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Sept. 10th-Rachel Burrows – Growing and Using herbs

Posted on August 30, 2019 by Brenda Ibey

Time to get ready for our fall season of speakers! First up! Rachel Burrows speaking about herbs! Rachel Burrows: Growing and using herbs Learn a little of the History of Herbs – how to grow them successfully and use them … Continue reading →

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Flower show in the media

Posted on August 2, 2019 by Brenda Ibey

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Thank you to our local media for highlighting the societies 41st Annual Flower Show! Follow highlighted links for video and pictures! CHEX TV-Global aired a really nice piece about the flower show on the news multiple times. Clifford Skarstedt … Continue reading →

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August 1st, Summer Flower Show (9:00 – 3:00pm)

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Brenda Ibey

There will be a flower show in August held at the Lakefield Scout building. The Scout building is located near the Community centre (Arena). The flower show will be held on the same day as the Lakefield Market, so we welcome you to the flower show when you visit the Farmer’s market at Isabel Morris Park!

There will also be some plants for sale courtesy Greenhouse on the River!

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Tea money to lettuce!

Posted on July 18, 2019 by Brenda Ibey

A great project in Lakefield that is supported by many including by our guests who attend our meetings. After each meeting we have tea and refreshments. Donations received for these treats goes to support this program! https://www.electriccitymagazine.ca/2019/07/lakefield-youth-nurture-lettuce-from-canoe-to-cafe/?fbclid=IwAR082e2eWFDmOQioFbLJc7G9GkO2YRP-y-uGDV9FnECoCfzvIkmfGc7gbjc

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May 14th, 7:00pm – Leslie Abram: Small wonders

Posted on May 7, 2019 by Brenda Ibey

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Using a macro lens, Leslie Abram has captured extraordinary images of many of the smallest creatures in our gardens. Leslie has stories to go along with the photos, stories of how animals live, act and adapt. Her observations and images … Continue reading →

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April 9th, 7pm – Paul Zammit: Rethinking beauty – SOLD OUT!

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Brenda Ibey

Inspiring gardeners in a changing world. “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” Whether it is the first snowdrop after a long winter, or the last rose of summer – if it makes you smile, it belongs in your garden! … Continue reading →

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March. 12th Melissa Spearing: Covering the ground

Posted on February 16, 2019 by Brenda Ibey

New ideas for low maintenance ways to deal with spaces in the sun and shade. Ground Covers Unlimited is a well-established perennial nursery, located in Bethany, Ontario, Canada, servicing garden centres, landscape contractors and architects, rewholesale nurseries, municipalities and ecological … Continue reading →

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Feb. 12th Heather Ray, Peterborough Green-Up: Rain Gardens

Posted on January 5, 2019 by Brenda Ibey

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Feb 12, 2019 newsletter Unfortunately due to inclement weather, this talk was cancelled. BUT-Good news! Heather will make a shorter presentation at our Spring flower show in June. Feb. 12th Heather Ray, Peterborough Green-Up: Rain Gardens, 7pm Heather Ray works … Continue reading →

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Nov. 13th, 7pm – Anna VanMaris from Parklane Landscapes: Rain Garden design

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Brenda Ibey

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Anna is the President of Parklane Landscapes. She grew up in the industry, learning the ropes from her Father, Casey van Maris, who started the business in 1958. Parklane Landscapes has been promoting sustainable landscape practices in all forms. Primarily … Continue reading →

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