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COMMUNITY GARDENS IN THE NORTH END! There are a few garden plots left for 2010! Come to a REGISTRATION DAY to sign up (first come, first serve for extra plots). Friday May 14th 2:00pm to 5:00pm at Keith Community Garden (on the corner of Burton St. and Douglas St.) OR Saturday May 15th 10am to 1:00pm at Paradise Community Garden (on the Southeast corner of Burlington St. and Wellington St.) Call Ruth for more information: 905-523-6611 ext.301
COMMUNITY GARDENS PROGRAM
Open to North End residents. Program is beneficial for physical activity, organic gardening, food access education and social interaction.
Locations:
- 240 Burlington Street East (at Wellington Street)
- 100 Burton Street (Corner of Douglas Street)
Meeting Times:
May to October - Gardeners have access to gardens throughout growing season. Special information and hands-on sessions offered throughout the season.
Goals of Program:
- To provide space for growing vegetables organically.
- To provide information on affordable food access, growing methods, storage and preserving.
- To encourage social opportunities for newcomers and those who are socially isolated.
Description of Program (activities, participants, etc.):
- Individual garden plots are available for $10.00 per season.
- All tools, organic fertilizers and organic pest controls are provided. Some seedlings and seeds provided.
- Workshops and general information sessions on organic gardening, trips to u-pick farms and preserving sessions are offered prior to and during the growing season.
For more information, please contact:
Ruth McCallum: 905-523-6611 ext. 301
