Spring and summer are a busy time for REAL, and we are still narrowing down the dates.  But here are some of the early in the season happenings to watch for.

SFDCI Parents Night – REAL will be at the school Thurs. March 20 from 4:15 to 6:30 to talk with parents about what REAL offers the community.

Pitch In Smiths Falls/ Shoreline Cleanup – is scheduled for Sat. Apr. 19 to Sat. May 3,  winding up with a Shoreline Cleanup Sat. May 3.

There may be a couple of Community Garden plots available, $25 for the season.  So let us know soon if you would like one!

Sustainable North Grenville’s Annual Eco Fair – this is set for Sunday, April 27 in Kemptville.  REAL’s Registered Energy Assessor, Alan Leonard, with be there and we will be talking about Mini Forests.

Rain Barrel and Native Plant Sale – tentative date is Sat. June 7.  We still have some rain barrels from last year if you are anxious to get started, and there are seeds collected from REAL’s gardens available at the REAL Deal, also.

And here are some other local events, not organized by REAL, that your might be interested in.

The Rideau  Roundtable Eco-Literacy program is being launched March Break with workshops “Take Your Best Shot – Easy Tips to Improve Your Smartphone Photographs” for children ages 6 – 12.  Every day is at a different library.

Mushroom Compost Sale – Trinity United Church will be back selling mushroom compost by the bag starting Saturday, May 10 from the REAL Deal parking lot.

Rideau Paddlefest – is set for Sat. June 7 at Lower Reach Park.  Watch the Rideau Roundtable’s Facebook page for details.