Spruce Hill: Greensgrow Urban Farm Talks Food Insecurity And Community
Greensgrow Farm was created to bring fresh, locally-grown produce to Philadelphia. Today, two locations and mobile markets (in Fishtown and West Philadelphia) provide fruits, vegetables, flowers and a sense of community across the city. The urban farm located at 5123 Baltimore Ave. seeks to raise awareness of the necessity of wholesome agricultural practices, as well […]
Northwest: Teens 4 Good Program Empowers Youth Through An Urban Farm
Teenagers have taken the lead of a half-acre urban farm at the Schuylkill Center, in Northwest Philadelphia, to provide the community with fresh food. Teens 4 Good is an Environmental Education program empowering youth and teaching them traditional farming, how to maintain a business and where their food comes from. [vimeo 98934890 w=500 h=281] Run […]
Kensington: Garden Brings Camaraderie Back to Community
When Elizabeth VanUmesseren recollected her views about a vacant lot on the corner of Master and Lawrence Streets many years ago, she said plans for cultivating the lot into a community garden didn’t look promising. VanUmesseren said the Catholic Worker house, located a few blocks away on 430 W. Jefferson St., played a big part […]
West Philadelphia: Local Youth Celebrate Healthy Eating and Wellness
On Saturday, May 21, families, nutritionists and local residents gathered in Woodland Presbyterian Church, located at 401 S. 42nd St., for the third annual Eats and Beats fundraiser, a benefit dinner celebrating the efforts of local students who strive to improve the health and wellness of West Philadelphia. The event, which took place from 5:30 […]
Germantown: Wyck House Hosts Gardening Lecture
Perhaps dreaming of warmer days, a group of garden enthusiasts, amateur and experienced alike, recently met in the Education Center at the Wyck Historic House and Garden to listen to a presentation on how to grow the best flower garden this upcoming spring and summer, and beyond. Jennie Love, the owner and head designer of Love […]