You will learn how to transplant plant plugs (over 20,000 seedlings) into six packs. Come join in the fun in a working greenhouse. Come whenever you want and stay as long or as short as you like. Equipment and snacks will be provided. Students ages 13 and up are welcome.
Mental Health Benefits of Gardening - presented by - PSU Certified Master Gardener Jessica DeMartino. Shown to enhance mood and overall emotional well-being, gardening, the physical activity, releases endorphins/mood lifters, spending time in nature with plants can create feelings of peace and contentment, releases stress, promotes relaxation and calm. Attendees will make and take home…
Lasagna Gardening - presented by - PSU Certified Master Gardener, Sue Konvolinka. Recycle, compost, and make high-quality soil all at once with this easy, no-dig gardening technique. Attendees will take home their choice of one plant from the Sandyvale Greenhouse.
TeePee Pole Bean Garden - presented by - PSU Certified Master Gardener, Shannon Eckenrode. Growing pole beans in teepees helps protect them from deer. Fairy lights can be used to decorate. 'Trail of Tears' beans and history will be discussed and heirloom beans will be distributed. Black Bean brownies will be served.
Homegrown National Park - presented by The Garden Club of Johnstown's Jackie Johnson and Karlice Makuchan. We will do a deep dive into Doug Tallamy's project to make your backyard into a little "national park" by using native plants and other techniques that support biodiversity for a healthier planet. Attendees will have their choice of…
The event is free and open to the general public. There will be a parade into the site, presenting of the colors, a bagpiper, chaplain, the Sons of Union Veterans…
Wine-pairing dinner catered by The Balance Restaurant, whose chef, in partnership with multigenerational wineries, will craft an exclusive and unique four course plated meal paired with exclusive wines from renowned vintners. The menu features fresh produce and herbs grown in the Sandyvale greenhouse. The dinner links generational farmers and winemakers to the work that goes…
A wine festival ticket entitles you to a free glass upon entry and free samplings from some of the best Pennsylvania wineries and distilleries plus craft beers, craft vendors, food and live music throughout the day. Bottles of wine and spirits can be purchased from vendors at the event. A valet service will be offered…