This year the club will be celebrating our 85th year by hosting a Small Standard Flower Show in September of 2012. Details will be posted on this website soon.
We will be completing our work at the Milford Library Garden by installing the signage for the native garden that has been a work in progress over these last few years.
As seen in the CT Post , these blogs look like a fun place to check out during the cold winter months.
www.rivercrestfarm.com
THERE IS A $5.00 CHARGE FOR NON MEMBERS. THANK YOU.
What is one of the most destructive insects in North America today? Its the ALB or the Asian Longhorn Beetle. Please familiarize yourself with this insect and its habits. It has been found in NY state and in Massachusetts. Our beautiful trees in Ct are at risk, and the only thing that can help is to be alert for any sign of infestation. Quick action can save hundreds of trees
If you see one of these beetles in Connecticut please call the Experiment Station at this number immediately.
203-974-8474
You can also email them photos of the suspected insects at
CAES.StateEntomologist@ct.gov
For further information please check out these websites
http://www.beetlebusters.info/
http://www.asian-longhorned-beetle.com/
Another horrible pest is the emerald ash borer. Already thousands of trees in Pa have been destroyed. Make the effort to familiarize yourself with this hideous insect and its habits. It is only a matter of time before it arrives here in Ct.
Call 1-866-322 -4512
If you see either one of these insects please call the above number immediately.
The following article was written by Joan Crimmins and taken from the Connecticut Federation News .
The culmination of one of The Federation’s most significant projects occurred on September 15: the dedication of the Children’s Garden on the roof the CT Science Center in Hartford. Joined by 100 Federation members from across the state, President Donna Nowak thanked all for coming and praised “over 91 clubs and individuals” for contributing generous donations. “What we are doing today, she said, “is celebrating the urban landscape.”
Past President Maria Nahom, who had the vision and initiative to unite The Federation with The CT Science Center project, praised the work of the committee that determined the scope of the project. Dee Mazocchi headed the committee.
“The implementation of the original vision in the form of paths, native plants, and sculptures was realized through the efforts, skill, knowledge and countless hours of work by Kathrine Neville,” Mahon noted.
Greeted by smiles and applause, Neville said, “The project has expanded our horizons immensely and The Federation is now a part of the face of Hartford.” She noted that children who have visited the garden have shown special affection for the frog sculpture. The roof-top garden area also offers beautiful views the Hartford River, the suburbs, and the downtown area.
“We are here to encourage people to think of how science is around us every day,” said Aaron Wartner of the CT. Science Center as he welcomed the group. Since opening in June 2009, the $165 million dollar building has had 500,000 visitors; 95,000 have been children. The Center supports science education in the state. “One of its goals is to increase the quality of science education, children’s interest in science, and the choice of science as a college major,” Wartner told the group.
Located next to the CT Convention Center and the Marriott Hotel, the building is a prime of example of conservation at work. It generates its own power through a hydrogen cell on the property. 95% of the attractive steel structure is derived from recycled cars. Used throughout is “smart glass” that helps cool the building in summer and heat it in winter.
Federation members enjoyed their visit to one of the center’s five galleries. Photos online show them interacting enthusiastically with some of the exhibits, all of which are “hands-on” experiences.
During a luncheon, comprised of delicious organic food from local farmers, many members said they would return with family, friends, or fellow club members for a longer visit at a later date.
