Saturday, March 20, 2021, at 10:30am

Location: Online. Please see below the registration icon.

Join us for the annual Gardening for Life Workshop Series held in Montclair, NJ and transmitted virtually to the cyber world.

This series has something for everyone. Whether you are new to gardening or an experienced gardener looking for new ideas, learn from some of the best gardeners of Northern NJ and get growing!

March 20th, 2021, 10:30am – Vegetable Gardening for Beginners

This webinar is an introductory workshop for people who want to create a vegetable garden in their yard. Learn about healthy soils, composting, and seasonal planting.

Speaker: Jose German

Jose is an avid organic gardener, environmentalist, Essex County Master Gardener & Rutgers Environmental Steward. Jose writes articles and blogs about environmental issues, sustainable communities, and affordable food.

March 20th, 2021, 11:00am – Gardening for Wildlife (Introductory level)

This workshop will show you how to transform your  yard into a wildlife habitat and a haven for pollinators. Learn the basics about wildlife-friendly gardening and yard care, including native plants that will attract beneficial wildlife to your yard.

Speaker: David Wasmuth

David has been gardening for wildlife for over 20 years. He was Team Leader of the Montclair Backyard Habitat Project, which made Montclair the first National Wildlife Federation-certified Community Wildlife Habitat in New Jersey. As a Rutgers Environmental Steward, he is leading a project to create a bird and pollinator garden in Essex County’s Brookdale Park. David writes a column on wildlife for the Montclair Local newspaper.  His articles have been published in our blog. Read More

May 15, 2021 at 10:30am – Nutrition and Cooking Demo

Armando Cruz, a professional nutritionist, will advise you on the best choices for nutritious food you can grow within steps of your kitchen. Armando will also demonstrate how to cook a delicious meal.  READ MORE.

Sponsored by: The Northeast Earth Coalition, Urban Growers Program, The Helen and William Mazer Foundation, and Partners for Health Foundation.  

For additional information, please contact us at (973) 233-1106, e-mail: Info@neearth.org, o  r check our calendar for additional workshops and events.

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