Sunday, January 4th will be the final date for Master Gardeners to enter hours. VMS admins will have until Sunday, January 11th to approve hours or make edits. So far, 85,674 hours have been logged!

When: Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 6:00-8:00 PM

Where: Zoom or CMREC (Ellicott City, MD)

Join us virtually or in-person for a fun night of watercolor painting! We are so delighted to have Betty Walke, Baltimore City Master Gardener, as our instructor. She will guide us in painting a beautiful holly branch.

Did you miss any of our continuing education webinars last year?

Check out the recordings below! You can always see both upcoming continuing education opportunities and recorded webinars on the State MG Continuing Education webpage.

Join us on this year’s quest to find amazing plants, new gardening techniques, exciting design ideas, and the latest environmental best practices for your garden! Michigan State University Extension’s West Michigan Consumer Horticulture Team is excited to host PLANT QUEST 2026’s speaker line up of noted authors, educators, and horticulturists!



This webinar is designed to be easily accessible and available at your convenience. Join every Monday evening in January on ZOOM LIVE or watch any time after using the recording link sent to you each week. Just in time for holiday giving, this webinar series will warm your winter with visions of beautiful plants and lush gardens. Register and complete payment by January 4 to receive a $10 early-bird discount!

Lisa Kuder, Native Plants & Landscapes Specialist, is launching a new Natives at Noon webinar series in 2026!

Hello! I’m your host, Lisa Kuder, from UMD Extension. Join us on the first Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 as we delve into various topics related to native plants. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned professional, this series provides an opportunity to expand your knowledge and engage with experts in the field. Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists, these sessions are an excellent way to earn Continuing Education Units. Although the presentations are free of charge, registration is required to attend. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your understanding of native plants while enjoying your lunch. Register at the links below to attend one or more of the first three live only sessions.

Gardeners Give Thanks for a Garden's Gifts

By Annette Cormany, Principal Agent Associate and Master Gardener Coordinator, Washington County, University of Maryland Extension

Winter Weeds Creep up on Gardeners

By Annette Cormany, Principal Agent Associate and Master Gardener Coordinator, Washington County, University of Maryland Extension

The University of Maryland Extension programs are open to any person and will not discriminate against anyone because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, political affiliation, and gender identity or expression.