Cooperative Extension

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Family & Farm Day 2008

Come and join us in a day of fun and educational activities about Virginia agriculture. See the flyer.
September 13, 2008, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Virginia Tech Southern Piedmont Center near Blackstone

Fall Lawn and Garden Seminar Series

Join us for one or more of these great gardening classes in August and September. 

Classes are free, but seating is limited so call today to reserve your spot!  Chesterfield Cooperative Extension: 751-4401.

Grow a Greener Lawn (cool-season grasses)

How to grow a lush green lawn while protecting the environment

7 -8:30 pm on:

• August 14, Midlothian Library                
• August 25, Bon Air Library                                
• August 26, LaPrade Library                               
• August 27, Chester Library
• August 28, Midlothian Library

Growing and Using Herbs

Raise your own herbs and learn how to use them around the home

August 12, 7:00-8:30 pm, Chester Library

Composting

A how-to on building a compost pile; includes “Grounds for your Gardens” starter kit from Starbucks

August 18, 7:00-8:30 pm, Chester Library

August 21, 7:00-8:30 pm, Midlothian Library

Woody Ornamentals

Selection and care of shrubs and other woody ornamental plants

September 2, 7:00-8:30 pm, Chester Library

September 4, 7:00-8:30 pm, Midlothian Library

Houseplants

Bring the outdoors in with houseplants! 

Care and selection of common varieties.  No green thumb required!

September 9, 7:00-8:30 pm, Chester Library

Shade Gardening

Selection and care shade-loving plants

September 11, 7:00-8:30 pm, Midlothian Library

Perennials

Enjoy years of color and interesting foliage with perennials. Discover which varieties work well in our area, including problem spots

September 15, 7:00-8:30 pm, Chester Library

Pruning Small Trees

Proper pruning techniques with demonstration and pruning calendar

September 18, 7:00-8:30 pm, Midlothian Library

Chesterfield 4-H Open House

4-H is a community of young people across America learning citizenship, leadership, and life skills. Youth learn and explore through hands-on activities and group learning that nurtures mentor relationships between older and younger youth. 4-H is open to all youth ages 5-19 and has boundless opportunities for those involved! Stop by for more information!

Download your flyer.

Location:
Bensley Community Center
2900 Drewry’s Bluff Rd.
Richmond, VA 23237
804-275-5321

For more information:
Phone: 804-751-4401
Fax: 804-751-0515
E-mail: wadei@chesterfield.gov

The Chesterfield 4-H Clover DisPatch Summer 2008

Inside This Issue

• County Fair Needs You!
• Club News
• Mark Your Calendar
• Fun & Games
• Blackberry Peach Summer Smoothie
• Final Thoughts

Library Locations

Email: libraryinfo@co.chesterfield.va.us