News & Events

Explore the latest Growing Spaces news and events, including company updates, event announcements, educational opportunities, and Growing Dome greenhouse news. This category brings together timely updates from our team and community so you can stay informed about what’s happening now.

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How the Growzebo™ Came to Life

September 11, 2026

The Growzebo™ was created from decades of greenhouse experience, years of customer feedback, and one simple question: how can we help more people grow? Go behind the scenes with the Growing Spaces team to see how this new greenhouse came to life.

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Why We Built the Growzebo™

August 23, 2026

I gave our team a price target and a rough picture of the customer, but no shape. They worked out the rest while building the first Growzebo™ about 20 yards from all six of our demonstration Domes.

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Growing Dome Photo Contest 2026

May 29, 2026

The Growing Dome Photo Contest is back after a one-year pause! Dome owners are invited to share up to five of their favorite greenhouse photos for a chance to be featured and celebrated by the Growing Spaces community.

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Growing Spaces is now a Certified B Corporation

May 4, 2026

B Corp certification required us to document our energy claims and examine how we run the company. Some of the work confirmed strengths. Other parts exposed gaps in our records and practices. Here is what we learned.

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Growing Spaces New Website

March 31, 2026

Our team spent more than a year rebuilding the website. I wanted people to be able to research on their own schedule, find the instructions for their dome, and reach us easily when they needed a conversation. Here is what changed.

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2026 Calendar of Events

February 15, 2026

Join us at one of our 2026 community events where you can learn more about our Growing Dome greenhouses. What’s on the calendar? Pagosa's Earth Day Celebration, the Modern Homesteading Conference, Rhythms on the Rio, Fall Open House, and sponsored events.

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2025 Calendar of Events

June 27, 2025

2025 Events where you can learn more about Growing Spaces and our Growing Dome greenhouses. Upcoming Events: Fall Fest; Past Events: Open House & Seed Swap, Earth Day, and the Modern Homesteading Conference

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Wish You Were Here…5th Annual Customer Appreciation Event Recap

October 4, 2024

If you weren’t able to attend our Customer Appreciation Event this year, we’ve gathered together the highlights and resources provided by our diverse panel of speakers.

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Customer Appreciation Event 2024

July 29, 2024

We hope you’ll join us for our Annual Customer Appreciation Event September 14th from 9:00 am – 2:30 pm at the Growing Spaces campus located at 1868 Majestic Drive in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. It’s all about you! We want to thank you for your loyalty and support as customers and give you a forum to gather with…

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Top 10 Activities, Attractions, and Dining in Pagosa Springs

July 25, 2024

Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, Pagosa Springs is an ideal destination to experience the wonders of nature and warm small-town hospitality.

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Celebrate 55 Years of Earth Day

April 1, 2024

🌍 Why Celebrate with a Growing Dome? Growing Domes are more than greenhouses. They are ecosystems in miniature, designed to provide you with a year-round gardening space regardless of the weather outside. By harnessing the power of the sun and utilizing passive solar energy, our Growing Dome greenhouses offer an environmentally friendly solution to food…

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Modern Homesteading Conference 2024

March 20, 2024

Growing Spaces is excited to be participating in the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur D’alene, ID June 28 & 29th, 2024. Come find us in the “Midway” to learn more about the wonderful world of Growing Domes, and how you can create a more sustainable lifestyle by growing your own food all year long with…

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Growing Spaces Greenhouses Events 2024

March 4, 2024

See a list of all Growing Spaces events in 2024 in one convenient place.

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4th Annual Customer Appreciation Party 2023

August 1, 2023

Join us for an unforgettable day of learning and celebration at our annual Customer Appreciation Party at Growing Spaces! Last year was our biggest event ever, with over a hundred attendees.

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Growing Spaces Important News and Events 2023

February 10, 2023

Growing Domes in the News Growing Dome Featured on HGTV! Dome Sweet Dome. – A couple’s unique, circular home boasts 360-degree windows with stunning wraparound mountain views…and a Growing Dome greenhouse garden! However, the property lacks function and style. Watch as Roots Design Company completely renovates the home, landscaping, and greenhouse (with a little help from Growing…

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2022 Year in Review

December 14, 2022

2022 is quickly coming to an end and we wanted to take some time to reflect on how we have grown. This year was filled with twists and turns that both grounded us and propelled us into action. Giving back to our community and getting involved is something that we felt was desperately needed after the two years of isolation we all endured.

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News and Events, Fall/Winter 2021

October 8, 2021

Stratton School has expanded the garden program to include a grow dome, allowing the program to run through all but the coldest months.“The goal of the garden program is to provide a sustainable, alternative food experience for students and faculty that encourages hands-on learning, health, and well-being at Eustis School,” Wuori said. “Stratton School wants all students to leave Stratton with the knowledge of food choice and the importance of community through understanding local resources.”

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News and Events Summer 2021

July 2, 2021

We are thrilled to announce our 2nd Annual Customer Appreciation Party that will be held at our Pagosa Springs Domes from 12 to 4 pm on Saturday, September 11th. This will be a fantastic opportunity to socialize with current dome owners and meet people who are passionate about gardening. We will be offering tours of all five of our Growing Domes, along with Growing Dome gardening classes taught by some of our experts. There will be fresh food, local craft beer, games for kids & adults, and music. We will also have Growing Spaces swag to give away.

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News and Events Spring 2021

June 17, 2021

We are planning to attend two socially distanced events this Spring to give you an opportunity to visit some wonderful Growing Domes in Colorado. The San Luis Valley Seed Exchange at Joyful Journey, and the Earth Day Riverwalk Event at the Geothermal Greenhouse Project in Pagosa Springs Colorado.

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Growing Spaces 2021 Urban Farming Grant Winners

May 3, 2021

The first recipient of our urban farming grant is Black Nickel (Hustlaz 2 Harvesters, & Garfield Terrace) in Washington DC. Black Nickel’s mission is to redevelop and revive neglected community farms and gardens in DC, and throughout the nation, and create a prototype of local farmer’s markets owned by minorities and people of color. Their goal is to implement training and education programs for children and young adults, helping foster their relationship with STEM and agriculture.

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2020 Year In Review

December 30, 2020

We believe everyone should be able to reliably grow clean, healthy food all year round. No matter where they live. The Growing Spaces Mission has never been as important as it is now. Design improvements, installation efficiency, gardening advice, international partnerships and food security projects have all enabled more people to grow organic food year-round all over the world. We want to give you a look back at 2020, and a glimpse forward into our plans for 2021.

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News and Events, Fall/Winter 2020

December 1, 2020

2020 will always be a difficult year to put into words. But for us here at Growing Spaces, New York Times author Dorie Chevlen put it best: "When the pandemic forced everyone into isolation and threatened food supplies, some people decided to build their own greenhouses."

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News and Events, Summer 2020

August 31, 2020

It has been a busy, bustling summer for Growing Dome lovers. Backyard, school, and community gardens are on the rise; we couldn't be more excited. To celebrate, we decided to share some recent articles and project stories that Growing Spaces is proud to be featured in.

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Growing Spaces Events, Summer 2020

May 12, 2020

Unique opportunity to bid on a Growing Dome, AND support local Colorado agriculture GoFarm Coop is auctioning off a 15′ Growing Dome Greenhouse at their annual (virtual) Harvest Dinner event on August 29th.   The 15′ Growing Dome Greenhouse is valued at $9,200 and includes shipping anywhere in the lower 48 US states.  Bidding will start at only $5,000!…

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Growing Domes In The News, Spring 2020

May 1, 2020

Growing Spaces was honored to be featured, and have our Growing Domes featured, in some recent television and magazine articles.

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Growing Spaces Lead Times

March 30, 2020

December 2022: This page is no longer being updated. Please sign up for our monthly newsletter, The Happy Grower, to receive monthly updates on lead times. https://growingspaces.com/newsletter-sign-up/ For more information on Growing Dome tours please visit our personal tour page. https://growingspaces.com/location/   Growing Spaces Lead Times and Operational Updates for COVID-19 updated 10/1/2021 Growing Spaces…

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Spring 2020 Event Schedule

February 29, 2020

Update 3-23-2020: All events below are postponed until further notice. We will continue to update the status on this page and send individual updates to the RSVP list as new dates are determined. If you would like to be notified of any changes to these events, you may still RSVP below. We are also not…

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Colorado Garden and Home Show 2020

February 21, 2020

We are so excited to announce that we will be participating in the 2020 Colorado Garden & Home Show from February 22nd – March 1st at the Colorado Convention Center. This is our very first event of the year and the biggest show we have ever participated in. Don’t miss the chance to explore the Rocky Mountain…

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Help Grow A Dome for Food Insecure Communities

December 9, 2019

These non-profits are working to increase access to locally grown organic food in their communities There are many challenges facing our planet’s agricultural systems. Climate change, pesticides, GMOs, over-farming, soil health, corporate agriculture among many others. Food insecurity is also a major concern, as many communities do not have access to fresh, healthy organic food….

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Growing Dome Community Celebration

June 10, 2019

Customer Appreciation Party 2019 This year has been one for changes at Growing Spaces, with a new logo, and a new website just around the corner we wanted to take the time to thank our community of growing dome greenhouse owners for their constant support. Plus give some of our potential owners a peek into…

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Growing Spaces Change of Ownership

May 24, 2018

Growing Spaces® Founders Puja and Udgar Parsons Pass the Baton New Ownership at Growing Spaces and What it Might Mean for the Future of the Growing Dome® A Growing Spaces change of ownership is shifting up the company geometry. Puja and Udgar are riding off into the sunset to stoke romance, share energy with kids…

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Growing Spaces Open House

March 15, 2018

2018 Growing Spaces® Open House Take a Little Trip. Tour 5 Sizes of Growing Domes®. Enter to Win a Hot Springs Pass and The 2018 Open House Special Offer. The 2018 Growing Spaces Open House has a garden seat set aside for you. It’s hard to know what a Growing Dome looks like, what it smells and…

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The National Environmental Education Foundation Partners with Growing Spaces

May 18, 2015

Nizhoni Elementary School in New Mexico used a Growing Dome Greenhouse to develop a Learning Lab

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Growing Spaces Grant Winner Eva’s Village Gets Growing

November 20, 2014

We are very excited to announce the completion of the 26′ Growing Dome for the 2014 Growing Spaces Third Place Grant Winner – Eva’s Village. The innovative homeless shelter greenhouse is located next door to Eva’s Village at Wayne Auto Spa owned by Rob Burke. The new indoor garden will produce food for the teaching…

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4th Annual Growing Spaces Symposium

April 16, 2014

Saturday, May 31st, 2014 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Join us for this fun filled day at the Pine River Public Library in Bayfield, CO to learn about gardening in the Growing Dome from both new and long-standing instructors of the Growing Spaces team. Topics will cover aspects of soil, composting, insects, seeding, and transplanting…

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Columbine Elementary’s New “Growing Dome” Greenhouse – a 21st Century Learning Center

March 14, 2014

Boulder community unites for hands-on, year-round garden education Boulder, CO March 10, 2014 – On Friday students, parents and staff at Columbine Elementary are holding an “Open Greenhouse” – the first chance for the community to check out their recently constructed 33 foot-diameter geodesic Growing Dome Greenhouse. The new greenhouse is considered a pilot for…

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PRESS RELEASE: Award-Winning Colorado Greenhouse Company Celebrates 25 Years of Product Innovation and Ethical Business Practices

March 8, 2014

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Award-Winning Colorado Greenhouse Company Celebrates 25 Years of Product Innovation and Ethical Business Practices PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO., March 6, 2014 — Growing Spaces, LLC, a Colorado greenhouse company is celebrating 25 years in business. Since 1989 the company has been designing and manufacturing the award-winning Growing Dome® geodesic greenhouse kit…

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Boutique Manufacturing & Sustainable Greenhouses

December 18, 2013

Growing Spaces greenhouses was recently paid a visit by a CompanyWeek reporter. Owners of the company, Puja and Udgar Parsons, had an opportunity to take the reporter on a tour and share about our unique sustainable Growing Dome greenhouses. Puja Parsons is quoted throughout the article, and on this day she took the opportunity to…

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2013 Growing Spaces In-Kind Grant Winners Announced

June 28, 2013

We are pleased to announce the top three winners of this year’s Growing Spaces In-kind Grant Awards. Each of these well deserving organizations has diligently planned and raised funds for their education programs that will include a Growing Dome® greenhouse. It is with great joy that we join the movements to contribute to and support…

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A Dream to Award Good Food to All

January 23, 2013

I write on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the day of our President’s second inauguration. Many synchronicities stir me as I consider this time January 21, 2013 and what it means to me. In his speech, fifty years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King reminded us of the power of “having a dream” that is,…

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Shumei International Institute Members Visit Growing Spaces

December 5, 2012

Last week, staff members of the Shumei International Institute in Crestone, Co. took advantage of the mild November weather and travelled to Pagosa Springs for a day of relaxing, sightseeing, and, of course, soaking in the “Healing Waters” of the hot springs. After a breakfast hosted by Growing Spaces at the “Famous” Pagosa Baking Co.,…

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Becoming a Green Business

December 1, 2012

In the November – December 2012 issue of the southwest Colorado EPIC Magazine, the co-owner and CEO of Growing Spaces, Puja Dhyan Parsons, contributed an article on “Becoming a Green Business”. Puja’s “how to” isn’t in the traditional way you would think. The article was originally published in the November-December 2012 issue of Epic Magazine…

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Making the Most of the Slow Money Rocky Mountain Regional Gathering

September 11, 2012

On September 1st, 2012 a team of six people from the Growing Spaces community, including owners Puja and Udgar Parsons, attended the Slow Money Regional Gathering in Carbondale, CO. After attending last year’s national gathering in San Fransisco, CA, Puja and Udgar were so excited to be a part of a gathering closer to home….

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U.S. Senator Michael F. Bennet’s Staff Visit Growing Spaces

August 24, 2012

On July 12, 2012 Terra Anderson, Constituent Advocate for Senator Bennet in Durango, Monisha Merchant, the Senator’s Senior Advisor for Business Affairs, and Terra’s intern Ben paid a visit to Growing Spaces to tour our Growing Dome greenhouses. They were on their way to Durango, Colorado for the Southwest Women’s Small Business Conference, where our very…

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Enter to Win: Owner Video Contest

August 22, 2012

As much as we love gardening, we love community and we’re trying to create it wherever we go. We want you to share your Growing Dome stories with each other so that you all can learn from each other and feel a part of something larger than yourselves. We decided we’d sweeten the pot by…

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The Pagosa Verde Symposium: Growth Strategies for Rural Colorado Communities

July 24, 2012

On August 9th, 2012, our hometown of Pagosa Springs, CO is hosting a professional collaboration to explore economic growth, renewables, geothermal development and sustainable agriculture. The goal is to move Colorado mountain towns into a sustainable future. We are excited to lend our sponsorship and support to this great endeavor and are looking forward to…

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Nurturing Families in Our Community

June 7, 2012

We recently constructed a 26′ Show Growing Dome to join the four other Growing Domes at our facility in Pagosa Springs, CO. The 26′ diameter is our most popular size and we’ve been planning this build for that reason for a couple of years. Since we have plenty of gardening space for ourselves in the…

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Students Learn Firsthand About Growing Food

May 15, 2012

A great partnership between Taos’ Chrysalis Alternative School and the Rocky Mountain Youth Corps has come to fruition with the building and gardening of their new 26′ Growing Dome. Thanks to an article from The Taos News we get to share with you their outstanding progress. “Students at Taos’ Chrysalis Alternative School are learning about…

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A Child in Canada Gets His Wish with a new Growing Dome Greenhouse

April 16, 2012

Ever heard about the “Children’s Wish Foundation”? Well we had the amazing opportunity to be involved with them in fulfilling the wish of a boy with Leukemia. He asked for his own Growing Dome. We’re speechless about how beautiful a thing this is and are very glad to share this nice article The Children’s Wish…

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Where in the World Contest

April 16, 2012

Many of us can look at this photo and envision what will be a great adventure. Site selection, solar orientation, leveling the ground, leveling the ground, leveling, leveling, and more leveling. You get the picture, but wait… Where in the world is this future 26′ Growing Dome site? These iconic photos have become the feature…

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Join Us on #gardenchat on Monday, 3/12 at 9pm MST

March 8, 2012

We were fortunate last summer to come upon a great community of gardeners on Twitter that gets together once a week on Monday nights at 9pm EST for an event called #gardenchat. #gardenghat is presented by Bren of Creative Living and Growing with Bren Haas and includes hundreds of well-educated professional and hobby gardeners from…

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Cripple Creek Kids Start Their Own School Garden

March 7, 2012

This high altitude 22′ Growing Dome is finally coming to fruition for these elementary school students in Cripple Creek, Colorado and their story made the local newspaper. We are very excited for them and wish them happy gardening! Here’s an excerpt from the article: On the theory that kids are more likely to eat vegetables…

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Slow Money Entrepreneur Showcase Presentation

November 23, 2011

If you missed it last month, we have it to share with you now! Puja Dhyan Parsons, Owner & CEO of Growing Spaces® LLC was one of 24 people representing her company in the Entrepreneur Showcase at the Slow Money National Gathering on October 13, 2011 in San Fransisco, CA. A hallmark of the Slow…

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National Food Day Celebration Growing Dome Style

November 1, 2011

Here’s a report on the National Food Day Celebration that took place in two different Growing Domes in Colorado Springs, CO from the Bent County Democrat: “A magnet school in Colorado Springs and a demonstration garden in Woodland Park were among 20,000 venues in all 50 states hosting events held in conjunction with Food Day…

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Galileo Greenhouse to School Lunch

October 26, 2011

"Last month, we showcased the construction of a 42' Growing Dome at Galileo School of Math & Science. Now, we're thrilled to reveal the completed greenhouse, transforming school lunches with home-grown produce! This project, a collaboration between the school, local organizations, and the community, is not just a source of healthy food for students but also a beacon of inspiration for the district. Students are actively involved, reaping the benefits of their hard work in their daily meals and even sharing with other schools. Dive into our latest update to see how this greenhouse is sowing seeds of change in school nutrition and community engagement.

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Agriculture Education Sees Growth

October 17, 2011

We always love when the school year starts as we get updates on how the school Growing Domes are doing. This year is no exception. Roaring Fork High School and Yampah Mountain High School located high in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado were both featured in the Sunday news in the article Agriculture Education Sees…

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Puja Parsons Presents at Slow Money National Gathering LIVE Streaming

October 12, 2011

On October 13th, 2011 tune in around 11:30am PST and wait to see Puja Dhyan Parsons present for 5 minutes at the Entrepreneur Showcase! We’re expecting her to be sometime between 11:30 and 11:45 am PST (that’s 12:30-12:45 pm Mountain Time). We’re so excited and hope you have the chance to join us! We’re excited…

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4th Annual Colorado Entrepreneurship MarketPlace in Pagosa Springs, CO

September 29, 2011

We are excited to share this very valuable opportunity for our small community in southwest Colorado. Pagosa Springs will be hosting this two-day conference offering small businesses owners educational and networking opportunities. The conference is extremely affordable at $30 per day or $50 for both days and includes tours of two companies in Pagosa Springs,…

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Farm-to-School Webinar: Sept 29th, 2011

September 21, 2011

We’ve been mentioning and following the Farm-to-School program run by the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) and are very excited about an upcoming webinar they are hosting next week. It is in celebration of the upcoming “National Farm to School Month“ in October. Here’s what’s in store for those attending the webinar: “USDA will…

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STEM Intern Helps Us Grow

September 19, 2011

As you may have already guessed, we’re all about education of all ages here at Growing Spaces and are always searching for new ways to empower people with knowledge about how to live and grow sustainably. We had an awesome opportunity this summer to hire an intern to work in our shop through the local…

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Randall Geo-Conservatory Grand Opening

September 9, 2011

Flagstaff AcademyRandall Geo-ConservatoryGrand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. Join us Tuesday, September 13 at 6 p.m. as we celebrate the completion of a project three years in the making. The Randall Geo-Conservatory is a living classroom for Flagstaff Academy K-8 students. The indoor, year-round garden will provide students…

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Dillon Valley Elementary School Greenhouse

August 1, 2011

Partners Summit Prevention Alliance, Summit School District, the Dillon Valley community steering committee and Neils Lunceford have been working together to get a healthy eating initiative in Dillon Valley to increase community access to local fruits and vegetables. Their dreams came true this past weekend when they began construction of their new 22′ Growing Dome…

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Fat City Farmers Noble Community Mission

July 7, 2011

Fat City Farmers, a Western Colorado non-profit, has been revolutionizing local food economies since 2009. With a focus on growing farmers and nurturing community spirit, they employ permaculture principles to educate on organic gardening and market farming. Their projects not only enrich community health but also sustain and grow the local food economy. Dive into their story to discover how they're sowing seeds of change and cultivating a healthier, more connected world. Visit their website and Facebook page to see their latest groundbreaking projects.

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Geodesic Greenhouse Kits Featured on 9News

February 10, 2011

Please join us in celebrating as Growing Spaces was on Channel 9 news this morning! Growing Spaces was selected as one of Colorado Companies to Watch by the State’s Office of Economic Development. You can see the video that aired on February 10th below. If you wish to read the article, please click on this…

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Shumei Natural Agriculture

October 22, 2010

Attend this unique gardening program and learn basic methods of Natural Agriculture from Shumei Natural Institute on Saturday, October 23rd, 2010. The event will be held at the Archuleta County Extension Building in Pagosa Springs, Colorado from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Whether you are an avid gardener or someone who is interested in healthy…

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Shumei Natural Agriculture & Growing Spaces

October 11, 2010

“The principle of Natural Agriculture is an overriding respect and concern for Nature,” stated Mokichi Okada in his book A Great Agricultural Revolution. This respect leads to minimum intervention in the growing processes. While many modern agricultural practices are based on a belief in the need to control and manipulate the growing process, Natural Agriculture…

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Year-Round Greenhouse in New Hampshire: Growing Fresh Produce All Year

September 28, 2010

A must-see for anyone interested in sustainable living! This year-round, energy-efficient greenhouse can be run completely from solar power and withstands high winds and heavy snow loads. The Vollmers will be on hand to answer any questions you have about their growing dome.

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Growing Dome Greenhouse Presentation in Farmington, NM

September 21, 2010

Fosters.com A service of the Rochester Times By JOHN NOLAN Thursday, September 9, 2010   FARMINGTON, NM — Farmington New Mexico Gardeners’ Round-table received a talk, last week, on greenhouses that allow year-round cultivation, but yet require no electricity, nor propane, nor kerosene to keep temperatures above freezing in the depths of winter. The big…

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RFHS Students Get Going

July 27, 2010

With the help of many – 42′ Growing Dome is complete! As far back as I can remember, my grandmother always said, “If you want something done right – do it yourself…” As of today, I thoroughly disagree. The brand new 42′ Growing Dome greenhouse installed at Roaring Fork High School in Carbondale, Colorado has brought…

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Greenhouses a Growing Interest in Colorado Communities

July 26, 2010

Greenhouses a growing interest amongst Colorado Janet Urquhart The Aspen Times Aspen, Colorado Greenhouses like the new dome behind Roaring Fork High School in Carbondale, Colorado could become a more common sight in the Roaring Fork Valley. Pitkin County is contemplating code changes to better accommodate greenhouses. With community gardens cropping up around the Roaring…

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2010 CO Companies to Watch

July 13, 2010

Growing Spaces receives statewide recognition The State of Colorado recently recognized second-stage growth companies that are developing valuable products and services, creating quality jobs, enriching communities, and creating new industries throughout the state. The program, called “CO Companies to Watch” had several hundred companies in the annual competition, but only 50 of them were named…

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Exotic harvests: The Mast family grows grapefruit, limes and many other fruits & vegetables

July 6, 2010

This summer, Kellie Mast is looking forward to harvesting grapefruit, limes and maybe even olives and avocados. But she doesn’t live in Spain, she lives in Silver Creek, British Columbia. Thanks to a funky-looking 33-foot round geodesic dome greenhouse, Mast can grow exotic produce, as well as an array of regular plants, vegetables and flowers….

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New Stuyahok, AK Builds Their Own Growing Dome Greenhouse

June 18, 2010

Growing Dome Greenhouse in New Stuyahik Alaska is growing fresh food for the community year-round

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Community Rallies Around Jay Middle School in Maine

June 15, 2010

By Bobbie Hanstein • Jun 13th, 2010 On Saturday, about 100 or so volunteers helped assemble a geodesic Growing Dome Greenhouse at Jay Middle School in Maine. The design and grant funding for the geodesic dome greenhouse at Jay Middle School is thanks to two 14-year-old students. The actual construction of the 22-foot-radius wood and…

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Rows of freshly harvested carrots and beets with their leafy tops attached

Green Living 101: Grow Your Own Food

June 4, 2010

Green Living 101: Grow your own food in Colorado Worried about America’s addiction to oil? Do you want to rely less on oil and live off the vegetables and fruits of your labor? Want to grow your own organic food all year around, even in the dead of winter in the bitter Colorado Rocky Mountain…

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Scouts and adult leaders standing together beside a greenhouse

Girl Scout Troops Build Greenhouse

May 12, 2010

Our Pagosa Springs Colorado local Girl Scout Troops are amazing!! And so handy too! These young girls (7 & 8 years old) built the entire 12′ Growing Dome structure in just two short days with the help of Udgar Parsons, Tom McCollough, and Ed Simpson. The girls will be planting vegetables in the Dome once the…

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Large geodesic greenhouse on an open site beside a road

Toyota & Growing Spaces

November 18, 2005

Toyota Takes Factory Efficiency to the Next Level Treehugger.com -November 16, 2005 07:30 AM – John Laumer, Philadelphia Plenty of businesses encourage recycling and perhaps “green purchasing”. Some, even a few of the big multinationals, are famed for their occasional green designs. We haven’t seen many big companies, though, which continually green their designs, continually…

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