Small signs of spring began to show themselves this month,
with daffodils, trout lilies, and toothwort in bloom by the end of March. Cold temperatures and even snow persisted
through the month, though many days were sunny and pleasant. The greenhouse is warm and full of life,
with onions, peppers, lettuces, brassicas, herbs, and other plants getting a
head start on the growing season. Grapes, blueberries, strawberries, carrots,
potatoes, chamomile, and hops were planted in the garden this month. Baby
animals are plentiful on the ranch; little goats, cows, and chicks are
experiencing their first spring. Milk,
cheese, and yogurt production are up.
Planning for the 40th
Land Day
East Wind will be celebrating its 40th Land Day
this May 1st- 4th.
Many former members, people from other communities, and friends will be
joining us during this four day celebration.
The festivities will begin with a Beltane celebration on May 1st,
followed by an East Wind Renaissance Faire on the weekend of May 3rd
and 4th. Entertainment will include a play written and performed
by East Winders, fortune telling, a magic show, a scavenger hunt, juggling,
fire spinning, music, a Maypole ceremony, a catapult, sack races, court
jesters, traditional food and drink, costumes and decorations, a time capsule
to be opened on the 50th anniversary, a group photo, face painting and hair
braiding, an apothecary, workshops and demonstrations, tug-of-war, mud
wrestling, jousting, a dragon log, and more.
East Winders have been busy with preparations for the festival,
including play rehearsal, home brewing, costume design, site preparation, bow
making, etc. There is still much work to
be done, and even more fun to be had.
