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Gifts for the Gardener!
Tis the season, and this year we went straight to the source to ask Broomfield Master Gardeners "what's on your list?" Perhaps the most unique response was a small, cordless chainsaw, but who wouldn't want that! Here are more great suggestions:
- A good pair of gardening gloves - long ones for the rose-growing crowd and cute, colorful nitrile gloves for the fashionistas
- High-quality tools are popular items: pruning shears, garden knives like Hori Hori, and hedge clippers
- A kneeling pad or seat
- A "kneeler" with handles to help get up
- Journals, a subscription to a gardening magazine, or a coupon for gardening help
- Garden decor or art
- A garden bench or cart
- Gardening shoes, bandanas, t-shirts, and sweatshirts
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A Christmas, or rather, a Thanksgiving cactus baby (Schlumbergera truncata). It's easy to propagate, with lots of blooms during the holidays and also at Easter.
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Gardening classes - maybe one of Colorado State University Online's Green School Short Courses
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Master Gardener Year in Review
And that’s a wrap! Thank you to Broomfield's 42 Master Gardeners and apprentices for another fantastic year of gardening. Since November 2022, this group has given 2,475 hours of their time and expertise to Broomfield, sharing horticulture knowledge with 4,205 residents at Farmers Markets, youth programs, garden centers, and more! The Broomfield Horticulture Helpline also saw an 80% increase in traffic from last year.
Master Gardeners are available to answer your gardening questions year-round by phone (303-464-5554) or email (BroomfieldMG@colostate.edu). We are grateful for this dedicated group of volunteers and their work supporting the Broomfield community.
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College Connection Series
Colorado State University is offering a new virtual series to help prospective students and their families learn about CSU majors, the application process, financial aid, and more. At the next session on Dec. 6, CSU Extension Specialist Ruben Flores will provide an overview of the College of Agricultural Sciences and its unique programs and degree offerings. Each session is simultaneously interpreted in Spanish, and recordings are available afterward for on-demand viewing. Learn more.
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Second Saturdays at Spur
Dec. 9
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Looking for a fun, free activity during the holiday break? Attend the next Second Saturday at CSU Spur, which will focus on Healthy Holidays.
If Dec. 9 doesn't work for you, plan an outing during the week. CSU Spur is always free and there’s tons to see: dog and cat surgeries, rooftop greenhouses, interactive exhibits, special demonstrations, virtual reality, art installations, selfie opportunities, and more! Spur is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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Webinar: Fresh New Gardening Myths
Wednesday, Dec. 13
12-1 p.m.
Free, but must register
Learn about the latest gardening myths at this webinar presented by Alison O'Connor, Larimer County Extension. Remember, you can find recordings of previous horticulture classes anytime on the CO-Horts Blog website.
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Holiday Closure Reminder
Dec. 25-26 ....... CSU Extension closed for Christmas
Jan. 1 ............. CSU Extension closed for New Year's Day
Broomfield CSU Extension's regular office hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
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STEM Activity: Grow Your Own Crystal!
Kids will have fun making their own crystal ornaments while learning about the science of minerals, liquids, and solubility at the same time. Here are the instructions.
Find other STEM activities on the Broomfield CSU Extension website.
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Cottage Food Safety Training
It's your last chance of the year to take this nationally-recognized food safety class! Offered by Colorado State University Extension, the program covers the specifics of the Colorado Cottage Food Act and how to safely operate a food business from a home kitchen.
The $50 online class is next offered on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 8-11 a.m and on Monday, Dec. 4, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Watch future newsletters for 2024 training dates.
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Join the Holiday Fun in Broomfield!
Make your holiday season merry and bright by partaking in these Holiday Cheer events with your friends and neighbors in Broomfield! Learn how you can both have fun this holiday season and give back to your community at Broomfield.org/HolidayCheer.
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Ready to Share Your Story?
The Broomfield Depot Museum and Friends of Broomfield History are here to capture it! If you have a personal story connected to Broomfield, from any background and any age, you're invited to be a part of the Broomfield Out Loud project.
Contribute your unique story today by filling out this form. Learn more about the Broomfield Out Loud project at Broomfield.org/BroomfieldOutLoud.
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Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. | Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. | CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.
Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. | Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. | Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.
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