March 29th
Greenspiration at GUS
GUS is sta
rting a new annual event called Greenspiration at GUS. On Saturday, April 24th, GUS will open its newly renovated greenhouse to GUS families and the greater public for an inspiring day of workshops to learn more about sustainable, backyard gardening practices.
Workshop topics may include:
composting
cooking with local food
gardening with children
organic lawn care
container gardening
strategies for growing vegetables from seed
backyard bee keeping
Are you interested in helping plan and/or run this event? Do you have a workshop idea, or are you interested in being a workshop presenter yourself?
If so, please contact Jen Mallette at jmallette@gus.org.
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