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Build a scarecrow for free at Mischler’s for Oktoberfest on Sept. 26

Rummage through your closet and grab an old shirt and pair of pants to build your own scarecrow during Oktoberfest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 at Mischler’s Florist and Greenhouses, 118 S. Forest Rd.. Williamsville. You supply the old clothes and they will provide the rest of the materials. Mischler’s Greenhouse associates will be on hand to assist you if needed. Bring your child or grandchild to share in this unique Oktoberfest experience. While you’re at…...

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Sep 15, 2015

What you can do in your early autumn garden in Western New York

by Connie Oswald Stofko That muggy weather we’ve had this past week made it feel more like July than September. But Labor Day is over and kids are headed back to school. That makes many people think the gardening season is over. No it’s not! Here are a few reminders of things you can do in the garden now and for the next few weeks. Start a new garden Many people think spring is the perfect time to start a…...

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Sep 8, 2015

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Watch as artist Shayne Dark creates unique piece at Botanical Gardens

by Connie Oswald Stofko When you think of artists working outside in a garden, you probably picture them dabbing daintily at an easel. But not Shayne Dark. “He uses chain saws, blow torches and all kinds of crazy things,” said Erin Grajek, associate vice president of marketing & visitor experience at the Botanical Gardens. You can watch Dark work during his residency, when he will make a unique piece of art at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655…...

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Sep 8, 2015

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‘Nuisance wildlife’ is one of three classes set by Erie County Master Gardeners

So many of us have trouble with deer, rabbits and other pesky critters in our gardens. Learn what to do about it in the class “How to Deal with Nuisance Wildlife” to be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, in the Print Shop Building on the Roycroft Campus, 21 South Grove St., East Aurora. The class will cover methods for dealing with a wide variety of wildlife in rural, suburban and urban settings. It is one of…...

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Sep 8, 2015

Rally to feature vintage farm equipment; see blacksmithing demonstrations

by Connie Oswald Stofko There was a time when some farmers had their own forge where they could make their own tools or even make spare parts to repair their tractors. That’s why blacksmithing demonstrations are included at the annual rally of the Western New York Gas and Steam Engine Association, which features vintage farm equipment powered by steam and gas. The rally will be held from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 10 through 13 at…...

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Sep 8, 2015

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More opportunities for internships, jobs

You– or somebody you know who enjoys plants– might be interested in these internships or jobs. Don’t forget that internships are available in the fall, spring and summer at Buffalo-NiagaraGardening.com, too. Internships Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara: Public Relations Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, Niagara County’s largest nonprofit human services agency serving people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities (it has a greenhouse program as well as other services), is offering an opportunity for an intern to develop practical public relations and…...

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Sep 8, 2015

Learn how to have a pretty garden while being kind to the environment at Lockwood’s Fall Fair

by Connie Oswald Stofko We gardeners want to be kind to the environment, but it can seem so complicated. We may know that we should have a sustainable landscape, though many of us probably can’t define exactly what that means. We should be organic, which encompasses so many different gardening practices. Can we do it all and have a pretty garden at the same time? Yes, and gardening expert Sally Cunningham will tell you how during a talk at 10…...

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Sep 1, 2015

Succulent Show to start Saturday, Sept. 5 at Botanical Gardens; workshop set for Oct. 15

There are so many interesting ways you can use succulents at home, and for inspiration you should check out the Succulent Show that will take place from Saturday, Sept. 5 – Sunday, Oct. 4 at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Ave., Buffalo. Hours are 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. daily. The exhibit is included with admission to the Botanical Gardens. Admission is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (ages 55 and older) and students (ages 13 and older with…...

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Sep 1, 2015

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Call in your questions; Gardener’s Corner returns to WBEN 930

You can call in your gardening and landscape questions during a radio show called “Gardener’s Corner” sponsored by PLANT WNY’s foundation. “Gardener’s Corner” will be part of the Home Improvement Hour on WBEN 930 AM and will air from 11:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 5, 12, 19 and 26. Chris Zeisz, a lifetime CNLP (certified nursery and landscape professional) and owner of Snyder Ridge Landscaping & Garden Center, will be the host of the show. Guests each week will…...

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Sep 1, 2015

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Hear ’45 Gardening Tips in 45 Minutes;’ I can address your group, too

by Connie Oswald Stofko I will present “45 Gardening Tips in 45 Minutes” at the meeting of the Lancaster Garden Club at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9 in St. John’s Lutheran Church Hall, 55 Pleasant Ave., Lancaster. In my presentation, I’ll share some of the best tips I discovered as I have interviewed home gardeners and gardening experts in the past several years for Buffalo-NiagaraGardening.com, the online gardening magazine for Western New York. I have to average one tip per…...

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Sep 1, 2015