We now have three large capacity rain water tanks. Two of our tanks are 9′ x 3′ and one is 8′ x 4′. We managed to stand the tanks up and then we got the downspouts hooked up just in time for April showers that actually came in May this year.  We are hoping to soon be able to replace the pvc pipe downspouts and guttering that we inherited when we bought the building.

Water Storage Tank and Permeable Paver Parking Area

West Side of Greene and Berkey

I wanted to add some pictures of our front patio after a year.  It is far from being cozy and hidden but our plants are growing and blooming.  Also we have ordered our bike rack and it should be here soon.  We were able to find someone in  our community to make it.

Patio Looking West

I am planting a lot of lavender around the patio and it smells wonderful.

Patio from My Studio

Looking East

Entry with Summer Camp Banner

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Greene and Berkey with Banners Early May 2008

In early March the Lily Art Center held a banner workshop led by Keith Romaine.  Each participant made several colorful banners and then everyone donated 2 of their banners to Greene and Berkey.  We now have 30 banners to display at our events. The banners are a great beacon, like colorful greeters waving at people passing by.