The Board of Directors met Thursday evening in the greenhouse in order to plan for our first harvest and discovered that it needs to be sooner rather than later! We will be holding a work party, barbecue and harvest at the greenhouse this Saturday (July 6) at noon. There are some radishes ready to be picked, as well as three varieties of lettuce, kale and spinach. We’ll be replanting some of the items that have been harvested and weeding and watering the rest. There is wonderful growth in every bed, bin and pot and the Board is very excited!
Don’t forget…only paid members will be able to take home their share of the harvest. If you have not yet paid, please ensure that you bring your membership application forms and cash or cheque to the greenhouse on Saturday. Visit the membership information section of our greenhouse to download the forms, find out where you can bring your fees when we’re not at the greenhouse, or pay your fees online!
We have also set a tentative schedule for our summer work parties and harvests. Keep up to date with the next event by following our “Upcoming Events” – just look to the right column on the main page. You can also subscribe to the Iqaluit Community Greenhouse Society Google Calendar.
We will have hot dogs, veggie dogs, condiments and buns on hand for the barbecue. Bring additional items such as drinks, salads or dessert to share with your fellow gardeners.
In addition to all this, we will be holding a second weed identification workshop, explain expectations for members in regards to watering the crops and will teach you how to make a wonderful salad vinaigrette with some of the fresh herbs growing in the greenhouse. So come out, smell the fresh produce, feel the warmth of the greenhouse and get your hands dirty!
Don’t forget to watch Northbeat on CBC North Friday, July 5 at 8 PM EDT. We’ve been told our interview will be shown!
Iqaluit Community Greenhouse Society 