Land’s Sake, Inc. will host a free public lecture on Thursday, April 22, beginning at 7 pm at the Weston Public Library Conference Room. Come learn about the proper lawn care techniques necessary for having a beautiful and environmentally sound lawn without relying on the use of toxic pesticides and fertilizers that contribute to ground and surface water contamination. The speakers will also cover the importance of soil testing for proper turf grass growth and soil improvement practices. Discussions will be raised on other topics including seeding vs. sodding; the best time for lawn renovation and non-toxic white grub control using lawn nematodes; how beneficial insects and microbes contribute to sustainable soil fertility better than non-organic fertilizer applications and answers to the top five lawn problems most encountered by the home owner and how to correct them. For more information please call 781-893-1162 – reservations are encouraged.
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Sunday, August 23, 7 pm – Fruits of the Land Dinner
Fruitlands Museum invites you to taste fabulous food from local farms at its Fruits of the Land Dinner, Sunday, August 23 beginning at 7 pm. The dinner, overlooking the spectacular Nashua River Valley, will be a gourmet treat, with all proceeds supporting Fruitlands Museum.
Sam Hunt, executive chef and co-manager of Indigo Bistro in Hamilton, MA,
will serve savory and exquisite dishes prepared with local ingredients to delight the most discerning palates.Dinner will include:
- Trilogy of tomatoes with hand-pulled mozzarella and basil jelly
- Local Surf & Turf of grass-fed beef and striped bass
- Grilled corn relish and cornbread pudding
- Summer peach napoleon & cream cheese mousse with shaved Taza chocolate
A vegetarian menu may be requested in advance of the dinner.
Reservations are $100 per person with wine pairing or $65 without wine. For reservations, log on to www.fruitlands.org, email kcastorano@fruitlands.org, or call 978-456-3924, ext. 289.

