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From plot to plate
Big ideas for little plots: Wildlife window box
Wildlife gardens don't have to be big – try packing in some food and shelter for garden wildlife in a winter window box with these ideas. Read more »
Trade secrets
Judith Conroy, from Garden Organic, gives her tips for growing, harvesting and using chicory in the kitchen this winter. Read more »
Step-by-step Make a homemade tunnel cloche
Cloches protect crops over winter and extend harvesting time, but ready-made tunnels can often be flimsy and small. So why not make a larger, sturdy version with some builder's yard basics… Read more »
Out & about: November
Your guide to events of interest this coming month Read more »
Big ideas for little plots: Herb spiral
Go vertical and take a leaf out of permaculture principles with a helter-skelter shaped raised bed for culinary cuttings. Read more »
Trade secrets
Like to make your own wine? October to March is a good time to plant a grapevine. RHS Wisley gardener Bernard Boardman shares his secrets for success. Read more »
Step-by-step Autumn peas and beans
Set your pulse racing for spring by sowing peas and beans for overwintering. Read more »
Out & about: October
Your guide to events of interest this coming month Read more »
Big ideas for little plots: Go nuts!
Imagine swapping the pre-packaged (and imported) nuts from the supermarket for your own homegrown supply? Here's three to try... Read more »
Trade secrets
Katherine Bone, senior gardener at the National Trust's Attingham Park in Shrewsbury, shares her secrets to harvesting herbs in autumn. Read more »


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Community Supported Art (CSA) Program
Over the last 20 years, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) has become a popular way for consumers to buy seasonal food directly from local farms. With the same buy-local spirit in mind, ASC is excited to offer our Community Supported Art (CSA) Program.
The CSA program is an exciting model of art support and distribution that supports artists in the creation and promotion of new work and establishes relationships with local collectors and patrons. Nine selected artists will each receive a commission to create 50 works of art for the program. Work from the nine selected artists will then be sold in the form of 50 "shares" to local art collectors and patrons. A "share" will consist of one piece from each of the nine artists and will be delivered in 3 monthly allocations featuring the locally produced works during the "season." Shares are distributed at three unique, exclusive events that will provide opportunities for artists and patrons to further connect.
One of the most important success criteria for the Community Supported Art program is in building lasting relationships between art producers and consumers. Since many members may have never seen and/or heard of CSA artists before, the events serve to build and deepen those relationships. It's one thing to buy a piece of art; it's another to meet artists at the pick-up site to ask questions, talk about their practice, or just say hello.
This local project is modeled on the successful CSA program in Minneapolis/St. Paul - created by mnartists.org and Springboard for the Arts - and is supported, in part, by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
Want to Participate as an Artist?
The Community Supported Art Program is open to visual and/or craft (clay, wood, fiber, glass, metal, natural products, mixed media) artists ages 18 and up working in either 2D or 3D and residing in the Charlotte Region including Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Rutherford, Union, or York (SC) counties during the application and the program season. The 50 pieces that are produced for the CSA may be 50 unique items, a series of prints or editions, hand-made items from an emerging product line, or anything else that is artistically produced from the fires within your soul. Given the nature of distribution, pieces should adhere to maximum dimensions of 12" x 12" x 12". Artists must also be able to deliver (or arrange delivery) of artwork to the Arts & Science Council offices or similar location in central Charlotte AND attend at least 2 of the 3 scheduled pickup events. NOTE: Previous Community Supported Art participants must wait two years before reapplying for the program.
Click here for complete application guidelines.
Click here to access the online application. You will need to register a username and password, navigate to Apply for Calls and search for Arts & Science Council: Spring 2015 Community Supported Art Program.
The deadline for artist submissions is Tuesday, November 25 by 11:59PM (MT).
Want to Buy a Share?
Shares for the Spring 2015 Season will be available in late January. We sold all 50 shares for the Fall 2014 season in record time so bookmark this page for complete information and onsale date coming soon!
When you sign up for a Community Supported Art share, you receive nine limited edition works of art from featured artists, plus admittance (with a guest!) to three private pick-up events/art parties where you'll have the opportunity to mix and mingle with the artists and other shareholders while collecting your freshly created artwork. Hosted at local arts and/or culinary venues, these exclusive events feature the SURPRISE of opening your share, food, creative interactive activities and entertainment. Art is limited edition for CSA only—rare and unique—unavailable elsewhere. This is what makes it, like an agricultural CSA, fresh and local.
Spring 2015 Pick-up Event Dates:
March 2015 - TBD
April 2015 - TBD
May 2015 - TBD
A special thank you to our in-kind sponsor Birdsong Brewing Company!


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Gerani Villa Rental Photos and Description
Perfect Retreat for a Private Villa Holiday yet Beaches and Tavernas are Nearby
Villa Ikaros, a delightfully private four-bedroomed villa with private pool, is located on the edge of the traditional village of Gerani where local life focuses around the traditional Kafenions and Tavernas. The villa offers a secluded and private setting with sensational sea views, nearby tavernas and sandy beaches.
On the ground floor there is: large lounge with fireplace, fully fitted kitchen, a dining area opening on to a veranda overlooking the pool, the garden and views towards the olive groves, mountains and the sea beyond. Also on the ground floor is the master double-bedroom and bathroom.
On the 1st floor are: three further bedrooms (2 twin and 1 double) and 2 bathrooms.
Local Support: • Our property is managed by a local company who are there to help you during your holiday.
• You will be provided with their 24h emergency number and (at your request) our local agent will come and visit you.
• We provide detailed driving instructions (with photos and GPS Location) to the property.
• Inside the property is an information book giving useful tips and advice to help you make the most of your holiday and the surrounding area.
- Suitability:
- children welcome
- suitable for elderly or infirm
- wheelchair accessible
Guestbook comments from the manager
Holiday Rating: Excellent
Recommend Property: Yes
Cleaner Rating: Excellent
Holiday Review:
We had a great time at the Villa Ikaros in Gerani. The house is exactly as descripted on the website and very clean and secluded.The staff was very friendly and helpful.The best beaches we found about 8km from the house in the direction of Chania.A well stuffed Supermarket was only 1km away.At least we can say that we would definitly recommend Agni Travel and the Villa to our friends.
Brochure/Web Description Comments:
Nothing to complain everythig is just like it is descripted on your website.
Maintenance/Car Hire etc:
Nothing all went very well.


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Brad Pitt Launches Body Wash with Kiehl's for JPF Eco Systems
Humina humina! As if it weren't enough to get close to Brad Pitt's lips, now he'd like to take a shower with you. Well, kind of. He's teaming up with Kiehl's to launch a new product, Kiehl's Aloe Vera Biodegradable Liquid Body Cleanser ($16.50). The body wash is free of parabens, sodium lauryl sulfate, and dyes — and it's packaged in 100% recycled plastic.
But here's the twist: Brad isn't appearing in any ads, and Kiehl's isn't making a bundle of cash from this deal. Instead, 100 percent of profits will go to JPF Eco Systems, a green charity that Brad created with Kiehl's. WWD estimates that more than $1 million will go to support various ecologically friendly projects, beginning with Make It Right, the post-Katrina charity that helps build green homes in New Orleans. Brad's hands are all over the project, including the label that features his own handwriting.
It's nice to know that Brad's thinking of all of us when we're naked in the shower, isn't it? And it's even better to know that when the cleanser comes out in October, we'll all be able to return the favor while doing good.
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More EEE found in Vt. mosquitoesAugust 20,2013
The Associated Press
WHITING — The Vermont Health Department says aerial spraying of a pesticide is planned in southern Addison County after Eastern equine encephalitis has been detected in more mosquitoes.
The spraying will take place Thursday and next Tuesday around a swampy area in Whiting, weather permitting.
Health Commissioner Harry Chen says spraying may reduce the risk of infection, but warns it's still important to take precautions against mosquito bites.
EEE was found for the first time in Vermont mosquitoes last year. Two people contracted the illness and later died. Mosquitoes have also tested positive for West Nile virus in Addison, Rutland and Franklin counties.
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