The 2008 FRILL gardening season kicks off with a fundraising Art Auction featuring the beautiful work of local artists who have generously donated their work in support of the FRILL Community Garden.
The art will be displayed and the auction open from April 1 until April 30 at the Sleepless Goat at 91 Princess Street in downtown Kingston. Come down to the Goat and bid on some beautiful art! 100% of the proceeds will be used in support of the FRILL Community Garden.
Mark Your Calendar!
April 14 to 26 - Come see our display of information and gardening resources at the Kingston Frontenac Public Library
Monday, April 21 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Garden Information Night and Artists' Reception (free food!): Sleepless Goat, 91 Princess Street
Come meet the FRILL Planning Team and the artists who donated their work to the auction and learn more about the garden
Sunday, May 4 - 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. - May Day Festival and Plot Lottery, FRILL Community Garden, 38 Charles Street
Enter the plot lottery, enjoy children's activities, learn about snakes from conservationist Matt Ellerbeck and share snacks
Sunday, May 25 - 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. - New Gardener Orientation and Basic Gardening Skills Workshop - 38 Charles Street
New gardeners learn about their role in the FRILL garden and receive a free workshop to help them get started
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Gardener Gatherings
Time for gardeners, friends and neighbours to come together for workbees, potlucks and friendship in the garden
All are always welcome! Gardener Gatherings are free and held in the garden at 38 Charles Street
Thursday, June 26 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, July 27 - 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 28 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 28 - 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. - Harvest Festival
Sunday, October 26 - 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. - Goodbye Gardener Gathering and Fall Clean Up
Second Tuesday of each month - Planning Team Meetings with food and good company, all are always welcome.
Contact frillgarden@yahoo.ca for more information