First Fridays at the Farm – August 1

Upper Midwest Summer Wildflowers – A Coloring Book

Guest host and author Lisa Yourell of Sparta, Wisconsin will be sharing the latest in her series of hand drawn coloring books, “Native Wildflowers and the Creatures Who Depend on Them.” Lisa’s work was recently featured in the Monroe County Herald (article and photo by JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ MORAN):

Lisa Yourell has written, illustrated, and micro published this timely piece as a fun and beautiful way to learn more about the wonderful and fascinating wild things we can find right here in our yards and parks. While coloring the book, Lisa hopes that a deeper understanding of vital native plants, pollinators, and other wildlife will become widespread, as it becomes increasingly critical (and popular!) to add native plants back into our landscapes, whether it’s a container, a section of our yards, or even a rethinking of our lawns- with pollinator friendly, no mow options becoming easier than ever to accomplish.

Bring your copy of the book (or purchase one at our event for $20) and any favorite coloring supplies (or use the pencils & markers provided). We’ll spend some time indoors and then take a walk in the prairie restoration field, weather permitting. Plus, Lisa will have packets of Black-eyed Susans and Prairie Moon Nursery seed catalogs to send home with you!

On the first Friday of each month, join me from 4 – 6 PM at the farm and try something new! Pre-registration is required.

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Your investment of $10 per adult helps to cover the cost of supplies and drinks. Children under 18 are FREE! Address will be shared with you after registration.

Accessibility: There are three steps with railing into the house, then all activities are on one level, with the option to go outside. There are two friendly dog. Let me know if you’d like them to be kept away from the gathering during your time here.

Give yourself an hour or two of creativity, rest, self-reflection and fun! And bring your journal, just in case.