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  • Thursday, July 16, 7:00 pm – Raising Sheep at Gore Place Farm Webinar

    Gore Place, the historic agrarian site in Waltham, will host a free webinar on July 16 at 7 pm all about the sheep on their farm.

    Director of Interpretation and Programs Thom Roach will be joined by Director of Farm and Landscape Operations Scott Clarke for a lively discussion covering the challenges of raising a heritage breed of sheep and the recent shearing of the sheep by master shearer Kevin Ford. Emily Robertson will moderate.

    The webinar will take place on the Zoom platform and attendees may submit their questions throughout the discussion. This will be the third in a series of free webinars hosted by Gore Place.

    Although Admission is free, there is a $10 suggested donation. To register, please visit website, http://goreplace.org.

  • Friday, May 17 – Sunday, May 19 – Gore Place Plant Sale

    Friday, May 17 – Sunday, May 19 – Gore Place Plant Sale

    This year’s offerings at the Gore Place Plant Sale May 17 – 19 feature vegetable garden transplants including many varieties of hard-to-find hybrid and heirloom tomatoes, heirloom annuals, herbs, and beautiful perennials.

    It’s not only the large selection that makes this sale special; it’s also the chance to speak with gardener Scott Clarke. Scott knows a lot about these varieties, and he’s eager to share his knowledge with you! Friday and Saturday, May 17 and 18 from 8 am to 4 pm and Sunday, May 19 from 8am to 1pm, at 52 Gore Street in Waltham.

    Please, bring your own box for transporting your purchases. Free to attend.

  • Friday, May 11 & Saturday, May 12, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm, & Sunday, May 13, 9:00 am – 12:00 noon – The Gore Place Plant Sale

    This year’s Gore Place Plant Sale offerings feature vegetable garden transplants including many varieties of hard-to-find hybrid and heirloom tomatoes, heirloom annuals, herbs, and beautiful perennials. The free weekend event takes place Friday and Saturday, May 11 & 12, from 8 – 3, and Sunday, May 13, from 9 – noon.

    It’s not only the large selection that makes this sale special; it’s also the chance to speak with gardener Scott Clarke. Scott knows a lot about these varieties, and he’s eager to share his knowledge with you! Everyone is encouraged to bring their own box for transporting their purchases. For information, email goreplace@goreplace.org or call (781) 894-2798. Gore Place is located at 52 Gore Street in Waltham.

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  • Friday, May 27 – Sunday, May 29, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – Gore Place Spring Plant Sale

    This year’s Gore Place offerings feature vegetable garden transplants, including more than 30 varieties of hard-to-find hybrid and heirloom tomatoes. The sale includes culinary herbs, select annual flower varieties, and beautiful hanging baskets.  It’s not only the large selection that makes this sale special; it’s also the chance to speak with gardener Scott Clarke. Scott knows a lot about these varieties, and he’s eager to share his knowledge with you!

    Hours are 9am to 4pm, May 27 – May 29, rain or shine.  All are encouraged to bring their own boxes for transporting their purchases. Gore Place members receive a discount, so remember to bring your membership cards!

    If you would like to get a jump on purchasing tomato plants, they are available for pre-order at $5 per 4-pack. To order, print out the selection list and mail it to 52 Gore St., Waltham, MA 02453. All tomatoes are pick-up only on May 21 from 10-3pm, and fees will be collected upon pick-up. Plants cannot be shipped or picked up early. Any tomatoes not picked up will be sold at the Spring Plant Sale the following weekend. Check out the list of varieties and descriptions on the farm page of the website. Please note the list is subject to change without notice. The selection list may be found at www.goreplace.org.

  • Saturday, May 21, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Planting Inside the Box (Raised Beds)

    There are a multitude of benefits to planting inside the box. Raised beds provide gardeners the opportunity to tailor the soil mixture, extend the growing season, deter weeds and pests, and plant a custom design. In this Gore Place workshop on Saturday, May 21 at 10 am, long-time farmer Scott Clarke will demonstrate techniques for planting flowers and vegetables in a raised bed.

    Learn how to lay out a square-foot garden, choose plants that are good companions, make use of vertical space, and plant directly into a bale of hay. Explore ways to develop the soil without the use of synthetic fertilizers so that your soil can feed the plants and vice versa. Come ready to dig in and cultivate ideas for your own home garden! Gore Place is located at 52 Gore Place in Waltham.

    Attendees will receive a coupon for the annual Spring Plant Sale on May 27-29. Tickets ($25) can be purchased online at http://plantinginsidethebox.bpt.me/.  Image from www.houzz.com.

  • Saturday, April 23, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon and 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm – Living Salad Bowl Workshop

    At this Gore Place workshop on April 23, noted gardener and floral designer Scott Clarke will teach you how to make a beautiful and edible arrangement. There will be two sessions, one from 10 – noon and a second from 12:30 – 2:30.

    You will plant a living salad bowl with a wonderful variety of greens including red and green leaf lettuce, chard, and spicy micro greens, all cut-and-come-again varieties. Enjoy your salad fixings all season long!

    Appropriate organic soil, container, and transplants will be provided. Space is limited to 20 participants per session.

    $35 per person, $30 for Members. Tickets can be purchased upon arrival or online at: http://livingsaladbowl.bpt.me/

    For more information, email nataliebrubaker@goreplace.org or call (781) 894-2798.

  • Tuesday, November 24, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop

    In this Tuesday, November 24 workshop, from 6 – 8, Scott Clarke, a noted gardener and floral designer, will help you create a Thanksgiving centerpiece to adorn your dinner table. Learn how to prepare flowers for arranging, the art of creating a compelling design, and tips for extending the longevity of your creation.

    All materials will be provided including fresh flowers, grasses, and seasonal elements. No experience needed. $80 per person, $60 for Members of Gore Place. Gore Place is located at 52 Gore Street in Waltham.

    Space is limited to 25 participants. For information, or to request the Member Discount Code, email nataliebrubaker@goreplace.org or call (781) 894-2798.

  • Friday, May 17 – Sunday, May 19, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – Gore Farm Plant Sale

    This year, the Gore Farm plant sale will feature vegetable garden transplants with 25 varieties of tomatoes, including hard-to-find heirlooms; culinary herbs; select, annual flower varieties; and beautiful hanging baskets. The sale takes place Friday, May 17 – Sunday, May 19, from 9 – 4, at Gore Place, 52 Gore Street in Waltham. Free admission.

    It’s not just the great plants that make this sale great. It’s also the chance to speak with gardener Scott Clarke. Scott has a great deal of knowledge about these varieties that he’s eager to share with you! For additional information call 781-894-2798.

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  • Saturday, May 15, Friday & Saturday, May 21 – 22, and Saturday, May 29, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm – Annual Garden Plant Sale at Gore Place

    Come purchase a wide variety of open pollinated annuals, perennials, herbs and fifteen varieties of heirloom tomatoes.  These are beautiful, hard-to-find varieties that will enhance any border or decorative garden.  You’ll have the chance to confer with Gore Place gardener Scott Clarke.  Scott has a great deal of knowledge about these varieties and he is eager to share his expertise.  The dates are Saturday, May 15, Friday and Saturday, May 21 – 22, and Saturday, May 29, from 9 – 3, but come early, since some of the offerings may be in limited supply.  Gore Place is at 52 Gore Street in Waltham, Massachusetts, and you may email events@goreplace.org for more information, or call Thom Roach at 781-894-2798.

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