Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply is excited to announce an amazing year of workshops!

Saturday, June 22nd 9:30am - 11:30am — $15.00

David Ward, Local Permaculturalist

Come to this class to find out about this exciting and easy no-till permaculture technique. Hugelkultur beds are created by mounding soil, compost and/or manure over large amounts of tree trunks, branches and other woody debris. Then you plant your garden on top of the layers of organic matter which decompose slowly, releasing nutrients and creating rich humus over time; which is ideal for growing hungry crops such as squash or strawberries. All workshop fees are set by the individual presenter, who keeps 100% of all proceeds.

Saturday, June 22nd 12:00pm - 12:30pm — FREE

Mary Choate, Peaceful Valley Farm Supply Retail Store

More and more people are growing "heirloom" varieties of vegetables. What are they, and why are they a good choice for your garden? We’ll discuss the history of agriculture and how modern innovation has changed plants, how heirlooms are different, seed saving tips, and how to select the best heirlooms for your garden.

Saturday, June 29th 9:30am - 11:30am — $15.00

Renowned Herb Specialist & author Kathi Keville, Green Medicine Herb School, Oak Valley Herb Farm www.ahaherb.com

Now that veggies are planted, time to add medicinal and culinary herbs to your garden. This is the perfect time to get your perennial herbs established so they’ll be strong enough to make it through winter. Once established, you’ll have this garden for years. Kathi will help you decide the best herbs for you and how best to preparing the space for perennial herbs. She’ll give tips on summertime propagation techniques and avoiding transplant shock. Also covered will be harvesting and preparing mid-summer herbs. Kathi has over 40 years experience with organic gardening and 3 of her 14 books are on herb cultivation. This is always a popular class! All workshop fees are set by the individual presenter, who keeps 100% of all proceeds.

Saturday, July 13th 9:30am - 11:30am — $15.00

Sarah Griffin-Boubacar, Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply Retail Store Manager

Learn easy, fun, beginner cheese-making techniques. Sample different kinds of soft cheeses and make fresh mozzarella. We’ll add a variety of seasonings to newly made chevre and have a tasting! Sign up early so we know how much cheese to prepare. This is always a popular class so please pay ahead to hold your seat! All workshop fees are set by the individual presenter, who keeps 100% of all proceeds.

Saturday, July 20th 11:00am - 11:30am — FREE

Mary Choate, Peaceful Valley Farm Supply Retail Store

Making dinner? Don’t throw out those carrot tops! Radish went to seed? You’re in luck! Picnic time? Save those watermelon rinds! Discover how to maximize your harvest and learn new recipes. Put those former scraps to good use and learn what else you’ve been missing out on harvesting!

Saturday, July 27th 11:00am - 11:30am — FREE

Mary Choate, Peaceful Valley Farm Supply Retail Store

Whether you live in the forest or just want a garden on the shady side of your house, learn how to select and grow a beautiful garden in full and partial shade conditions. We will discuss plant selection and other considerations for planning and caring for your shade garden. We will also explore which kinds of plants will thrive under the Oak and Pine trees in our local landscapes!