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February I thought the world was cold in death;
The flowers, the birds, all life was gone,
For January's bitter breath
Had slain the bloom and hushed the song. And still the earth is cold and white,
And mead and forest yet are bare;
But there's a something in the light
That says the germ of life is there. Deep down within the frozen brook
I hear a murmur, faint and sweet,
And lo! the ice breaks as I look,
And living waters touch my feet. Within the forest's leafless shade
I hear a spring-bird's hopeful lay:
O life to frozen death betrayed
Thy death shall end in life to-day. And in my still heart's frozen cell
The pulses struggle to be free;
While sweet the bird sings, who can tell
But life may bloom again for thee! by: Jane [Goodwin] Austin (1831-1894) |
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Many hands make light work! Join us as we package donated seed for the LTPL Grows Seed Library. Enjoy meeting and conversing with other helpers as we fill and label seed packets. Be one of the first to see the new additions to the seed library! Snacks and drinks will be provided, as well as a special gift for all helpers. |
Seed Starting WorkshopIn person Monday, February 19, 2024 at 6:30pm
Learn to start your own vegetable, flower, and
perennial seeds at home. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this workshop is full of
valuable information about producing your own
seedlings and being a more self-sufficient
gardener. Free seeds and door prizes for attendees! |
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Fungi Of MichiganMonday, March 4, 2024 at 6:30 pmHave you ever wondered what goes into fungi foraging? Join Lorenzo Lo Piccolo to learn about Michigan’s mushrooms. This presentation will include fungi facts and anatomy, foraging and safety tips, foraging etiquette and sustainability details, information on mushroom poisoning, and a search and identification activity! Lorenzo Lo Piccolo began foraging in the early 2000s. What began as a springtime mushroom interest quickly became a long passion to forage and appreciate local fungi and plants and their mutual connections. Lorenzo holds a Mushroom Certification in Michigan from NAMI/MDARD and enjoys sharing his foraging experiences in local public libraries and guided park tours. He posts all his findings on Instagram - @lorenzo.funginus. |
It's February! The LTPL Seed Library is open for business all year long with seasonally appropriate seeds added on an ongoing basis. February is the month when the seed library crew receives and prepares seed donations and purchases. In an ideal seed-library world, we would get so many donations that purchases would not be necessary, but until we get to that point we will always have to order a few popular things like carrots and beets. If you are interested in being on the "Seed Library Crew," please join us on Friday, February 5, for our Seed Packaging Party at 6:30 pm. The mission of the seed library is to promote gardening and encourage sustainability through seed saving. The seeds are available at no cost to you. Although it is not required, we hope that you will attempt to save seeds from your crops and return them to the seed library to help keep it self-sustaining. First time users of the Seed Library need to register. You may do so with this form or in-person at the seed library. Once you have registered, you log your initials and number of packets taken on the clipboard. The clipboard and instructions are on top of the Seed Library cabinet.
Gardening handouts are available at the Seed Library and also on the LTPL Grows Webpage, along with informative videos! |
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The from one of the foremost herbal product companies comes 68 step-by-step recipes for botanical hair, facial, and lip care, formulations for glowing skin, support for hardworking hands and feet, shower and bath enhancements, and herbal remedies for common ailments. |
The Gardener's Guide to Prairie Plants by Neil Diboll & Hilary CoxThis book takes a deep dive into prairie ecosystems, how they have declined, and what is required to restore them.
Beautifully illustrated with color photographs depict each plant at different stages of life, as well as in-depth information about each plant and its role in its native region.
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Michigan Gardener Magazine will only be published once in May 2023. While all copies for this year have been distributed, you can visit the Michigan Gardener website for all of their newsletters and blog posts, and browse through digital back issues of the print magazine. |
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Find more information on LTPL Grows and other resources! |
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