Date: April 7, 2015 Contact: Kelly M. Campbell For Immediate

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Date: April 7, 2015
For Immediate Release
Contact: Kelly M. Campbell
Title: 4-H Resource Educator
Cornell University Cooperative Extension of Broome County Presents:
4-H Junior Master Gardeners
April 23, 2015
6:30 p.m.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County
Broome County 4-H is excited to announce the Junior Master Gardner Program! CCE-BC Master Gardner
Craig Mannix will engage children in a novel, “hands-on” group and individual learning experiences that promote a
love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the environment, and cultivate the mind. Topics will included: Plant
Growth/Development, Soil & Water, Ecology & Environment, Insects & Disease, and Plant Varieties (fruits,
vegetables, & herbs).
Join us April 23rd from 6:30-7:30pm as we kick-off this new program. Enjoy a tour of the Cutler Botanic
Garden, discover the Junior Master Gardner plot, explore Compost Creatures- nature’s recyclers, and find out if the
JMG Program is for you! Youth must be at least 8 years old to participate and must be accompanied by a parent or
guardian.
To register or for more information please contact Craig Mannix at [email protected] or (607)655-1259.
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