Griffin Hospital in Derby to host talk on harvesting produce from community garden

DERBY - The Griffin Community Garden at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., is helping individuals learn to grow healthy fruits and vegetables with a free presentation on harvesting produce Aug. 13 at 5 p.m.

Master Gardener Robin Michalak will lead “Harvesting Your Abundant Produce,” a free discussion about when and how to harvest produce, how to know they are ready to harvest, how to remove vegetables from plants, and safe handling practices.

Registration is required for this free event. Visit www.griffinhealth.org/harvesting-produce to sign up or for more information.

Opened in 2018, the Griffin Community Garden is designed to engage its neighbors to actively participate in selecting, planting, maintaining, harvesting, and preserving fresh, nutritious produce. 

The garden is part of Griffin's commitment to its Planetree patient-centered care which stresses the importance of nutrition for overall health and well-being, and to help alleviate one of the biggest social obstacles to good health.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

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Salvation Army in Ansonia to host community garden season wrap up

 

Volunteers needed to help, harvest at Valley Community Gardens

 

Save the date: Derby Neck Library to host Tales of the Harvest

DERBY - It's that time of year when we're all looking for something just a little spooky! 

Join us [at 1 p.m. Oct. 23 at Derby Neck Library] with storyteller and educator Monica Peterson as she weaves autumn tales from around the world. 

Audience members young and old alike will join her in outwitting a giant pumpkin, laughing at the antics of Anansi the Spider, harvesting an enormous turnip, saving animals from a tricky fox, and more! 

The stories are sure to delight and are not too spooky for little ones.

Registration is required for this in-person, outdoor event, and SPACE IS LIMITED! 

Sign up today by filling out our form here: https://forms.gle/gkGiYtNALxymy4oW6

This is shared from the Derby Neck Library Facebook page.

Massaro Community Farm, Ansonia Public Schools join for after-school program

This is shared from Ansonia Public Schools' Facebook page. 

 

Recuperation journey: Weekend harvest

True story. At least it tasted good!

Shelton Land Conservation Trust to sponsor program on organic gardening

Scarecrows abound in downtown Seymour

... thanks to the Culture and Arts Commission

These guys caught my eye Saturday morning as I was headed over to the Pounding the Pavement for Pink 5K event in Seymour.  

Kudos go to the commission members for their  decorating of the downtown for the season. 

DeMartino Farm in Seymour to host fall festival Oct. 21-22

Celebrate the season at a fun Fall Festival Oct. 21-22 hosted by DeMartino Farm, 66 Old Ansonia Road, Seymour.
There will be pony rides, face painting, a petting zoo, pumpkin picking, games, vendors, and more. 
The first-ever festival will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 21 and noon-5 p.m. Oct. 22.

Contact Jenny at 203-231-4711 or jchorse10@aol.com if you're interested in being a vendor.

Re-posting as reminder: Historical Society slates open house Sunday in Ansonia

Food preservation demo on tap at Derby Historical Society open house

ANSONIA - The Derby Historical Society will host a Harvest Open House from 1-4 p.m. Oct. 18 at the David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St. 

Docents will be demonstrating various methods of 18th Century food preservation. 
While visiting, please stay for a tour of our Historic House.  

Our gift shop will also be open during this event. 
Refreshments will be served.  
Suggested donation is $5 per adult/$3 per senior citizen and children under 12. 

Call 203-735-1908 for information or visit www.derbyhistorical.org 

This is a press release from the Derby Historical Society, a regional historical society dedicated to preserving, maintaining and celebrating the rich and varied history of the Lower Naugatuck Valley. 
The Derby Historical Society welcomes all visitors and is also available to support researchers, school or other program needs. 
Our staff offices are located at the Sarah Riggs Humphreys House, 37 Elm St.  

Shelton Farmers Market to host festival Saturday

September is Hunger Action Month

Check out the market's Facebook page here.

DEEP to host chef's talk at Kellogg Center in Derby

DERBY - Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection will host “Harvesting Flavors” a program presented by Jim Calkins, Executive Chef/Owner of Seasonal Catering, 101 Elizabeth St.

Kellogg Environmental Center (DEEP photo)

The program will be held at 2 p.m. Aug. 30 at the Kellogg Environmental Center, 500 Hawthorne Ave.  
Calkins is an experienced chef working with local flavors and foods to create seasonal offerings.  

Calkins’ program is a follow-up to a presentation he gave earlier this spring on planning your garden for herbs and flowers that boost flavor and culinary skills.
  
This program will highlight the methods of harvest, preservation and use of common herbs, flowers and plants for teas, herbal enhancement of food, spices and rubs. All participants will enjoy this unique session – previous participation is not required. 

Many of the plants spotlighted are common to your garden or farmers’ markets and participants will learn what flavors a garden can provide for this season and next.  
The herbs and flowers found in gardens have uses that go beyond what is commonly thought.  

Guests will taste dishes that use the common herbs of gardens and learn the steps from harvest to preservation for herbs, flowers and fruits.  
Drying and fresh materials will be provided for participants to have hands-on experience and to take home and try some new flavors.

    

The fee for the two hour workshop is $10 per person to cover costs of food, plant material and beverages which will be provided by Calkins through Seasonal Catering. 
This workshop is designed for adults or older children.  
Space is limited and registration is required to attend and participate.  

For further information, directions or to register call 203-734-2513 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday or email donna.kingston@ct.gov.


This is a press release from DEEP.