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DIY "Stained Glass" Butterfly

With summer in full swing, many more species of butterflies and moths are appearing in the landscape around us. Evoke those bold summertime colors and create your own prismatic butterfly with this fun activity!
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Art with a Twist: Dandelions or Fireworks?

What child—or adult—hasn’t wished upon a mature dandelion and gently blew the seeds—and wishes—into the wind? And who doesn’t love some colorful fireworks on a warm summer’s eve? With this fun art project, you can evoke fond memories of both summer...

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Attracting Hummingbirds

With their territorial sass, iridescent colors and quick motions, hummingbirds are a delight to many. These impressive little birds are unique in that they can fly forward, backwards and upside down; they can even hover. The ruby-throated hummingbird (Archilochus...

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Market and CSA farming in the time of COVID-19

In this guest article, hear from Two Gander Farm's co-owner Deirdre Flemming on how their small, family-run organic farming business has been adapting to the many challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Invasive Species Spotlight: The Truth About Butterfly Bush

Butterfly Bush is a surefire attention-grabber. A common sight in our region’s gardens and landscape plantings, its fragrant conical blooms—typically festooned with fluttering butterflies and buzzing bees—are hard to miss. Although eye-catching, hardy, and seemingly helpful to butterflies and other pollinators, Butterfly Bush is far from beneficial; in fact it’s actually an invasive species that can impair the health of our local ecosystems.
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