Goings on this week in the southeastern PA area related to sustainability, plants, cheese making.
Behind the Scenes Greenhouse Tour: Wed., November 12, Mt. Cuba Center, 1 – 3 p.m, $10. Tour the nine greenhouses at Mt. Cuba Center. Learn about thier history, uses, and the many systems involved in greenhouse production. Examine the production “life cycle” from seed or vegetation propagation to a finished product, ready to plant inthe garden. Discover how light, temperature, humididty, and air are managed to produce healthy plants.
Let’s Make Soft Cheese: Wed., November 12, 6:30 – 9 p.m., Farm at Coventry, Pottstown, PA. Go through the simple processes of making a fresh cheese like Chevre’ or Fromage Blanc. Fresh cheeses are ready to eat within a day. After the basics are discussed and demonstrated, the class will roll freshly made cheese into fresh chopped herbs and toasted almonds. At the end of the class, partake of a variety of herbed cheeses and local breads. Informational handouts and resource list included. Packets of culture and prepared cheeses will be available for purchase from the instructor. The cost for this class is $50 and will include a copy of Ricki Carroll’s Book “Home Cheese Making” and one packet of culture of your choice.
Greening your Business: Sustainble Ideas for Every Company: Thur, November 13, The Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 7:30 – 11 a.m., free. SBN is partnering with the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce on this event. Find out what companies are doing to maintin a competitive edge in a greener economic environment. Join Philadelphia’s new director of sustainability Mark Alan Hughes and other experts to learn more about regional business trends, comparisons to other major regions, energy policies and partnerships, and positioning your business favorably in the new green economy. Pre-registration is required.
Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting: Sat, November 15, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., The Country Butcher, Kennett Square, PA. Same artisan cheeses, local wines and gelati di Capri. Free. Great ideas for casual and gourmet gatherings, wine and cheese pairings, fun with family and friends.
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