Seed Library programs
Published on 17 October 2024
In conjunction with the launch of our brand-new Seed Library, Coffs Harbour Libraries is excited to present our Sustainable Living Series! This series offers our community the chance to build new skills and access valuable information to enhance and enjoy their gardens at home. Explore our workshops and discover how you can grow a more sustainable future with us!
2024 PROGRAMS
THE BASICS: SEED SAVING
Would you love some free, locally adapted seeds to pop in your garden? Come along to this free intro to seed saving to learn how to select, collect, save, sow and share seeds within your local gardening community.
Saturday 19 Oct 2024 | 10.30-11.30am Harry Bailey Memorial Library
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Saturday 7 Dec 2024 | 10.30-11.30am Harry Bailey Memorial Library
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Saturday 14 Dec 2024 | 10.30-11.30am Toormina Library
GROW YOUR GARDEN: PLANT NUTRITION
To feed or not to feed? In this free intro to plant nutrition, you’ll learn some simple, natural ways to nourish your food garden to keep your plants healthy and strong.
Saturday 21 Sept 2024 | 10.30-11.30am Toormina Library
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Saturday 7 Dec 2024 | 12-1pm Harry Bailey Memorial Library
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DESIGNING RESILIENT GARDENS
How tough is your garden? In this free workshop, we’ll learn how to understand and work with natural processes to create diverse, resilient gardens that support you, your community and the environment.
Saturday 19 Oct 2024 | 12-1pm Harry Bailey Memorial Library
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INTRODUCTION TO PERMACULTURE
People care, Earth care, fair share. Permaculture is not just a way of gardening, it’s a way of life. In this brief intro to permaculture, we’ll touch on the foundational principles to help you on your own permaculture journey.
Saturday 26 Oct 2024 | 10.30-11.30am Woolgoolga Library
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Saturday 30 Nov 2024| 10.30-11.30am Harry Bailey Memorial Library
GET CREATIVE WITH PLANT PROPAGATION
Want to learn how to propagate your own plants to fill those gaps in your garden for low to no cost? Join us for this short workshop to discover some simple propagation techniques you can easily do at home.
These programs are delivered by Coffs Harbour Libraries and Our Living Coast