Upcoming Events
March 2019
Kombucha Tea: Home Brew
CLASS IS FULL: Please email us at smartfarms2@gmail.com to be put on a waiting list. Kombucha is a fermented tea that people have been making for thousands of years. In this class you will learn about kombucha and the basics to start brewing it at home. Get a taste of first and second ferment kombucha. Starter kit available (optional $25). As a kombucha drinker…Tamara’s Kombucha is the best I have tasted! Class will be administered by: Tamara Class will be…
Find out more »April 2019
Spring Clean Up Saturdays in April
Come join us prepare the farm for planting. This is a crucial time. We need your help!! Volunteers are needed every Saturday between 10:00am and 12:00pm in April. (weather permitting)
Find out more »Kids Can Cook
Are your kids always rummaging through the fridge and cupboards looking for snacks? Problem solved, join in for an hour of fun creating healthy snacks and smoothies that your kids can make on their own. Class will be administered by: Jolie Davis of RAW Inc. Class will be held at The Smart Farm Learning Center 490 W IL 22 Lake Barrington, IL 60010 ***GPS is incorrect: We are located west of the Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital and east of Kelsey…
Find out more »May 2019
Organic Vegetable Plant Sale – May 11th, 2019
Locally grown, Organically grown Vegetable plants for sale. Come early as our supplies are limited. Spread the word!!! PLEASE NOTE: GOOGLE MAPS MAY NOT GET YOU DIRECTLY HERE Directions: We are just west of Good Shepherd Hospital on Hwy 22. We are the only White House on the north side of the street just east of Kelsey Rd in Barrington.
Find out more »Composting Made Easy
Composting is easy if you understand the process. Come join Mindful Waste and learn the difference between Vermiculture and Hot Compost. Learn why composting is important and how you can easily do it at home! You will leave this class with the skills to compost of vermicompost at home. Class will be administered by: Jennifer Kainz and Renee Blue Class will be held at The Smart Farm Learning Center 490 W IL 22 Lake Barrington, IL 60010 ***GPS is incorrect:…
Find out more »Organic Vegetable Plant Sale – May 18th, 2019
Locally grown, Organically grown Vegetable plants for sale. Come early as our supplies are limited. Spread the word!!! PLEASE NOTE: GOOGLE MAPS MAY NOT GET YOU DIRECTLY HERE Directions: We are just west of Good Shepherd Hospital on Hwy 22. We are the only White House on the north side of the street just east of Kelsey Rd in Barrington.
Find out more »June 2019
Organic Pest Management
Organic pest controls: bugs happen in every garden and there are ways to control them without using harmful chemicals on your food. We will show you a few of our favorites that are easy to use and are sold in local stores or the recipes to create your own. Class will be administered by: Emily Zack Class will be held at The Smart Farm Learning Center 490 W IL 22 Lake Barrington, IL 60010 ***GPS is incorrect: We are located…
Find out more »August 2019
Totally Tomatoes
Tomato: tomatoes are easy to grow but using a few tricks they can be even more prolific! We will discuss pruning, trellising plus pest and disease control. We will also talk about how to choose the best variety for your garden. Nothing is better then a homegrown tomato! Class will be administered by: Emily Zack Class will be held at The Smart Farm Learning Center 490 W IL 22 Lake Barrington, IL 60010 ***GPS is incorrect: We are located west…
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