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NEWPORT — Local real estate professional Karen Tucker of Professional Realty Services is hosting the Newport Seed Swap, a free community event designed to bring together gardeners, plant lovers and those simply curious about growing their own plants.
The event is 1–3 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at TJ Kelly Park in Newport and is open to the public. Attendees are invited to bring seeds, seedlings, plant starts or cuttings to share, though participation is not required to attend.
The Newport Seed Swap is intended to be a relaxed, welcoming gathering where community members can connect, exchange ideas and get inspired for the growing season — regardless of experience level.
“This event is really about bringing people together in a simple, meaningful way,” Tucker said in a news release.
In addition to the seed swap, guests can enjoy lemonade and cookies, browse organized seed tables and participate in door prize giveaways at the event. As part of the event, Tucker is also organizing a “Seeds of Creativity” donation drive, collecting new or gently used art supplies to support local youth programs at Create Arts Center. Donations will help provide materials for children’s classes, workshops and creative experiences in the community.
“Whether someone comes with seeds to share or just wants to stop by and connect, everyone is welcome,” Tucker said in the news release. “Adding the art supply drive is just another way we can give back locally while we’re gathering.”
The Newport Seed Swap reflects Tucker’s ongoing commitment to building community connections through events that are approachable, engaging and service-oriented.
For more information, visit the event page on Facebook or contact Karen Tucker at 253-625-0009 or [email protected].
Create a honeybee, pollinator-friendly garden
NEWPORT — The WSU Pend Oreille County Master Gardeners invite community members to attend a gardening class, “Creating a Honeybee and Pollinator- Friendly Garden,” at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 14 at the WSU Extension Office, located at 227 South Garden Avenue in Newport.
Guest speaker Tracy O’Brien, owner of Willow Wood Honey Farm in Priest River, will present practical strategies for designing and maintaining gardens that support both managed honeybees and native pollinators. Drawing from firsthand experience, Tracy will share insights based on methods she and her family have found successful in the Inland Empire region.
The presentation is suitable for beginner gardeners, seasoned plant enthusiasts and anyone interested in enhancing pollinator habitat at home. Attendees will also have an opportunity to win one of several door prizes at the conclusion of the session.
The cost of the class is $5. To register, contact Beverly Sarles from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at 509-447-2401 or email beverly.sarles@wsu. edu anytime.
Those interested in learning more about Willow Wood Honey Farm or submitting questions in advance are encouraged to connect via Facebook or Instagram at Willow Wood Honey Farm LLC.
Local troupe rehearsing ‘Savannah Sipping Society’
NEWPORT — Out of the Box Entertainment is rehearsing for the upcoming spring comedy production of “The Savannah Sipping Society” by Jones, Hope and Wooten.
In this comedy, four unique Southern women — each needing to escape the monotony of their daily routines — are drawn together by fate and happy hour. Together, they decide it is time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they have lost over the years.
The production will feature Shannon Holifield, Jennifer Lindsey, Yvonne Clark and Elizabeth Miller.
Performances May 29–31 and June 5–7 at various locations.
For more information, including tickets, go to www. outoftheboxentertainment.org.
