All seven locations will offer seasonal family fun, garden workshops
Courtesy Green Acres Nursery & Supply
With the recent hot weather, it can seem like it’s still summer. But the calendar says it’s fall – and Halloween is only about a month away.
Which means it’s time for pumpkins!
Forget the spice; go for the gourds. And you’ll find prized pumpkins in abundance at Green Acres’ giant “Pumpkin Party.” From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, the seven Green Acres locations will celebrate all things pumpkin. Admission and parking are free.
“Come and join the festivities as we welcome the arrival of Autumn, Saturday, September 28 at all of our locations,” say the hosts. “This free, family-fun event is our way of expressing gratitude to our amazing community of customers and sharing fall planting inspiration. A perfect event for the whole family!”
The event officially opens Green Acres’ annual pumpkin patches, featuring several varieties of the seasonal squash. But these pumpkins aren’t just for carving.
Take home a fun pumpkin centerpiece, too. The festivities feature two garden-oriented workshops (for a small fee to cover materials):
Build a Succulent Gourd ($10) – Turn a gourd into a living centerpiece with succulents.
Create a Floral-Decorated Pumpkin ($7.50) – Use dried flowers and leaves with soft moss to decorate a mini pumpkin.
Event details vary a little from location to location. Enjoy fresh popcorn and cider while the kids paint pumpkins or play pumpkin games.
Green Acres Nursery & Supply is located in Sacramento, Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin and Roseville.
For full details and directions: https://idiggreenacres.com/pages/pumpkin-party-2024.
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