2026 Workshop Schedule

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Friday, January 30
Art in the Garden
12:00 p.m.

Art in the Garden: Adding Drama, Interest & Beauty to Your Landscape

Michael Glassman

Author and Landscape Designer

Beyond the Lawn
1:00 p.m.

Beyond the Lawn: Turning Your Yard into a Food-Producing Paradise

Reimagining outdoor spaces as beautiful, edible ecosystems.

Jason Perdichizzi

Owner of Yard to Fork

Design-Build Simplified
2:00 p.m.

Design-Build Simplified: How to Turn Your Backyard Dream Into Reality

Sal Hernandez

Pacific Breeze Landscaping

Dog Training 101
3:00 p.m.

Lead With Confidence: Dog Training 101

Mike Harrison

Folsom Dog Resort

Saturday, January 31
A Few Winter Changes
11:00 a.m.

A Few Winter Changes in the Yard & Garden Now that Result in Big Spring and Summer Improvements

Dealing with bugs, diseases, weeds, or plants that just won’t thrive? This fast-paced, science-based talk—backed by research from the University of California—shares what you can do this winter to set your yard and garden up for success.

Learn simple changes that turn big problems into small, temporary setbacks, helping your plants grow healthier while reducing cost, effort, and stress—so you can get back to enjoying your garden.

Julie Barbour

Our Water Our World

Dog Training 101
12:00 p.m.

Lead With Confidence: Dog Training 101

Mike Harrison

Folsom Dog Resort

Solving Problems in the Landscape
1:00 p.m.

Solving Problems in the Landscape

Well-known landscape designer and author Michael Glassman teams up with Janey Santos, creator of the popular YouTube Channel Dig Plant Water Repeat for one informative workshop to help tackle the most common issues homeowners face.

Michael Glassman & Janey Santos

Design / Remodel / Build
2:00 p.m.

Design / Remodel / Build: Learn Everything You Need to Know for a Successful Project

Alexandru Colta

Founder of Global Arch Construction

Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades
3:00 p.m.

Energy-Efficient Home Upgrades: What to Do First, What to Avoid, and How to Pay for It

Not all energy upgrades are created equal. In this 30-minute educational session, Phil Isaacs shares how homeowners can prioritize energy improvements for maximum impact. Learn which products truly improve efficiency, why proper installation is critical, and how to access rebates and financing programs many homeowners don’t realize they qualify for.

Phil will also explain financing options designed specifically for energy upgrades—often offering better terms than traditional HELOCs.

Phillip Isaacs

President of California Energy Consultant Service

Sunday, February 1
Lawns! We Love Them, We Hate the Work
11:00 a.m.

Lawns! We Love Them, We Hate the Work

Learn how to improve your lawn and greatly reduce the cost, work and stress. With a few changes in irrigation, mowing and fertilizer choices, you can have a great lawn that fights diseases, pests and weeds all by itself. This jam packed workshop will yield results in your lawn immediately.

Julie Barbour

Our Water Our World Program Educator

Modern Outdoor Living
12:00 p.m.

Modern Outdoor Living: Trends That Add Value and Function to Your Home

Sal Hernandez

Pacific Breeze Landscaping

Design / Remodel / Build
1:00 p.m.

Do's and Don'ts of Decorating; Avoid Costly Mistakes and Learn the Secret Tricks Designers Use to Enhance Your Space

Becca Cason

Interior Designer, Furnitalia, European Kitchen and Beyond

Beyond the Lawn
2:00 p.m.

Beyond the Lawn: Turning Your Yard into a Food-Producing Paradise

Grow what you eat, cut grocery costs, and love your landscape.

Jason Perdichizzi

Owner of Yard to Fork

Designing Beautiful Landscapes
3:00 p.m.

Designing Beautiful, Drought-Tolerant Landscapes That Last

Jay Martinez

Lead Designer, Bluewater Landscape

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