THIS SATURDAY at Mayfield: Street Garden Workshop with Native Gardening and Art For Sale by local artists!

Join your neighbours and local gardening expert, Jenepher, for a fun and informative afternoon all about street gardens and easy gardening techniques!

Date: Saturday 5 July
Time: 3pm
Location: 55 Valencia St, Mayfield
Bonus: Every attendee receives 2 FREE native plants to take home!

• Learn how to plant and maintain a low-maintenance native garden and how to transform your verge
• Watch a demonstration of the no-dig garden method
• See real-life examples of native gardens and laneway plantings
• Hear about City of Newcastle’s Street Garden Program and learn how to join
• Connect with other families and build a stronger community
• Kids welcome – fun and hands-on for the whole family!

Facilitator, Jenepher, is a ceramic artist and passionate gardener who has transformed her private yard into a haven for wildlife. Jenepher joined City of Newcastle’s Street Garden Program and created a street garden in the verge that attracts pollinators and connects people through creativity, colour, and life

Regular Art Bazaar stallholder, Margo Humphries, will be one of several local artisans displaying a wide variety of artwork in the laneway on the afternoon of the event. All of Margo’s art will be for sale (EFTPOS available).

What else is happening in Mayfield on Saturday 5 July:
The Mayfield MINI Arts Trail is also returning on Saturday 5 July, transforming the streets of Mayfield with a vibrant morning of live art, music and creativity. From 9am to 12pm, visitors can explore a self-guided trail featuring mini masterpieces by more than 20 local artists, live performances, and large-scale murals created during past community projects. Trail maps are available via The Wall Station or at participating cafés and shops. Free and family-friendly!

More about Margo Humphries Art – https://kasarndesigns.com/

More about CoN Street Gardens – https://newcastle.nsw.gov.au/living/environment/get-involved/green-your-suburb/street-gardens

Download the Mayfield MINI Arts Trail mural map: www.thewallstation.com/news/mayfield-mini-arts-trail

For enquiries call 49742000