Ever wondered what thriving community gardens look like? Ever wanted more information about starting a community garden in your neighborhood?
Then join the Community Gardens Walking Tour with the Neighborhood Gardens Trust, Clean Air Council, and Feet First Philly to see three flourishing community gardens across West Philadelphia, on Saturday, July 12th, from 10 AM until 12 PM.
If you’ve ever wanted an up-close look at a community garden and more information on bringing one into your neighborhood, join us for this walking tour. Learn about three thriving gardens across West Philadelphia:
The tour will begin at 10:00 AM, meeting at Pentridge Children’s Garden, 4929-31 Pentridge Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143, on Saturday, July 12th. The tour will then walk about 12 minutes to the Chester Ave Community Garden, and end at the Warrington Community Garden, which is about a 9 minute walk. To get back to the starting point is about a 7 minute walk.
Who is the Neighborhood Gardens Trust?
The Neighborhood Gardens Trust (NGT) is a land trust that is dedicated to the preservation and support of community gardens and other shared open spaces across the city. NGT partners with grassroots organizers and community leaders to lower barriers to space preservation. They assist with getting control of the land, insurance, tax exemptions, water service, and other resources and improvements.
Why community gardens?
Community gardens can offer so many benefits; environmental, health, social, and economic impacts can be felt across neighborhoods. The dedicated green space in otherwise concrete urban areas can act as an oasis for both the residents and the ecosystem. Philadelphians can grow fresh produce to feed their families and friends, and learn valuable skills in the process. Neighbors can get to know each other better in a formerly neglected property. Kids can spend time outdoors and help create beauty in their own space. All of these positive impacts create ripples in communities, reaching outwards to do more and more good.
For more information about Neighborhood Gardens Trust, visit their website found here
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