Past Events

Snohomish, WA. The 2014 Compost in Agriculture workshop will address challenges farmers face when using compost-- particularly spreading and equipment. Join us as we learn from farmers and researchers and explore compost application spreading techniques, equipment, and valuable resourtces. Further Info: Details and Registration

Port Townsend, WA. The Northwest Cider Association's Summer Cider Day is one of the largest cider tasting events in Washington state and has helped establish the Northwest as a nationally recognized cider region. Meet the cidermakers, and taste from over 60 varieties of local and regional ciders. Summer Cider Day offers the experienced cider enthusiast as well as the newly cider curious a chance to sample a complete range of cider styles and flavors. 11:00 am - 12 noon: VIP…

Mount Vernon, Washington. Author Lee Reich will be speaking on “Uncommon Fruits for Every Garden” and leading a subsequent tour of the espalier in the WWFRF demonstration fruit garden at the Washington State University Mount Vernon Northwestern Washington Research and Extension Center (WSU Mount Vernon NWREC), 16650 State Route 536, Mount Vernon, Washington. Further Info: Details and Registration

2524 16th Ave S #301, Seattle, WA. Summer is a great time to prune fruit trees; some think it’s the best time. Learn why to prune in late summer, the biology behind fruit tree pruning, pruning tools and basic cuts. Instructor Bill Wanless is co-owner of Brooke/Wanless Gardens, a garden care and pruning service. He is an ISA certified arborist with over 20 years field experience. He specializes in pruning small trees, shrubs and vines, including fruit-bearing plants. This class…

Everson, WA. Late summer is the pinnacle of fruit and veggies in the garden. Come tour Cloud Mountain's growing fields and taste the wonderful bounty that can be grown here. Admission fee, registration not required. Further Info: Details and Registration

100 separate activities and special menu items are planned throughout Washington state. The Northwest Cider Association (NWCA) has announced the third annual Washington Cider Week, a 10-day craft cider celebration. Cider Week Washington kicks off on September 4th, and on the 5th the Northwest Cider Summit kicks the party into gear at South Lake Union in Seattle, followed by a week-long series of tasting events. Fourteen cideries from Washington are participating in this year’s events. Further Info: Details

Town Hall, 1119 8th Avenue, Seattle, WA. There are thousands of apple varieties in North America, but only a few are offered in grocery stores. In Apples of Uncommon Character, James Beard Award-winner Rowan Jacobsen takes readers beyond the Red Delicious and Granny Smiths of the world, offering a look at 123 varieties of this most “uncommon” fruit. Part-cookbook, part-scientific study, Jacobsen’s book explores these apples — from the D’Arcy Spice to the Hidden Rose — giving historical anecdotes, descriptive…

Meridian Park, behind the Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N. Seattle, WA. Participate in this fun, lively hands-on community festival with workshops, cooking demonstrations and fun activities for all ages. Eat tasty food and enjoy live music with friends and family. Harvest season is a time to celebrate! Bring your friends and family for a seed swap, cider pressing and DIY herb crowns. Kids can participate in crafts in the children's garden, see a puppet show and take part…