Herndon Environmental Network Newsletter - September 2016
Herndon Environmental Network
Herndon Environmental Network Newsletter - September 2016
Hello again, HEN followers. Read on for news and info about what’s going on this month (with a sneak peek at upcoming events):
COMMUNITY GARDEN UPDATES:
If you are interested in taking an active role in the Community Garden project, or just want to connect with local gardeners and talk about how great (or terrible!) this year’s tomato crop has been, join us at our next planning meeting:
Community Garden Planning Meeting
When: Thu, September 29, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Where: Herndon Fortnightly Library, 768 Center St, Herndon, VA 20170
Thanks to everyone who came out and saw us at the HEN table at the Herndon Farmers Market in August!
Would you like to support this project? This is how you can help:
Become a HEN member! All membership fees (new and renewals) received between now and the end of this year will go toward the community garden project.
Send a check to Herndon Environmental Network, PO BOX 1704, Herndon, VA 20170 (specify Community Garden on check.) We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and all donations are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Become an outreach volunteer and help us spread the word about this project to local businesses (contact in...@herndonenvironment.org for more details.)
Like and share the new Herndon Community Garden at Bruin Park page on Facebook. This page is focused on topics related to gardening and local food; please post thoughts and articles you think might be of interest to others.
Shop through Amazon Smile and we will receive a small donation (at no cost to you) each time you make an eligible purchase. On your first visit to Amazon Smile, select Herndon Environmental Network as your preferred charity. Make sure to bookmark Amazon Smile and always shop through this link.
Stop by Potomac Vegetable Farm’s Vienna stand. They offer our “Keep Calm and Garden On” t-shirts (various colors and sizes) for $25. All t-shirt sale proceeds will benefit the community garden.
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS MONTH:
HEN at the Farmers Market
WHEN: Thursday, September 1, 8:30am to noon
WHERE: Downtown Herndon
We will have information about the Community Garden project, as well as an awesome craft featuring the Monarch Butterfly!
Interested in volunteering at our booth? Sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040445a5aa2da02-volunteer
HEN Habitat Heroes
WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 9:00am-11:00pm
WHERE: Stanton Park, 910 Third Street, Herndon 20170
Note: Bring water and bug spray and make sure you wear long sleeves and long pants - there is poison ivy at this site. We are providing gloves and tools. No knowledge of invasive plants is necessary, we will provide training on site.
Partners: Herndon Parks and Recreation, Fairfax County Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
If you are interested in volunteering, sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040445a5aa2da02-invasive
STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS ON THESE UPCOMING EVENTS:
HEN Habitat Heroes @ Stanton Park: October 8 (all dates are at Stanton Park, from 9am to 11am)
NoVA Soil and Water District - Green Breakfast: September 10 (8:30am to 10am)
Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy Plant Sale @ Morven Park in Leesburg: September 10 (9am to 3pm)
NatureFest Herndon will be here soon! Sunday, September 25, 1-5pm @ Runnymede Park. Explore various nature stations throughout the park including butterflies, bees, life in the meadow, web of life, and much more. Live animal shows throughout the day. Arts and crafts and fun for the whole family will be included! Event is free and co-sponsored by The Friends of Runnymede Park and Herndon Parks and Recreation Department.
Email us at in...@herndonenvironment.org to volunteer at the HEN table!
For more upcoming HEN and other environmental events see our Google Calendar at http://www.herndonenvironment.org/calendar.html