February brings us the first signs of spring. Before you know it crocus, snowdrops, and hyacinths will be peeping out of those snow drifts. These cold winter months are an excellent time to plan your dream garden. Will you have edible flowers? Savory herbs? Designer vegetables in container gardens? Get some books out of the library, send off for some catalogs and take some classes. Get that garden underway!
Upcoming Classes!
February classes are sold out. My next public classes will be in April. Stay tuned.
Fun Things to Do!
Free Days - https://scfd.org/find-
Molly Brown House, Denver, Tuesday, February 6, 5-7pm
Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave, Lookout Mountain, Golden, Wednesday, February 7, 10am -5pm
Denver Zoo – Sunday, February 11, 10am -4pm
Denver Art Museum – Tue Feb 13, 10AM-9PM
Denver Botanic Gardens at York St. and Chatfield Farms – Thu Feb 15, 9AM-2PM
Denver Museum of Nature and Science - Sun Feb 25, 9AM-5PM
Clyfford Still Museum – Thu Feb 29, 10AM-5PM
Snow Goose Festival, Lamar, CO, February 2 – 4. Lots of outdoor activities, tours, talks, and exploring. https://
Steamboat Winter Carnival, February 7-11. Ski jumping, contests, ice sculptures, dance parties, and more at this annual even.
https://www.steamboatchamber.
Colorado Garden and Home Show, February 24 – March 3. The big guy downtown with gardens, demonstrations, and everything you need for home improvement. https://www.
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Candy Chang - Before I Die I Want To...
Herbs of the Month – Turmeric - Curcuma longa
Turmeric has been getting a lot of attention as a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. The ground root of turmeric produces a rich, golden orange spice most people have encountered in curries. I use it frequently in soups, stews, egg dishes, anything Asian or Mideastern, and as Golden Milk, one of my favorite after -dinner drinks.
Curcumin is the ingredient in turmeric which is responsible for its rich golden color. It has been used for centuries in Chinese and Ayuverdic medicine. It is now being studied for its effects on cancer, healthy cholesterol levels, liver and gallbladder health, and joint pain relief through anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.



