• By Don Dwiggins
• Posted Friday, May 28, 2010

As the Growing Season Begins . . .

As the heart of the growing season begins, the Forsyth County Public Library in partnership with the Forsyth County Extension Service are proud to offer a series of programs designed to help you get the most out of your home and garden projects this year.

Programs will last 1 to 11/2 hours, and are given primarily in lecture format but with plenty of time for questions. Programs are presented by Master Gardener Volunteers and Extension Agents of Forsyth County Cooperative Extension. Contact your local Branch Library for full details.

Backyard Chickens

Small chicken flocks of 5-10 birds are becoming increasingly popular to provide fresh meat and eggs. This lecture will explore different varieties of chickens and their purposes, poultry nutrition, housing and predator prevention.
July 15th at 10:30 am - Reynolda Manor Branch Library

Canning and Freezing Basics

Learn the safe way to properly can low-acid and high-acid foods, when to use the pressure canner method and when it is safe to use the boiling water bath canning method. Learn the most effective ways to freeze foods.
July 21st at 10:30 am - Reynolda Manor Branch Library
August 9th at 3:00 pm - Clemmons Branch Library

Flower Arranging

A flower arrangement doesn’t have to be expensive to be beautiful. Learn creative ways to make beautiful floral arrangements using flowers and plants from your yard.
June 12th at 10:30 am - Rural Hall Branch Library

Planting for a Fall Vegetable Garden

This presentation will give you lots of tips on establishing a fall vegetable garden. We will take a look at what does well in the fall and early winter and what varieties work well in the Piedmont.
June 26th at 11:00 am - Clemmons Branch Library
July 13th at 7:00 pm - Rural Hall Branch Library
July 20th at 7:00 pm - Southside Branch Library

Reducing Your Debt Load

This program will help you budget your money more wisely and control your use of credit. Tips will be shared to help you maintain a workable spending plan while considering the needs and wants of you and your family members.
August 18th at 10:30 am - Reynolda Manor Branch Library

Shade Gardening

A shady site can provide a perfect opportunity to create a lush, inviting retreat using low-light tolerant trees, shrubs, flowers, ferns, and mosses. Pick up useful tips and learn how to turn your shady area into an attractive landscape.
August 17th at 7:00 pm - Central Library