Harvest beauties
PHOTO courtesy HHF

The Heritage Harvest Festival at Monticello is a family friendly, educational event that brings together a regional community of organic and sustainable gardening proponents, heirloom plant preservationists, and seed savers. Food tastings, a seed swap, workshops, demonstrations, and other hands-on-activities. Come early for the Old Timey Seed Swap from 9-11am. It’s a chance for seed savers to share their knowledge, enthusiasm, and seeds. See web site for complete schedule and to sign up for workshops.West Lawn of Monticello and the new Thomas Jefferson Visitor Center.  540-894-9480.