Gardenfest 2024

Our conversation for Extension Office Friday included Joanne Royaltey, Program Associate based in the Frederick County Extension Office (though she serves all five counties.) Our topic was the Northern Shenandoah Valley Master Gardener Association's GardenFest happening on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Belle Grove Plantation from 8am til 2pm. Joining us for the conversation were GardenFest program leads: Joey Waters, Kathryn Doyle, and Ann Levi. Linda Bartlett joined us as well as the program lead for Second Hand Rose - a garden/thrift shop that operates during the event. Our discussion highlights plant sales, vendor participation, children's activities, and tool sharpening services. The women talk about volunteer experiences, the planning process, plant varieties, and the layout of the event. They also mention the educational opportunities, the need to bring your own cart/wagon, and the no-pets policy.  Before we wrapped up, Joanne Royalty sang the praises of the recent NSV Master Gardener graduates.