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2008 Special Events
Come relax and have some fun! Join us at Well-Sweep
Herb Farm in a presentation of informative lectures or courses where
you learn to create, step by step, your own lovely handcrafted decorations
or projects. Class prices include everything you’ll need to complete
the project, and no prior experience is necessary. Many of the courses
are hands-on; please dress accordingly. Please note: Reservations are
required for all classes. January 19, Saturday,
10:30 to 11:30 & February 16, Saturday,
10:00 to 12:00 Create your own hypertufa trough with that Old English look. We will combine cement with other ingredients so wear old clothes, bring rubber gloves and a face mask, and come have some fun. You will need to leave your garden trough with us to dry for a few days. Reservations required. $44.00. April 5, Saturday, 1:30 to 3:30 Topiary art-forms have long been an intriguing point of interest in herb gardens and homes everywhere. The design and sculpture of herbs into the creation of living art will highlight this entertaining and informative presentation. All aspects of topiary will be presented, including selection, support, care, pruning and maintenance. You will take home your own topiary start after planting and trimming it. No prior experience is necessary. Reservations required. $32.00. April 12, Saturday, 10:00 - 12:00 A spring project for lasting enjoyment. Come create a rustic container using grapevine, moss and soil. This outdoor circular piece, about 14", will then be planted with a selection of five fresh herbs. Bring gloves and clippers. Reservations required. $34.00. April 19, Sat., 11.00 - 12:00 Come listen to noted speaker and passionate fern lover - John Demarrais as he extols their virtues. President of the Delaware Wildlife and Fern Society, John's presentation will cover shade gardening with ferns as well as good companion plants. Reservations required. $9.00. May 16, Friday, 6:30 - 9:00
David Winston, renowned herbalist
and ethnobotanist, will present an educational walk to locate and identify
common medicinal herbs in their native habitat. Learn about the healing
properties of nature’s pharmacy, perhaps just beyond your own
doorstep. Following the walk, David will share a Cherokee Indian story
as we gather around a campfire. June 7, Saturday, 10:00 - 5:00
Welcome to Well-Sweep Herb Farm!
Enjoy a day of free informative lectures and tours of our spectacular
gardens. June 28, Saturday, 11:00 to 2:00 Well-Sweep’s 19th annual Midsummer Herb Festival celebrates ‘Calendula - Calendula officinalis’, the 2008 Herb of the Year. Enjoy a tasty luncheon prepared with this featured herb and many others. Come learn more about the many virtues of these popular plants. A lecture-tour through the garden will also be part of the day’s activities. Reservations required. $30.00. July 12, Saturday, 1:30 to 3:30 With lavender in full bloom, come and create two beautiful scented projects from this delightful flowering herb. You will make a fresh lavender, braided heart-shaped decoration and a tussy mussy, to take home. A lecture and tour will be part of this program. Enjoy a relaxing summer afternoon working with one of our favorites. Refreshments will be served. Reservations required. $30.00. August 2, Saturday, 12:00 to 2:30 Victorian lady, Lisa Lewis, will delight you with her authentic period wardrobe. Etiquette, values, and the life-style of this era will also be presented. A savory summer lunch will be served. Reservations required. $36.00. August 13, Wednesday, 1:30 - 3:30 Spend a relaxing afternoon creating decorative aromatic wreaths. Fresh herbs will be used to make two 10" projects. You’ll also learn how to decorate and dry them for lasting pleasure. Reservations required. $24.00. August 23, Saturday, 10:00 - 5:00
Our customers are what make Well-Sweep
Herb Farm successful. To show our thanks, we invite you to visit us
on this day and receive a 20% discount on all purchases. Free hamburgers,
hot dogs, soda, and dessert will be served from 11:30 to 3:00. August 30, Saturday, 1:30 - 3:30 With an abundance of herbs to choose from, you will learn how to make your own herb vinegars, oils and pesto. In this class we will make two oils, three vinegars and a pesto to take home. Light refreshments will be served. Reservations required. $34.00 September 13, Saturday, 1:00 to 3:00 Treat yourself to a relaxing afternoon discovering herb teas. Learn about growing and harvesting plants for teas and their distinct culinary attributes. Enjoy sampling various herb tea blends, then blend your own. You will take home two pint jars of tea. Refreshments will be served. Reservations required. $30.00. September 27, Saturday, 1:00 to 3:00 Learn how to make all natural, homemade soap. Various methods and ingredients will be covered. Choose from a varied selection of herbs, including: calendula, lavender, rose petals, rosemary and more, to create your own specialty soap. Wear old clothes. Reservations required. $29 October 11, Saturday, 6:00 to 9:00
Join us for our 8th annual fall
harvest gathering with distinguished guest, Abigail Adams - wife of
our 2nd president, John Adams. An intellectually open-minded woman for
her day, Abigail’s ideas on women’s rights and government
would eventually have a significant influence on the founding of the
United States. **************************************************************************** November 20, Thursday, 7:00 - 9:00 Create your own fresh 16" wreath using various types of pine and holly. These contrasting greens make an attractive display. Add decorative pine cones and a colorful bow if you wish. Please bring gloves and pruning shears. Reservations required. $32.00 November 28, Friday, 9:00 to 5:00 Welcome in the holidays at the farm featuring free tours and crafts, as well as complimentary hot mulled cider and cookies. Register to win a $35.00 Well-Sweep Gift Certificate. A unique selection of gifts and beautiful handcrafted fresh evergreen wreaths and arrangements highlight the season and decorate our Gift Shop – come visit! December 1, Monday, 7:00 - 9:00 See November 20th for description. December 2, Tuesday, 7:00 - 9:00 Attractive three-dimensional stars made of vine will provide a base to be used for this project. This base can be painted or used naturally, then decorated with dried flowers, pods, and a festive ribbon. You will take home a 6" and a 12" star. A great gift idea for anytime of the year! Reservations required. $34.00 December 5, Friday, 10:00 - 12:00 or
7:00 - 9:00 Create a festive tree with fresh boxwood and assorted winter greens: then decorate with pine cones, everlastings, fruit and ribbon. A wonderful project that will last for months. The completed height is approximately 15". Bring clippers and gloves. Reservations required. $35.00 December 6, Saturday, 10:00 - 12:00 A fun-filled class for all ages. Get in the holiday spirit by creating your own gingerbread house. Using real gingerbread, gum drops, kisses, red-hots, cereal, marshmallows and other treats, you will build your very own masterpiece. All materials will be supplied. Reservations required. $18.00 December 11, Thursday, 7:00 - 9:00December 13, Saturday, 10:00 - 12:00 Holiday Centerpiece Using holly and various types of pine, create a delightful centerpiece for your holiday table. We will add pine cones, berries, and finish with a candle and decorative bow. The approximate size is 14". Bring gloves & clippers. Reservations required. $35.00
January 10, Saturday, 1:00 to 2:00 Dispel the winter doldrums by joining Cyrus Hyde for an informative lecture-tour of his collection of herbs from around the world. This is a wonderful way to learn about rare and unusual, as well as familiar herbs. Reservations required. Free. January 19, Monday, 7:00 - 9:00 Using a wide selection of dried flowers, artemisia, salal leaves, and a 14" grapevine base, create a spectacular decorative piece for your home. This colorful wreath is sure to be enjoyed all year-round. Color schemed to your preference. Reservations required. $46.00 January 27, Tuesday, 7:00 to 9:00 Create a lovely lasting bouquet for your home. You will arrange dried flowers from a selection of colors and styles. An attractive pottery container will be used as a base. Approximate size of completed project will be 12" x 8". Reservations required. $36.00 February 7, Saturday, 1:00 - 3:00 A popular and fun class, you’ll use a woodland type basket to create a charming miniature fairy scene. Choose a fairy, then build a dwelling place using moss, twigs, bark, woodland creatures and other unusual items. Bring your imagination! Reservations required. $43.00 February 7, Saturday, 11:00 - 12:00 See January 10th for description. **************************************************************************** Herb Garden Tours
Farm lecture
tours are available for groups of 12 or more. Tour our impressive culinary,
medicinal, and formal herb gardens, and visit the gift shop and farm
animals. Lecture topics include the history, uses, and cultivation of
herbs, as well as herbal recipe suggestions. Tours may be tailored to
meet your group’s specific interests or chosen topics. Call For More Details - (908) 852-5390 Special events are held rain or shine and will not be canceled - (except in situations beyond our control). A check mailed to us will reserve your place. Refunds minus a $5.00 nonrefundable fee will be issued to those canceling at least 10 days prior to the event. Your canceled check is your confirmation. Would you like to hear about our latest farm sales, interesting herbs and perennials, as well as gardening tips and tricks - join our private e-letter list by contacting us at herbs@goes.com, please include your full mailing address.
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