The Middlesex County Public Library (MCPL) system continues its year-long gardening series, hosted by reps from the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service (VCES).
“Garden Weeds — What is It and How to Get Rid of It?”
- 5 p.m. Monday, April 21, at MCPL’s Deltaville branch.
- Refreshments and a Q&A session follow the main presentation.
This program will cover how to better identify weeds, figure out whether they are annuals, biennials, or perennials, and discern the best method to then control them. It will also explore the concept of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), in which a variety of solutions are applied, how to draw up an IPM plan, and how having one benefits your garden. The talk addresses how to limit chemical use in home gardens as well.
The presentation will be hosted by Frank Long, the extension service’s agricultural and natural resources agent for the Middle Peninsula. The following program in the series will be “Creating Your Own Plant Super Food,” addressing composting and organic matter additions will be offered at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, at MCPL’s Urbanna branch.
The Art of Poetry
- Led by former Virginia poet laureate and longtime MCPL supporter, Dr. Carolyn Kreiter-Foronda.
- 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 3, at MCPL’s Deltaville branch.
- Open to all levels and ages. Light refreshments will be served.
The recipient of both local and national acclaim for works such as “River Country,” “The Embrace,” and “These Flecks of Color,” Kreiter-Foronda has decades of experience teaching poetry to beginners and experts alike.
In “The Art of Poetry” attendees will learn about and practice various poetic techniques using artwork as a helpful creative prompt. The workshop also coincides with an exhibit of paintings by Kathleen Noffsinger’s painting class, which will be on display at MCPL’s Deltaville branch in May.
A unique opportunity to learn poetry from a master of the craft, the workshop is free, but an RSVP is requested. Attendees may reserve their space by emailing yourmiddlesexlibrary@gmail.com or calling 804-776-7362.
Deltaville bake sale
The Friends of Deltaville Library’s annual bake sale is set for 9-11 a.m. Saturday, April 19, at Philippi Christian Church, 17276 General Puller Highway (Route 33), Deltaville. This annual rain or shine event is a fundraiser for the Middlesex County Public Library (MCPL) system’s Deltaville branch at 35 Lovers Lane in Deltaville.
Work by the Friends of Deltaville Library is made possible by annual memberships, generous donations, a used book sale and an annual bake sale. New members are always welcomed. Applications can be picked up at the Deltaville branch.
For information, email Patpati17@hotmail.com.
