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January 2020
A New York Civil War Soldier Fights for his Life at Port Hudson
The program is presented by author, historian and retired US Army officer Patrick Chaisson. The program relates the personal history of a young New York Civil War Soldier who left his farm in rural Albany County to fight at the Battle of Port Hudson. The history is based on the actual diary of the young soldier. Included in the presentation are original photographs, pen-and-ink illustrations, and animated battle maps to accompany the diary entries. For information please call 914-864-7263. …
Find out more »Tips for Indoor Growing
Learn how to create the right growing conditions for your indoor plants. The program will be held in the Main House. For more information, call 914-864-7264.
Find out more »February 2020
Houseplant Propagation
Discover the variety of techniques you can use to increase your houseplant collection. Participants will take cuttings home that they have prepared in the class. The program will be held in the Main House. Reservations are required at 914-864-7264.
Find out more »Starting Seeds Indoors
Learn when and how to grow seeds indoors for spring transplants. Participants will take home seeds that they plant during the workshop. The program will be held in the Main House. Reservations are required at 914 864-7264.
Find out more »March 2020
Composting Basics
Learn how to recycle yard and food waste to produce compost, a valuable soil amendment for the garden. The program will be held in the Main House. For more information, call 914-864-7264.
Find out more »Soil pH Testing
Learn about the importance of soil pH and how to do a soil pH test. Participants can bring a sample of their own soil to test. The one-half cup sample should be taken at the depth of a trowel. If the soil is too wet, allow it to dry on a paper towel before putting in a plastic bag. The program will be held in the Main House. Reservations are required at 914 864-7264.
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