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Sustainability 101:Workshop Series

Produced by PCO • 8/12ADA/EOE/ADEA

TDD: (800t) 735-2989www.cityofdenton.com

All workshops are free to the public and will be held in the

Civic Center Community Room321 E. McKinney St. in Denton

from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Upcoming workshops:• September 20- Get Connected to Your City:

Social Media and Beyond

• October 18- Do-it-Yourself Tree Planting

• November 29- Community Gardens

To learn more, call (940) 349-8152

or visit www.sustainabledenton.com.

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Keep Denton Beautiful provides resources to many groups, schools and families through our grant and tree programs. This fall, we launch this new program, the KDB Garden Giveaway! Yours is one of 200 households selected to receive KDB “garden kits”.

K D B G A R D E N G I V E AWAY

kdb garden giveawaywelcome to the

Today, you will:• Attend a brief presentation about how to plant your garden.• Cross the street to Rivera Elementary to pick up your supplies.• Ask any questions you might have!

After the event, you should:• Plant your garden.• Care for it as instructed.• Consult your Giveaway Guide or give us

a call with your questions or concerns.• Share your pictures and

stories with us via mail, email or Facebook!

We will:• Provide you with a garden kit that includes a self-watering

container, soil, six vegetable plants, watering can and gardening gloves. This Guide contains information about your vegetables, garden care tips, community resources and healthy recipes.

• Answer any questions you might have!

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about keep denton beautiful

our visionTo be a catalyst for positive change by providing opportunities, resources, education, and support to residents and businesses to enhance the community.

Adopt-a-Spot- Adopt a 1/2 mile segment of your neighborhood to keep clean and beautiful.Tree GiveAway- Pre-register to receive a free tree!Neighborhood Beautification Grant Program- Earn money for a neighborhood improvement project.

NeighborWoods- Apply to receive free trees for your neighborhood.Great American Cleanup- Participate in a citywide cleanup event! This is a great volunteer opportunity for the whole family!

KDB programming is sponsored by:

other kdb programs

our missionTo inspire

individuals to take greater

responsibility for creating a clean and

beautiful city through litter prevention,

reduction of waste, and community

beautification.

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plant my garden?how do I...

F E RT I L I Z E R T R E N C H

Step-by-stepStep 1: Moisten your bag of soil with few cups of water. Step 2: Set up your Earthbox according to the directionsStep 3: Look at the planting diagram above. Step 4: Look at the size of the container the vegetable transplant is in. Dig a hole a little bit bigger than that. Take the vegetable out of the plastic container and place it in the hole. Make sure the plant is at the same soil level in the new hole as it was in the container. Fill the remaining space around the plant with soil.Patthesoilaroundtheplantfirmlytoeliminateanyairpocketsaroundtheroots. Step 5: Plant your beans: plant seed 1 inch deep, planting a small row of beans with each bean 3” apart. Lightly water.Step 6: Fill the Earthbox water reservoir Step 7: Water regularly.

Congratuations! You’re a gardener!

Note: You do not need to add dolomite separately because it is part of the soil provided. You will need to add fertilizeras directed.

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know about my garden?what else should I...

Location, location, locationMost vegetables grow best with six to eight hours of full sun, with 8 hours being best. Place your garden in a location where it gets at least 6 hours of sun and isn’t very windy.

MaintenanceThe best gardening tool is you. Check your garden everyday. You may not water everyday, but you’ll be checking the soil moisture, monitoring vegetables for harvesting, and on the lookout for any pests or diseases. See Community Resources section if you encounter something you need help with.

H2OCheck the water level frequently to make sure there is always water in the reservoir.Aneasywaytotestisjusttostickyourfingerinthesoil;ifitfeelsmoist, it’s good. Generally, you will water your garden every third day. That does depend on the vegetables you have planted (each has different water needs) and the location you have selected (amount of sun and wind).

My bad!What if everything goes wrong? Between pets, disease and bad weather, sometimes it just doesn’t work out! We like to think you aren’t a real gardener until you’ve killed a plant a time or two. Just try again. Be patient. Often it seems nothing’s happening and then all of a sudden, it looks like broccoli- the greenest most beautiful broccoli you’ve ever seen. And you grew it!

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Sure you can! Here are some tips for a winter garden.garden in the winter?can I...

1. Want to extend your growing season? Most vegetables don’t like frosts. InDentonthefirstfrostsgenerallystartmid-November.Ifyouhearafrost warning (freezing temperatures) in the weather report, cover your plants overnight with an old sheet or purchase a frost cloth from a garden center. You can also pull your plants inside or into your garage.

2.There are warm season and cool season crops. Warm season plants prefer the heat and will suffer in a freeze. Most established cool season crops only need protection if there is a hard freeze, or temperatures are below freezing for more than one day. Follow the same steps above for frosts.

Want to plant something new? Look at the Fall and Spring Planting Dates. Remember it takes extra time if you start from seed, or you can buy a vegetable transplant from a garden center.

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4.Done for the season? Any water left in your Earthbox could expand as it freezes and crack your EarthBox garden. Earthbox recommends removing the mulch cover, removing old plants and fertilizer, adding a new mulch cover,andtippingtheboxtowardstheoverflowholeonthesidesoitcandrain.

three.What are warm season and cool season crops, you ask? Warm season plants include squash, peppers, tomatoes, eggplant, and okra. If you’re looking for something to plantwhenit’scool,trybeets,broccoli,onions,turnips,carrots,cauliflower,Brusselssprouts, peas, or spinach.

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ARE YOU IN NEED OF FOOD?

The Salvation Army hasEmergency Food Assistance

Wednesdays and Fridays from 1 to 4 p.m.

You will need:• Current government or state-issued

picture I.D.• Proof of current address/lease• Proof of all income• Awardletters(i.e.Medicaid,food

stamps,housing,SocialSecurity,peni-sons,etc.)

• Birthcertificatesforallminors• Utilitybills• Schoolreportcards

• Proof all expenses

You can get food once every 30 days

Formoreinformation, please call 940-566-3800

Garden Giveaway plants supplied by:Dennis’ Farm Store

320 Bell PlaceDenton, TX

(940) 382- 1235

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Community Tree GiveawaySaturday, October 27

Save the Date

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Did you know that KDB also gives away free trees?

All you have to do is sign up online on or after September 21st! You must be pre-registered and a City of Denton resident to receive a tree. Call (940) 349-8737 or visit our website for more information.

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beansHarvestPick beans when they are about pencil sizeandfirm.Careful, bean stems can be fragile. Keep your plants picked and they’ll keep producing until it gets cold. Green beans are very productive!

StoreYou can refrigerate your green beans in a plastic bag for three or four days.

CookBraiseMicrowave RawRoast SautéSteam

Oven-Fried Green Beans

Ingredients: For green beans:1 lb green beans, end trimmed1 egg2 tbsp milkItalian seasoned panko (or bread) crumbsCooking spraySea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to tasteFor dipping sauce:2 tbsp mayonnaise2 tsp soy sauce1 clove of garlic, minced

Preparation:For the sauce: Stir all the ingredients together and set aside. For the beans: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Combine the egg and milk together in one bowl and put the panko or bread crumbs in another bowl. Dip a few green beans into the egg mixture then into the crumbs, so they are coated. Put the green beans on a greased baking sheet and repeat until all of the green beans are coated. Spray the green beans with cooking spray then season them up with salt and pepper, to taste. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately with the dipping sauce.

Submitted by:I probably shouldn’t say it, but green beans are pretty much the only vegetable I like. But I know how to make them a bunch of different ways- so it’s all good! These are my fancy green beans. For everyday, I also like to throw them in a pan with potatoes, carrots, onions, sausage and a little oil and roast them for an easy dinner.

Reggie G.KDB Supporter

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broccoliHarvestHarvest when head is not growing any larger and buds are still dark green and tight (before buds open or color starts to fade or turn yellow). Cut the head off cleanly leaving a stump--most varieties of broccoli will then produce smaller side shoots that can also be harvested. Best if after firstfrost.

StoreKeep your unwashed broccoli in an open plastic bag in the refrigerator. From your garden, it will last up to 10 days.

CookMicrowave RoastSautéSteam

Steamed Seasoned Broccoli

Ingredients: 1 head of broccoliSalt, pepper, and garlic salt to taste

Preparation:If you are used to cooking with canned vegetables, using a steamer may be unfamiliar to you. Steamed fresh vegetables retain more of their nutrients and taste better

than boiled vegetables. Steaming requires the vegetables to sit above the water in your pan. You can purchase a simple steaming tray at a grocery store for around $5 that willfitintomostpotsandpans(seepicture to left).

Washbroccoliandcutthebroccoliflowersoffofthestalk.Cutthebroccoliflowersintobite-sizepiecesanddiscardthestalk.Placebroccoliflowersinyoursteamertray,andfillyourpanwithabout1”ofwater.Placesteamertrayinyour pan, bring water to a boil, cover the pan, and steam for 12-15 minutes, to desired softness. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic salt to taste.

Submitted by:My Mom makes this broccoli recipe for me, and it’s my favorite vegetable. I used to hate broccoli until she started cooking it this way. It’s yummy, and it will be the greenest and freshest broccoli you’ll ever see!

Gracie D., Age 7KDB Volunteer

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brussel sproutsHarvestThe sprouts will grow to be 1 inch in diameter. Cut sprouts off stem when theyfeelfirmand are bright green, and before leaves start to yellow, starting with the lower-most sprouts. Also remove a few leaves where the sprouts were. Will taste best if harvested afterfirstfrost. New sprouts will form higher up on the plant stem.

StoreEat fresh Brussels sprouts quickly! They only keep for a few days. Or you can blanch and freeze them.

CookBraiseMicrowaveRoastSauté Steam

Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 1 pound Brussels sprouts2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oilSalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoons grated par-mesan cheese

Preparation:Preheat oven to 400°F. Trim the stem ends of the Brussels sprouts and pull off any yellow outer leaves. Cut each sprout in half, lengthwise, then toss in a large bowl with oil, salt and pepper.

Transfer sprouts to a rimmed baking sheet and roast, stirring once or twice, until deep golden brown, crisp outside and tender inside, 30 to 35 minutes. The leaves that are loose will be especially brown and crispy. Transfer sprouts to a serving bowl, scatter parmesan over the top and serve.

Submitted by:Many people turn up their nose at the idea of eating Brussels sprouts, maybe because they were served bland, bitter boiled sprouts as a child. As a busy working mom with two young kids, this recipe is great because it’s easy to make, quick, nutritious, yummy, and my kids love it! Even if you think you don’t like Brussels sprouts, give this one a try. You might be surprised!

Aimee B.KDB Program Manager

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cabbageHarvestPress on cabbage- if itfeelsfirmand it looks full-size, cut the head off at the soil. Like broccoli, often smaller heads will form again- less than half the size ofthefirsthead. When theyfeelfirm,harvest! Will taste best if harvested afterfirstfrost.

StorePut the whole head in a plastic bag in the crisper of your refriger-ator. Cabbage will keep for about 2 weeks. Or cover a partial head with plastic wrap. It will last for a few days refrigerated.

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Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Fresh Cilantro- Cabbage SlawIngredients: For Slaw:1/3 small head of cabbage, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)1 cup fresh cilantro leaves3 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or white vinegar)2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon sugarSalt and pepperFor Pulled Pork:1 whole pork tenderloinJuice of 1 lime¼ cup olive oil1 tablespoon chili powder1 small onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons brown sugarSalt and pepper

Preparation:For Slaw: Combine all ingredients in a medium sized bowl, toss together and top with black pepper. For Pulled Pork: Combine all ingredients in a plastic Ziploc bag. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to marinate. Heat the oven to 500º F. Cook the tenderloin on a baking sheet or roasting pan for approximately 45 minutes to an hour (internal temperature should be at 150º). Transfer to a platter and let rest until cooled. Cut pork into thin slices, then shred with two forks. Serve on crusty rolls with the cabbage-cilantro slaw, fresh tomatoes and a little mayo. Add some spicy Sriracha sauce for a kick!

Submitted by:I am not normally a fan of cole slaw, but I love this recipe! It’s a quick, tangy twist on your typical slaw. Add shredded carrots for some extra veggies, and use to top pulled pork sandwiches, tacos made with ground beef or turkey…even salads. It will keep in the fridge for several days. Enjoy!

Lauren B.KDB Volunteer Coordinator

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cauliflowerHarvestHarvest one week after head stops growing any larger. The “head” should feel tight. Harvest before buds start to open.

StoreLoosely wrap and keep in your refrigerator. This should last up to two weeks.

CookBraiseMicrowave RawRoast Steam

Faked baked potato soupIngredients: 2 russet potatoes, washed and dried 1 small head of cauliflower,stem removed cut into florets1 1/2 cups fat free chicken broth 1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup light sour cream Shredded cheddar cheese, chives, and cooked baconSalt and pepper

Preparation:Bake potatoes. (Or to save time, pierce them with a fork and microwave for 6 minutes until tender!) Let them cool and thenpeel.Atthesametime,steamyourcaulifloweruntiltender. Drain it and return it to pot. Next, add chicken broth, milk, and potatoes and bring to a boil. Use a potato masher toblendthepotatoesandcauliflower.Addsourcream,thechives, salt and pepper and cook on low another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Top with cheese and serve!

Submitted by:My husband and son don’t really like vegetables, so I hide them in recipes like this. I also fake them out with lasagna with mushrooms and enchiladas with black beans. Hope you like it!

Alicia H.KDB Volunteer

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collard greensHarvestCut off a few outside leaves when they are 10-12 inches tall. Leave the inner leaves and your plant will keep producing until it freezes. Will taste best if harvested afterfirstfrost.

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I’m a new gardener, too! This year, we grew collard greens, spinach, okra and tomatoes. I’ve never eaten so many greens in my life! After a while, we knew we had to figure out a different way to cook them. I found this recipe and I love it. I actually make it with a little wine in place of some of the chicken broth and serve it with my sister’s famous honey cornbread!

Jannibah C.KDB Community Outreach Coordinator

Collard green and white bean soupIngredients: 1 cup yellow onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, chopped3cupsfinelyshreddedcollard greens 1 cup cherry tomatoes2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped1 (32-ounce) carton chicken broth 1 (15.5-ounce) can white beans, rinsed and drained OilSalt and pepper

Preparation:Saute your onions and garlic in the olive oil. Add the chicken broth and throw in your greens, tomatoes and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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community resourcesWant to learn more or have a question about something in your garden? Check out one of these great resources!

Denton County Master Gardener Associationhttp://dcmga.com/north-texas-gardening/vegetable-gardening/Help Desk hotline: (940) 349-2892Email: master.gardener@dentoncounty.com Texas A&M AgriLIFE Extension Vegetable Resourceshttp://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/vegetable/ City of Denton LibrariesAll three of our local libraries are FULL of great gardening books, and cookbooks if you need ideas for how to enjoy your homegrown veggies.

EarthBox Gardening Resources http://www.earthbox.comEarthBox has a user forum, videos, newsletters, and tips for how to get the most out of your earthbox garden.

Need new plants or seeds? Visit one of these local vendors:• Calloway’s (1601 Dallas Drive)• Dennis’ Farm Store (320 Bell Place)• Four Seasons Nursery (3333 E University Drive)• Also, try Home Depot, Lowe’s or Walmart.

Want more produce? Visit one of these local vendors:• Cupboard Natural Foods (200 West Congress Street)• Dan’s Meat and Produce (2736 North Elm Street)• Ken’s Produce (410 N Bell Ave)

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For more information, contact

This event brought to youin part by:

Lowe’s Home Improvementand

Keep America Beautiful

Also, special thanks to:Our lunch sponsor, Palio’s Pizza Cafe

(1716 S Loop 288 in Denton)

For Immediate Release June 27, 2012

Contacts: Keep Denton Beautiful Jannibah Coleman 940-349-8711 jannibah@kdb.org

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. Stacey Lentz 704-758-2173 stacey.c.lentz@lowes.com

Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation Awards $5,000 to Keep Denton Beautiful

Donation to support grant program for local community improvement project Denton, TX – Keep Denton Beautiful (KDB) and the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation (LCEF) today announced a major gift in support of KDB’s goal of engaging individuals in local community improvement and environmental projects. The Lowe’s/Keep America Beautiful Community Improvement Grant of $5,000 is one of 120 merit-based grants awarded nationally to support grassroots community improvement projects ranging from community gardens and tree plantings to litter and debris cleanups, recycling programs, park and playground restorations and beautification efforts. This grant will provide funding for the newest KDB initiative, the Garden Giveaway Program (GGP). KDB will select 250 participants on the basis of need to receive a free “garden kit”. The kit will include a self-watering container; soil; 8-10 fruit, vegetable plants and herb plants; a watering can; gardening gloves; a recipe book; and planting instructions. Participants will be educated about the environmental, health and socioeconomic benefits of gardening and provided with the resources to be knowledgeable and successful. “I am proud that KDB is offering a program that will not only continue to ‘green’ our community with gardens, but will also help families and people with lower incomes, as well as college students, to have ready access to nutritious foods. I’m hoping that this may be the start of a new generation of urban gardeners in Denton,” said Lancine Bentley, KDB Board President.

The event will be held September 8, 2012. Applications will be available in July. Visit www.kdb.org for updates or contact outreach@kdb.org for more information or to apply.