Our FAIRS bring the pages of the magazine to life with hands-on workshops in organic gardening, country skills, renewable energy and more. Find the FAIR in Puyallup, Wash., June 4 and 5, San Rafael, Calif., Sept. 3 through 5, and Seven Springs, Pa., Sept. 24 and 25. http://www.motherearthnews.com/blogs/blog.aspx?blogid=2147484125 Cooking is great improvisation and I think that's what I like most about it. You can say the word, "burger," to any cook and be surprised by every interpretation that you get. http://www.motherearthnews.com/mother-earth-news-fair/the-home-cook-a-secret-ingredient.aspx By Sherri Brooks Vinton Wed, 23 May 2012 16:03:58 CST Still looking to score free tickets to the 2012 Puyallup Mother Earth News Fair? Here's your chance! Tell us what you want to see at the Fair no later than Friday, May 25, and you'll be entered for a chance to win a pair of tickets. http://www.motherearthnews.com/mother-earth-news-fair/puyallup-fair-ticket-giveaway.aspx By Erica Binns Fri, 18 May 2012 08:42:53 CST When a vegetable garden doesn't look like a vegetable garden, what is it? A polyculture, where gardeners strive to address this simple truth: The most effective way to grow healthy plants is to create gardens that replicate nature. http://www.motherearthnews.com/mother-earth-news-fair/create-a-garden-that-works-for-you.aspx By David Deardorff and Kathryn Wadsworth Wed, 16 May 2012 09:09:08 CST Research tells us that a basic source of unhappiness is feeling out of control of our lives. And that's practically a definition of American life today. What can we do to give ourselves more control? http://www.motherearthnews.com/mother-earth-news-fair/steps-toward-happiness-simplicity.aspx By Cecile Andrews Wed, 09 May 2012 14:06:49 CST Deciding where to buy seeds can be a perplexing challenge. How does a conscientious gardener choose seeds that will grow well, look lovely and taste great, but also support sustainable seed farmers and healthy environments? http://www.motherearthnews.com/mother-earth-news-fair/how-to-buy-seeds.aspx By Stephen Thomas Wed, 02 May 2012 11:47:32 CST I'm a handmade gardening gal - part eco-friendly, non-traditionalist; part crafty creative with more ideas than money, and an abiding aversion to off-the-shelf shopping. My garden is my canvas, my vision, and my voice. http://www.motherearthnews.com/mother-earth-news-fair/crafting-a-handmade-garden.aspx By Lorene Edwards Forkner Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:21:36 CST