Join us at the Rapides LSU AgCenter Extension Office for a morning focused on native plants. A Native Plant Workshop will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Rapides Parish Extension Office, located at 300 Grady Britt Drive, Alexandria, LA 71302. Christina Calcaterra will present “Plant ID 101,” covering basic plant terminology and notable Louisiana plant families. John Michael Kelley will follow with “Why Wildflowers? Ways to Know and Love Them,” exploring the value and beauty of native wildflowers. Native plants will also be available for purchase from Grown by Grace Native Plants. The cost to attend is $5, and space is limited. To register, email mlyles@agcenter.lsu.edu or call 318-767-3964.