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Sorry for the late notice!  Come visit with us regarding "free", yes....."free" hoophouses at the Farmer's GastroPub at 5:30PM, March 8.  These are 2100 square foot hoop houses from the Missouri Department of Agriculture and USDA. The installation is up to you however.  Come find out the additional details!See More

This is the place to register your vegetable garden for the 1000 Gardens Project. Register by: name, zip, street or address, church, school, community center, etc. Let us know if it's a back-yard, front-yard or community garden. Happy Gardening!See More

The 1000 Gardens Project is dedicated to reconnecting communities to the Earth and our food supply one garden at a time.

Aquaponics is the combination of aquaculture and hydroponics. In aquaponics, you grow fish and plants together in one integrated, soilless system. The fish waste provides a food source for the plants and the plants provide a natural filter for the water the fish live in. Aquaponics produces safe, fresh, organic fish and vegetables. When aquaponics is combined with a controlled environment greenhouse, premium quality crops can be grown on a year-round basis, anywhere in the world. Aquaponics can…See More

The Herb Society strives to educate the public about the use of herbs for culinary, medicinal, decorative and craft purposes. Yearly membership fees are $12 per person. All levels of herbal knowledge and experience are welcome.See More

Allen Busiek will present a 90 minute PowerPoint presentation on the whys & wherefores of "Prepping".The 1st half will be a general overview of preparedness / self-sufficiency / self-reliance / survivlaism, etc.; and the 2nd half will be a "show & tell" covering specific preparedness activities.A group discussion will follow.See More

Do you have a nagging feeling that “hard times” may be coming?Do you suspect that our elected “leaders” may not have workable solutions?Do you believe that you (and NOT the government) are primarily responsible for your own well-being?* * * If you…

Allen Busiek will present a 90 minute PowerPoint presentation on the whys & wherefores of "Prepping".The 1st half will be a general overview of preparedness / self-sufficiency / self-reliance / survivlaism, etc.; and the 2nd half will be a "show & tell" covering specific preparedness activities.A group discussion will follow.See More

Wild Edible Monthwith the Springfield Area Herb SocietyWild Edibles  with Guest Speakers - Joe & Cathy WolvenLearn the ins and outs of wild edibles and what you can do with them. The Wolven's, both Master Gardeners, live on property with more than 500 indigenous plants.They always provide a fun and interesting program. They will provide handouts and treats for all to sample. This is a free program provided by the Springfield Area Herb Society.This month's "Herb Highlight" brought by Tina…See More

Spring has arrived and it's time to get your garden growing! The benefits of swapping seeds locally are many: save money, connect with your community, find rare and locally adapted seeds, preserve biodiversity, learn from experienced gardeners — the list goes on and on. Bring your seeds to swap and share with other garden enthusiasts in the community. Make sure to bring baggies, envelopes, and markers for sharing seeds. Tables will be provided. The Seed Swap is happening Sunday, April 3rd from…See More

Alcon, Approval has been obtained to install a Demonstration Vegetable Garden at Central High School. The installation will take place tomorrow (3-13-2011) at noon at the NW corner of Benton & Central (please see attachment) This demonstration garden is a joint project with the CHS Sustainable Students, and citizens for local food – with support from the Well-Fed Neighbor Alliance & some Master Gardeners.  Everyone is invited – to participate, or spectate.  Initial installation &…See More