Past Events
These annual events are free and open to the public. THIS PAGE WILL REMAIN HIDDEN UNTIL AFTER MAY WEBSITE COMMITTEE MEETING
Horticulture Book Club
Discussions will be held from 12 - 1 pm
Hopkins County Extension Office
25 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY​​
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RSVP at 270-821-3650 to sign up.
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We will be discussing Seeds of Hope by Jane Goodall
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October 10
November 14
Fall Plant, Bulb & Seed Swap
October 18, 2025 10 am - 12 pm
Danny Peyton Outdoor Education Center and Farmer's Market,
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
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Have plants that need to be divided or that you want to share with others? Need plants, bulbs, or seeds to add to your landscaping? Here is your chance! Bring plants and take plants home!
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New this year: Alicia Bosela of Ironweed Nursery will give a short talk on the importance of native plants and answer any questions you may have about selecting the right plants for your yard.
Horticulture Book Club
Discussions will be held from 12 - 1 pm
Hopkins County Extension Office
75 Cornwall Dr, Madisonville, KY
RSVP at 270-821-3650
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​The Light Eaters
July 25
August 22
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2nd Annual Garden Tour
Saturday, June 28, 2025 9 am - 1 pm
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This year's tour features 6 stunning gardens and farms in Hopkins County:
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Lynn & Jerry Curtis, 165 N. Seminary St.
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Organilock, 4100 Nebo Rd.
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Liz & Chris Schweizer, 412 W. Center St.
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Joann & Roy Hibbs, 5274 Rosemont Dr.
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Lib & Brad Locke, 325 E. Broadway St.
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St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 163 N. Main St.
​Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased in advance from the Hopkins County Extension Office. To purchase tickets on the day of the event, simply visit any of the gardens featured on the tour or stop by Mahr Park Arboretum's Event Barn B (465 Mahr Park Dr.).
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This event will be held rain or shine.
Living with Alpha-Gal Syndrome Watch Party
May 29, 2025 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville, 8th floor conference room
200 Clinic Dr, Madisonville, KY
RSVP at 270-821-3650 by April 22
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​In response to the growing interest and concern around Alpha-Gal Syndrome, UK Extension is offering a statewide webinar opportunity covering the basics of Alpha-Gal Syndrome, tick bite prevention, diet/lifestyle management and a live Q&A session. ​​​​
Horticulture Book Club
Discussions will be held from 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Hopkins County Extension Office
75 Cornwall Dr, Madisonville, KY
RSVP at 270-821-3650
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​In Defense of Plants
January 31
February 28
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The Nature of Oaks
March 28
April 25​​​ ​​
25th Anniversary Silent Auction and Christmas Brunch
December 12, 2024 11 am - 1:00 pm
Hopkins County Extension Office
75 Cornwall Dr, Madisonville, KY
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PMGA members past and present are invited and encouraged to bring a friend. Bidding on Silent Auction items ends at 12:30 pm.
Please RSVP (270-821-3650) by December 5th.​
Fall Plant & Bulb Swap
October 26, 2024 2 - 4 pm
Danny Peyton Outdoor Education Center and Farmer's Market,
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
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Have plants that need to be divided or that you want to share with others? Need plants, bulbs, or seeds to add to your landscaping? Here is your chance! Bring plants and take plants home!
CANCELLED
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​Tomato Tasting
September 14, 2024 8:30 am - 12 pm
Danny Peyton Outdoor Education Center and Farmer's Market,
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
Come taste test a variety of different Kentucky raised tomatoes! $5 per person, cash or check only.
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Garden Tour
June 23, 2024 1 pm - 6 pm
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Tour 5 gardens in Hopkins County. ​Tickets are $12 each and can be purchased in advance as well as the day of the event.
Spring Plant Swap
May 11, 2024 2 pm - 4 pm
Danny Peyton Outdoor Education Center and Farmer's Market,
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
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Bring plants to share and take plants home for FREE!!! Need plants, bulbs, or seeds to add to your landscaping? Here is your chance!
Spring Lawn and Garden Fair
April 27, 2024 9 am - 2 pm
Hopkins County Extension Office,
75 Cornwall Dr, Madisonville, KY
Don't miss the 10th annual Spring Lawn and Garden Fair!
Fall Plant Swap
October 28, 2023 2 - 4 pm
Danny Peyton Outdoor Education Center and Farmer's Market,
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
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Have plants that need to be divided or that you want to share with others? Need plants, bulbs, or seeds to add to your landscaping? Here is your chance! Bring plants and take plants home!
NEW DATE: July 29
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Tomato Tasting
July 29, 2023 10 am - 12 pm
Danny Peyton Outdoor Education Center and Farmer's Market,
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
Come taste test a variety of different Kentucky raised tomatoes! $5 per person, cash or check only.
CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER
Art in the Garden
June 25, 2023 4 - 7 pm
Hopkins County Extension Office,
75 Cornwall Dr, Madisonville, KY
Join us for a relaxing evening. Tour the display gardens while listening to live music, peruse the arts and crafts, find something to eat at one of the food trucks on site.
Spring Plant Swap
May 6, 2023 2 pm - 4 pm
Danny Peyton Outdoor Education Center and Farmer's Market,
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
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Bring plants to share and take plants home for FREE!!! Need plants, bulbs, or seeds to add to your landscaping? Here is your chance!
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The Importance of Invasive Species Removal
April 29, 2023 9:30 - 10:15 am
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Tree Species and Their Importance to Insects
April 29, 2023 11:00 - 11:45 am
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Mahr Park Arboretum, Welcome Center
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
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Nathan Strange, Manager of the Bernheim Arboretum, is the guest speaker at our Lawn and Garden Fair this year. He will be sharing his insight into two very important topics which are critical for the survival of many plant and animal species. Come and be inspired to take action!​
Spring Lawn and Garden Fair
April 29, 2023 9 am - 2 pm
Danny Peyton Outdoor Education Center and Farmer's Market,
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
Don't miss the 9th annual Spring Lawn and Garden Fair. There will be something for everyone. Lawn and garden vendors, food trucks, informational talks and demonstrations, activities for children, door prizes, and silent auction.
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This is our signature event of the year, come rain or shine. Join us for a memorable day!
Fall Plant Swap
October 29, 2022 2 pm - 4 pm
Danny Peyton Outdoor Education Center and Farmer's Market,
55 Mahr Park Dr, Madisonville, KY
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Have plants that need to be divided or that you want to share with others? Need plants, bulbs, or seeds to add to your landscaping? Here is your chance! Bring plants and take plants home!
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Art in the Garden
July 23, 2022 5 pm - 8 pm
Hopkins County Extension Office,
75 Cornwall Dr, Madisonville, KY
Join us for a relaxing evening. Tour the display gardens while listening to live music, peruse the arts and crafts, find something to eat at one of the food trucks on site.
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Wanted: Local artists and craftspeople to exhibit and/or sell their work. To reserve a spot in the garden, please call 270-821-3650.