BlogPosts by Amanda Howell
!Under Construction!
June 26, 2020 – Build Updates From the Farm The past two weeks have been huge for the Urban Farm at Enston Home Project, which we are thrilled to say is officially UNDER CONSTRUCTION! In mid-June, build partner James White Construction sent their team out to brave the wet conditions, and complete the site prep […]
Posted by Amanda Howell
On June 26, 2020
In Announcements, Press, Sponsors, Urban Farm Updates
Digging in at the Urban Farm at Enston Home
June 2020 – Build Updates From the Farm We have officially broken ground on the Urban Farm at Enston Home and construction crews are moving in to prepare the site for this 1/2 acre production farm, which is set to be completed by mid-summer. Many thanks to our partners at SeamonWhiteside (SW+) for their years […]
Recap and Wrap Up of Harvest Dinner 2020
Our 10th Anniversary Dinner was certainly one to remember, though it looked quite different from our traditional celebration. We shifted from our usual gathering in the park, to a drive-through dinner at our flagship partner school, Michell Elementary. Raising over $22,000 dollars from ticket sales and sponsorships, we served over 750 meals to our students, […]
Posted by Amanda Howell
On June 8, 2020
In Announcements, Events, School Gardens, Sponsors
Summer “Spritzers” with Green Heart Grown Produce
TODAY’S LESSON- SUMMER SPRITZERS LESSON CONTENT- Join Garden Educator Allie to learn 3 easy and healthy flavored water recipes that will help you beat the heat as we head into the summer months! In today’s lesson, students will: Understand the importance of hydration and the health benefits of drinking enough water Identify healthy alternatives to […]
Posted by Amanda Howell
On May 15, 2020
In Cooking, Education, Green Heart at Home, Recipes
Garden-Inspired Gifts for Mother’s Day
With Mother’s Day approaching, it’s time to show some love from the bottom of our (green) hearts to all the wonderful mothers and maternal figures across the globe! As you’re searching for the perfect gift to show your love and appreciation, let our Green Heart gardens provide some inspiration for thoughtful, easy, garden-inspired Mother’s Day […]