http://www.CommonGroundFarm.org en-us Thu, 17 May 2012 16:47:08 EST http://www.CommonGroundFarm.org /newsandevents/EventDetails.html?eventID=94 2012-05-23 | | Learn all about compost, how to start your own compost pile, and how to improve on what you have going at this informative workshop run by Cornell Cooperative Extension DC's Green Teen Program. We will talk about different home composting options and what might work well for you.

Bring your kids! There will be children's worm composting activities going on during the workshop! They will learn how to start a worm bin while you learn all about home composting.

Cost is $15.

Register in advance by emailing education@commongroundfarm.org

We hope to see you there! 2012-04-03 /newsandevents/EventDetails.html?eventID=94 /newsandevents/EventDetails.html?eventID=95 2012-06-23 | | In partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension

Rain barrels capture runoff from rooftops during storms to use later to water your lawn or garden. Using a rain barrel can help save money on water bills, conserve water, and manage stormwater runoff. At this hands-on workshop, we will provide a 55-gallon food-grade plastic barrel and all the materials you need to build your own!

There is a $45 fee and spaces are limited. Please RSVP by contacting Angela at acs26@cornell.edu or (845) 677-8223, extension 114.

Your spot in this workshop is not held until we receive your payment! 2012-04-12 /newsandevents/EventDetails.html?eventID=95 /newsandevents/EventDetails.html?eventID=99 2012-07-21 | | With Lynda Elie, an Energy Smart Educator for NYSERDA

What uses the most energy in our homes? Learn to calculate how much energy you are using and which appliances consume the most energy. We will learn how to use energy meters to measure power consumption and learn about choices we have and changes we can make to both lower our energy bill and cut our carbon footprint.

Participants will learn where to purchase their own energy meter or can choose to borrow one through Common Ground Farm so that they can test home appliances currently used and decide how best to lower energy consumption in the home. Please bring your most current electric bill and/or natural gas bill to this workshop so we can learn how to read your bill and understand all those mysterious charges.

Register in advance by emailing education@commongroundfarm.org

$15 2012-05-14 /newsandevents/EventDetails.html?eventID=99