The Weekend of June 2nd - The West Virginia Master Gardeners met in Greenbrier County for one of their annual conventions. This is a group of hundreds of West Virginia men and women who love gardening and share their gardening skills with the community through their volunteer activities.
My parents (John and Kay) are long time members. This year and every year the highlight is the Saturday Night LIVE AUCTION - and banquet. The Live Auction is a fund raiser. Of notable interest to my readers were 2 glass items - a BLENKO BRICK (amber)and photo (one brick and photo of the VC garden) sold for $50. Osburn Modern Glass Vase sold for $300. These people LOVE WEST VIRGINIA GLASS! They also know quality when they see it!
Many gardeners like my parents find Blenko Glass products to be useful in their gardens, the large heavy bowls make great Bird Feeders. The animals make great water garden decorations. BLENKO while not recommended for use outdoors - has survived many winters at my folks home on Swarthmore.
The Master Gardeners program also had two keynote speakers: Dave Cavagnaro who spoke on 'The Joys of Edible Gardening and Dr. Hasan Amjad whose topic was Health Benefits of Tea. Donna Walker of Charleston was named Kanawha Master Gardener of the year. Tom Bell was named Cabell County Master Gardener of the Year.
Master Gardener Program is funded by West Virginia University Extension Service - To find out about classes and volunteer opportunities in your county phone your local county extension agent. hjh
2 comments:
who is dr hassan amajad and how do I find out more?
shelly
Dr. Amjad is an oncologist - internal medicine physician. He is located on Church St. in Beckly West Virginia. I suggest you use Directory Assistant.
hjh
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