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Why, what's the matter, That you have such a February face, So full of frost, of storm and cloudiness?

If you want to feed the birds, start by feeding the caterpillars! Most songbirds will not thrive or choose to nest in habitats devoid of caterpillars. The plants best suited to support a diversity of caterpillars are native plants, but not just any natives.

Geraniums have been valued in Fresno landscapes for decades owing to their beautiful flowers, lush foliage, and ease of growth. Less common are gardens with geraniums selected and grown for their distinctive scents and flavors.

US safety net programs provide aid to low-income households through cash and in-kind assistance, such as food and healthcare benefits.

We gardeners love our gardens for more than just their visual beauty. Gardening provides opportunity to engage with nature, creativity, and purpose. It connects us to the seasons, to the scheme of generation, to time. We cherish the fruits they bear, the bouquets they offer, and still so much more.

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Hello 4-Her's The San Benito Heritage Hog application is here. This is a great opportunity for youth to raise a hog in a leadership role. See attached applications. April England, President 790 Quail Hollow Dr.

Hello 4-Her's The San Benito Heritage Hog application is here. This is a great opportunity for youth to raise a hog in a leadership role. See attached applications. April England, President 790 Quail Hollow Dr.

The CalFresh Healthy Living, UCCE (CFHL,UCCE) program works with low-income schools, communities, and youth serving organizations in northern Santa Barbara County to provide nutrition education, food security, physical activity, and positive youth development programming.

It's April and there are many community events to check out this month! In this issue, look for details on: Three local Garden Tours: Madera Master Gardeners (this Sat, April 13), Merced (Wed, April 17), and Le Grand (Wed, April 24).