March 17, 2010 by Heather.

On Saturday, March 20, 2010, Wentworth Greenhouses is having a free workshop on pruning apple and pear trees. The workshop will be from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Now is the time to prune fruit trees, and Julie from Wentworth Greenhouses will be giving professional pruning instructions to participants.

To register for this free class please call Wentworth Greenhouses at 603.743.4919. You can also visit their website for more information.

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March 17, 2010 by Heather.

The town of Raymond is organizing a winter farmers’ market with the goal of begining in November 2010! If you’re interesting in learning more about this venture, becoming a supporter, or scheduling the Raymond Economic Development Committee to come and speak with you or your organization, please visit their website. You can also sign up to receive their newsletter and stay informed.

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March 17, 2010 by Debra.

Spring is in the air, and the Northeast Organic Farming Association, New Hampshire Herbal Network is hard at work tilling the soil to prepare for the First Annual Spring Herb and Garden Conference:

Beautiful Earth: NOFA-NHHN Spring Herb & Garden Conference

Pine HIll Waldorf School, Wilton, NH

Saturday, May 22nd

www.nofanh.org

The daylong conference will will feature some of New Hampshire’s top herbalists, gardeners, farmers, retailers, crafters, artisans and trades people who support organic growing methods, ecologically friendly products, local food, sustainable agriculture, natural medicine, and community awareness.

The event will be geared toward the whole family and to all interest levels. There will be a nature-based activity and learning tent for children, a petting zoo, booksellers, natural toys, a garden walk, scavenger hunt, nature craft making, interactive children’s music and fairy face painting. Participants will enjoy guided nature walks and learn how to identify plants in the wild. Workshops including herbal product making, healing with herbs, organic gardening, flower essences, permaculture, sustainable agriculture are on the agenda. Prizes will be raffled throughout the day and there will be a Silent Auction table with many gift items donated by our Vendors and Sponsors.

The Beautiful Earth Marketplace will have a regional organic farmers market with samples of local food, a plant sale and swap tent, eco-friendly household items, organic clothing, herbal products, soap and candles, jewelry, inspired art, and a whole lot more. There will be food service including standard fare, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. There will be a baked goods table where the public can donate their homemade goodies to sell.

In support of New Hampshire businesses, herbalists, local farmers, organic food, sustainable agriculture and ecologically friendly products, this event promises to be both fun and educational.  NOFA NHHN is a growing community of people who embrace organic and local food, natural healing, herbal medicine, organic growing methods, eco-consciousness, sustainability and environmentally friendly products, and who want to learn more. Help make NH the greenest state in the union by registering for the Spring Conference today. Your support is important to us all!

REGISTRATION: Members receive discounted rates. Register early to take advantage of your NOFA-NH membership. Register online today for the Spring Herb and Garden Conference.

If you have any questions, contact: Eleanor Moyer, Event Coordinator, NOFA-NH/NHHN, Ph: 603-233-3217, Email: herbday@nofanh.org

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March 17, 2010 by Heather.

On Saturday March 20, 2010, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Flag Hill Winery and Distillery will be holding an event for the Grand Opening of their Tasting Room.

The morning will start with a pruning session with owner Frank Reinhold at 10:30. There will be an informative session as well as available clippings for those wanting to attend. If you’ve ever wanted to have your own home vines, this is the perfect opportunity to get started! Please arrive on time and bring along a pair of pruning shears.

There will be free tours throughout the day as well as tastings, drawings, and book signings!

For specific information on all the fun activities available at the event, please click here.

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