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Sep 17, 20241 min read
Making Sauerkraut
Bob and Sarah Lea taught us the basics of making sauerkraut in both small and large batches. They covered tools and materials needed,...

Jun 5, 20242 min read
Featured Provider: Rufer Bee & Sweet Bee Honey
Like most family businesses, the kids start to work at a young age. The Rufer boys, Gavin and Keegan, started working on the honey...


Apr 28, 20241 min read
Herbal Tea
Garden Nook Tea & Gifts owners Amy Kaiser and Mary Hoffman presented on the basics of herbal tea along with many varieties of tea and...


Apr 28, 20241 min read
Planting for Pollinators
Learn from local conservationist Tim Barberg's 20+ years of experience in creating native habitat for pollinators.


Apr 28, 20241 min read
Sourdough Bread
On February 26, 2024, almost 50 local community members packed into the area next to the Cokato ELC kitchen to learn from local sourdough...

Apr 13, 20242 min read
Raised Bed & Vertical Gardening
Sarah and Bob Lea were back to share their gardening know-how and tips on raised bed & vertical gardening. This method of gardening...


Feb 2, 20241 min read
Power of Greens: Growing Microgreens & Sprouts to Optimize Nutrition by Jolene Carlson
Jolene Carlson, licensed nutritionist and soil health enthusiast, offered a fantastic presentation on the power of sprouts and...


Feb 14, 20231 min read
Gut Health + Soil Health = Human Health by Jolene Carlson
Jolene Carlson, licensed nutritionist and soil health specialist, highlights the relationship of the soil ecosystem to that of the human...


Nov 17, 20226 min read
Sustainable Gifts & Gatherings
For many, the holiday season can be a great time of social and celebratory get-togethers with family, friends, and co-workers....


Oct 10, 20221 min read
Fermenting Vegetables with Medicinal Herbs by Connie Karstens
Thanks so much to Connie Karstens for this wonderful class on fermenting vegetables with medicinal herbs. Her presentation was...


Sep 30, 20221 min read
Sustainable Pantry Strategies
Chef Karyn Tomlinson, owner of restaurant Myriel in St. Paul, presented on how to minimize waste and find more joy through cooking...
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