Master Gardener Society of Oakland County, MI
MGSOC general meetings are held at the:Beautiful Savior Lutheran
Church MGSOC meetings are free to MGSOC members.
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Wed - Mar 10 |
Hummingbirds in the Great Lakes TROY GARDEN CLUB BRANCH WNF&GA presents "Hummingbirds in the Great Lakes" Our guest speaker Allen Chartier project director of the Great Lakes Hummer Net will describe the Hummer Net's hummingbird research conducted in Michigan, Ohio and Northern Indiana, and other interesting details about hummingbirds. Mr. Chartier is a long time birder with an expanded knowledge of hummingbirds. He has written a number of publications containing information about birds. The Troy Garden Club meets at Big Beaver United Methodist Church at 3753 John R in Troy. The church is located just south of Wattles Road on the west side of the street. Refreshments will be served at 12 o'clock. Visitors are welcome at the Club's programs. There is a $5 guest donation. For more information contact Mary at 248-593-6182. |
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Wed - Mar 10 6:00 PM |
White Lake Beautification Committee VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY White Lake Beautification Committee 2nd Wednesday of every month at 6pm. Dublin Community Senior Center. 685 Union Lake Road, White Lake, Mi 48386. For more information call Gail Lutzky at 248-409-3449. |
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Thu - Mar 11 |
Nesting Habits of North American Birds - Hill and Dale Garden Club 7:30 p.m. at the visitors center at Heritage Park, west side of Farmington Road, between 10 and 11 Mile roads. It's that time of year again. It may look too cold out there, but critters are beginning to think in terms of family. Cardinals and robins are announcing territory and every feathered thing is looking for nesting materials. Giving us a birds-eye view of the process, LuAnn Linker, owner of Wild Birds Unlimited, will discuss the Nesting Habits of North American Birds. The public is welcome, and as always, there will be snacks. For more information, call Mar Sclawy at 248.519.4107 during the day. |
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Fri - Mar 12 -- Sat - Mar 13 |
MHTA's 32nd Annual Conference and Workshop Michigan State University, East Lansing Horticultural Therapy: Connecting People and Plants: "Restoring Hope Through Horticultural Therapy" Keynote speaker: Melanie Hammer, MSW, HTA, 2005 graduate of the Horticultural Therapy Institute Director of a horticultural therapy program, Wellstone Regional Hospital in Jeffersonville, Indiana, a 100-bed psychiatric hospital and outpatient center for children, adolescents and adults For further information, click on www.MichiganHTA.org or contact Cathy Flinton, at (517)332-1616 ext. 238 |
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Sat - Mar 13 |
MSU Horticulture Gardens Spring Conference Michigan State University, East Lansing Kitchen Garden Renaissance - Join long-time herbal cohorts and gardening friends, Susan Belsinger and Tina Marie Wilcox for a lively and entertaining program on the revival of the kitchen garden. This PowerPoint will feature the creation and ongoing maintenance of the Kitchen Garden at the Ozark Folk Center in Mountain View, Arkansas. Susan and Tina work from the ground up beginning with preparing the soil, making compost, and sowing seed, to discussion of fertilization and pest control. They will show other kitchen gardens from small to large and from fairly natural to tidy and well-kept. The end result of gardening is the bountiful harvest. So they will discuss and show farmer markets, wonderful organic produce, and the role of CSA's today coming back full circle to summarize how great it is to grow your own. .Plus, many great workshop and vendors to get you excited about the upcoming gardening season! Learn to build a bamboo trellis from MSU Horticulture Gardens Director Dr. Art Cameron, learn composting techniques from our very own Student Organic Farm guru Dr. John Biernbaum, or learn perfect plant combinations from Dr. Bob Schutzki. Think spring - come, learn, exchange ideas, shop and more - all this at the Spring Garden Conference. For more information, click on www.hrt.msu.edu |
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Sat - Mar 13 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Growing Vegetables Organically The Oakland County Master Gardener Continuing Education Committee will be offering the Organic Vegetable Gardening 2-part series of classes again this winter. Saturday, March 13 The 2nd week will be The Gardening Year, a month by month guide, also taught by Peter Bray. Learn about common vegetables cultivars for the organic garden. Find out how to garden organically month by month in Michigan. Guidance will include planning the garden, record keeping, seeds vs. plant starts, seed saving, and extending the growing season. Location: Oakland County Executive Office Conference Center 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford Class Fee: $40 The brochure with more registration details has been posted on the MSUE-Oakland County website under upcoming events. www.msue.msu.edu%20Growing%20Vegetables%20Organically.pdf For more information, please call Linda Smith at 248-858-0887 or mailto:smithlin@oakgov.com |
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Mon - Mar 15 |
Cuttings - A Form of Multiplication County Downs Garden Club welcomes you to our community program. Judy Cornellier of Telly's Greenhouse, will present "Cuttings - A Form of Multiplication" on Monday, March 15, 7:30 PM. Location: First Presbyterian Church of Royal Oak, 529 Hendrie Blvd at 6th Street, 1 block north of Lincoln, 1 block east of Woodward. Admission free, donations welcome, refreshments and door prizes. For more information, contact Toby Cheney at 248-544-0242. |
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Mon - Mar 15 |
MGSOOC Board Meeting MGSOOC Board Meeting @ 7:00pm Location: MSU Extension Office |
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Tue - Mar 16 |
Deer Control Strategies Highland Garden Talk 2010 Highland Twp. Beautification Commission will host Pamela Carter, Advanced Master Gardener and owner of Deer & Gardens as she presents "Deer Control Strategies" A discussion of deer-resistant landscaping strategies and how beautiful gardens are possible.... even in deer country. Topics will include deer damage control through use of barriers, products and a tantalizing selection of deer-resisitant plant choices. Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Highland Adult Activity Center 209 N. John Street Highland, MI Tickets $5 can be purchased in advance at the Highland Twp. Treasurer's Office (248)-887-3791 or purchase at the door the day of the event. Registration at 6:30 pm, presentation will begin at 7 pm. Refreshments and Door Prizes. |
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Sat - Mar 20 -- Sun - Mar 21 |
Natural Gardening and the Wooded Lot - 2 day Workshop Helps Gardeners Have a Forest and Grow Flowers too! Trees can increase property value by 10 to 20%, clean and cool the air for people below, improve the soil, prevent erosion and water pollution, and attract songbirds. Yet they can also increase a property owner's frustration if their shade and roots interfere with gardening and landscaping. On March 20-21, 2010, Celia Ryker in Ortonville is hosting at Hadley Hill Farm a workshop for those who want to grow and do more with their wooded property without sacrificing the advantages and ecological diversity that come from having trees. Along with well known Michigan author Janet Macunovich and horticulturist-photographer Steven Nikkila of Waterford, Ryker will guide participants through all the essentials of gardening under trees, with a special emphasis on keeping it naturally beautiful, attractive to birds and other desirable wildlife, and simple to maintain. The workshop is called Natural Gardening and the Wooded Lot. The cost is $195 for the weekend or $115 for one day (register for Saturday to focus on trees, shrubs and overall design; Sunday for the smaller plants, wildflowers and designing gardens within the overall scheme). The fee includes a workbook with plant lists and design guide, plus lunch and other refreshments. Attendees who wish to have their own wooded lot design reviewed by the instructors and returned with recommendations may do so for an additional fee. Attendance is limited. Also, registrants receive and are encouraged to complete before the workshop an optional survey of their trees and other aspects of a property, so early registration is suggested. To register or for additional information, contact Celia Ryker (248-627-2356 or mailto:hadleyhillfarm@aol.com) or Janet Macunovich (248-681-7850 or mailto:JMaxGarden@aol.com). |
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Sat - Mar 20 |
St. Clair County Master Gardener Association Seminar St. Clair County Master Gardener Association Seminar Full Credit Here is the link to the SCCCMMGA Spring Symposium. msue.stclaircounty.org The Cornerstone Church 4025 North Rd., Clyde, MI 48049. Saturday, March 20, 2010 |
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Sat - Mar 20 |
Bromeliads: Simple, Sophisticated & Sassy Saturday, March 20, 11am-12pm Join us for this presentation and exhibition with special guest Paul Wingert. Wingert was the 2004 World Bromeliad Conference Sweepstakes Award Winner and is current vice-president of the Southeast Michigan Bromeliad Society. Following a slide presentation, meet members of the Southeast Michigan Bromeliad Society and view a private exhibition of award-winning bromeliads. Hundreds of bromeliads will be available for purchase. Cost: $12.00 Advance registration required. Please call 248-332-6430 to reserve your space. Goldner Walsh Garden & Home (559 Orchard Lake Road, Pontiac, MI 48341) www.goldnerwalsh.com |
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Wed - Mar 24 |
Cover Crop Basics for Small Growers Learn how to improve the soil in your garden with cover crops. Kristine Hahn, MSU Wayne County Horticulture Educator, and Patrick Crouch, program manager at Earthworks Urban Farm will share their expertise and experience. Wednesday, March 24, 2010 6:30 - 8:30 pm The class will be held at the Oakland County Executive Office Conference Center 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI Class fee is $20. The registration flyer has been posted on the MSUE-Oakland County website under upcoming events. msue.msu.edu If you have any questions, please call Linda Smith at 248-858-0887 or mailto:smithlin@oakgov.com |
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Tue - Apr 06 6:30 PM |
Master Gardener Society of Oakland County (MGSOOC) General Meeting MGSOOC General Meeting - April 6, 2010 @ 6:30pm Location: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Education: Peter Bray, advanced master gardener Peak Oil, the Food Supply and Home Gardening Meetings are free for Society Members. There is a $3.00 guest fee. Soups: Corn Chowder & Potato |
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Sat - Apr 10 |
Spring into Gardening Conference and Yard & Garden Expo Ubly Heights Country Club, Ubly Sponsored by the Huron County Master Gardeners Speakers include Janet Macunovich, professional gardener, designer, author and educator; Ray and Colleen VanGoethem of Northern Michigan Aquatics; Monica Schwanitz, Registered Landscape Architect; Dorothian Meyer, American Hemerocallis Society Member; Rosemarie Cregeur, owner of Rosemarie's Kitchen; Certified Forester Jeff Tuller; and Mark Hanner, Michigan Hosta Society Member. More information available at www.msue.msu.edu (click on the Master Gardener link on the sidebar) or please contact Carol Holtrop at 989-553-2992 or mailto:holtropc@gmail.com. |
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Sat - Apr 10 |
Garden Design 1-2-3 GARDEN DESIGN 1-2-3: THIS IS WHAT MASTER GARDENERS HAVE BEEN WANTING FOR YEARS. This is a 4- week how to series on garden design. The workshop will present the basic elements of design used in formal and informal gardens. Participants will develop the necessary skills to layout garden beds and small landscape areas using the principles of design. There will be plenty of hands on exercises to help you understand the steps necessary to end up with a pleasing design for your landscape beds. Class: Garden Design 1-2-3 Dates: Saturdays, April 10, 24, May 8, 22 Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm Where: Oakland County Executive Office Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, #41 W, Waterford Cost: $160 plus drafting supplies For more information and the registration brochure go to the Oakland County MSUE website www.msue.msu.edu . Go to Upcoming events. Questions: Call Linda Smith 248-858-0887 |
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Tue - Apr 20 |
A Garden Affair: Four Seasons of Gardening Forwards Conference Center, West Branch, Michigan Sponsored by the Ogemaw Area Master Gardeners Four Topics: "Bursting into Spring" by Sue Grubba; "Edible Landscaping" by Eugene Kociba; "Autumn Jewels: the Science behind the Scenery" by Cheryl English; "Winter Interest in the Garden" by Steven Nikkila. The conference is open to the public and is a terrific opportunity to hear some great speakers and learn more about gardening. So bring your friends and plan for a day of exciting speakers, great shopping, good conversation and drawings for door prizes! Cost is $45 prior to April 1st 2010. Registration after April 1st is $55. Participation is limited so register early. Program qualifies for 4.5 Master Gardener Educational Hours. For more information, call 989-345-0692 or click on www.msue.msu.edu%20Garden%20Affair%202010.pdf/ |
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Fri - Apr 30 -- Sat - May 01 |
2010 Master Gardener College ANNOUNCEMENT 2010 Master Gardener College Friday, April 30 and Saturday, May 1 Location: MSU. EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY Full Credit Friday, April 30, 1:00 - 5:00 pm: Afternoon tours and hands-on workshops Friday night BBQ (optional) Saturday, May 1, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm: Keynote Speaker: Dr. Art Cameron, MSU Horticulture Professor "The Science and Art of Gardening" Over twenty class topics and speakers representing five themes: Science and Gardening Growing Healthy Plants Plants for Sustainable Landscapes Backyard Food Solutions Strengthening Volunteer Skills Poster session featuring volunteer projects Plants and garden-related items for sale Door prizes!!! Attend Friday and Saturday or just Saturday Special registration discount for 2009 recertified MGVs (Records must be in the web-based recordkeeping system by 02/22/10) Hotel rooms reserved at Candlewood Suites Hotel East Lansing Detailed information and registration material available in mid-March |
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Tue - May 11 6:30 PM |
Master Gardener Society of Oakland County (MGSOOC) General Meeting MGSOOC General Meeting - PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE Location: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Education: Jan Bills and Dawna Tennant of Two Women and a Hoe Pruning Techniques, Mulch & Compost Meetings are free for Society Members. There is a $3.00 guest fee. Soups: Chicken Noodle & French Onion |
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Mon - May 17 |
MGSOOC Board Meeting MGSOOC Board Meeting @ 7:00pm Location: MSU Extension Office |
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Tue - May 25 |
Container Herb Gardens by Paula Krause - Evenings in the Garden series This very popular gardening series is back again at the MSU Tollgate Education Center in Novi. Classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $20. For detailed description and registration form go to www.msue.msu.edu and click on upcoming events. |
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Tue - Jun 01 6:30 PM |
Master Gardener Society of Oakland County (MGSOOC) General Meeting MGSOOC General Meeting - June 1, 2010 @ 6:30pm Location: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Education: Peggy Kernstock and Dan Draves of the Dahlia Hill Society of Midland Planting, Growing and Caring for Dahlias Meetings are free for Society Members. There is a $3.00 guest fee. Food: Hot and Cold Pasta |
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Thu - Jun 03 |
Hydrangeas: Classic Beauty by Cheryl English - Evenings in the Garden series This very popular gardening series is back again at the MSU Tollgate Education Center in Novi. Classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $20. For detailed description and registration form go to www.msue.msu.edu and click on upcoming events. |
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Thu - Jun 10 -- Sun - Jun 13 |
Master Gardener BUS TRIP - Pittsburgh, PA Please click here to see the 2010 Pittsburgh, PA flyer for all necessary details. |
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Thu - Jun 10 |
Small Fruit Production by Bob Tritten - Evenings in the Garden series This very popular gardening series is back again at the MSU Tollgate Education Center in Novi. Classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $20. For detailed description and registration form go to www.msue.msu.edu and click on upcoming events. |
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Mon - Jun 14 -- Sat - Jun 19 |
ISLE ROYALE BOTANY WORKSHOP ISLE ROYALE BOTANY WORKSHOP THIS COMING JUNE 14-19!! ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS. Last years botany workshop filled quickly so sign up soon! PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: A four-day long photography workshop taught by professional photographer and IRKPA Board President Bob Guiliani immediately precedes the botany workshop. Contact Jill Burkland at 906-482-7860 or mailto:jburkland@irnha.org for more information or to register for either workshop. WORKSHOP FEES: Botany workshop: $650 ($625 for IRKPA members; Photography workshop: $650 ($625 for IRKPA members; |
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Thu - Jun 24 |
Butterfly Gardens by Brenda Dziedzic - Evenings in the Garden series This very popular gardening series is back again at the MSU Tollgate Education Center in Novi. Classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $20. For detailed description and registration form go to www.msue.msu.edu and click on upcoming events. |
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Tue - Jul 06 6:30 PM |
Master Gardener Society of Oakland County (MGSOOC) General Meeting MGSOOC General Meeting - July 6, 2010 @ 6:30pm Location: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Education: Janet Macunovich, garden writer and professional gardener Landscaping to Delight the Eye for All Four Seasons Meetings are free for Society Members. There is a $3.00 guest fee. Food: Summer Potluck |
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Wed - Jul 14 |
Dramatic Garden Lighting by Sue Grubba - Evenings in the Garden series This very popular gardening series is back again at the MSU Tollgate Education Center in Novi. Classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $20. For detailed description and registration form go to www.msue.msu.edu and click on upcoming events. |
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Tue - Jul 27 |
Native Plants for Wet and Dry by Ruth Vrbensky - Evenings in the Garden series This very popular gardening series is back again at the MSU Tollgate Education Center in Novi. Classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $20. For detailed description and registration form go to www.msue.msu.edu and click on upcoming events. |
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Tue - Aug 03 6:30 PM |
Master Gardener Society of Oakland County (MGSOOC) General Meeting MGSOOC General Meeting - August 3, 2010 @ 6:30pm Location: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Education: Ruth Vrbensky, owner of Oakland Wildflower Farm Native Plants to Attract Wildlife Meetings are free for Society Members. There is a $3.00 guest fee. Food: Salad Bar |
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Wed - Aug 11 |
Ornamental Grasses by Kim Roth - Evenings in the Garden series This very popular gardening series is back again at the MSU Tollgate Education Center in Novi. Classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $20. For detailed description and registration form go to www.msue.msu.edu and click on upcoming events. |
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Mon - Aug 16 |
MGSOOC Board Meeting MGSOOC Board Meeting @ 7:00pm Location: MSU Extension Office |
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Tue - Aug 24 |
What's Wrong with My Tree? by Mike Barger - Evenings in the Garden series This very popular gardening series is back again at the MSU Tollgate Education Center in Novi. Classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $20. For detailed description and registration form go to www.msue.msu.edu and click on upcoming events. |
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Tue - Aug 31 |
Putting Your Garden to Bed the Right Way! by Gail Morrell- Evenings in the Garden series This very popular gardening series is back again at the MSU Tollgate Education Center in Novi. Classes are held from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $20. For detailed description and registration form go to www.msue.msu.edu and click on upcoming events. |
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Tue - Sep 07 6:30 PM |
Master Gardener Society of Oakland County (MGSOOC) General Meeting at Telly's MGSOOC General Meeting - September 7, 2010 @ 6:30pm Location: Telly's Greenhouse in Troy Education: George Papadelis, owner of Telly's Greenhouse in Troy Fall Blooming Perennials Meetings are free for Society Members. There is a $3.00 guest fee. Food: Salad Bar Nominations for Vice-President, Secretary and Team Administrator |
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Tue - Oct 05 6:30 PM |
Master Gardener Society of Oakland County (MGSOOC) General Meeting MGSOOC General Meeting - October 5, 2010 @ 6:30pm Location: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Education: Trish Hennig, owner of American Roots Nursery Native by Design with a Focus on Plant Communities Meetings are free for Society Members. There is a $3.00 guest fee. Soups: Asian & Squash |
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Mon - Oct 18 |
MGSOOC Board Meeting MGSOOC Board Meeting @ 7:00pm Location: MSU Extension Office |
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Tue - Nov 02 6:30 PM |
Master Gardener Society of Oakland County (MGSOOC) General Meeting MGSOOC General Meeting - November 2, 2010 @ 6:30pm Location: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Education: Cindy Domagalski, a designer at Ye Olde Flower Barn in Troy Fall and Holiday Designs for the Home Meetings are free for Society Members. There is a $3.00 guest fee. Soups: Chili & Harvest Vegetable |
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Mon - Nov 15 |
MGSOOC Board Meeting MGSOOC Board Meeting @ 7:00pm Location: MSU Extension Office |
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Tue - Dec 07 |
Master Gardener Society of Oakland County (MGSOOC) General Meeting MGSOOC General Meeting - December 7, 2010 @ 6:30pm Location: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Food: Holiday Potluck Society Membership applications and dues deadline |
