Green Neighbors Network

10/16/2026

GNN are the most recent members of The Bluebird Society of Pennsylvania.
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Let's get it....

10/15/2026

🚨 **ONLY 5 SPOTS LEFT!** 🚨

Join GNN for a **FREE Jam-Making & Canning Class!**

🍓 All supplies included!
🍓 Learn to make and can your own jam!
🍓 Take home your very own jar!

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10/15/2026

💚 A BIG THANK YOU! 💚

We want to give a special shoutout to Karen from Dempsey for the incredibly generous donation of 20 aprons and 50 hand towels for our upcoming canning and food preservation series! 🍓🫙👩‍🍳

Your kindness and support mean so much to us and help make our FREE community classes possible! 🌱❤️

We’ll be sure to share plenty of photos of your donation being put to good use!

Thank you again, Karen and Dempsey, for supporting Green Neighbors Network! 💚👏

10/13/2026

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10/13/2026

10/12/2026

Finished my Beekeeping 101 course from Penn State...lets go...onto the next adventure...What do you think I should learn next? Comment below

10/11/2026

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Raking leaves isn’t just bad for your lawn—it’s also harmful to the environment. When you leave fallen leaves on your yard, they add important nutrients to the soil, help local wildlife, and keep organic waste out of landfills. In the U.S., yard trimmings and leaves make up about 12% of landfill waste, where they break down without enough oxygen and release methane. Plus, songbirds depend on the insects that spend the winter in leaf piles to feed their chicks. So, you can skip raking and enjoy a free afternoon.

Habitat for Wildlife: Fallen leaves provide a natural habitat for various insects, amphibians, and small mammals during winter months. Raking them up can disrupt these ecosystems and reduce biodiversity in your yard.

Soil Enrichment: When left to decompose, leaves can break down and enrich the soil with valuable organic matter. This improves soil structure, moisture retention, and nutrient content, benefiting your garden or lawn.

Time and Energy Savings: Raking leaves can be a time-consuming and physically demanding task, especially if you have a large yard with many trees. Allowing leaves to naturally decompose can save you both time and energy.

Cost Savings: You can save money on bags or disposal fees associated with collecting and disposing of leaves. Instead, you can use leaves as a free source of mulch or compost for your garden.

Environmental Impact: Burning leaves releases carbon dioxide and other pollutants into the atmosphere, contributing to air pollution and climate change. Composting or mulching leaves is a more environmentally friendly option.

Erosion Control: A layer of leaves can help protect the soil from erosion, particularly on slopes or hilly areas. They act as a natural barrier against heavy rain and wind.

Aesthetic Appeal: Some people find the natural look of leaves on the ground to be aesthetically pleasing. It can create a cozy and rustic atmosphere in your yard during the fall season.

Fertilization: As leaves decompose, they release nutrients back into the soil, acting as a natural fertilizer for your plants and trees.

10/11/2026