<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?><rss xmlns:dc='http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/' xmlns:geo='http://www.w3.org/2003/01/geo/wgs84_pos#' xmlns:media='http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/' version='2.0' xmlns:xCal='urn:ietf:params:xml:ns:xcal'><channel><title>Calendar - Cooperative Extension </title><link>https://events.uri.edu/group/extension/calendar</link><description>Calendar - Cooperative Extension </description><lastBuildDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:01:24 -0400</lastBuildDate><ttl>60</ttl><language>en-us</language><generator>Localist</generator><item><title>Aug 11, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+11%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399051314</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-11T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 12, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+12%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399052339</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-12T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 13, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+13%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399053364</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-13T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 14, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+14%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399053365</guid><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-14T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 15, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+15%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399054390</guid><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-15T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 16, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+16%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399055415</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-16T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 17, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+17%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399056440</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-17T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 18, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+18%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399057465</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-18T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 19, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+19%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399058490</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-19T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 20, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+20%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399059515</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-20T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 20, 2026: Spotted Lanternfly in Rhode Island - Public Virtual Presentation</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Please join Noah Tennison, RI Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM), for a presentation that provides an overview of Spotted Lanternfly (SLF)  Biology, including its life cycle and behavior, to better understand how and why it spreads. Participants will learn how to accurately identify SLF in all life stages, including its host tree and similar species. The session also covers practical, do-it-yourself management strategies for homeowners and gardeners to help reduce local populations.</p>

<p>Finally, it outlines current state and federal response efforts, highlighting how agencies are working to monitor, contain, and manage this invasive pest. Participants will gain a clear, practical understanding of how to recognize and respond to spotted lanternfly in real-world settings. They will leave with the confidence to make informed decisions and communicate accurate, useful information within their communities.
<br> </p>

<p>This virtual workshop is free and open to the public. Please register by visiting: <a href="https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/PFiswc-xQCWyOowwpPdOGg">https://uri-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/PFiswc-xQCWyOowwpPdOGg</a></p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/spotted-lanternfly-in-rhode-island">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Spotted+Lanternfly+in+Rhode+Island+-+Public+Virtual+Presentation&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+20%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0APlease+join+Noah+Tennison%2C+RI+Department+of+Environmental+Management+%28RIDEM%29%2C+for+a+presentation+that+provides+an+overview+of+Spotted+Lanternfly+%28SLF%29++Biology%2C+including+its+life+cycle+and+behavior%2C+to+better+understand+how+and+why+it+spreads.+Participants+will+learn+how+to+accurately+identify+SLF+in+all+life+stages%2C+including+its+host+tree+and+similar+species.+The+session+also+covers+practical%2C+do-it-yourself+management+strategies+for+homeowners+and+gardeners+to+help+reduce+local+populations.%0A%0A%0AFinally%2C+it+outlines+current+state+and+federal+response+efforts%2C+highlighting+how+agencies+are+working+to+monitor%2C+contain%2C+and+manage+this+invasive+pest.+Participants+will+gain+a+clear%2C+practical+understanding+of+how+to+recognize+and+respond+to+spotted+lanternfly+in+real-world+settings.+They+will+leave+with+the+confidence+to+make+informed+decisions+and+communicate+accurate%2C+useful+information+within+their+communities.%0A+%0A%0AThis+virtual+workshop+is+free+and+open+to+the+public.+Please+register+by+visiting%3A+https%3A%2F%2Furi-edu.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2FPFiswc-xQCWyOowwpPdOGg%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fspotted-lanternfly-in-rhode-island%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_53540684031532</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-20T19:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/spotted-lanternfly-in-rhode-island</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/53540694901131/huge/883664142297d4ad551e9d4de1078900b0ac80b3.jpg'/><category>Community Engagement</category><category>Virtual / Webinars</category></item><item><title>Aug 21, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+21%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399060540</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-21T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 22, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+22%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399061565</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-22T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 22, 2026: Fall Lawn Care in Westerly at Westerly Library &amp; Wilcox Park</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join URI Master Gardener Vivian Shaull for an informative presentation about fall lawn care.The talk will cover: the importance of getting a soil test, what the weeds say about your lawn, proper mowing, proper use of fertilizer, how to repair damaged areas, and common diseases and how to cure them.</p>

<p>Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions following the presentation, and light refreshments will be served.</p>

<p>This workshop is free thanks to the educational mission of the URI Master Gardener program. All are welcome.  To register please visit: <a href="https://www.westerlylibrary.org/event/fall-lawn-care-master-gardeners">https://www.westerlylibrary.org/event/fall-lawn-care-master-gardeners</a></p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/fall-lawn-care-in-westerly">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Fall+Lawn+Care+in+Westerly&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+22%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AJoin+URI+Master+Gardener+Vivian+Shaull+for+an+informative+presentation+about+fall+lawn+care.The+talk+will+cover%3A+the+importance+of+getting+a+soil+test%2C+what+the+weeds+say+about+your+lawn%2C+proper+mowing%2C+proper+use+of+fertilizer%2C+how+to+repair+damaged+areas%2C+and+common+diseases+and+how+to+cure+them.%0A%0AAttendees+will+have+the+opportunity+to+ask+questions+following+the+presentation%2C+and+light+refreshments+will+be+served.%0A%0AThis+workshop+is+free+thanks+to+the+educational+mission+of+the+URI+Master+Gardener+program.+All+are+welcome.++To+register+please+visit%3A+https%3A%2F%2Fwww.westerlylibrary.org%2Fevent%2Ffall-lawn-care-master-gardeners%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Ffall-lawn-care-in-westerly%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_53133996397312</guid><geo:lat>41.3785</geo:lat><geo:long>-71.8287</geo:long><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-22T11:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/fall-lawn-care-in-westerly</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/53134002134645/huge/2e905e415d0a40c03c4c2f225eea9fb2dedf5412.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 23, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+23%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399062590</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-23T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 24, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+24%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399063615</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-24T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 25, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+25%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399064640</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-25T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 26, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+26%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399065665</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-26T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 27, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+27%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399065666</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-27T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 28, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+28%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399066691</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-28T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 29, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+29%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399067716</guid><pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-29T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 30, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+30%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399068741</guid><pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-30T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Aug 31, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Aug+31%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399069766</guid><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-08-31T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 1, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+1%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399070791</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-01T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 2, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+2%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399071816</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-02T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 3, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+3%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399072841</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-03T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 4, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+4%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399072842</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-04T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 5, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+5%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399073867</guid><pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-05T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 6, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+6%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399074892</guid><pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-06T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 7, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+7%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399075917</guid><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-07T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 8, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+8%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399076942</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-08T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 9, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+9%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399077967</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-09T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 10, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+10%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399077968</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-10T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 11, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+11%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399080017</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-11T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 12, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+12%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399081042</guid><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-12T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 13, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+13%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399082067</guid><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-13T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 14, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+14%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399083092</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-14T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 15, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+15%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399084117</guid><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-15T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 16, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+16%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399084118</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-16T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 17, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+17%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399085143</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-17T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 17, 2026: Putting the Garden to Bed Workshop in Providence at Wanskunk Library</title><description><![CDATA[<p>As the growing season comes to end, it is helpful to clean and put your garden to bed for the winter. A good fall cleanup provides multiple benefits for gardeners – it reduces weed populations and disease, minimizes plant insect pests, prevents rodent infestation, and eases the workload for next year’s spring planting. </p>

<p>This free workshop is courtesy of the URI Master Gardener program and open to the public. Registration not required.</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/putting-the-garden-to-bed-workshop-at-wanskuck-library">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Putting+the+Garden+to+Bed+Workshop+in+Providence&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+17%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AAs+the+growing+season+comes+to+end%2C+it+is+helpful+to+clean+and+put+your+garden+to+bed+for+the+winter.+A+good+fall+cleanup+provides+multiple+benefits+for+gardeners+%E2%80%93+it+reduces+weed+populations+and+disease%2C+minimizes+plant+insect+pests%2C+prevents+rodent+infestation%2C+and+eases+the+workload+for+next+year%E2%80%99s+spring+planting.+%0A%0AThis+free+workshop+is+courtesy+of+the+URI+Master+Gardener+program+and+open+to+the+public.+Registration+not+required.%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fputting-the-garden-to-bed-workshop-at-wanskuck-library%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52390263443265</guid><geo:lat>41.851479</geo:lat><geo:long>-71.434366</geo:long><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-17T18:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/putting-the-garden-to-bed-workshop-at-wanskuck-library</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52390275310753/huge/396798f635c2d43da7b171b4c6a887b70371e3ca.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 18, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+18%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399086168</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-18T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 19, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+19%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399087193</guid><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-19T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 20, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+20%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399088218</guid><pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-20T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 21, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+21%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399089243</guid><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-21T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 22, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+22%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399089244</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-22T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 23, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+23%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399090269</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-23T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 24, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+24%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399091294</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-24T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 25, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+25%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399092319</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-25T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item><item><title>Sep 26, 2026: Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule at Statewide</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Statewide Gardening Information and Soil Testing Schedule</p>

<p>From March through October, our URI Master Gardener volunteers offer free soil pH testing to Rhode Island residents, helping you understand your soil's health and providing recommendations for improvement. Bring a soil sample to the event and our experts will determine its pH levels and texture, offering guidance on achieving optimal soil conditions for your gardening needs.</p>

<p>Additionally, explore our Gardening Information and Soil Testing (GIST) booth, where you can ask gardening questions and access a wealth of resources to support your horticultural goals. </p>

<p>Learn how to take a soil sample and access the statewide schedule by visiting: uri.edu/coopext/services/gist</p>

<p><a href="https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule">View on site</a> | <a href="mailto:?subject=I+found+an+interesting+event%3A+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule&amp;body=I+found+an+interesting+event+you+may+like%3A%0A%0A%0ADate%3A+Sep+26%2C+2026%0A%0ADescription%3A%0AStatewide+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+Schedule%0A%0AFrom+March+through+October%2C+our+URI+Master+Gardener+volunteers+offer+free+soil+pH+testing+to+Rhode+Island+residents%2C+helping+you+understand+your+soil%27s+health+and+providing+recommendations+for+improvement.+Bring+a+soil+sample+to+the+event+and+our+experts+will+determine+its+pH+levels+and+texture%2C+offering+guidance+on+achieving+optimal+soil+conditions+for+your+gardening+needs.%0A%0AAdditionally%2C+explore+our+Gardening+Information+and+Soil+Testing+%28GIST%29+booth%2C+where+you+can+ask+gardening+questions+and+access+a+wealth+of+resources+to+support+your+horticultural+goals.+%0A%0ALearn+how+to+take+a+soil+sample+and+access+the+statewide+schedule+by+visiting%3A+uri.edu%2Fcoopext%2Fservices%2Fgist%0A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Fevents.uri.edu%2Fevent%2Fgardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule%0A">Email this event</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink='false'>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52302399093344</guid><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate><dc:date>2026-09-26T00:00:00-04:00</dc:date><link>https://events.uri.edu/event/gardening-information-and-soil-testing-schedule</link><media:content medium='image' url='https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/52328502733065/huge/86e8f06ad8542a184bfb73e24b9025cf37dec43d.jpg'/></item></channel></rss>