I stumbled upon a post on the American Gourd Society Facebook page regarding a reader who was moving out of their state, that had a state gourd society (Michigan), http://www.michigangourdsociety.org/ to Utah. Utah at the time of this writing currently doesn’t have a statewide gourd society. Ultimately the discussion became centered around how to create a gourdpatch.
Putting on a gourd festival costs money. In Part I it was revealed that each city and/or municipality creates a specific tax fund generated from hotels in their city. This fund is commonly known as “lodging tax.” Some areas may refer to this money as occupancy tax, hotel tax, or something else – going forward we will be referring to this money as lodging tax. The great thing about lodging tax, is that the money in that fund may only be used for tourist related facilities, marketing, and/or events.Continue reading
This is a very creative gourd craft and we had to go across the Pacific to find this little story – and it’s fantastic. We believe you can recreate these on your own. – and you’ve got to see this speaker in action! Check out the Video
Source: The Japan Times
Using a bottle gourd, Japanese artist Akira Takahashi has merged cutting edge sound with traditional gourd artwork. Takahashi, 67, came up with the idea of using bottle gourd after realizing the potential of natural products in re-creating sound. (Source)Continue reading
Earlier this year we highlighted how and when to get your gourd seeds in the ground. Today we are going to show just where those gourd seeds for sale are, and how to get them.Continue reading
There is a decent chance that you club is leaving money on the table. Money that could be used to help fund your state’s gourd festival. And the best part is – it really isn’t to terribly difficult to try and get it.Continue reading
We are sad to hear that at this time the Washington State Gourd Society Festival has been postponed indefinitely.Continue reading
Step into spring by attending March Gourd Madness. This 2 day event on March 23rd and 24th will offer a variety of free demonstrations, classes, and a variety of gourd art vendors and gourd art supply. Attending the event is free, but some of the classes do have a nominal charge.
The Chilton County Arts Council is one of the show’s sponsors. In December of 2017, the Art’s Council received a grant of $2,650 to help with the show’s production. Other show sponsors include the Alabama State Council on the Arts, The National Endowment of the Arts, and the City of Clanton.
Some of the class highlights include
A full list of classes can be found at March Gourd Madness Classes
Space is limited, so registration is strongly encouraged. Questions and registration can be directed to Mack Gothard at gothardgourdgarden@gmail.com or 205-245-9441. Mack also serves as the president of the Alabama Gourd Society.
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