The Polk County Master Gardener Program Committee invites you to our 2026 Fall Harvest Celebration! Join Polk County Master Gardener's for an evening of learning and fun!
UPDATED: The wait list for this event is now open. -------------------------- UPDATED: For this event we are asking Master Gardeners to help the Program Committee by bringing the following to the meeting:
** Your Master Gardener name tags.** These are important for your fellow gardeners to recognize you! ** Please bring your own drink container. ** Water and coffee will be provided. ** Please bring a salad/side or dessert to share.** ------------------------
5:30 Arrival, Directory Photos, PCMG Advisory Council Voting and Year End Slideshow
6:00 Dinner -Taco Bar– Bring a Salad or Dessert of your choice
6:30 PCMG Seed Exchange Committee will provide an update on our seed exchange program. Please bring your seed donations tonight!
6:45 Education: Climate Trends & Extremes in Iowa with Dr. Justin Glisan, State Climatologist of Iowa
7:45 Stephanie Harrington- Extremes as the New Normal- Adapting Our Garden Practices
8:00 Social time and Photos for Directory
This event is open to the public.
Master Gardeners and trainees are encouraged to attend this important yearly meeting and celebration. Non-Master Gardeners are welcome. Master Gardeners receive 1.25 hour of education for attending.
In the event of inclement weather – including severe weather, snow and ice events – education nights may be cancelled for volunteer safety. Updates and cancellation notices will be posted on the PCMG website/Facebook page or group/email for registrants. Please check these for the most current information before heading out.