Thanks to society directors Kim, Rita, Maureen and Terry - who have all contributed to fixing drip issues at the community garden. Work has been done on the leaking tap at our main water source, and we are waiting on a part to get the drip irrigation going in the greenhouse. Sorry for the delay, please continue to hand water greenhouse beds until we get this fixed.
CMESS students have sown seeds in the Farm to School corner, and students also helped clean up the tabletop beds and one of the raised beds. Thank you CMESS students, Brooke and Terry for all that you do in support of Farm to School. 
We had a quarrel of gold crown sparrows, and quarrel we did. The wee monsters stripped leaves off brassicas, peas and even the overwintered kale. Fast acting gardeners placed protective netting over their seedlings.
Thankfully, these birds are migratory and just passing through. And following the theme of man against nature, Kim has placed a temporary cover over the black water barrel beside the greenhouse, as it was full of mosquito larvae.
The community garden society will have a table at the PAC Bazaar, Sunday May 5 from noon til 3. Many thanks to Kim who has donated a lovely hanging basket for the raffle, and to Rita who has complemented the raffle item with two potted Bleeding Hearts. Rita and Maureen have stepped up to look after the table, sell raffle tickets and welcome any questions you may have about community gardening here in Tahsis.
There is one raised bed and two tabletop plots available for purchase, if you need more space, or if you are interested in becoming a community garden member.
And finally, the next General Meeting will take place on Monday, May 27th @ 7 pm. Venue to be announced. Happy Gardening!
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