Minnetrista market kicks off Saturday

Minnetrista’s outdoor Farmers Market begins this weekend.

The Farmers Market kicks off Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon and runs each Saturday from May through October. It includes a range of fresh produce, baked goods, plants, meats, artisan goods and more. Free parking is available in the center building lot and the gravel lot at the nature area.

For more information, visit minnetrista.net.



Nominate artists

There’s still time to nominate artists for the annual Governor’s Arts Awards.

Indiana Arts Commission’s program recognizes individuals, communities and organizations who have made significant contributions to arts and creativity in Indiana.

Governor’s Arts Awards winners receive an original piece of artwork created specifically for the program by an Indiana artist and the opportunity to share their story with other arts supporters statewide via a video. Nominations are open through the end of Thursday.



Grassland program

Applications are open for the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program.

The program, offered by the United States Department of Agriculture, allows “producers and landowners to continue grazing and haying practices while conserving grasslands and promoting plant and animal biodiversity as well as healthier soil,”?according to a press release from the USDA. Visit the Portland Farm Service Agency Office or call (260) 726-4888. Signup is open through May 26.