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Water Garden Expo Introduces New Brand Identity Ahead of 2027 Event

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Water Garden Expo is the premier educational conference and trade show dedicated to the water gardening industry. Bringing together professionals from across North America, WGE provides expert education, hands-on training, and opportunities to connect with the manufacturers, suppliers, and leaders shaping the future of the industry. This year, Water Garden Expo (WGE), has unveiled a […]

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Hardscape North America Brings Technical Education to Louisville

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Hardscape North America will bring contractors and industry experts together Oct. 21-23 in Louisville, Kentucky, for technical education focused on practical installation techniques, emerging technologies and profitable service opportunities. HNA’s 2026 education program is produced by the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association. Topics include natural stone, fire and water features, retaining walls, permeable pavements, manufactured

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H2O Designs Announces Contractor Training Summit Ahead of HNA

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H2O Designs will host the H2O Designs Contractor Training Summit on Oct. 20, 2026, at the H2O Designs Outdoor Living & Design Center in Nicholasville, Kentucky. The event will be hosted in partnership with Dan Preston of Hardscape Mentor. This one-day educational event will bring together contractors from throughout Central Kentucky, as well as professionals

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The 2026 All-American Koi Show: Connecting the Global Koi Community

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For one weekend each spring, Las Vegas becomes the center of the koi world. The 2026 All-American Koi Show once again drew hobbyists, dealers, breeders, manufacturers and industry professionals from across the United States and around the globe to the Silverton Casino Resort, further solidifying its reputation as one of the premier koi events outside

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2026 Waterlily Weigh-Off to Take Place August 17-26

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The 2026 Waterlily Weigh-Off, led by Denver Botanic Gardens, will take place August 17-26 and the winner will be announced on August 28. The global competition challenges an impressive list of public gardens and zoos around the world to see how much weight their Victoria waterlily leaves can hold.  The 2025 competition had more than

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Don’t Miss the Pond Builders’ Annual Retreat, September 16-18, 2026

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This September, the Pond Professionals Alliance is bringing pond builders together for three days that will change how you run your business — and remind you why you love it. The Pond Builders’ Annual Retreat is where real conversations happen and ideas turn into action. Hosted September 16–18 at Stillwater Reserve in Newaygo, Michigan —

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Goldfish Show Added to Koi Fest 2026 Lineup

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Fitz’s Fish Ponds and The Goldfish Council (TGC) have announced the addition of the inaugural Goldfish Show at Koi Fest 2026, taking place Aug. 21-22 in Milford, New Jersey. Held alongside the annual Tri-State ZNA Koi Show, the sanctioned exhibition will bring together goldfish hobbyists and enthusiasts from across the country to showcase some of

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2026 HNA Awards Now Accepting Entries

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The Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA) has announced that entries are now being accepted for the 2026 Hardscape North America (HNA) Awards, an annual program recognizing excellence in hardscape design, construction and innovation. The HNA Awards honor outstanding residential and commercial hardscape projects, including walkways, patios, pool decks, outdoor living spaces, driveways, commercial plazas

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