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I will be speaking, teaching, and lecturing on various gardening topics this year. Scroll down for a list of my scheduled engagements. Or, click on a specific month in the chart below to see that month's schedule. If your organization is interested in contacting me for a speaking engagement please email me.
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
January 2011
February 2011
March 2011
April 2011
May 2011
June 2010
July 2010
August 2010
September 2010
October 2010
November 2009
December 2009
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Thursday, 17 June 2010 - "Preserving Memories" 7:00 p.m.,
at the Hunterdon County North County Branch library on 65 Halstead Street , Clinton, NJ 08809
This free to the public lecture will explain the basics of making jams and jellies. Making preserves is a year- round option: create sweetness and memories with fruitful preserves made from summer berries or peaches, autumn's apples and pears, or winter oranges and lemons. A few different types of preserves will be available for people to sample and enjoy.
For more information or to register for this free program, telephone 908-730-6262
No Classes Scheduled
No Classes Scheduled
Saturday, 25 September 2010 - "Color and Combination for the Perennial Borderquot; 10:00 a.m. to noon
at the Leonard J. Buck Garden in Far Hills, New Jersey
Whether it's a shady corner or a sunny border, there are options that make the difference between a ho-hum garden and one with that attention-grabbing wow! effect. With a focus on perennials, learn to use color, texture, size, and seasonal interest to find dynamic partners for the plants you love.
Course Fee: $20.00
For more information or to register, telephone 908-234-2677.Saturday, 2 October 2010 - "Saving Summer's Bounty" A Garden Series Class meeting at Holly House from10:00 a.m. to noon
at Holly House, Rutgers Gardens, Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, New Jersey
Whether you grow your own or shop for fruits and vegetables at the local farmers market, you can take advantage of summer's bounty and savor it all winter. Learn how to turn fresh produce into storage-safe versions through such techniques as canning, freezing, pickling, and preserving. Find out which methods are best for a variety of vegetables and fruits from the author of Preserving Memories.
Course Fee: $55 . . . . MG: 2.0 CEU
For more information or to register, telephone 732-932-8451. Fax 732-932-7060. Visa and Mastercard accepted.Saturday, 9 October 2010 - "Seasonal Care of the Autumn Garden" A Garden Series Class meeting at Holly House from10:00 a.m. to noon
at Holly House, Rutgers Gardens, Ryders Lane, New Brunswick, New Jersey
The first frost is almost here, and it is time to start to think about putting your garden to bed for the winter. Through slides and discussion, Judy will describe the appropriate garden maintenance tasks that need to be conducted. Weather permitting, we will walk about the gardens to study plants and discuss their care.
Course Fee: $47.50 . . . MG - CEU 2.0
For more information or to register, telephone 732-932-8451. Fax 732-932-7060. Visa and Mastercard accepted.