5K Slush Run Results

Great turnout at the Slush run today! 43 runners and walkers competed in a light drizzle. Adam Rowe of Ripley, NY won overall. Kelly Hilling of Erie, PA took female overall. For complete results go to : http://www.bigwhitetrailer.com/timing/results_2012/20120324SlushRun.php

Many thanks to everyone who participated despite the drizzle, and also to our volunteers who helped stage the event. And a special thanks to our sponsors:

2012 5K Slush Run/Walk

Come and join North East in Bloom for a 5K walk/run on March 24, 2012 at 10:00am in downtown North East. The race will start at the northwest corner of Gibson Park at Gibson and Park Streets.

America in Bloom 2011 Evaluation

America in Bloom logo

We received this year's evaluation from America in Bloom: North East in Bloom 2011 Evaluation

Erie Area Open Days - Saturday & Sunday, June 4 &5, 2011

Visit 8 of the Best Private Gardens in the Erie, PA Area Saturday & Sunday, June 4 &5, 2011, 10am to 4pm

Community Gardens Resources

  • NPG Handbook: Nickel Plate Gardens Garden Operations Handbook
  • Parks Council Report: Greening: Growing Community Parks and Educational Gardens Two Programs that Foster Community Change in New York City

What's Right with My Garden - April 13, 7:30pm

Mercyhurst North East Cultural Series presents
What's Right with My Garden
Brett Maloney, Wednesday, April 13, 7:30 pm, Alex Theatre

Have you spent lots of time and money on your garden without success? Find out what you may be doing wrong (or right) with Brett Maloney, a local landscape artist and owner of Brett Maloney Landscapes, LLC. Drawing from his 35 years of experience in horticulture and landscape design, Maloney will reveal his secrets to a lush and beautiful garden.

Carruth Studio Fundraiser

Support North East in Bloom by purchasing from our Carruth Studio statuary catalog. Proceeds support North East In Bloom projects in North East borough and township. At our request, Carruth has graciously added two special items for our sale: #1169 Sour Grapes and #1174 Brad & Cherrie Pit. Please see a North East In Bloom member or contact us to order.

Spring Thaw Bulb Sale

Lillium Oriental 'Stargazer'

Support North East In Bloom projects by participating in our Spring Thaw Bulb Sale. Choose between 4 Asiatic and 3 Oriental lily varieties. Sale ends March 7th and quantities are limited, so order soon. Please see a North East in Bloom member or contact us to order.

Click here for the order form.

Thanks to Newara's Liberty Greenhouse for supplying the bulbs!

About North East in Bloom

North East in Bloom promotes beautification, environmental sustainability, economic development, and community involvement throughout the North East Borough and Township. Our organization encourages education, the use of plants, trees, and other environmental enhancements, responsible stewardship of environmental resources, and collaborative endeavors to accomplish these goals.

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