People new to vegetable gardening and folks looking for a refresher to hone those skills can learn from a master gardener next week.

Topics covered in the class will include starting a new garden, planning a garden for spring and fall planting, following a garden calendar, improving soil and composting. The class will involve both lectures and hands-on demonstrations. 

Whether it’s a family gathering or a co-worker get together, what kind of meal can you make that will please everyone? 

As both kids and parents head into summer vacation, thinking about having easy and inexpensive snacks available becomes more important: 

Question:  Should I buy my fruits and vegetables based on the “Dirty Dozen” list? 

Question:  I’m really good about eating vegetables in the summer when more of them are in season locally and when I have my own garden, but in the winter I know I fall short.