Here’s a roundup of some culture and civic events in the borderland in the coming week. The fall FloraFest native plant sale returns Saturday, Sept. 28, to the University of Texas at El Paso campus offering a chance to support the Chihuahuan Desert Gardens while enhancing your home through the purchase of water-conserving native plants. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at UTEP’s Undergraduate Learning Center plaza. FloraFest serves as the primary fundraiser for the gardens’ maintenance and operations. Shoppers will also have the opportunity to consult with local Master Gardeners and plant experts on how to care for their new plants, many of which are not typically available at local nurseries. Only credit and debit card payments will be accepted. Information: utep.edu.