Monday, 7 April 2014
ASDA Cheque Presentation
Dig In were presented with a cheque for £50 last Saturday, following our success in the ASDA Community Life token awards scheme. Many thanks to ASDA Long Eaton and all those who supported us with tokens.
Make a Collage Workshop
Dig In volunteers demonstrated their artistic skills by creating collages in the first of Joyce Killowe's art and craft workshops at Dig In.
The Dig In polytunnel doubled as an indoor art studio and we all sampled some of Mary's tasty homemade Rhubarb cake during the break. A wonderful time was had by all.
The Dig In polytunnel doubled as an indoor art studio and we all sampled some of Mary's tasty homemade Rhubarb cake during the break. A wonderful time was had by all.
A Busy Week at Dig In!
Spring has really sprung for local children visiting Dig In last week. Stapleford and Draycott childminder groups, and Albany Infant and Nursery School got stuck into gardening, enjoyed pond-dipping, gardening crafts and a Spring Treasure Hunt in lovely spring sunshine.
Later in the week Albany Junior School’s School Parliament sent a deputation to taste rhubarb and rocket and to make flatbreads. Rhubarb got a thumbs-up though rocket did cause a few pulled faces... but they did give it a try!
Later in the week Albany Junior School’s School Parliament sent a deputation to taste rhubarb and rocket and to make flatbreads. Rhubarb got a thumbs-up though rocket did cause a few pulled faces... but they did give it a try!
Thanks to all for such a fun week!
Karen
Tuesday, 18 March 2014
Art & Craft Workshops 2014
Dig In will be running several art & craft workshops led by Nottingham artist Joyce Killowe. The sessions will take place at the community allotment on Saturdays and run from 10am until 1pm.
26th April - Willow & Fabric Weaving – creating flowers or insects.
24th May - Mosaics – decorate a container or make a mirror frame.
5th July - Lantern Making with recycled tin cans.
26th July - Floral & Herb Scented Arrangement - seasonal.
Dig In is located on Pasture Road, between the Man of Iron pub and Excel Vehicle Hire, NG9 8HZ
The site has toilet facilities.
• All materials and equipment are provided.
Please note that due to the materials and process used in the mosaics workshop, there is a minimum age restriction (8 years) for children and parental guidance is required.
Download Workshops flyer.
Monday, 17 March 2014
Gardening Workshops 2014
This year, Dig In will be running several gardening workshops led by qualified and experienced horticulturalist, Karen Fry. The sessions will take place at the community allotment on Saturdays and run from 10am until 12 noon.
The dates and topics are as follows, but due to anticipated demand, pre-booking is required.
22 March Soils – not just ‘dirt’!
Brush up on your skills and learn through practical activities in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Venue: Dig In Community Allotment, Stapleford, Notts.
Dig In is located on Pasture Road, between the Man of Iron pub and Excel Vehicle Hire, NG9 8HZ
• Dig In volunteers free of charge.
Contact Karen Fry to book a place:
Tel: 07943 700302
Email: enquiries@diginstapleford.org.uk
Download Workshops flyer
The dates and topics are as follows, but due to anticipated demand, pre-booking is required.
12 April Recycled Container Gardens – turn almost anything into a plant container.
10 May Compost – what to put in, how to look after it.
7 June Good Companions – companion planting and space-saving.
28 June Green Manures – growing plants to feed your garden.
2 Aug Wildlife in the Garden – our ‘Friends and Foes’.
16 Aug Growing through the Winter – beat the weather.
Dig In is located on Pasture Road, between the Man of Iron pub and Excel Vehicle Hire, NG9 8HZ
• The site has toilet facilities.
Cost per workshop: £5 waged, £3 unwaged (includes light refreshments).• Dig In volunteers free of charge.
Download Workshops flyer
School Visits - Spring and Summer 2014
We are pleased to announce that Dig In Community Allotment in Stapleford has funding to run free sessions for schools local to the Stapleford area during Spring and Summer term 2014.
The sessions are coordinated by an experienced environmental educator and can be tailored to all age groups.
Sessions available include:
• Pond-dipping
• Mini-beast hunting
• Garden explorations, sensory walks and treasure hunts
• Gardening
• Harvesting and tasting
The site includes a fenced pond with dipping platform, wildlife gardens, productive gardens, orchard, polytunnel and accessible compost toilet.
Dig In is located on Pasture Road, between the Man of Iron pub and Excel Vehicle Hire, NG9 8HZ
Contact Karen Fry to find out more:
Tel: 07943 700302
Alex's Marathon Cheque Presentation
Dig In volunteer, Roy (on the right in the photo) handed over a cheque for £1000, which had been raised and donated by his nephew, Alex Oldershaw. The presentation event took place in the Dig In polytunnel on March 12th, accompanied by some of Helen's homemade pumpkin soup and Mary's homemade fruit cake.
Alex raised the money through sponsorship of his participation in the Chicago Marathon in 2013. We are bowled over by his generosity!
The purchase of a park bench for the Dig In site will be first on the list, with the remainder being put to good use for repairs, equipment and materials for Dig In. On behalf of the Dig In management committee and volunteers, thank you again Alex, for your wonderful donation and support.
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