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Winter Is A Great Time to Plan Your Garden!

Learn something new from the comfort of your home with these free, online gardening classes hosted by Emma Clark Library.

Learn something new from the comfort of your home with these free, online gardening classes hosted by Emma Clark Library.
Learn something new from the comfort of your home with these free, online gardening classes hosted by Emma Clark Library. (Emma Clark Library)

Winter is a great time to plan your garden! Emma Clark Library's online gardening classes are just what you need to be prepared and look forward to Spring.

All of the following classes begin at 7:00 p.m. on the listed date:

Backyard Berries – Thursday, January 6
Learn how to successfully grow and harvest different types of berries such as raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries in your own backyard. Taught by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Click here to register.

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How to Grow a Hot Pepper Garden – Tuesday, January 11
From the classic Jalapeno to the world’s hottest – Carolina Reaper, learn how to grow and care for hot pepper plants from seed to harvest. This class is perfect for beginners or experienced gardeners. Taught by Joseph Lodato. Click here to register.

Local Eats: Garden of Herbs – Thursday, January 20
Did you know that herbs have been used for thousands of years for healing purposes? Join registered dietitians from Cornell Cooperative Extension as they discuss several popular herbs, including growth and storage tips, nutritional benefits, culinary uses, and appetizing recipes. Click here to register.

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Local Eats: Excellent Eggplants – Thursday, February 10
Registered dietitians from Cornell Cooperative Extension will tell you everything you want to know about this exciting, beautiful vegetable. Learn tips on how to select, store, and prepare eggplant to make tasty meals and snacks. Recipes will be provided. Click here to register.

Happy Houseplants – Tuesday, February 15
Join an educator from Cornell Cooperative Extension to learn how to keep your houseplants looking their best year-round. Discover handsome houseplants to enjoy even if you don’t have a green thumb. Click here to register.


Please note that these classes are online.


Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org

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