Daily Archives: June 4, 2024

Tuesday, June 11, 12:30 pm – 1:15 pm Eastern – The Battle for the Future of Food, Online

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Researcher and author Timothy A. Wise explains why industrial agriculture (Big Ag) is more a threat to the planet and humanity than a solution to hunger. Based on his book Eating Tomorrow: Agribusiness, Family Farmers, and the Battle for the Future of Food, he explains numerous issues associated with corporate agriculture, including the impact of excess fertilizers, pest toxins, and GMOs. He also describes the best farming strategies that will feed the planet and help to restore global environment, economies and health. This free webinar takes place June 11 at 12:30 pm, sponsored by WGBH and Science for the Public. Register at https://www.wgbh.org/forum-network/lectures/the-battle-for-the-future-of-food?utm_source=Iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=campaign_10002729

Saturday, June 8, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Greenfield Garden Club 28th Garden Tour and Plant Sale

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The Greenfield Garden Club presents its 28th Garden Tour on Saturday, June 8 from 10 – 4. The rain date in the event of a downpour (a little mist or light rain will not deter them) is Sunday, June 9. Tickets are $10 per person. Purchase your ticket and map at the John Zon Community Center, 35 Pleasant Street in Greenfield between 9:30 am 1:00 pm on the day of the tour only. Your ticket is also your map for this self-guided tour of a number of beautiful, private gardens in Greenfield. Refreshments will be provided at one of the gardens, and in another garden there will be a plant sale. Please be considerate of the garden hosts and leave your pets at home. Bathrooms are not available at the private homes. Please identify public restrooms in advance. Email the club with questions: greenfieldgardenclub@yahoo.com

Friday, June 7, 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm Eastern – Groundcovers: Great Alternative to Turf Grass, Online

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Groundcovers are low-growing plants that serve many purposes in the landscape. These lovely low-growers limit weed growth, stabilize slopes, add texture to your garden, and more! Kathy Jentz, author of the new book, Groundcover Revolution, will cover several of these beautiful, hard-working plants, including several native plant selections. This US Botanical Garden online workshop will be held June 7 at noon. Register HERE