Waraburra Nura Garden In Conversation with Alice McAuliffe

 Warraburra Nura Native GardenIn Conversation with Alice McAuliffe Creative ProducerYou may not know of garden in on the 6th floor of a building that you the public can visit. From the website, “Waraburra Nura is a public medicinal plant garden at the University of Technoly (UTS) Sydney, developed by UTS ART in partnership with Jumbunna Institute for Indigenous Education...

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Ollas Save Water in the Garden and Grow Green Tomatoes

 THE GOOD EARTHWhat About Ollas?Gardeners already know how to save water in the garden because dry times can happen at any time of the year, not just summer.Saving water in the garden could be anything from mulching to using drip irrigation and creating wicking beds.The whole idea is to make water last longer in your garden, whether it is from rain or using garden hoses.Tip:...

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Canned Pumpkin 5 Ways

Pumpkins are the most quintessential fall item! When we think of them we automatically think of this time of year. Every fall we find ourselves using pumpkins in our recipes and in our homes.Pumpkins are ideal for this time of the year as they are rich in vitamins that boost immunity and they are a great source of vitamin A, a vitamin important for healthy eyes. During the...

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Making Mealtime FUN!

Eating is essential for life, so we do it everyday! Doing something everyday, a few times a day, can become routine and a bit boring. Making meals and snacks that everyone in your household likes can often be a challenge. Sometimes we need something new and exciting to attract our attention and turn on our appetites!Engage kids and other family members in helping to make these...

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Fall for These Moves

Fall is here! Take a deep breath as the air gets cooler. Pause for a bit of reflection on the summer, then keep it moving! Movement is helpful for all bodies and minds, and play is important for both kids and adults. Keep reading for some fun ways to move around this fall. Fall is known for apples, pumpkins, pears, and more! Have some fun with the harvests of the season...

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Spotlight on Broccoli

Watch this video about how to buy, store, and prepare broccoli.RECIPES FOR BROCCOLI:Stir-Fried Vegetables, with Beef, Chicken or TofuVegetable and Creamy DipGarden Stir-FryBroccoli SaladMac 'n Cheese with BroccoliBroccoli Baked PotatoesChicken and Broccoli Quiche Broccoli is a budget friendly, dark green vegetable you can serve in many easy and delicious ways to your...

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All About Australian Dendrobium and Dockrillia Orchids

 PLANT OF THE WEEKDendrobiums sp. Episode 1Scientific Name:Dendrobium speciosumCommon Name: Rock Orchid, Sydney Rock OrchidNative Habitat: growing on granite cliff faces or boulders.Plant type: LithophyteDescription: consisting of pseudobulbs or canes that can be up to 45cm long. Large leathery leaves than can last up to 12 years on the plant. Flowering August to...

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Get Moving this Walktober!

Did you know that walking is Maryland’s state exercise? And October 2020 has been designated as Walktober, a month to get outside and enjoy all the benefits walking offers to your body, mind, and sense of wellbeing. SNAP-Ed is here to help you take more steps this month--here’s how you can join in the fun!Follow us!We’ll be sharing daily tips, ideas, and motivations to work...

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