March at the Market by Jodie Fitz
Starting February 28, the Saratoga Farmers’ Market is proud to host a Learn & Grow Series — a month-long lineup of educational sessions, author talks, gardening inspiration, and hands-on activities for kids and adults alike.
Here’s what’s on the agenda:
Saturday, February 28
Seed Libraries & Farm to Library Partnerships: Enjoy a session and conversation with Jennifer Ferris from the Saratoga Springs Public Library. She will lead a discussion about their Seed Library in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension and its Farm 2 Library program, in cooperation with Comfort Food Community and Southern Adirondack Library System.
Saturday, March 7
Regenerative Agriculture at Home: Learn about regenerative agriculture practices and how to apply them to your home garden with author of Micro Greens and Shoots, vendor, and farm owner Corrine Hansch from Lovin’ Mama Farm. 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Kids’ Activity: Plant a seed to take home from the Saratoga Seed Library with the Saratoga Springs Public Mobile Library 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Saturday, March 14
Growing Herbs & Making Herbal Tinctures: Join author Jessica Marcy of Old Wisdom Wellness as she discusses growing herbs and creating herbal tinctures. Jessica is the author of 100 Days of Herbs. 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Successful Home Hydroponic Growing: Also on site, Phyllis Underwood, owner of Shushan Valley Hydro Farm, will share insights into successful home hydroponic growing. 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Saturday, March 21
Growing to Attract Pollinators: Discover how to grow a garden that supports pollinators with Jennifer Michelle from Sustainable Saratoga. 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Kids’ Activity: Make a pollinator craft with the Saratoga Springs Public Mobile Library. 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Coming Soon
An announcement will be made shortly regarding activities taking place on March 28, and the Learn & Grow Series will continue into April. Stay tuned — there’s more growing ahead!
This week’s recipe: Chimichurri Shrimp
