Tivoli: Flax Garden Work Party

76 Wilkins Avenue,Albany NY 12206

19 June, 2022

Description

In 2021, we grew flax seeds, which can be turned into linen. Join us for this work day and we will tend to the flax plot. We'll be doing hands-on activities such as prepping the soil for plants, expanding the fence to protect the seeds from critters and additional things as they come up. Other activities may include hoeing, weeding, fence repair, and hand-cleaning fiber. There will be something for everyone to do and we can expect a fun, learning experience. We will begin with an optional grounding / centering activity for the first twenty minutes. If you would like to skip the grounding activity, please arrive 30 minutes later. Families are welcome, but all children must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that we are requiring you to provide a cell phone/phone number to reach you. We will use this to contact you the day-of the event to ensure it's happening especially in the case of inclement weather. We are accepting donations for all of our events and work days this season. Your support helps our programs. ♥ If you have questions, please contact Kim (email: [email protected] / phone: 518-417-1971). ~ Directions for getting to Tivoli Community Farm: Our Farm location is located in the baseball field next to the former Livingston Middle School (now the Livingston Apartments). There are two parking options: 1. Go as far as you can, past the dead end at the end of Wilkins Avenue (one-way off Livingston Avenue), and park near the gate in front of you. Please note there are a limited number of spots. 2. Use the former Livingston Middle School parking lot, on McCrossin Avenue. This is the one-way street that goes along the left of the old Livingston school, now Livingston Apartments. Park all the way to the rear of the lot, then walk across the grassy field to the gate at the left corner of the chain-link fence. View on Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/apm3muVswBMq214V7 If you get lost, you can contact Dan directly at (518) 258-0779. Important Notes: Unless there are severe storms, the event will happen, so please dress accordingly (rain gear if it's rainy, sunscreen, hats, layers). We recommend you bring a water bottle, garden gloves, and anything else you need to make yourself comfortable. In the case of inclement weather, we will contact you to confirm if the event is happening. :)Please note that we are requiring you to provide a cell phone/phone number to reach you. We will use this to contact you the day-of the event to ensure it's happening especially in the case of inclement weather. COVID-19 Protocol: Participants must be free of COVID related symptoms. Please note, if you are showing signs of COVID related symptoms and cannot attend a session, you will have the option to request a refund of your donation.We will ask participants to maintain social distance (6′) from one another.Mask policy ~ We kindly ask that you wear a mask while working alongside others and within enclosed spaces. Please feel welcome to remove your mask when socially distant.