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Jan 25 (Saturday) or Jan 26 (Sunday), - location moved in anticipation to the Rain this weekend.

10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Grafting demonstration workshop meetings. Free form meetings Discussing what scionwood is, and best practices to pick and store it., show different options on grafting.

https://southoccrfg.org/monthly-meeting/

Feb 8 (Saturday), 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Annual Chapter Scionwood / Anything Exchange. You are encouraged to bring garden-related items such as cuttings, seeds, unneeded pots, books, or tools to share with fellow attendees. Register at https://southoccrfg.org/exchange-event/ to receive updates and information as the event date approaches.

Feb 8 (Saturday), 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Grafting demonstration meeting and workshop. Discussing what scionwood is, and best practices to pick and store it., show different options on grafting.

Location for events Orange County Great Park Farm + Food Lab, 8000 Great Park Blvd, Irvine https://southoccrfg.org/monthly-meeting/

If able to volunteer

Now to Feb 8 (Weekends, any time) Volunteers are needed to help prepare for the Scion wood related events. Helping with various tasks related to scionwood exchange. https://southoccrfg.org/volunteer-resources/

Other chapters scion wood exchanges beginning 1/18/2025 are listed at https://crfg.org/2022-scion-exchanges/

Grafting or graftage^[1] is a horticultural technique whereby tissues of plants are joined so as to continue their growth together. The upper part of the combined plant is called the scion (/ˈsaɪən/) while the lower part is called the rootstock. The success of this joining requires that the vascular tissues grow together. The natural equivalent of this process is inosculation. The technique is most commonly used in asexual propagation of commercially grown plants for the horticultural and agricultural trades. The scion is typically joined to the rootstock at the soil line; however, top work grafting may occur far above this line, leaving an understock consisting of the lower part of the trunk and the root system.

In most cases, the stock or rootstock is selected for its roots and the scion is selected for its stems, leaves, flowers, or fruits.^[1] The scion contains the desired genes to be duplicated in future production by the grafted plant.

In stem grafting, a common grafting method, a shoot of a selected, desired plant cultivar is grafted onto the stock of another type. In another common form called bud grafting, a dormant side bud is grafted onto the stem of another stock plant, and when it has inosculated successfully, it is encouraged to grow by pruning off the stem of the stock plant just above the newly grafted bud.

For successful grafting to take place, the vascular cambium tissues of the stock and scion plants must be placed in contact with each other. Both tissues must be kept alive until the graft has "taken", usually a period of a few weeks. Successful grafting only requires that a vascular connection take place between the grafted tissues. Research conducted in Arabidopsis thaliana hypocotyls has shown that the connection of phloem takes place after three days of initial grafting, whereas the connection of xylem can take up to seven days.^[2] Joints formed by grafting are not as strong as naturally formed joints, so a physical weak point often still occurs at the graft because only the newly formed tissues inosculate with each other. The existing structural tissue (or wood) of the stock plant does not fuse.

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Plant grafting scion and Exchange event LF

Frank Wagoner, Community Contributor

The South Orange County chapter of California Rare Fruit Growers (CRFG) is hosting a free plant cutting and scion wood sharing event on Sunday February 8, 2024, from 10:30 am until approximately Noon.This meeting will be held at the Irvine Great Park, Farm + Food Lab. It is near the big orange balloon.This will include an "Anything Garden Related" exchange.Bring cuttings of known varieties (except citrus or those under current patent) of fruit trees, grapes, blueberries or other plants.)You can also bring gardening items you no longer need i.e. books, sprinkler fittings, chemicals, old tools, pots (whatever you have that is still good, but you were hoping it could be of use eventually, but you probably will never use)...Attendees get while supplies last5 nursery type potsseed packets1 white food grade buckets with lidPreRegistered get 2.5 gallons of mealworm frass,Register for Sunday's event at: https://southoccrfg.org/exchange-event/Several nurseries and gardening businesses will have tables. recommended to bring some cash.Ricardo's Nursery in Long Beach - Rare and unusual fruit varieties.Exotica Rare Fruit Nursery in Vista - This well-known nursery will soon be closing its doors permanently.Aguinaga Green Soil Company in Irvine quality soil.Foothill Feed / Canyon Feed - Animal feed /supplies.Someone selling OllasWe have confirmation that CDFA staff and CDFA SCIENTISTS will have a booth.(CDFA = California Department of Food and Agriculture) Great time to ask questionsAttendees can learn about IMPORTANT current information on Citrus diseases, Fruit Fly infestation, pests, and quarantines. It is very important to understand what is going on.You may think that Southern California is unaffected by Citrus pests or diseases.You would be mistaken. Have you noticed the difference in commercial Orange Juice now vs. 15 years ago?There is a current outbreak of a fruit fly in Southern California. The fly destroys all the fruit on your trees time.We anticipate some representatives of the media to attend.Note to media representatives - This will be a great opportunity to meet influential people from the CDFA. plus Media Representative's get 2.5 gallon container of Mealworm frass.Instructions for preparing plant cuttings for donation is on our websiteVolunteers needed.For directions, search with Google maps for Irvine Great Park, Farm + Food LabJan 18-Feb 8 (Sat), Any time. Volunteers needed to help prepare for the Scion wood related events. Helping with various tasks related to scionwood exchange. https://southoccrfg.org/volunteer-resources/Jan 18 (Sat) / Jan 25 (Sat) / Jan 26 (Sun), 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Grafting demonstration workshop meetings. Free form meetings Discussing what scionwood is, and best practices to pick and store it., show different options on grafting. https://southoccrfg.org/monthly-meeting/Feb 8 (Sat), 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Annual Chapter Scionwood/Anything Exchange. You are encouraged to bring garden-related items such as cuttings, seeds, unneeded pots, books, or tools to share with fellow attendees. Register to receive updates and information as the event date approaches.Feb 8 (Sat), 12:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Grafting demonstration meeting and workshop. Discussing what scionwood is, and best practices to pick and store it., show different options on grafting. https://southoccrfg.org/exchange-event/Location for events Orange County Great Park Farm + Food Lab, 8000 Great Park Blvd, Irvine

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Looking for some cool things to do this New Year's Eve in Orange County? Patch has you covered.

Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff

MISSION VIEJO, CA — To keep your holiday fun and lively, Patch has rounded up some entertaining events going on throughout Orange County for the New Year.

Some are free. Some have a fee.

Whether you opt for an activity close to home or a mini day trip, see what's slated this weekend from Monday, Dec. 30 to Tuesday, Dec. 31.

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In the United States, one of the most popular New Year’s Eve traditions is the dropping of the giant ball in New York City’s Times Square. Other U.S. cities have their own versions of this celebration, such as the Peeps Chick Drop in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and the giant Potato Drop in Boise, Idaho.

The transition from one year to the next is often marked by the singing of “Auld Lang Syne,” a Scottish folk song whose title roughly translates to “days gone by,” according to Encyclopedia Britannica and History.com.

The tradition of New Year’s resolutions dates back 8,000 years to ancient Babylonians, who made promises to return borrowed items and repay debts at the beginning of the new year, which was in mid-March when they planted their crops.

According to legend, if people kept their word, the pagan gods would grant them favor in the coming year. However, if they broke their promises, they would lose favor with the gods.

Many secular New Year’s resolutions focus on imagining new, improved versions of ourselves.

The failure rate of New Year’s resolutions is about 80 percent, according to U.S. News & World Report. There are many reasons, but a big one is they’re made out of remorse — for gaining weight, for example — and aren’t accompanied by a shift in attitude or a plan for coping with the stress and discomfort that comes with changing a habit or condition.

LAKE FOREST, CA — Look out, Lake Forest: high surf and poor air quality are forecasted for the next several days, according to the National Weather Service.

According to the NWS, Lake Forest residents can expect large breaking waves of five to eight feet in Orange County, with local sets to 12 feet on west-facing beaches.

As a result of the surf conditions, the National Weather Service issued a High Surf Advisory until 4 a.m. Wednesday.

Residents were urged to be aware of potentially hazardous surfing and swimming conditions.

In addition, residents can expect localized beach erosion and overflow.

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"Despite relatively low astronomical tides, high surf may produce minor flooding of low-lying areas along the beach, such as beach parking lot," the NWS said.

Inexperienced swimmers were urged to keep away from the surf while the advisory is in effect.

"It is extremely dangerous to fish or observe waves from exposed coastal structures or rocks during high surf conditions," weather officials said. "Swimming or surfing in these waves may be dangerous for anyone due to the powerful waves and strong rip currents."

In addition, poor air quality prompted South Coast Air Quality Management District to issue a No Burn Order across Orange County, including in Lake Forest.

The No-Burn Order starts Monday and ends Tuesday evening, according to the SCAQMD.

The order prohibits indoor and outdoor wood burning due to a forecast of high pollution in the area.

The wood-burning ban will be in effect through 11:59 p.m. Saturday for all those in the South Coast Air Basin, which includes the non-desert portions of Los Angeles, Riverside and all of Orange County.

However, the order does not apply to mountain communities above 3,000 feet, the Coachella Valley or the high desert. Homes that rely on wood as a sole source of heat, low-income households and households without natural gas service are also not included in the order.

The no-burn rule prohibits burning wood as well as manufactured fire logs made from wax or paper.

Gas and other non-wood burning fireplaces are not restricted, the SCAQMD said.Fine particles in wood smoke, also known as particulate matter or PM2.5, can get deep into the lungs and cause respiratory problems such as asthma.

Residents can receive no-burn day notifications by signing up for Air Alerts via email or text at www.AirAlerts.org.

Dennis Hands, Lake Forest, CA— Dennis Hands passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, leaving behind a grieving family and a community that deeply respected him. Dennis was a devoted husband to Kristen and a loving father to their two children, Cappy and Carter. His sudden passing has left a profound hole in the hearts of those who knew him.

Dennis was known for his unwavering positivity, kindness, and dedication to others. As a successful business owner and an inspiring hockey coach, he touched the lives of many. His legacy is one of hard work, love, and a commitment to uplifting others. Those who had the privilege of knowing him often described him as someone who made everyone feel valued and supported.

Now, as his wife Kristen and their two children navigate this unimaginable loss, they are faced not only with emotional challenges but also financial ones. With Cappy in college and Carter soon to follow, the family is adjusting to life without Dennis’s guidance and support during these pivotal years. In response, a GoFundMe fundraiser has been set up to help ease some of the financial burdens, including funding the children’s college education and covering unexpected expenses.

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The Hands family has expressed their deep appreciation for the outpouring of support, with donations already flowing in. Every contribution, no matter the size, will help honor Dennis’s legacy and provide stability for his family during this incredibly difficult time.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Kristen, Cappy, Carter, and the entire Hands family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate this tragic time.

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