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"Growing Our Own" is a FREE workshop series co-coordinated by Local Matters and OSU Extension. These workshops are packed with opportunities to learn exciting new things, network with growers, artists and community leaders. They also include delicious local refreshments and free giveaways!
*All workshops will be located at The Godman Guild's Weinland Park Garden, EXCEPT "Growing Communities" (location TBA*)
Spots are limited for some workshops, so you must RSVP to trish@local-matters.org!
Here's the full workshop schedule. Mark your calendars!
JANUARY 21 — 12:00–2:00PM
Art and Gardens
Artists and growers, don’t miss this opportunity to connect creatives with gardeners who are interested in having creative input and art in their gardens. Artists Melissa Vogley-Woods and Elena Harvey Collins will discuss planning, funding and shared visions. Lunch provided.
FEBRUARY 11 & 12 — 8:30AM–4:00PM
Growing Communities Free Weekend Workshop
In this award-winning 2-day workshop designed by the American Community Gardening Association you’ll gain skills and strategies to work with the most important aspect of gardens—people.
Attendees will learn proven strategies to build dynamic leaders and create strong gardening programs, using a participatory approach to community building. Delicious food provided!
FEBRUARY 25 — 9:00AM–12:00PM
Grow Year-Round: Hoop Houses, Low Tunnels & Cold Frames
Learn how to grow food and herbs year round! Join us for an information session on the wide range of ways that we can all extend the midwest seasons. Featuring a presentation from Hal Green with OSU Extension greenhouses. You'll leave the workshop with inspiration and building plans.
MARCH 3 — 9:00AM–1:00PM
Planning and Seeding Your Garden
Join Pam Bennet from OSU Extension for essential garden planning tips and learn how to grow your own seedlings. Growers can increase diverse, healthy plants in their gardens, adding more to our kitchens and plate. Learn about heirloom plants and gain successful growing tips for lush gardens. All attendees will also receive free seeds!
MARCH 24 — 9:00AM–1:00PM
The Sweet Side of Growing: Fruits and Berries
Mark Meckling and Mark Langifeld of OSU extension will lead this two-part workshop about fruit and berries, the most in-demand local crop. Learn the basics of fruit tree growing and care and, plus
ways to include healthy, delicious berries in your meals. You’ll also learn about the best sources to purchase fruit trees and berries in Ohio. Includes a tasting of local fruits for all attendees. Yum!
APRIL 14 — 10:00–12:00
Mushrooms!
Join the owners of Green Edge Gardens to learn how to grow your own mushrooms from start to finish. We’ll conclude by sharing a delicious mushroom and local herb pizza!
MAY 19 — 9:00–12:00
Urban Irrigation
Dr. Larry Brown and Angelica Huerta from OSU will lead this hands-on workshop to learn how to build irrigation systems that will allow you to grow higher-yielding crops with less labor!
JUNE 2 — 10:00–12:00
Water Harvesting: Methods, Care and Resources
Local experts Rain Brothers and FLOW (Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed) will talk about programs for discounted or free rain barrels, how to care for rain barrels and cisterns, winterization and other helpful tips.
You’ll also receive free materials for planning and planting rain gardens to direct water for your individual garden needs.
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