Emily’s Garden: It’s a Fair Day in New England
Mondays @ 10:30 AM and Thursdays @ 8:30 AM
On this episode, Emily takes a trip to the Rehoboth Agricultural Fair. Emily discusses the history and evolution of fairs from ancient times to today. Also, Emily visits rabbit farmer, Cheryl Walsh’s booth. Cheryl is known for her rabbits as well as the yarn she spins from their fur. Cheryl demonstrates the process of turning fur into yarn as well as discussing what other animals’ fur can be used to make yarn. Finally, Emily demonstrates how to make a decorate birdhouse out of seed packets.