By Sherri Rager, Pauding Master Gardener Volunteer, and Sarah Noggle, OSU Extension Agriculture, and Natural Resources, Paulding County
Paulding, OH: Community connections are key to the OSU Extension Office. One of the volunteer programs operated via OSU Extension is the Master Gardener Volunteer (MGV) program. Recently, the Paulding County Master Gardener Volunteers purchased benches for the Black Swamp Nature Center porch using funds earned at the annual plant sale. The Education Specialist, Anna Gurney, for the Paulding County Soil and Water Conservation District accepted the donation.
Anna said, “We are so grateful to the Master Gardeners for the donation of two resin benches for the Black Swamp Nature Center porch. These benches will make a wonderful addition, allowing visitors to relax and enjoy the serene setting of the Nature Center.”
Community members interested in gardening are welcome to attend a gardening basics seminar on Thursday, April 28th from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the Paulding County Extension Building. This seminar called “How does your Garden Grow,” is an introductory class to the spring gardening season. There is no cost to attend the class but an RSVP by Wednesday, April 27th at noon is appreciated. The class will be held in the large hall at the Extension Office. The location is 503 Fairground Drive, Paulding, OH 45879.
Additionally, the MGVs wil host their annual plant sale, Friday, May 13 7:30 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 14, 8:00 a.m. noon (or when sold out) at the Paulding County Fairgrounds. The plant sale will offer perennials, succulents, annual flowers, vegetables, trees, shrubs, houseplants, herbs, and more. Come early for the best selection. The proceeds from the sale are invested in the community through projects and donations such as the benches for the Black Swamp Nature Center. Happy Gardening!
For more information, contact Sarah Noggle, Paulding County Extension Educator, Ag, and Natural Resources, at noggle.17@osu.edu. Individuals can also walk into the OSU Extension Office at 503 Fairground Drive, Paulding, or call 419-399-8225.
