The farm will be a presenter for “Making Community Gardens Flourish: Growing Communities, Raising Healthy Kids” at Rooting DC 2011 on Saturday, February 19 at Coolidge High School. This panel will discuss the process of bringing community stakeholders together to start a community or school garden. Issues discussed will include land acquisition, spreading the word, negotiating the political landscape, and the community outreach necessary to sustain and expand your program. Catch us in the morning and then stick around all day for a great lineup of panels and activities. More info here.
[...] City is preparing for conversations about rooftop gardening and a food policy brainstorm, and the Farm at Walker Jones plugs its session on youth and community gardens. Check back for interviews with presenters and more [...]