Spring Colors

It was a gorgeous day today with temps in the lower 60s. Got a lot of running around done; groceries, a yard sale and stopped at the thrift store where I got a ton of glass for more totems.  Came home and got the garden beds ready for planting.  I was going to plant some cool season crops today, but we could get some heavy rains on Monday, along with 80 degree temps, so I think I will wait until Tuesday to plant so that the seeds don't get washed away.  And another couple of warm days will be good for the soil.

I also picked up some seed potatoes, Kennebec and Red Norland.  I bought some grow bags Gardener's Supply and have high hopes they will solve my potato growing problem.  Our ground is just too wet for potatoes, but I think the grow bags will work fantastically.  I also think the soil will warm up faster since the bags are black.  We bought some dollies to sit the bags on (it was cheaper than making them) so that we can move them around and keep them off the ground.

Here's a little sampling of what is blooming in my yard now.

Sustainable Skill Share - Syracuse, NY

I have been asked to post about this great event called the Sustainable Skill Share, sponsored by the ESF Community Coalition. I hope I can fit in into my schedule and attend.

Save the Date

ESF Community Coalition presents:
Sustainable Skill Share
Sat. April 16th, 11am-4pm
Syracuse Center of Excellence
727 E. Washington Street
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Sustainable Skill Share Mission: To engage the Syracuse community in sustainable living practices through multiple workshops taught by local experts.

Event Description:  This free event will feature up to 15 different skill building workshops that are focused around sustainability.  Instructors will teach affordable, eco-friendly skills that families can use at home to better their own lives and the environment.   There will be plenty of hands on skills to learn.  

Examples of events include gardening, bike fixing, making/using rain barrels, and cooking with local foods.

Skill shares will be held for 45 minutes to 1 hour, with 15 minutes in between each.  A list of all workshops will be posted before the event, and people may choose which shares they would like to attend.  When not attending a skill share at the event people can take special tours of the Syracuse Center of Excellence building or visit with multiple tables that will highlight local environmental organizations.  

This event is designed for every one of all ages. It will feature local donations of food, a kid’s corner with crafts, and entertainment.   Special tours of the Syracuse Center of Excellence will be given throughout the day.

Sponsors:
SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry
Syracuse Center of Excellence

For additional questions contact:
Jillian Trunko, Communication Coordinator
Email: ESFCommunityCoalition@gmail.com
Phone: (518)-429-7165