Downtown Community Garden - Des Moines Iowa

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Jennie
Jennie
  • 28, Female
  • Des Moines, IA
  • United States
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Winter seed swap

Started this discussion. Last reply by Sandy Feb 17, 2010. 21 Replies

Franklin Community Gardens

Started this discussion. Last reply by Donna Feb 27, 2010. 5 Replies

 

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Jennie commented on Drew Matthew Maifeld's event 'Compost Bin Construction'
I'll actually be back in Des Moines that weekend. I will definitely stop by for a bit. Not sure I can stay to 2 though, we'll see. I've missed my community gardeners. :-)
Sep 29, 2010
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Compost Bin Construction at Downtown Garden - Meet by Bike on the Center Street Bridge

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October 10, 2010 from 10am to 2pm
meeting, eating, cycling, and constructing...10:00 am Join us at the new Center Street Bridge (the northernmost bridge on the Principal Riverwalk loop, just east of Wells Fargo Arena) and kick off the morning with a breakfast potluck and a photo shoot spanning the river. Please bring food and/or drinks to share and a bicycle to ride!From there, we will embark on a bike ride together.We will wind up at the Downtown Community Gardento build compost bins on site.See More
Jennie might attend Drew Matthew Maifeld's event Sep 29, 2010
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Donna replied to Jennie's discussion 'Franklin Community Gardens'
I would be willing to do this ... :)
Feb 27, 2010
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Jennie replied to Donna's discussion 'Where is Everyone? And what are you doing?'
The method of planting peas I've heard of for this far north says just bury the peas in the snow as close to the ground as you can. The snow doesn't harm most of the seeds, and as it melts it triggers the peas to sprout, the ground is nice…
Feb 18, 2010
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Des Moines Seeds swap at Foundry Coworking, on Locust, downtown

February 20, 2010 from 10am to 12pm
Bring seeds, seed catalogs and a smile!
Event posted by Jennie Feb 18, 2010
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Sandy replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
Jennie, I'm open to anything if there is extra. If anyone plans on heading out to the garden, I believe I still have some seed savers melon seeds in the shed (the back shelf) that are available for the swap. I didn't have much luck with…
Feb 17, 2010
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Kyla Cox replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
This is a great idea. I could use ideas for gardening since we just moved in this winter! And it would be great to spend some time with "garden heads". I really love the idea of sharing packages of seeds. I plan to attend.
Feb 16, 2010
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Jennie replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
Umm... I hadn't given it that much thought dear. :-) Probably chairs at tables. The little bowls idea would work if that's how you wanted to do it. I just have all my seeds in clear ziplock baggies. I'll probably pre-package some, but…
Feb 16, 2010
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Donna replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
I agree, I have a propensity for negativity ad criticism. I am trying to work on that and it is difficult. I might over criticize things because I tend to feel people rarely say they dislike something and just accept things the way they are. Which I…
Feb 15, 2010
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Jennie replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
Christine and Sandy, If y'all have something you're looking for, let me know and I'll see if I can set them aside for you on Saturday and get them to you at a different time. -Jennie
Feb 15, 2010
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Drew Matthew Maifeld replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
I will have my daughter in town and plan to bring her as well! We will need to leave early to be at the Civic Center for a play at 1:00 but am looking forward to sharing out seeds :)
Feb 15, 2010
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Jennie replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
Oh! I forgot to mention, this event is kid-friendly. I'll have my little crawler. So, Bring 'em if you got 'em. If you have one at that age where counting is fun, they might even enjoy things. Other kids will probably find it pretty…
Feb 15, 2010
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Donna replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
Yeap fowarded that email. I don't think many people in the neighborhoods know there is a Community Garden and if they do I am not entirely sure they know what a Community Garden is. To me, if there are people living in a Community with an…
Feb 14, 2010
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Jennie replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
I'm sorry Donna, but your post is very confusing. Thanks for inviting the Drakers! That's awesome. Did you forward the email that I sent out? >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> If any of us want to get…
Feb 13, 2010
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Donna replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
I just invited the Drake Community Garden members. If any of us want to get more members or a waiting list we should canvas, it is suppose to be a Community Garden. And while I think individuals should have a plot, there is suppose to be a rotation.…
Feb 13, 2010
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Sandy replied to Jennie's discussion 'Winter seed swap'
Sounds like a great time, but unfortunately we won't be able to make it. I already have Sydney signed up for a toddler art class at that time. Hopefully we can meet up again in the Spring. Best wishes, Sandy
Feb 12, 2010

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At 10:05am on February 11, 2010, Drew Matthew MaifeldDrew Matthew Maifeld said…
I posted a comment to Donna's Page, I hope you two can propose a date for the seed swap! Emily and I have some seeds that we can divvy up. I would prefer a weekend afternoon.

I think either the library location or Alexanders space would work great!

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Introducting Candy Drost : 2011 Community Garden Coordinator

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Candy is a long time community gardener (5+ years!) and she has 4 children who love to garden with her...

 

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