters building. Light refreshments will be provided. \nNo R.S.V.P. will be required.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/agriculture-listening-session-with-the-m-ncppc-planning-department/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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SUMMARY:AFSIC Stakeholder Engagement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/260126995629165
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/afsic-stakeholder-engagement-workshop/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260218T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260218T183000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night - March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Before you plant\, buy\, or expand\, know your numbers. Join us on March 10th for our first Open Mic Night of the year! \nThis month’s focus will be on the Role of Conservation in Enterprise Budgets and Business Planning with Dr. Kenesha Reynolds of the National Association of Conservation Districts. This presentation focuses on the business of farming\, the importance of enterprise budgeting and pricing as a foundation for sound decision-making\, and real-world findings on the economics of soil health practices to support smarter production decisions. \nWe’ll also hear from Dr. Pride Ebile\, the Local Food Systems and Entrepreneurship Specialist with University of Maryland Extension. One thing Pride has consistently heard from farmers across the state: farming isn’t just hard in the field; it’s hard in business. Rising costs\, paperwork\, regulations\, marketing decisions\, labor\, and recordkeeping can quietly drain time and money\, even when production is strong. In the coming months\, UMD Extension will offer practical programs and webinars focused on the real farm business issues farmers raise. \nFinally\, Colleen Kiefer\, District Conservationist for Baltimore\, Washington D.C. and Prince George’s County will share financial incentive programs NRCS MD is offering to farmers this year\, including the new funding pool for the Regenerative Pilot Program and our Resource Conservation Partnership Program for urban farms. \n***This will be a hybrid meeting\, but in-person participation is highly encouraged! \nRegister Here: https://open-mic-night-conservation-and-business-planning.eventbrite.com
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-march-2026/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260225T190000
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SUMMARY:Prince George's County Council Presents: Rural Community Introduction Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Community Matters – Be Part of the Discussion! \n \n\nCouncil Member Wala Blegay is hosting a Community Introduction Meeting to connect with residents\, listen to your concerns\, and share updates on issues impacting Brandywine and the Rural Tier. \n Register here: https://bit.ly/RuralTier
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/prince-georges-county-council-presents-rural-community-introduction-meeting/
LOCATION:Baden Volunteer Fire Department\, 16608 Brandywine Road\, Brandywine\, MD\, 20613\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260310T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260310T183000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night (March)
DESCRIPTION:Before you plant\, buy\, or expand\, know your numbers. Join us on March 10th for our first Open Mic Night of the year! \nThis month’s focus will be on the “Role of Conservation in Enterprise Budgets and Business Planning” with Dr. Kenesha Reynolds of the National Association of Conservation Districts. This presentation focuses on the business of farming\, the importance of enterprise budgeting and pricing as a foundation for sound decision-making\, and real-world findings on the economics of soil health practices to support smarter production decisions. \nWe’ll also hear from Dr. Pride Ebile\, the Local Food Systems and Entrepreneurship Specialist with University of Maryland Extension. One thing Pride has consistently heard from farmers across the state: farming isn’t just hard in the field; it’s hard in business. Rising costs\, paperwork\, regulations\, marketing decisions\, labor\, and recordkeeping can quietly drain time and money\, even when production is strong. In the coming months\, UMD Extension will offer practical programs and webinars focused on the real farm business issues farmers raise. \nFinally\, Colleen Kiefer\, District Conservationist for Baltimore\, Washington D.C. and Prince George’s County will share financial incentive programs NRCS MD is offering to farmers this year\, including the new funding pool for the Regenerative Pilot Program and our Resource Conservation Partnership Program for urban farms. \n***This will be a hybrid meeting\, but in-person participation is highly encouraged! \nRegister Here: https://open-mic-night-conservation-and-business-planning.eventbrite.com
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-march/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T135642Z
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SUMMARY:AFSIC - Local & Minority Owned Agricultural Stakeholder Forum
DESCRIPTION:Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/260126995629165 \nFor more information on AFSIC\, visit our landing page: https://www.pgscd.org/home-4/prince-georges-county-agriculture-food-security-innovation-center-feasibility-study-afsic/
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/afsic-local-minority-owned-agricultural-stakeholder-forum/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260414T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260414T183000
DTSTAMP:20260327T182559Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night (April)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Asawana Farms for an engaging Open Mic gathering where we’ll spotlight the traditional crops we grow and the farming practices that connect agriculture to culture\, health\, and conservation. This experience explores how growing culturally significant crops is more than food production — it’s a way of preserving plant diversity\, protecting ancestral knowledge\, and keeping food heritage alive in a world dominated by monoculture farming. In a time when many ethnic crops are being left behind\, we’re bringing them back to the center — where they belong. \nRegister Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/conserving-culture-through-ethnic-crops-tickets-1984825785354?aff=oddtdtcreator \nThis will be an in-person event! Networking and refreshments begin at 4:30pm. The program will start promptly at 5pm. \n\nWhat we’ll explore: \n\nA guided walk through what’s growing now — and what will be planted in Spring 2026\nHands-on bed preparation for medicinal crops like bitter leaf\, scent leaf\, and Ugu\nOpen mic storytelling and discussions on the origins\, traditional uses\, and modern relevance of some of these crops\n\nConnecting farming to conservation through: \n\nAgrobiodiversity through heirloom and non-GMO ethnic crops that support pollinators naturally\nRegenerative soil practices rooted in traditional farming wisdom\nCultural preservation through food\, language\, recipes\, and history — keeping names like Njamanjama and Ugu alive and connecting the African American diaspora to the motherland through food crops\nCommunity empowerment that strengthens food sovereignty\, resilience\, and health\n\nWith growing recognition — including institutions like the University of Maryland Medical Center incorporating ethnic crops into wellness and nutrition — traditional foods are proving their value today more than ever. Come learn\, share and preserve culture with us — one story and one seed at a time. And be prepared to taste ‘bitter leaf’ or the signature and right of passage crop. \nAbout Isaac Zama \nIsaac Zama’s journey into regenerative organic farming began in Njong village near Bamenda\, in Southern Cameroons\, where he learned to farm alongside his mother and discovered that agriculture is not just work\, but culture\, community\, and care for the land. That foundation grew into a lifelong mission supported by advanced training at University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Agriculture & Life Sciences\, deepening his focus on sustainability and food as medicine. Today\, he brings this vision to life at Asawana Farms in Upper Marlboro\, where he grows medicinal Afro-Caribbean crops and teaches communities how to restore soil\, improve health\, and strengthen food security. His work also extends globally through training farmers in Walewale\, Ghana with USAID Farmer-to-Farmer program\, sharing knowledge through SCBC TV\, and contributing research at the École Nationale des Eaux et Forêts in Gabon—all guided by one purpose: using regenerative farming to empower communities\, preserve culture\, and heal both people and the planet. \nUMD Local Food Systems & Entrepreneurship Program Updates with Dr. Pride Ebile \nOne thing Pride has consistently heard from farmers across the state: farming isn’t just hard in the field; it’s hard in business. Rising costs\, paperwork\, regulations\, marketing decisions\, labor\, and recordkeeping can quietly drain time and money\, even when production is strong. In the coming months\, UMD Extension will offer practical programs and webinars focused on the real farm business issues farmers raise. Tonight\, Pride will touch on the challenges smallholders face and why making a profit isn’t enough for them to stay in business. Dr. Pride Ebile is the Local Food Systems and Entrepreneurship Specialist with University of Maryland Extension\, based in Prince George’s County. He leads initiatives in local foods\, entrepreneurship\, and marketing\, working with partners to strengthen farm and food businesses\, support rural communities\, and promote economic growth statewide.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-april/
LOCATION:Asawana Farms\, 601 Watkins Park Drive\, Upper Marlboro\, 20772\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260512T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260512T183000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night (May)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour and discussion focusing on growing strawberries\, other small fruits\, and specialty vegetables\, from planting to harvest with conservation practices! \n\nTopics will include: \n\nStrawberry Types (June Bearing\, Day Neutral)\nSourcing Plants (Seeds\, Bareroots\, Plugs)\nPreparation and Conservation (Crop rotation schedule\, cover cropping\, water\, and nutrient management)\nGrowing methods (Plastic Mulch vs Matted Row\, Spacing)\nPlant Management (Nutrient needs\, planting times\, pests and disease)\nHarvest Schedule (Time of year\, Time of Day\, Frequency)\nWash-Pack and Storage (How to clean\, how to store)\nDistribution (Direct to Consumer\, Retail\, Wholesale)\n\nAnd if time allows: \n\nOther fruits – Blueberries and types (Maturity times\, better pollination)\nOther crops – Heirloom vs Hybrid (Plant genetics)\n\n\nRegister here: https://conservation-and-strawberries-Open-Mic.eventbrite.com
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-may/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260529T090000
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SUMMARY:NRCS Soil Health Test Sampling Training
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to correctly take soil samples to be submitted for Soil Health Testing for NRCS program participation! \nThe Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS)\, Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Prince George’s Soil Conservation District welcome you to attend a Soil Health Test Sampling Training on Friday\, May 29th at Clagett Farm in Upper Marlboro\, MD. This training is for Southern Maryland farmers interested in learning how to correctly take soil samples to be submitted for Soil Health Testing (this includes the Cornell Soil Health test and similar tests). This training is particularly geared toward training farmers and “Qualified Individuals” who are completing Soil Health Testing(216) as part of a contract with NRCS’s Regenerative Ag Pilot Program. \nNRCS Soil Scientists will provide in-field training and demonstrations of sampling techniques and procedures for collecting and evaluating soil samples. These tests can be a helpful tool for farmers looking to improve their soil health. This type of testing goes beyond typical sampling methods for traditional nutrient management samples. \nRegister Here: NRCS Soil Health Test Sampling Training Tickets\, Friday\, May 29  •  9 AM – 1 PM | Eventbrite \nPlease RSVP by May 22nd to guarantee your spot. For questions about this event please contact Colleen Kiefer at colleen.kiefer@usda.gov.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/nrcs-soil-health-test-sampling-training/
LOCATION:Clagett Farm\, 11904 Old Marlboro Pike\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260530T103000
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SUMMARY:PGSCD’s 2026 Spring Seedling Giveaway + Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join us on one of many stops on the 2026 Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour! This stop will be a seedling giveaway and seed swap at the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District headquarters in Upper Marlboro (address below) and we’ll be joined by an arrange of exhibitors! \nUrban Farmer and Master Gardener\, Linda Jones of Elements of Nature\, will facilitate the seed swap\, so please bring seeds to share! Linda will also present “Seed Snails  – Hype or  Hope for Getting Seeds and Transplants Started and Ready to Roll” at 11:00 am. Here’s a quote from Linda herself: \n“Seed snails are a trending global growing best-practice technique currently being used by gardeners and growers all over the world to plant seeds and grow transplants. If you are a serious gardener and you want to grow more using less space\, less time and less resources\, recycle and re-use seed starting supplies\, then this is for you. Come out and join us as we do a hands-on demonstration on how to make seed snails for your home garden or farm. You won’t be disappointed. Let’s get ready to roll. Hope to see you there.” \nMaryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission’s (M-NCPPC) Parks Department grew the seedlings at Randall Farm and will chat about their food and agricultural initiatives in Prince George’s County. Their beekeeper will bring a mobile hive and resources on bees and beekeeping. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet the Planning Department’s new Food Systems Planner and share your vision for what food and agriculture should look like in the County. \nYou’ll also hear both fresh and seasoned sounds for growers by DJ C-Nile! \nLastly\, The Capital Market will send you off with a delicious bike-powered smoothie (the sweat is worth it!) and inspiration to get involved in your local food system. \n\nInterested in trying to grow your own food? Join the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District at one of the stops on its Spring Seedling Giveaway Tour! These heirloom seedlings are started from seeds produced by the Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance and grown by the awesome staff of one of our valued partners\, Maryland-National Capital Parks & Planning Commission’s Randall Farm. We’ll have Black Cherry Tomato and Sweet Basil seedlings to give away along with our famous Native Northeast Wildflower Seed Mix packets! \nEvery plant needs proper love. Click each picture for additional care instructions! \n        \nPlease note that seedlings and seed packets are in limited supply!   \n\nVisit our official landing page for updates regarding the 2026 Seedling Giveaway!
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/pgscds-2026-spring-seedling-giveaway-and-seed-swap/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Prince George's Soil Conservation District":MAILTO:pgscd@co.pg.md.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260616T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260616T183000
DTSTAMP:20260515T153835Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night (June)
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nThis month’s topic is: Implementing Conservation Practices + Improving Soil Health with Tasha Dickerson + Dr. Michaele Samuel (two Urban Farm Tours)! \nRegister Here: Implementing Conservation Practices + Improving Soil Health on Urban Farms Tickets\, Tuesday\, June 16  •  4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Eventbrite \n\nThe Prince George’s Soil Conservation District and Bloomin’ PGC Partners invite you to participate in our upcoming Urban Farmers & Growers Open Mic Night! This event is a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share useful information. While the focus is on urban ag conservation\, any topic is open for discussion. All farmers (not just PGC urban farms) and growers are welcome to join us! \nLearn how two urban farmers use conservation Best Management Practices to improve soil health\, biodiversity\, and water quality! Join us (in-person only) for TWO tours and a discussion focusing on conservation Best Management Practices that improve soil health\, biodiversity\, and water quality on two urban farms. \n\n🗣️Networking and refreshments begin at 4:30pm \n🚗Program to start promptly at 5pm \nMeet at Tranquil Islands Urban Farm at 8200 Student Drive\, Clinton\, MD. Free street parking is available. Be sure to bring a sun hat\, water bottle\, and bug spray\, and wear comfortable shoes. You may want to bring a camp chair for the networking and discussion portions of the tour. If the event is sold out\, please email us at karlynch@pgcmd.gov or 301.574.5162 x3 so that we may add your name to the waiting list. \n\nFirst Stop + Networking (4:30 – 5:40 pm): \nDr. Samuel will share how Tranquil Islands Urban Farm integrates conservation practices into its organic operations to nurture both the land and personal well-being. A key part of her production system is crop layering\, which maximizes space\, enhances soil health\, and supports natural pest balance. She will also discuss no-till soil management\, pollinator habitats through the Tranquil Islands Apiary\, and the cultivation of heritage crops\, medicinal and culinary herbs\, and edible flowers. Her presentation will highlight how these practices foster biodiversity\, mindfulness\, and a deeper connection between ecological health and human wellness. \nAbout Tasha Dickerson and Dickerson Family Farm \nDickerson Family Farm is a family-centered urban farm dedicated to growing fresh\, high-quality vegetables and herbs using conservation-based and sustainable growing practices. The farm supports a lifestyle rooted in sharing homegrown food through meals enjoyed with family and friends\, with fresh dishes prepared from the harvest and preserved to extend seasonal abundance throughout the year. The farm is a true family effort\, with family members actively supporting daily operations and seasonal work. Recently\, the farm expanded into small-scale beekeeping\, enhancing pollination across the farm while producing honey and strengthening the farm’s commitment to soil health\, biodiversity\, and environmental stewardship. \n\nSecond Stop + Discussion (5:45 – 6:25 pm): \nDuring the Open Mic Night\, Dickerson Family Farm will share how conservation-based practices guide daily operations on a working urban farm. Attendees will learn how the farm supports soil health\, pollinators\, and sustainable food production while growing vegetables\, herbs\, and honey. Guests will also be invited to attend a farm tour to see these practices in action and learn how they can be applied in home gardens and community spaces. \nAbout Dr. Michaele Samuel and Tranquil Islands Farm \nDr. Michaele C. Samuel is the founder of Tranquil Islands Urban Farm\, an organic farm in Prince George’s County\, Maryland. The farm cultivates heritage crops\, medicinal and culinary herbs\, edible and cut flowers\, and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Rooted in conservation\, Tranquil Islands features thriving pollinator habitats\, the Tranquil Islands Apiary\, and designated no-till raised beds that support soil conservation and regeneration. Dr. Samuel layers her crops to maximize space and support natural pest balance and biodiversity\, reflecting her belief that mindful farming nurtures both the land and overall wellness. Growing up in Grenada\, she has been cultivating crops for as long as she can remember\, inspired by her mother\, who was also a farmer. \n\nFor more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative: https://www.pgscd.org/urban-agricultural-conservation/urban-farms/bloomin-pgc/ \nBloomin’ PGC is an initiative launched by the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council in partnership with the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, the University of Maryland Extension in Prince George’s County\, ECO City Farms\, Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission\, the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment\, the Office of Food Security\, and The Capital Market to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-june/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260708T023000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260708T153000
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SUMMARY:Agricultural Resources Advisory Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Agricultural Resources Advisory Committee (ARAC) is organized exclusively to serve as a link between the farming community and local government\, in pursuit of agricultural activities in the County.  \nThe Ag Resources Advisory Committee (ARAC) will meet on Wednesday\, July 8 at 2:30pm. All are welcome!
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/agricultural-resources-advisory-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260723T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260723T130000
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SUMMARY:Executive Exchange Expo: Agriculture Edition
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the upcoming Executive Exchange Expo: Agriculture Edition\, a special event dedicated to celebrating\, supporting\, and expanding the agricultural industry throughout Prince George’s County. \nAs agriculture continues to play a vital role in our local economy\, food systems\, environmental stewardship\, and community development\, this event will bring together farmers\, agricultural professionals\, industry experts\, government agencies\, and business leaders to explore new opportunities for growth\, collaboration\, and innovation. \nWe are especially honored that Maryland Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Steve Connelly will be joining us as a featured participant\, alongside county leadership and key agricultural partners from across the region. \nClick Here To Register: Executive Exchange Expo: Agricultural Edition \n\n📅Date: July 23\, 2026\n🕚Time: 11am-1pm\n✈️Location: Wayne K. Curry Admin. Building (1st Floor Tech Lounge) \n\nThe event will feature… \n• A Mini Farmers Market Showcase inside the Tech Lounge\n• Networking opportunities with County and State leaders\n• Agricultural resource partners and support organizations\n• Information on grants\, incentives\, procurement opportunities\, and business development resources\n• Opportunities to connect with fellow farmers\, producers\, and agricultural entrepreneurs \nWe are inviting all Prince George’s County farmers\, growers\, agricultural businesses\, beekeepers\, specialty food producers\, agritourism operators\, urban farmers\, and agricultural experts to participate. \n\nVendor Opportunities Available! \nFarmers and agricultural businesses are welcome to register as vendors (free of charge) and showcase their products\, services\, and operations. Participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with county officials\, community stakeholders\, and prospective partners. \nVendors will be encouraged to provide complimentary samples and promotional information to attendees. \nPlease help us spread the word throughout your networks and share this announcement with local farmers\, agricultural organizations\, community gardens\, farming cooperatives\, and others involved in the agricultural sector. \nAdditional event details\, registration information\, and vendor application link are below. \nWe look forward to bringing together the agricultural community to highlight the incredible contributions of this industry and to explore new ways to grow agriculture in Prince George’s County. \n\nThank you for your partnership and support!
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/executive-exchange-expo-agriculture-edition/
LOCATION:Wayne Curry Building\, 1301 McCormick Dr\, Largo\, MD\, 20774\, United States
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SUMMARY:From Seed to Plate: PGC Food Systems Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:Let’s bring together people across the food system—from growers to food service & food assistance providers to connect and share\n\n\n\nThe Prince George’s Community College\, M-NCPPC Food System Planners\, Soil Conservation District\, and Bloomin’ PGC are teaming up to host the first From Seed to Plate: PGC Food Systems Social Hour at the college’s Culinary Arts Center—and we’d love for you to be part of it! Seasonal refreshments will be prepared by the staff and students.  \nThis gathering is all about bringing together people across the county’s food system—from growers to food service and food assistance providers—to connect\, share ideas\, and build relationships. \n\nThe evening will include… \n\nOpening remarks and inspiration\nNetworking\, icebreakers\, and prizes\nLight refreshments\, including a plant-forward menu with allergy-friendly options\nSelf-guided tours of the Culinary Arts Center\nAn opportunity to share your vision for PGC’s food system\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Julian Gudger (gudgerjx@pgcc.edu).  \nIf you would like to donate farm products for the menu\, please contact Julian by July 18 to coordinate items. Your farm and/or food business will be listed on the program and Eventbrite page.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/from-seed-to-plate-pgc-food-systems-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Community College – Culinary Arts Center\, 301 Largo Road\, Largo\, MD\, 20774\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260921T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260921T183000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night (September 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Prince George’s Soil Conservation District and Bloomin’ PGC Partners invite you to participate in our upcoming Urban Farmers & Growers Open Mic Night! This event is a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share useful information. While the focus is on urban ag conservation\, any topic is open for discussion. All farmers (not just PGC urban farms) and growers are welcome to join us! \n\n\n\nThis month’s topic: Leveraging Local\, State + Federal Financial Incentive Programs with Fat Cardinal Farm \n*** IN-PERSON ONLY*** \nLearn how Fat Cardinal Farm in Bowie has leveraged local\, state and federal financial incentive programs to support its bustling urban farm! \nTim and Danielle run Fat Cardinal Farm\, which is a 1/4 acre urban farm in Bowie that grows vegetables\, small fruits and flowers. They have leveraged various grant opportunities to build infrastructure including a 60 foot high tunnel\, frost free hydrants for irrigation\, power supply to the high tunnel\, and a pollinator habitat. In addition\, they have received the County’s Urban Ag Property Tax Credit. They will take you on a tour of their farm infrastructure and discuss how the grants they received enabled them to scale\, become more efficient\, and improve soil health. \nRegister Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leveraging-local-state-federal-financial-incentive-programs-tickets-1997149424691?aff=oddtdtcreator#location \n\nAgenda: \n\nNetworking & Refreshments (4:30-5:00pm)\nWelcome + Introductions (5:00-5:10pm)\nUSDA NRCS Federal Programs: (5:10-5:20pm)\nMDA State Financial Assistance Programs (5:20-5:30pm)\nFat Cardinal Farm Tour and Program Discussion (5:30-6:20pm)\nQuestions & Wrap Up (6:20-6:30pm)\n\n\nAbout Tim Young + Danielle Stowe \nDanielle Young is a first-generation farmer with a growing passion for regenerative agriculture. She has an educational background in biology and ecology. Her favorite part of farming is connecting with the local community\, and her favorite flower to grow is Lisianthus “First Love.” \nTim Young has been interested in growing food since working at an organic farm in southern Maryland while attending college. Since then\, he has worked with community supported agriculture (CSA) organizations and urban farm collectives in San Diego\, and had back-yard gardens in graduate school and while living in Los Angeles. His full-time job is as an economist (unrelated to agriculture)\, and he spends many nights and weekends working at Fat Cardinal Farm. His favorite tomato is Brandywine. \n\nMust have at least 12 farmers registered BY NOON the day before the Open Mic Night or it’s subject to cancellation. If the event is sold out\, please email us at karlynch@pgcmd.gov or 301.574.5162 x3 so that we may add your name to the waiting list. \n\nFor more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative: https://www.pgscd.org/urban-agricultural-conservation/urban-farms/bloomin-pgc/ \nBloomin’ PGC is an initiative launched by the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council in partnership with the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, the University of Maryland Extension in Prince George’s County\, ECO City Farms\, Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission\, the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment\, the Office of Food Security\, and The Capital Market to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-september-2026/
LOCATION:7007 Hillmeade Road  Bowie\, MD 20720\, 7007 Hillmeade Road\, Bowie\, MD\, 20720\, United States
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SUMMARY:Board of Supervisors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: This Board of Supervisors meeting will be a hybrid event. For more information on how to join our meeting in-person\, or receive a link to the online Zoom meeting\, please call our office at 301-574-5162 x 3. \n\n\n\n\nBoard Meeting Agenda (September 2026) \n        \n                                    \n                        \n                    Powered By EmbedPress         \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonthly meetings are held at the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District headquarters. Our Board of Supervisors meets to discuss ongoing business related to Prince George’s County and our organization.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/board-of-supervisors-meeting-2024/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Supervisors Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261014T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261014T183000
DTSTAMP:20260922T174341Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night - October
DESCRIPTION:The Prince George’s Soil Conservation District and Bloomin’ PGC Partners invite you to participate in our upcoming Urban Farmers & Growers Open Mic Night! This event is a platform for the urban farm community to collaborate and share useful information. While the focus is on urban ag conservation\, any topic is open for discussion. All farmers (not just PGC urban farms) and growers are welcome attend! \nIn October\, join us at Sierra Farm & Gardens\, a local\, small-scale cut flower operation\, and network with other urban cut flower farmers! \nRegister Here: Cut Flowers\, Conservation + Conversation Tickets\, Wednesday\, October 14  •  4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Eventbrite \n\n***IN-PERSON ONLY*** \nAgenda: \n\nNetworking & Refreshments (4:30-5:00pm)\nWelcome + Introductions (5:00-5:10pm)\nJulie Wolf\, Advancing Markets for Producers Grant Program (5:10 – 5:20pm)\nSierra Farms + Gardens Tour and Discussion (5:20-6:20pm)\nQuestions & Wrap Up (6:20-6:30pm)\n\nNetworking and refreshments begin at 4:30 pm. Program to start promptly at 5pm. Please consider bringing a camp chair with you. \n\n \nAbout Thea Sierra \nThea Sierra\, is the owner and grower at Sierra Farms & Gardens\, a small urban farm rooted in regenerative agriculture\, community\, and a love for growing good food and beautiful flowers. \nHer journey into farming began with a garden that became a place of healing and eventually grew into a deeper passion and purpose. She expanded her knowledge of regenerative farming at the University of the District of Columbia’s Firebird Farm as a beginning farmer intern. That experience led her to pursue and complete her professional science master’s at the University of the District of Columbia\, where she further developed her focus on sustainable food production\, food access\, food security\, and the Farm-to-Pantry supply chain. \nAt Sierra Farms & Gardens\, she grows a diverse mix of fresh vegetables\, herbs\, and specialty cut flowers using practices such as no-till growing\, composting\, mulching\, cover cropping\, crop rotation\, and water-efficient drip irrigation. A key part of the farm’s mission is also giving back by helping provide fresh\, locally grown produce to families in our community. \nNetworking begins at 4:30 and the program will begin promptly at 5:00pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Please bring a camp chair\, water\, bug spray\, and a hat! Please refer to your confirmation email for additional instructions . If the event is sold out\, please email us at karlynch@pgcmd.gov or 301.574.5162 x3 so that we may add your name to the waiting list. \nCut Flowers\, Conservation + Conversation \nThea Sierra of Sierra Farms & Gardens will share her passion for growing vegetables and specialty cut flowers while sharing her experience starting a new farm plot and using regenerative practices to improve soil health\, conserve water\, and grow efficiently. Thea will discuss no-till farming\, mulching\, drip irrigation\, low tunnels\, biointensive planting\, string-trellising tomatoes\, and tools such as the Paperpot Transplanter and Jang seeder. She’ll also share how she began incorporating flowers into her produce operation and what she has learned on her journey as a beginning farmer. \nThea and the Soil Conservation District staff are hoping to gather new and experienced flower farmers for informational sharing and fellowship! \n\nBloomin’ PGC is an initiative launched by the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council in partnership with the Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, the University of Maryland Extension in Prince George’s County\, ECO City Farms\, Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission\, the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment\, the Office of Food Security\, and The Capital Market to support the growing urban agriculture movement in Prince George’s County. \nFor more information on the Bloomin’ PGC Urban Farm Initiative: https://www.pgscd.org/urban-agricultural-conservation/urban-farms/bloomin-pgc/
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/open-mic-night-october/
LOCATION:Sierra Farms + Gardens\, 15309 Baden Westwood Rd\, Brandywine\, MD\, 20613\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260914T130202Z
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SUMMARY:Prince George's County Forestry Board's Tree Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and educational tree tour hosted by the Prince George’s County Forestry Board! \n\n\n\n\nR.S.V.P. here: Prince George’s County Forestry Board’s Tree Tour Tickets\, Saturday\, October 17  •  9 AM – 3 PM | Eventbrite \n\nThe Prince George’s County Forestry Board is hosting a walking tree tour Saturday\, October 17th 2026. The event will include an interpretive tour of Big\, Champion\, and Historic Trees within the Town of Upper Marlboro. A tree planting demonstration will complete the tour. \nPlease meet at the Darnall’s Chance Historic Museum\, 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Drive\, Upper Marlboro\, Maryland 20772. Sign-in will start at 8:30am\, and the program will begin at 9am. We will have an hour for lunch\, and will finish by 3pm. \nPlease register as soon as possible\, as the event is limited to 30 participants. \nRegistration is free\, but we will be accepting donations the day of the event. Forestry Board events help support the Natural Resources Careers Camp (NRCC)\, an annual camp for students that is held in western Maryland. \nTHIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT! Water will be provided\, but please bring or buy your own lunch. Various food venues are located within walking distance of Darnall’s Chance. \nInternational Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) and Maryland Licensed Tree Expert Credits have been applied for and are pending approval- registered participants will be notified as soon as these are approved by the ISA and MD. DNR. \nFor questions regarding this event\, please contact Dan Donohue\, 301-641-8770 or dadonohue@hotmail.com.
URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/prince-georges-county-forestry-boards-tree-tour/
LOCATION:Darnall’s Chance House Museum\, 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Dr\, Upper Marlboro\, 20772
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261021T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261021T150000
DTSTAMP:20261006T192256Z
CREATED:20261006T192256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T192256Z
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SUMMARY:NRCS Open House
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URL:https://www.pgscd.org/event/nrcs-open-house/
LOCATION:Prince George’s Soil Conservation District\, 5301 Marlboro Race Track Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
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