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The Rusty Knife in Arnold Hosts Last Certified Farmers Market of the Season Today!
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 08/27/2010 11:52 AM
Arnold, CA....Please join us today for the final Farmer' Market of the season at The Rusty Knife. We have a limited selection of goods, but still worth the visit. We will resume our market in the spring of 2011 with a wide variety of fruits, produce and much much more. As always, thank you for your continued support. Come one, come all! The market will offer fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, olive oil, wine, crafts, honey, and more. The market will also offer vegetable transplants for all of those interested in growing their own vegetables. The owners at The Rusty Knife want to give back to the community, so they are offering their space to the vendors at no charge. For those local certified producers who would like to partake in the Market, please feel free to reach out to Emile or Rana at 209-795-0444. "The Rusty Knife ~ Developing Community Through Food."
Open Garden Event Coming Up Saturday August 28th
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 08/17/2010 11:35 PM
Open Garden Event will be held Saturday, August 28, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at the Calaveras Master Gardener Demonstration Garden, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. At 10:15am – Potato Harvest Demonstration and at 11:00am -- Playing in the Dirt: Soil Testing and Amendments plus Gardening on Slopes or Using Mounds. Succulent Garden (mounded) Potato Towers. Explore gardening techniques on slopes or using mounds with Master Gardeners Ed Miser and Marilyn DeRousse at 11:00am at OPEN GARDEN DAY on Saturday, August 28, at the Calaveras Master Gardener .....
The Third Annual Farms of Tuolumne County Farm and Ranch Tour will be held Saturday, August 7, 2010, from 10am - 4pm. This is a fun, educational and unique experience for the whole family. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 the day of the event. Self guided tour. Tickets and map with descriptions of each farm are available at www.FarmsofTuolumneCounty,org. For more information, email info@FarmsofTuolumneCounty.org or call 209.533.5695.....
EPA’s Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (RRP)
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 07/24/2010 11:39 PM
The Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair and Painting Program is a federal regulatory program affecting contractors, property managers, and others (including painters, plumbers, and electricians) who disturb painted surfaces. It applies to residential houses, apartments, and child-occupied facilities such as schools and day-care centers built before 1978. It includes pre-renovation education requirements as well as training, certification, and work practice requirements....
Bring your garden pests for identification to Open Garden Day on July 24, Saturday, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Calaveras County Master Gardeners’ Demonstration Garden, Government Center, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas. The “Pests and Bugs” presentation begins at 10:30 am sharp. Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer free live help for home gardening questions, research your pesky pest issues, and assist in diagnosing plant problems. Bring your samples in plastic bags. ....
Valley Springs Farmers Market has much more to offer than just produce~by Charity Maness
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/28/2010 10:43 AM
Valley Springs, CA...If you want to find the best locally grown produce around, this local farmer’s market is the one to hit. Open 8:30 am to 1pm every Saturday ‘til the rainy season comes (September 25th) this market is located in the Terrace Plaza parking lot. From zucchini to eggplant, from pluots to blueberries, it’s all here, and it’s all good. For those looking for more of an art fair outdoor market, well, this is it. The local quilting guild, Loose Threads Quilt Guild, was there raffling off a beautiful block snowman scene quilt. The proceeds of the raffle go to many different local charities and .....
NEXT Upscale Resale is Holding a Flea Market This Weekend!
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 06/25/2010 03:32 PM
Murphys, CA...NEXT Consignment is hosting a Flea Market this weekend. Be sure to stop by! There are two new vendors particpating....Lisa Hallow, Jewelry Maker and Mystic Mountain Gems, Minerals! NEXT is located in downtown Murphys.
THE RUSTY KNIFE GIVES BACK
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/22/2010 11:42 AM
Arnold, CA...The Rusty Knife grieves for Gavin Brummand. Through the month of June, The Rusty Knife will donate $1.00 towards the Michaela Brummand Fund for every knife, scissor or tool sharpened. Help us support Michaela's Fund! The Mogannam Family "The Rusty Knife" has recently opened in Arnold as many of you may know. As the area's first cutlery store it brings another dimension to our local shopping opportunities. A high quality cutting instrument can make tasks a pleasure. In this video he brings up up to speed on the store and also how to keep your tools in prime condition...
Master Gardeners to Host Open Garden Day..."Deer in the Foothill Garden"
Posted by: thepinetree on 06/09/2010 12:59 PM
Calaveras County, CA....Master Gardener's will host a Demo Garden Day, Saturday, June 26th at the Master Gardener's Demo Garden in San Andreas from10am- 2 PM. Master Gardener, Dianne Szymanski will speak on coexisting with deer in an unfenced garden. Come learn strategies on how to manage those pesky deer in your foothill garden. Gardening information is offered free of charge. In addition, the learning center will be staffed by Master Gardeners who will answer questions and distribute reference information. Plants propagated by Master Gardeners will be available for sale and tours of the demonstration garden will be offered to ...
Arnold, CA...Back by popular demand! Free Flower Monday starts May 17th. Come in each Monday for a free 4” 4 color spot plant. Limited to quantities on hand and please only one plant per household...
