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We are pleased to make several of our previously recorded events available in case you missed one or another of them.
Browse below, click the payment button and we will send you a link to the program.
Tue Jul 14, 2020 |
Summer Science: Composting and Eco-Friendly Yard CareA RECORDED PROGRAM Gray Russell, Sustainability Officer for the Township of Montclair will explain why environmentally-friendly yard care and composting to improve your soil are simple and effective steps toward better lawns and gardens, and how it is healthier for you and your family, your neighborhood, and our regional ecosystem. After you register, you will receive a link with the recording of this event. You will be able to view this recording at your leisure. Please email lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net with any questions.
Cost: $10 members / $15 non-members Location: Virtual Sponsor: FOFA
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Wed Jul 22, 2020 |
 DahliasA RECORDED PROGRAMJoin Samantha Rothman of Fairview Farm and Flowers to learn all about Dahlias. Each year her flower farm grows thousands of plants. Together we’ll learn about sourcing plant material, tips and tricks to grow your best flowers yet, as well as how to effectively dig and store your tubers. Come hear from this dahlia addict – you’re sure to become one too! After you register, you will receive a link with the recording of this event. You will be able to view this at your leisure. Please email lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net with any questions.
Thanks to Margery Ennist for the Dahlia 'Gallery Leonardo' photo. Cost: $10 members / $15 non-members Location: Virtual Sponsor: FOFA
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Tue Sep 22, 2020 |
Too Many Tomatoes - A Recorded Cooking DemonstrationA RECORDED PROGRAM
Watch Chef Cynthia Triolo in this recorded cooking demonstration all about tomatoes. She'll make a pasta, some bruschetta and a tomato sorbet that you are sure to love. Recipes will be available as well! PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SEPTEMBER 22 DATE IS THE LAUNCH DATE FOR THE PROGRAM. SINCE THIS IS A RECORDED PROGRAM YOU CAN REGISTER TO RECEIVE THE LINK AND WATCH THE PROGRAM AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. Once received, you can view it at any time. Cost: 10.00 members / 15.00 non-members Location: RECORDED PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Fri Jan 1, 2021 |
COOKING DEMONSTRATION: James Beard's Oatmeal BreadA RECORDED PROGRAM
Join Chef Cynthia Triolo as she demonstrates how to make James Beard's oatmeal bread - a bread you're sure to enjoy! The recipe and a list of Bread cookbooks will be sent to you when you register. SINCE THIS IS A RECORDED PROGRAM YOU CAN REGISTER TO RECEIVE THE LINK AND WATCH THE PROGRAM AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. Once received, you can view it at any time. Questions? Contact lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net. Cost: 10 members / 15 non-members Location: VIRTUAL ZOOM PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Mon Feb 1, 2021 |
VIRTUAL COOKING DEMONSTRATION: Lentil SoupA RECORDED PROGRAM
SINCE THIS IS A RECORDED PROGRAM, YOU CAN REGISTER TO RECEIVE THE LINK AND WATCH THE PROGRAM AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. Once received, you can view it at any time. Questions? Contact lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net. Cost: 10 members / 15 non-members Location: VIRTUAL ZOOM PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Mon Mar 1, 2021 |
VIRTUAL COOKING DEMONSTRATION: Risi e BisiA RECORDED PROGRAM
This recipe is best made in early spring when fresh peas and their tendrils are available. SINCE THIS IS A RECORDED PROGRAM, YOU CAN REGISTER TO RECEIVE THE LINK AND WATCH THE PROGRAM AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. Once received, you can view it at any time. Questions? Contact lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net. Cost: 10 members / 15 non-members Location: VIRTUAL ZOOM PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Sat Mar 6, 2021 |
2021 COMMUNITY GARDEN TALKSRECORDED PROGRAMS  Understanding Disease Management in a Community Garden - Peter Nitzsche and Kris Holmstrom, Rutgers Coperative Extension. Every community gardener needs to understand the basics of disease management in order to have the best harvest. Is it soil borne or wind blown? Will it affect my neighbor? How can I mitigate the damage? Learn from the experts and get all your questions answered. Food Safety in Community Gardens - Meredith Melendez, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Food safety has always been important but never more so than during this time of COVID, especially since many of us are donating the food we grow to local food pantries. Learn how to best handle your produce, what precautions should be taken and what systems can be set up in your community garden to keep you, your family and food pantry patrons safe. The Coordinator's Round Table, moderated by Ned Gardner, Co-Manager of the Ted Largman Community Garden This session is for coordinators or managers of community gardens to discuss issues and best practices with other garden managers to learn from each other and to offer advice. PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES ALL THREE PROGRAMS Cost: $20 / $20 Location: RECORDED PROGRAMS Sponsor: FOFA
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Sat Mar 6, 2021 |
UNDERSTANDING DISEASE MANAGEMENT IN A COMMUNITY GARDENA RECORDED PROGRAM Understanding Disease Management in a Community Garden - Peter Nitzsche and Kris Holmstrom, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Every community gardener needs to understand the basics of disease management in order to have the best harvest. Is it soil borne or wind blown? Will it affect my neighbor? How can I mitigate the damage? Learn from the experts and get all your questions answered.
Cost: $10 / $10 Location: RECORDED PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Sat Mar 6, 2021 |
FOOD SAFETY IN COMMUNITY GARDENS
A RECORDED PROGRAM Food Safety in Community Gardens - Meredith Melendez, Rutgers Cooperative Extension Food safety has always been important but never more so than during this time of COVID, especially since many of us are donating the food we grow to local food pantries. Learn how to best handle your produce, what precautions should be taken and what systems can be set up in your community garden to keep you, your family and food pantry patrons safe.
Cost: $10 / $10 Location: RECORDED PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Sat Mar 6, 2021 |
THE COORDINATOR'S ROUND TABLE
A RECORDED PROGRAM The Coordinator's Round Table Moderated by Ned Gardner, Co-Manager of the Ted Largman Community Garden This session is for coordinators or managers of community gardens to discuss issues and best practices with other garden managers, to learn from each other and to offer advice.
Cost: $10 / $10 Location: RECORDED PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Thu Apr 1, 2021 |
COOKING DEMONSTRATION: LOVELY LEEKSRECORDED ZOOM PROGRAM Leeks are one of those vegetables we don't use often enough. They pair beautifully with a number of foods and are at their best this time of year. Take them on in this cooking demonstration with Cynthia Triolo, because once you know how to handle them you'll be using them regularly! SINCE THIS IS A RECORDED PROGRAM, YOU CAN REGISTER TO RECEIVE THE LINK AND WATCH THE PROGRAM AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. Once received you can view it at any time. Questions? Contact lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net Cost: $10 / $15 Location: RECORDED ZOOM PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Sat May 1, 2021 |
COOKING DEMONSTRATION: BREWED TO PERFECTIONRECORDED ZOOM PROGRAM Tea is not just for drinking. Chef Cynthia Triolo will explore some unusual ways to cook with diferent types of tea, such as Earl Grey, Oolong, and Mint. Perfect for Mother's Day or any day really! Registration includes recipes for: Apricot Oolong Compote, Earl Grey Tea Bread and Pineapple with Mint Tea Syrup. SINCE THIS IS A RECORDED PROGRAM, YOU CAN REGISTER TO RECEIVE THE LINK AND WATCH THE PROGRAM AT YOUR CONVENIENCE. Once received, you can view it at any time. Questions? Contact lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net Cost: $10 / $15 Location: RECORDED ZOOM PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Thu May 13, 2021 |
A VIRTUAL GARDEN TOUR OF IRELAND IN MAYPREVIOUSLY RECORDED VIRTUAL ZOOM PROGRAM In May of 2013, the Friends traveled to Ireland to visit some of the most beautiful gardens in the southern part of the Emerald Isle. Join Judy Snow, past President of the Friends, for a reprise of that memorable trip. Well-known public gardens like Bantry House (in the photo at right), Powerscourt and the National Botanical Gardens will be featured, along with lesser known gems and a sample of private gardens. From castles and grand estates to cottages and ruins, and from towering Rhododendrons and South American trees to Mediterranean succulents and petite rock garden specimens, we'll sample them all! Free for Members of the Friends. Please register here. $10 for Non-Members. Please register via the yellow 'add to cart' button below. Please note that the link will be sent to the email address on your PayPal receipt. If you prefer it sent to a different email address, please contact lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net. Cost: Free to Members, $10 for non-Members Location: PREVIOUSLY RECORDED VIRTUAL ZOOM PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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Thu Jun 3, 2021 |
VIRTUAL TOUR OF GARDENS IN CORNWALL AND DEVON IN JUNEPREVIOUSLY RECORDED VIRTUAL ZOOM PROGRAM England is a "must see" destination for garden lovers, so the Friends set off again in June of 2017 for a visit to Cornwall and Devon. In this program, Judy Snow, past President of the Friends, relives an unforgettable tour through large estates such as Mount Edgcumbe, Lanhydrock, Heligan and Trebah, as well as smaller private gardens. You'll learn about the rich history of the gardens while enjoying views of the lush borders in early summer. Free for Members of the Friends. Please register here. $10 for Non-Members. Please register via the yellow 'add to cart' button below. Please note that the link will be sent to the email address on your PayPal receipt. If you prefer it sent to a different email address, please contact lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net. Cost: Free to Members, $10 for non-Members Location: PREVIOUSLY RECORDED VIRTUAL ZOOM PROGRAM Sponsor: FOFA
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In our opinion it's not possible to have too many Tomatoes!
Chef Cynthia Triolo will show you how to make Lentil Soup, a healthy and comforting meal, especially in the dead of winter - Make a big batch and freeze some for later.
Chef Cynthia Triolo will make Risi e Bisi (Rice and Peas), a traditional Italian dish similar to risotto.