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Small Space Gardening Talk with Bracco Farms – Watch Now

Posted on by Kristyn Friedlich

Originally presented Saturday, April 23, 2022 @ 3:00pm via Zoom

Presenter: Anthony Bracco, owner and operator of Bracco Farms

Have you ever wanted to start gardening, but thought your space was too small? Farmer Anthony Bracco of Bracco Farms will teach you to grow your own food on your terrace, patio or deck! He will share information on how to source your seeds, plan and prep your small space and use the right growing methods to ensure your garden flourishes. 

About our presenter: Anthony Bracco owns and operates Bracco Farms, a small family farm in the black dirt region of Pine Island, NY. He uses sustainable farming techniques to grow clean, pure produce that is a favorite among chefs. During the coronavirus pandemic, Anthony also began teaching others about self sufficiency via gardening as issues of food safety, food security and supply chain became an important priority for the general public. Anthony lives with his family in Cedar Grove, NJ.

This program is part of Hopewell Valley’s Green Week events.

 

History of the Graphic Novel– More Than Superheroes and Spandex – Recording Available!

Posted on by Kristyn Friedlich

SUNDAY, MARCH 6, 2022 @ 3:00PM via ZOOM
Presenter: Sharon Adarlo

Graphic novels are not just about superheroes, and they are not just for comic book geeks! Over the years, this art form has matured from men in tights to a wide range of subjects, including first-person memoir graphic novels and compelling journalism that shines a light on once hidden subjects. 

We will explore the graphic novel in its many different forms, from the typical superhero comics that we all know and love to the experimental. We will also discuss zines, as they are a very similar product.

About the Presenter
Sharon Adarlo is a writer, artist, illustrator and maker. She has studied at UVA, New York Academy of Art, School of Visual Arts and Grande Central Atelier. She is an accomplished artist, whose style ranges from cartoonish to traditional, classical art. She is keenly interested in how we can meld together art and writing into compelling storytelling. From this interest, she is currently collaborating on a webcomic about immigration, in addition to a solo project of a graphic novel. In another lifetime, she was a breaking news and crime reporter, covering everything from crime all over the New York City metro area to SuperFund sites and dognappings in New Jersey.

This program is part of the 2022 Big Read, which encourages the Pennington community to read the same book and participate in a wide variety of events. The Best We Could Do is an intimate and poignant graphic novel portraying one family’s journey from war-torn Vietnam. NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. Please visit PenningtonLibrary.org/2022BigRead for a full calendar of events and more information.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.