Category: Home & Garden

This month I decided to look beyond the borders of Shelburne to explore happenings on the environmental landscape.  What I found was pretty exciting–an event taking place that everyone can participate in, and feel good about! The Mad Marathon and 1% for the Planet are joining forces to host the first marathon dedicated to raising… Read More

Spring is here, which means it’s time to slip those green thumbs into some gardening gloves. And if you want to feel truly good about what you grow, consider upgrading your garden to be more planet-friendly. Here are some ideas to consider: Grow your own dinner Grow the vegetables, herbs, and flowers that you would… Read More

The Shelburne Charlotte Garden Club will meet Monday, April 1 at 9:30 am at the Pringle Herbarium, Torrey Hall, on the UVM campus. Participants will learn about the purpose and history of the Pringle Herbarium and the preservation of plants for the collection. All are welcome. For further information about this interesting program, please call Ann Mead at… Read More

The celebration of the Festival of Lights begins on Saturday, Dec. 8 at sundown. Officially the Hanukkah observance begins on the 25th day of the Hebrew month of Kislev, but the starting date on the secular calendar varies from year to year. The holiday celebrates the events that took place over 2,300 years ago in… Read More

A dream bathroom begins at Blodgett Bath Showplace. Blodgett’s qualified consultants help homeowners combine function with style when planning a bathroom remodel. According to Mary Skelton, showroom manager of Blodgett Bath Showplace, one piece of furniture or vanity can have an enormous impact in this important functional space. Skelton recommends that homeowners consider a 34.5-inch… Read More

(StatePoint) With winter approaching, many Americans miss a few small but crucial ways to prepare their homes for the colder season. “Some homeowners occasionally forget to or don’t realize they should winterize their homes,” says Leonard Kady, principal of Leonard Kady Architecture, Interiors & Planning and chair of the American Institute of Architects Small Projects… Read More

(StatePoint)  It’s time for raking leaves, pruning shrubbery, and other seasonal fall lawn care tasks. Never has the old adage “work smarter, not harder” been more apt than when tackling yard work and preparing lawns for next season. “After a long summer mowing lawns, many people lose enthusiasm for lawn care when fall hits,” says… Read More

(StatePoint) Whether it’s to help beautify their neighborhoods, foster a sense of community, or to grow their own vegetables and fruits, more Americans are starting local community gardens. According to the latest U.S. government statistics, more than 23 million Americans, including 6.5 million children, live more than a mile away from a supermarket. Whether your… Read More

(StatePoint) Now is the time to plan and decorate your home for fall. This autumn, consider trying your hand at do-it-yourself home projects that add seasonal warmth and color to the home — while creating fun for your whole family. “A great way to add excitement to seasonal décor for fall is with timely crafting… Read More

(StatePoint) Fall is the perfect time to complete home projects you put off during the dog days of summer. There are a number of basic changes you can do right now that are easy and inexpensive. Gear Up Before starting any home improvement process, make sure your toolbox is equipped with basic essentials: • A… Read More