2023 Pendleton's Holiday Open House

In 39 episodes, we've covered a variety of topics and have had a lot of fun doing it. These are some of the most laughable moments, most of which never made it past the cutting room floor. 

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As we bid farewell to an eventful 2023, John and Karen reflect on their 40th year in business, remembering the challenges and successes that made this year one to remember.

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Karen and John sit down with long-time friend, Jeff Stafford, to reminisce about their relationship spanning almost five decades. 

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Evergreens, Amaryllis, and Poinsettias stand as quintessential symbols of the holiday season, adorning homes and festive spaces with their timeless beauty and significance. Today, John and Karen share how to care for these plants so they remain vibrant through the new year. 

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In part 2  featuring Karen's mother, Rose Mary, we talk about the narrative of the family relocating to a farm in Piqua, Kansas. The conversation unfolds around the challenges and joys of raising four children amidst the rural backdrop, the subsequent move to Iola, Kansas and Rose Mary's journey from a teacher to a librarian.

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Karen and John are so fortunate to have Karen's 92 year old mother, Rose Mary Riley, living in Lawrence. For this weeks podcast, they sit down with her to reminisce about her life and growing up in a household  with 9 children.

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Meet Jim and Mary, the dynamic couple behind the scenes at Pendleton's Country Market, who work tirelessly to keep the production greenhouse up and running. 

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Mark your calendar for Pendleton's Country Market's 32nd annual Holiday Open House, which takes place the weekend before and after Thanksgiving.  In this episode, Karen and John promote the list of local vendors and farmers who will be selling hand crafted gifts for that special someone on your list.

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Greenhouses, high tunnels and cold frames play a vital role in agriculture by enabling growers to start planting earlier in the spring and extend the harvest season into late fall or early winter. Listen as John and Karen discuss how these structures help increase crop yields, improve crop quality, and provide a more stable environment for plants to thrive in areas with challenging weather conditions.

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Certainly, putting your garden to rest as autumn fades to winter is a crucial step in maintaining a healthy and vibrant garden. Today, Karen and John emphasize the importance of these final gardening tasks and how they can make a significant difference in the upcoming seasons.

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