Penn State Master Gardeners of Berks County

10/07/2026

The Berks County 4-H Cloverbud Club will hold its first meeting of the year on Saturday, October 24th, from 10 am - noon, at the Berks County Ag Center, 1206 County Welfare Rd, Leesport.
The Berks County 4-H Cloverbud Club is for youth ages 5-7 (ages as of January 1, 2027). The youth will learn about various topics through hands-on learning.
Make sure to enroll your members in ZSuites at https://4h.zsuite.org before the meeting date.

09/30/2026

Join us to understand the parts and functions of a rain barrel and learn how to connect it to your downspout. The workshop will be Oct 17, 1-2 pm. Cost is $60 which includes a barrel and a kit to convert it into a rain barrel. Participation is limited to 12. Registration is required.

https://extension.psu.edu/rain-barrel-workshop-build-your-own

09/29/2026

Want to learn about the biology and spread of the crape myrtle bark scale, how to recognize signs and symptoms of infestation, and the challenges it presents? Join us for a webinar on Oct. 2, 1:00-2:15pm. No cost. Registration is required.

https://extension.psu.edu/pennsylvania-invasive-species-crape-myrtle-bark-scale

Learn how to identify and manage crape myrtle bark scale (CMBS) and explore sustainable strategies to reduce the impact of this emerging invasive pest.

09/10/2026

Twas the night before Fall Plant Sale!!! Green means shade loving plants, yellow means sun loving plants, blue means tropical houseplant or seasonal plants!

Stop by tomorrow, Friday Sept 11, from 10am to 7pm at our new location in the 4-H Center /North Campus Activity Center!!! Free books and lots of people who LOVE to talk about plants!!!

08/28/2026

Join us to learn how to identify common insects and spiders found in PA, recognize pests of homes, landscapes, and vegetable gardens, understand insects that affect human and animal health, learn about pollinators and beneficial insects, and explore the ecological role of spiders and other arthropods. The webinar series will be on Tuesdays, Sept 1-Oct 13, 1:00-2:15pm. Cost is $50. Registration is required.

https://extension.psu.edu/entomology-102

Entomology 102 explores insects and arthropods affecting health, homes, and agriculture, highlighting pests, pollinators, beneficial species, and the ecological role of spiders in Pennsylvania.

08/25/2026

Join us to learn the history of West Nile Virus in PA, the transmission cycle, symptoms, peak periods of mosquito activity, and prevention strategies to reduce mosquito habitat and mosquito bites. The live webinar will be on Aug 27, 12-1pm. There is no cost. Registration is required.

https://extension.psu.edu/biting-pests-west-nile-virus-in-pennsylvania

Explore the history, transmission, and impact of West Nile virus in Pennsylvania, along with mosquito activity patterns and practical strategies to prevent bites and reduce risk.

07/30/2026

https://www.psu.edu/news/agricultural-sciences/story/penn-state-extension-webinars-focus-invasive-species-pennsylvania?utm_audience=External&utm_source=newswire&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Penn+State+Today&utm_content=07-27-2026-21-15&utm_term=Announcements+-+2&utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv2&fbclid=IwY2xjawTYgbJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF4SXZaSlZBTnVvVDR5VHRSc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuEPG2xMgzv5YmIekX1FKGF4-wjRb03YQ3vlHi0EHoDoycA0Z1YwLvFux0Td_aem_SIByjyMCrA5G4Twsv4uKHA

Anyone interested in invasive species in Pennsylvania, including conservation volunteers, educators, green industry professionals and Master Gardeners can learn more about this topic through free webinars hosted by Penn State Extension.

07/29/2026

Browse the catalog for colored pictures and details.
https://web.cvent.com/event/3c0b0581-20ae-402b-b263-157dc55eee8f/websitePage:8ac81c70-278f-4770-ab33-e26a32e51e07

07/28/2026

Join us to hear about the current initiatives to identify and track bee populations in PA, how to identify native bees commonly found in the state, and why native bees are essential, the threats they face, and practical steps you can take to help protect them. Webinar is Aug 15, 9:30am-11am. Cost is $10. Registration is required.

https://extension.psu.edu/gardening-with-insects-native-bees-of-pennsylvania-webinar

Learn why native bees matter, how they are identified and monitored in Pennsylvania, and what you can do to help protect these essential pollinators.

07/23/2026

Our 2026 fundraiser includes 24 native tree and shrub species, including coral honeysuckle, smooth hydrangea, bald cypress, and hazelnut! Each year, we select different native trees and shrub species to highlight based on watershed improvement goals, community interest, healthy stock, availability, and landscape needs.

https://extension.psu.edu/master-watershed-steward-native-tree-and-shrub-sale

Penn State Extension Master Watershed Stewards to Host Seventh Annual Native Tree and Shrub Events to Promote Healthy Watersheds. Now Open!