there is a new landscape gardening group that meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at Laurel Manor at 2:30, much info here. Also another garden club the 2nd Wed. of the month at 9:00 at Mulberry. Both offer programs, field trips, etc.
You can also go to Twice on Tuesday (4th Tuesday) at either Savannah Center (9:00) or Sea Breeze (1 pm) - pick up free ticket first during the 2 weeks before.
Another resource are the Plant Clinics held every Monday by the Master Gardeners in cooperation with the Sumter Co. extension service.
You can even email all the county extension services with questions, send photos regarding problem plants, etc. Website to start with:
www.solutionsforyourlife.com
While most of these programs have a topic of the month, there is ample opportunity after to ask questions directly of the experts. A true wealth of information and very accessible - better than anywhere I've ever lived.