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The Community Seed Bank

How to Save, Store, and Share Your Harvest on Zoom

Unlock the secret to the infinite garden! Why buy new seeds every year when nature provides a bounty for free? Join Mark Gostkiewicz for a deep dive into the rewarding world of seed saving.

This isn't just about drying a few seeds on a paper towel—it’s about "closing the loop" in your garden, preserving rare heirloom varieties, and building a more resilient local food system.

In this workshop, Mark Gostkiewicz of Tri Gable Lea Farm walks you through the entire lifecycle of a seed, from the moment you tuck it into the soil to the day you harvest and store its offspring. You’ll learn the technical skills needed to ensure your seeds are viable, pure, and ready to be shared with your neighbors or the world.

Join us to learn about

• Planning for Seed Saving: Learn which plants are best for beginners and how to manage "isolation distances" to prevent your squash or peppers from cross-pollinating into mystery hybrids.
• The Art of Selection: Discover how to identify and mark the strongest, tastiest plants in your garden to ensure the next generation is even better than the last.
• Harvesting & Processing: Master the techniques for both "dry" seeds (like beans and lettuce) and "wet" seeds (like tomatoes and cucumbers), including the fermentation process for maximum viability.
• Storage Secrets: Learn the "Cool, Dry, and Dark" rule. We’ll discuss the best containers and environments to keep your seeds alive and kicking for years. 
• The Power of the Swap: How to package and label your seeds for local seed libraries, community swaps, and online exchange networks.
• Building Community: Tips for starting or contributing to a "Little Free Seed Library" in your own neighborhood.

Whether you want to save money, preserve a family heirloom, or help your community become more food-secure, this class provides the roadmap to becoming a confident seed steward.

Plus, you’ll receive Mark’s presentation & handouts, which tell you exactly when and how to harvest the most common garden favorites and other resources!

Don’t just grow a garden—grow a legacy. Sign up today and learn how to save and share the harvest!

This program will be recorded. 

This program is sponsored by the Friends of Memorial Hall Library. 

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