City of Roseville

New to pool maintenance or struggling to keep it clear and free of algae? This class was designed by Steve Adao (aka “The City Pool Guy”), of Roseville Parks and Rec, an Aquatics maintenance tech with over 40 years in the pool industry. This class is designed to give you a better understanding of how to prevent and fix pool water chemistry issues that would otherwise result in draining and refilling your pool. We will also cover pool leak detection and more. Join us for this educational and water saving class!

Are you brand new to gardening and don't know where to start ?  Learn the basics of gardening including tools of the trade, where to plant, soil needs, sun vs. shade, irrigation needs, and more. We will help you get started on your first garden.

Do you know exactly how much water to use on your yard? Are you getting conflicting information from your landscaper or irrigation timer setting manual? Join us to learn key principles of irrigation management, including proper plant moisture and tips to improve and maintain healthy soil.

This class is dedicated to one of our summer favorites, the tomato! Learn about planting, growing, and caring for this delicious staple as well as how to control problems before they happen. Let us help you grow the ultimate tomato – firm and juicy, sweet, and tangy.

Together we will explore the mysteries of the earth beneath your feet while discovering strategies to make YOUR soil produce more beautiful landscapes and bountiful gardens.

Come ready to get your hands dirty as you dig deep into the soul of YOUR soil. Witness demonstrations and partake in hands-on activities that will provide insight into why your soil is not functioning effectively. Discover that the hard clay soil you love to hate is simply poor in pore space and lacking life. Together we will unearth techniques to create a healthy, diverse and functioning soil ecosystem that will improve drainage, root growth, and create drought and pest resistant plants. Join us and discover all the dirt on YOUR soil.

You are encouraged to bring about two cups of YOUR garden soil, a quart jar with a tight lid and a desire to dig into the secrets of your soil.

Trees add life and beauty to our surroundings, provide natural shade and oxygen, and increase the value of your property. Keep your trees healthy with a spring tune-up. Learn about tree health care, watering schedules, mulch, and fertilization. Use simple, and sustainable practices to keep your trees healthy and vigorous. Local arborist, Lani Houck, from Roseville Urban Forest Foundation (RUFF) will answer your tree questions and help you establish a simple tree care routine.

Have you wondered how to create a water-wise garden? Gardeners will learn six steps for transforming their landscape plus plants to consider, inspiring visuals, and online resources. 

Are you thinking about solar and wondering if it is something you should add to your home? As your community-owned utility, Roseville Electric Utility is here to help you make the best choice. Your Trusted Solar Advisor will walk you through solar technology, what to expect during installation, and the process to connect a solar system to the grid. We will cover what to know before you buy and what purchasing options are available to you. Join our free in-person workshop to determine if solar is right for you.