By Katie Oakes, Orleans County CCE Master Gardener Coordinator
Orleans County Master Gardeners have set the 2026 schedule for their Master Your Garden monthly educational classes. The classes are held on the first Saturday of every month at 10 a.m. in the ‘Buzz’ Hill Education Center at the Orleans CCE office in Albion.
The series kicks off on January 3 with “Smart Garden Research” taught by Master Gardener Julia Bender. In the class, she will show participants how to navigate the overwhelming world of online gardening advice with confidence: how to identify trustworthy sources, spot red flags in gardening content, and build a toolkit of reliable websites and resources.
Other topics include hydroponic growing, nature journaling, flower arranging, composting, container gardening, and more. Check out the full lineup with class dates and details on the Orleans County CCE Master Gardener Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1APs1VruNe/.
“We developed the Master Your Garden series to share accessible, practical gardening knowledge with our Orleans County community,” said Julia Bender, Master Gardener Volunteer and chairperson of this educational series. “Whether you’re looking to gain confidence or connect with fellow gardeners, we hope you’ll join us in making 2026 your best growing season yet!”
Classes are offered for an optional $5 donation fee and are held at the Orleans County Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center, 12690 State Route 31, Albion. Pre-registration is encouraged to properly prepare for seating and materials; however, walk-ins are always welcome, especially with the first class being so close to the holidays. To register, call 585-798-4265 ext. 125 or email klo54@cornell.edu.
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