Current Workshops

Your small steps at home lead to big changes in our community, from how you use your electricity and water to what you throw away, and even what you flush down the toilet.

Your Roseville Utilities are dedicated to helping you save water and energy, reduce your waste and keep your pipes flowing. Register for one of our workshops or check out our webinar and how-to video library to learn more! 


August Workshops

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Tree Care
Saturday, August 9
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

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

Rooftop solar
Solar in Roseville
Thursday, August 14
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

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

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Worm Composting
Saturday, August 16
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Learn the fun and benefits of vermiculture, composting with worms. This workshop includes topics such as the value of worm compost, how to set up a worm bin, what to feed (or not feed) worms, and how to care for a worm bin. By the end of the workshop, you will have the knowledge needed to create your own bin and start composting with worms.

This free, informational workshop does not include supplies and does not involve bin-building.

To build a worm bin, please sign up for the 11:30-12:30 worm bin building workshop, for $30, by visiting roseville.ca.us/exploremore.

Worm bin
Worm Bin Building
Saturday, August 16
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
$30 - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

After attending the informational workshop on worm composting from 10-11:30 am, build a worm bin in this hands-on workshop. By the end of the workshop, you will be ready to start worm composting and will leave with a prepared bin. Fee includes all materials to make a completed worm bin including bin, shredded paper, spray bottle, and composting worms.

We recommend attending the free 10 am worm composting workshop to prepare yourself for caring for your worms.

Low maintenance yard
Manageable Maintenance
Saturday, August 30
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Learn how to create low maintenance water-efficient landscapes and discover the dos and don’ts for selecting, placing, and caring for trees and plants. You’ll leave with tried-and-true maintenance practices and resources, as well as an understanding of the basics for creating healthy soil, managing weeds, and other common issues.


September Workshops

Pruning fruit tree
Pruning Fruit Trees
Thursday, September 18
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
FREE -  REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Are your fruit trees out of control? Do you want to train your young fruit trees to be easy to harvest and fruitful? Are you confused about how to prune different types of fruit trees? In this workshop, we will explore why, how, and when to prune your fruit trees for strong branches and vigorous growth. This class is taught by arborist Lani Houck from Roseville Urban Forest Foundation.

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CA Native Plant Gardening
Saturday, September 20
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
FREE -  REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

In this workshop, you will learn about the importance of native keystone plants which are unique components of local food webs and provide habitat for birds, butterflies, bees and other wild creatures.  View a colorful selection of native plants that will provide beauty as well as habitat in your home garden.


October Workshops

Tree
Choosing Trees
Saturday, October 4
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE -  REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Trees can bring cooling shade, beauty, and clean air to your landscape-if they are the right trees for the space and conditions. But trees that are not adapted to the environment in your landscape are unlikely to thrive. If they are planted too close to the house, hardscape, or utilities, root conflicts are likely as the trees grow. Arborist Lani Houck from Roseville Urban Forest Foundation will walk you through choosing the right trees for your location. We will also discuss trees you should probably not plant.

Turf
Turf Transformation
Saturday, October 11
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE -  REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Transform your lawn into a thriving, drought-tolerant landscape! This class walks you through the turf conversion process, including removal options, soil health improvement, water-efficient planting techniques, and irrigation retrofits. Get expert advice on plant selection and local rebate programs that can help offset costs.

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Is an EV Right for you?
Thursday, October 16
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
FREE -  REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Join us for an overview of electric vehicle basics. Topics include exploring the differences in a vehicle powered by electricity, options for charging, and available incentives.