Hello Fellow Gardeners!
We had an excellent Apple Blossom Festival sale. We made $175 in sales (yeah!!). W
e have only sold six raffle tickets, to two people. I know the raffle was set up later so I want to open it up to members if anyone planned on getting tickets and didn't get a chance.
The prizes are -- Grand Prize - 1/2 hour rototilling;
1st prize - 1 year membership with Garden Club
2nd prize is a very cute gardening mug with little gardening tools.
Tickets are 1 ticket for $2 or 3 tickets for $5. Let me know by Tuesday (we can settle up money-wise later) and I'll be picking names on Tuesday evening.
We had a lot of great help.
John offered up and set up the tent which definitely came in handy during the torrential downpour. He also provided the sandwich board so passerbys could see our information.
Plants were donated by Penny, Carol, Kris and Ed, Tim, Scott, John, Shirley and Eric and then, of course, we received another truckload from the Sodus Garden Club. I can't even begin to discuss what we had because there was so many awesome plants this year!
A big thanks to those who were able to stay and sell plants. I know how difficult it is especially for those who are on multiple committees or were hanging out with the kids/grandkids. Shirley, Scott and definitely Penny were a huge help in selling and talking to prospective garden club members :).
Finally, I have to thank Eric for all the driving and picking up (and loading and unloading) on Saturday.
It was really great to see how everyone's contribution to the sale made it such a big success - thank you for your time and energy!
Happy Gardening!-Subrata
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Pultneyville Historical Society -"Sailors' Farewell Tour of Homes"
"Sailors' Farewell Tour of Homes"
June 14, 2008
10am-4pm
The Pultneyville Historical Society is preparing for its first “Sailors’ Farewell Tour of Homes” on June 14 th , 2008! The last time the Society was involved in a local house tour was approximately 15 years ago. The event was an overwhelming success, bringing not only community residents, but also people from the larger surrounding area!
The theme for this tour is based on Pultneyville's long maritime history with the title of
"Sailors' Farewell". Captains and crews would leave from this port, bidding farewell to many local families, neighbors, and business associates.
The agenda for this year's tour includes ten homes of varied history and architecture. Among these:
You will visit the location of the Sailors Farewell Dance, which was often held the evening before departure on these perilous voyages.
A local Captain's historic residence is included in today's adventure.
You will see homes that played an important role in the history of The Underground Railroad.
You will visit a home that reports the lowest sea level elevation on Lake Ontario 's Southern shore.
The Young Sommer Winery on Jersey Road has also been included for your pleasure as an introduction to a new exciting local winery, which will see future inclusion on a NY State Winery Trail from the Williamson area.
Other exciting features are planned for your enjoyable day walking or riding through Historic Pultneyville.
Parking will be available to the local homes at the Pultneyville Reformed Church and the Pultneyville Grill restaurant. Those needing closer parking may park at the old hotel, which is part of the tour.
A buffet lunch will be available between 11:30 am and 3 pm at The Pultneyville Grill, located in The Landing At Pultneyville , which overlooks Pultneyville Harbor . Current planning includes soup & salad choices, veggies, meat entree, and soft drinks. Price includes tax and tip. This historic beautiful refurbished building is located adjacent to the site of local shipbuilding during the late 19th century. The Artisans Loft is located next to the Pultneyville Grill and presents works of many local and area artists with different artistic mediums.
This promises to be a fun and exciting day. Click here to print out the Tour ticket order form and follow the mailing instructions to receive your advance tickets.
June 14, 2008
10am-4pm
The Pultneyville Historical Society is preparing for its first “Sailors’ Farewell Tour of Homes” on June 14 th , 2008! The last time the Society was involved in a local house tour was approximately 15 years ago. The event was an overwhelming success, bringing not only community residents, but also people from the larger surrounding area!
The theme for this tour is based on Pultneyville's long maritime history with the title of
"Sailors' Farewell". Captains and crews would leave from this port, bidding farewell to many local families, neighbors, and business associates.
The agenda for this year's tour includes ten homes of varied history and architecture. Among these:
You will visit the location of the Sailors Farewell Dance, which was often held the evening before departure on these perilous voyages.
A local Captain's historic residence is included in today's adventure.
You will see homes that played an important role in the history of The Underground Railroad.
You will visit a home that reports the lowest sea level elevation on Lake Ontario 's Southern shore.
The Young Sommer Winery on Jersey Road has also been included for your pleasure as an introduction to a new exciting local winery, which will see future inclusion on a NY State Winery Trail from the Williamson area.
Other exciting features are planned for your enjoyable day walking or riding through Historic Pultneyville.
Parking will be available to the local homes at the Pultneyville Reformed Church and the Pultneyville Grill restaurant. Those needing closer parking may park at the old hotel, which is part of the tour.
A buffet lunch will be available between 11:30 am and 3 pm at The Pultneyville Grill, located in The Landing At Pultneyville , which overlooks Pultneyville Harbor . Current planning includes soup & salad choices, veggies, meat entree, and soft drinks. Price includes tax and tip. This historic beautiful refurbished building is located adjacent to the site of local shipbuilding during the late 19th century. The Artisans Loft is located next to the Pultneyville Grill and presents works of many local and area artists with different artistic mediums.
This promises to be a fun and exciting day. Click here to print out the Tour ticket order form and follow the mailing instructions to receive your advance tickets.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
More Mason Farms Pictures
Kris Jorolemon took some gorgeous photos of the Mason Farm greenhouses.View of some of the lush and green plants we saw during the Mason Farm Tour
View of one (of many) greenhouses at Mason Farms
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Apple Blossom Festival
hello Fellow Gardeners!
The Main Street and Town Hall planters were done on Friday evening. We have some very creative and pretty mixes of plants this year - along with flowers, there is a mix of decorative foliage, textures and sizes. I wanted to thank John Ferrante, Penny Higgins and her family (Bill and son Evan), Carol Hopkins, Scott Utley, Eric Herriman and Kris and Ed Jorolemon for their help in getting the planters done. I hope everyone has a chance to check them out!
So we have some exciting volunteer opportunities!
1. Now that the planters are done, we need some volunteers for watering the plants. Eric and I went out Sunday morning and the planters were a bit dry. We are hoping to water them every day this week so that they get settled by the Apple Blossom Festival. After that, they should be watered at least 2-3 times a week, depending on the weather. Water is available at a couple of different areas, so you don't need to cart the water to the area.
- If you can volunteer, even for one week, let me know.
- If you decide to water, let me know so we're not duplicating efforts
2. We need people to sit at the table for Apple Blossom festival this year. We will have a booth set up on Saturday only and will probably be there from 10ish until after the parade (maybe 2/3ish?). Even if you can only sit for an hour, that would be very helpful.
3. Finally, we are looking for plant donations for the table. We currently have a great crop of Norfolk pine and I think we'll have hostas. Let me know if you are planning on donating - you will be able to drop things off at the table or you can also drop them off at my house during the week.
Just a reminder, starting in June, we will be having garden tours. If you would like to open up your garden for the club to tour, let me know. We are thinking about having our members meetings be at our members' gardens.
Happy Gardening!
Subrata
The Main Street and Town Hall planters were done on Friday evening. We have some very creative and pretty mixes of plants this year - along with flowers, there is a mix of decorative foliage, textures and sizes. I wanted to thank John Ferrante, Penny Higgins and her family (Bill and son Evan), Carol Hopkins, Scott Utley, Eric Herriman and Kris and Ed Jorolemon for their help in getting the planters done. I hope everyone has a chance to check them out!
So we have some exciting volunteer opportunities!
1. Now that the planters are done, we need some volunteers for watering the plants. Eric and I went out Sunday morning and the planters were a bit dry. We are hoping to water them every day this week so that they get settled by the Apple Blossom Festival. After that, they should be watered at least 2-3 times a week, depending on the weather. Water is available at a couple of different areas, so you don't need to cart the water to the area.
- If you can volunteer, even for one week, let me know.
- If you decide to water, let me know so we're not duplicating efforts
2. We need people to sit at the table for Apple Blossom festival this year. We will have a booth set up on Saturday only and will probably be there from 10ish until after the parade (maybe 2/3ish?). Even if you can only sit for an hour, that would be very helpful.
3. Finally, we are looking for plant donations for the table. We currently have a great crop of Norfolk pine and I think we'll have hostas. Let me know if you are planning on donating - you will be able to drop things off at the table or you can also drop them off at my house during the week.
Just a reminder, starting in June, we will be having garden tours. If you would like to open up your garden for the club to tour, let me know. We are thinking about having our members meetings be at our members' gardens.
Happy Gardening!
Subrata
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Master Gardener Plant Sale - Wayne County Cornell Cooperative Extension
Saturday, May 10th from 8:00 am to noon
Master Gardener Plant Sale
(plants provided by local nurseries and from Master Gardener’s private collections)
Gardeners Toolboxes will also be available for purchase. Finished $15.00 each, kits for $10.00 each
Location: Wayne County Cooperative Extension, 1581 Rte 88 North, Newark
Pruning: An Illustrated Guide to Pruning Ornamental Trees and Shrubs.
Pruning practices described in this publication are appropriate for both the amateur and the professional horticulturist - $6.00.
Planting and Maintaining Trees and Shrubs.
The practices discussed in this guide are appropriate for landscape plantings and for use by private property owners and professional horticulturists - $8.00.
These two publications are written using current Cornell recommendations for trees and shrubs grown in New York State. They are easy to understand and contain many illustrations.
Master Gardener Plant Sale
(plants provided by local nurseries and from Master Gardener’s private collections)
Gardeners Toolboxes will also be available for purchase. Finished $15.00 each, kits for $10.00 each
Location: Wayne County Cooperative Extension, 1581 Rte 88 North, Newark
Pruning: An Illustrated Guide to Pruning Ornamental Trees and Shrubs.
Pruning practices described in this publication are appropriate for both the amateur and the professional horticulturist - $6.00.
Planting and Maintaining Trees and Shrubs.
The practices discussed in this guide are appropriate for landscape plantings and for use by private property owners and professional horticulturists - $8.00.
These two publications are written using current Cornell recommendations for trees and shrubs grown in New York State. They are easy to understand and contain many illustrations.
Friday, May 2, 2008
Photos from Mason Farms Tour
Kris Jorolemon took some great shots of the Mason Farm Tour in April. We had over 27 attendees to the event.
A small glimpse of the crowd and the retail store. Around the corner is the greenhouse with gorgeous flowers for sale.
Doug Mason standing in front of one of the greenhouses that he showed us. Look at the colors of the flowers in the hanging baskets!
A small glimpse of the crowd and the retail store. Around the corner is the greenhouse with gorgeous flowers for sale.
Doug Mason standing in front of one of the greenhouses that he showed us. Look at the colors of the flowers in the hanging baskets!
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