In mid- February, JTL will launch the community's first Seed Lending Library. We will offer a variety of organic seeds for patrons to "borrow" and plant in home gardens.
Join us for our SEED LIBRARY LAUNCH February 14-21st! This week long event features workshops, presentations, Seed Swap Socials, and Seed Library Orientation Sessions. Our Key Note Speaker is VPR's "Garden Guy," Charlie Nardozzi, who will present on seed saving and answer your garden questions on Friday, February 20th at 6:30pm.
SEED LIBRARY LAUNCH SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Sat, Feb 14, 10:00 am and Monday Feb 16, 2:00pm: Seed Library Orientation Sessions. Learn how to use the Seed Lending Library. Space is limited. Sign-ups begin February 1, 2015.
Mon., February 16, 6:30pm: "The Wild Garden, presented by Kelly King. Join Seed Saver Kelly King for a presentation and discussion on the self sustaining "Food Forest Garden" and the importance of wild seed. Kelly King is the Market Manager for the Jericho Farmers’ Market and has her own business "Wild Kelly's Wild Edibles".
Wed., February 18, 3-3:40pm: "Seed Starting with Kids," with Christa Alexander of Jericho Settlers Farm. Here's a chance to play in the dirt! Come start some early seeds and learn how to tend them. A farm fresh snack will be served.
Wed., February 18, 6pm-7pm: "Seed Starting & Transplanting for All Gardeners," with Christa Alexander of Jericho Settlers farm. Learn all about seeding techniques, germination success, basic seedling care, and direct seeding vs. transplanting for the home veggie garden! Learn more about Jericho Settler's Farm: http://www.jerichosettlersfarm.com/about/
Fri., February 20, 6:30-8pm: "Seed Saving 101 & Garden Talk," with VPR's Garden Commentator, Charlie Nardozzi. Learn about seed saving, planning your garden for seed collection, and more in this lively presentation. Charlie Nardozzi is a nationally recognized garden writer, radio and TV show host, consultant, and speaker. Charlie is a guest on VPR's Vermont Edition during the growing season. He also offers garden tips on local television and is a frequent guest on national programs.
Sat., February 21, 10:30am-Noon: Seed Savers Swap & Social! Calling all seed savers! Bring your seeds and trade with others in a Social Seed Swap! Tea and Treats will be served.
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