Tri-City Adventures
Local Fall Events and Activities
Pasco Farmers Market Every Saturday, the Pasco Farmer’s Market showcases a variety of fresh, locally grown produce and crafts made by local artisans.
Fall is buzzing with activities and events sure to entertain families, couples, singles, or any combination of the three. From yoga and wine to baseball and tacos, there is no shortage of variety, or fun, to be had. Here are the best local events you can look forward to this fall. Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo On Aug. 20–24, the Benton Franklin Fair will bring a carnival, rodeo, and live concert performances to the Tri-Cities! This event has been going strong for more than 75 years, and is preceded by the Demolition Derby and Grand Parade on Aug. 17. Wine Glasses and Yoga Classes
This is the perfect excursion if you want to pick up some premium ingredients while supporting local farmers. It’s also great for families who want to immerse their kids in the agricultural culture! Dusting the Competition
If you’re like me, you like baseball. Luckily, we have a local minor league team (with an adorable mascot), the Tri-City Dust Devils, and their schedule is packed with games this fall! In August, the Dust Devils are taking on the Spokane Indians and Eugene Emeralds at home. Tickets are on sale through their website! Trivia and Tacos Every Thursday, Solar Spirits is working with their partners, El Tacorriendo , a taco food truck, to put on a culinary trivia night. If you’re looking for tasty tacos and titillating trivia, look no further! Best of all? Entry is free!
Red wine pairs well with red meat, and white wine pairs well with seafood. But how do they pair with yoga ? Every Thursday in August, Katie, an experienced yoga instructor and owner of Knox Road Vineyard, leads an hour-long yoga fusion class. The cost is $10. But exercise is best accompanied by a refreshing beverage. Everyone who participates will receive a delicious glass of white or red wine depending on their preference.
Expert Strategies for Fall Gardeners EXTEND YOUR GROWING SEASON
Use Covers Pests are a constant problem for any gardener, especially when the plants you’re growing need to be pollinated. Thankfully, most fall vegetables don’t require pollination, so you can use garden mesh netting to keep those pesky pests at bay. These covers are relatively inexpensive and available at any home improvement store or nursery.
easy as planting and waiting. Gardens can be a lot of work!
Thankfully, you have many strategies for keeping your garden in top shape. Here are three ideas you can implement this year to ensure a bountiful harvest.
Timing Counts As fall progresses, temperatures will
drop, making growing certain fruits and vegetables more difficult. Inspect your seed packets to see how long each item takes to develop and ensure you give your produce enough time to reach maturity. Additionally, some things will take more from the soil than others. Potatoes and onions pull many nutrients from the soil, so you should plant nutrient-rich options like beans or peas to preserve the soil quality.
It’s Never Too Late You might think you missed your
Fall is one of the best times of the year for gardening, and now that summer is almost behind us, it’s time to prepare your fall gardens. Clean up leftovers from your spring and summer gardens, plant new seeds, and nurture your fruits, veggies, and flowers until they’re ready for harvest. If you’ve ever tried to grow fall produce, you know it’s not as
opportunity to garden once September ends, but that’s not always the case. Some plants like cilantro, kale, and radishes have a short growing season, so they’ll be ready to eat before you know it! You can also use plant covers designed for frost protection to extend your growing season by a few weeks.
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