Green Fair

The event is free and will feature vendors showcasing environmentally friendly products, alternative energy solutions and sustainable agriculture programs. State and local organizations will also be on hand to provide information about energy conservation, organic gardening, water testing and septic system care.

Several workshops on a wide range of issues will run from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and include:

 

• Garden Detox 101: Say goodbye to chemicals and hello to nature. Reclaim soil vitality and your garden organically! – Patricia Griffin, Richards Tree Farm
• Kitchen Waste to Garden Gold – Master Gardener Chris Turn
• Life after Cheap Oil – Stephen Washington
• Special presentation  –  Sharon Riker, Rodale Institute

 

The Rodale Institute is a prestigious, 333-acre, organic-certified farm in Kutztown devoted to research, education and certified-organic production.