Classes and Workshops
Growing Fruit Trees in Newton
Saturday March 10th and 17th, 9:30 – 11:30am
$60, $54 Friends of the Farm
If you would like to grow fruit trees we can show you how to be successful. Join Sam Fogel for two classes, each 2 hours long and he will introduce you to the best varieties of fruit trees for Newton including apple, peach, pear, plum and cherry.
Discussions will focus on trees that are naturally resistant to fungal and bacterial diseases as well as how to prune and care for them. Catalogs from a few vendors of “bare-rooted trees” will also be discussed. The class will also visit the NCF orchard, while trees are dormant and note the tree characteristics of size and shape. Here participants will learn of the types of apple trees that can all be conveniently placed in pots or small garden areas. Finally, we’ll discuss garden pests and diseases, and how to outsmart them.
If you are considering growing your own fruit trees the basic requirement is to have a location with at least 5 hours of summer sun and you will soon need to order your new trees. Why not take this class to help you make informed choices?
Instructor: Sam Fogel Location: Newton Community Farm
Vermicomposting for Beginners
Sunday March 25th, 2:00 – 3:30pm
$40 , $35 Friends of the Farm (fee includes all materials)
Using a simple yet effective system, you can turn your food waste into potting soil with the help of red worms. Odors are minimal and the entire system can be stored under the sink, in your garage, or in the cellar year-round! We provide the materials, worms, and instruction, and you go home with a fully functioning vermicomposting bin that will recycle food scraps into nitrogen rich compost for your garden or houseplants in weeks!
Instructor: TBD Location: Newton Community Farm
Download a PDF of our course bulletin
Please note: Classes take place outdoors
We are a small farm without any formal indoor space and we work hard to create a safe and fun environment. To facilitate this, we ask that class participants come prepared for the elements. This may include sun protection (hats, sunscreen), proper foot ware, rain jackets, bug spray, etc.
We also strongly recommend that you check yourself and/or your children for ticks after visiting the farm. Ticks can be active at all times of the year.
Registration
We now offer online registration!
Step 1: Fill out and submit our online registration form
Step 2: Submit your payment by selecting the appropriate item from the drop down menu, below. (Please note: you do not need a PayPal account to submit a payment. You can pay by credit/debit card.) You may also mail a check, made out to Newton Community Farm, to the following address:
Education Coordinator
Newton Community Farm
303 Nahanton Street
Newton, MA 02459