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Gardening

Have you always wanted to learn how to garden and tend to your own plants? The City of Henderson offers several opportunities for all gardeners and plant enthusiasts at Pumpkin Park, Henderson's 71st park and 1st community garden, and the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve


Summer Planting

Planting in the desert heat can be tricky. You will get an opportunity to meet Garden Farms staff and learn tips and tricks. It's recommended to wear a hat, tennis shoes, and sunscreen. Class registration is free.

Location: Pumpkin Park

*$6 per for supplies is due upon arrival. Seeds, additional gardening supplies, and plants will be for sale.

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 8+ Saturday  10am-noon 15/4 Free*

 

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Pumpkin Garden Interest List

Do you enjoy gardening but don’t have the space? The NEW Pumpkin Park is your answer. There will be 31 planting beds available soon, on a first-come, first served basis, ranging in cost from $60–$120 per year. You will be responsible for the maintenance of the beds. However, support will be offered from our partner, Garden Farms, to help you succeed in growing your fruits and vegetables. This secure garden facility includes elevated and irrigated planting beds and a water station. Limited space is available, signing up for the waiting list is optional, and we will contact you when the garden is ready to grow!

Location: Pumpkin Park

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Henderson Happenings

To sign up for additional programs and events, visit HendersonHappenings.com.

More Program & Class Resources:

  • Adaptive Recreation
  • Be Kind
  • Become a Contracted Instructor
  • Class Listings
  • Financial Assistance 
  • Healthy Henderson
  • Membership
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Pools
  • Sports
  • Youth Programs

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Event dates and times subject to change or cancellation without notice. Management reserves all rights.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Free Skate at America First Center

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Beat the heat, and get on the ice for skating at Lifeguard Arena! Skate on the same ice as your Henderson Silver Knights at the City of Henderson's FREE ice skating events at America First Center! Skaters of all ages and skill levels are welcome! Registration is open now for skates all year long, and sign-ups must be completed in advance.

You must register for these events in order to be admitted as space is limited to the first 200 people.   

Free Skate at America First Arena

Beat the heat, and get on the ice! The City of Henderson and America First Center are teaming up to offer free public skates to our community on select dates this year. Skaters of all ages and experience levels are welcome!
Registration is required in order to participate. Skate rentals are FREE.

Saturday, July 13 | 5pm-7pm

Thursday, December 5 | 7pm-9pm

All Participant Skate at America First Arena

The all-participant skates are FREE with registration. This does not include skate rentals at America First Center, however skate rentals are available for $3 or you can bring your own. You must be registered to participate.

Sunday, April 14 | 2pm-4pm

Saturday, May 4 | 11:30am-1:30pm

Monday, May 27 | Noon-2pm

Sunday, June 2 | 11:30am-1:30pm

Wednesday, June 26 | Noon-2pm

Tuesday, July 9 | Noon-2pm

Tuesday, July 23 | Noon-2pm

Wednesday, July 24 | Noon-2pm

Thursday, July 25 | Noon-2pm

Friday, July 26 | Noon-2pm

Friday, August 2 | 7pm-9pm

Thursday, October 24 | 4:30pm-6:30pm

 

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