Seedy Sunday is a remarkable phenomenon that continues to catch on across Canada. Gardeners, seed savers, seed vendors, local food producers, organic practitioners and environmental groups come together in a venue where they can learn from one another, exchange ideas and seeds, and purchase seeds and plants in a fun social setting. It’s a day to educate, learn and promote local food, more sustainable methods of growing and the preservation and use of heirloom, organic and open-pollinated seeds.

Please remember to bring any of your own seeds, cuttings, plants or gardening treasures to exchange at the Swap Table! If you forget to bring something to swap, you can give a donation for the item of your choice. Check back throughout the day for new delights!

Presentations during the day are free. Presenters and exhibitors have a wealth of knowledge to share and welcome all your questions!

Food and refreshments will be available. A Local Lunch prepared by the Fellowes Culinary Arts students will be sold between 11 am and 2 pm by the Ottawa Valley Food Co-operative (www.ottawavalleyfood.org). Enjoy the local foods of the Valley, learn more about the co-op, meet some of the co-op producers, and pick up your copy of the Local Food Buying Guide for the Upper Ottawa Valley.

There are lots of activities throughout the day. Tour the Fellowes Greenhouse. Enjoy the buskers’ corner featuring some wonderful local musicians. Take part in the silent auction and possibly win one of many door prizes!

Seedy Sunday is a non-profit event operated by volunteers, and sponsored by the Ottawa River Institute (www.ottawariverinstitute.ca). Net proceeds will be donated to Seeds of Diversity (www.seeds.ca), a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of heritage seeds.