Spring is coming soon and with that comes the return of OPEN TIMES at both Community Green Spaces. Open Times are scheduled sessions that include FREE staff-led activities for children, families, volunteers and anyone who wants to drop by! Starting the beginning of April, the Open Time Schedule will include:
Girard Children’s Community Garden:
(in playground by 15th & Girard Sts, NW WDC 20009, near Columbia Heights Metro)
Wednesdays 4-6pm
Fridays 4-6pm, includes the Garden Stand. Weekly fresh veggies & herbs!
Saturdays 4-6pm
Marion Street Intergenerational Garden:
(located on 1519 Marion St, NW WDC 20001, near Shaw/Howard Metro)
Tuesdays 4-6pm, includes the Garden Stand & Herb CSA Pick-up.
Thursdays 4-6pm
Saturdays 4-6pm
A Few More Notes:
Volunteering: Everyone is welcomed to come by and help out during Open Times but if you are interested in volunteering more regularly or outside of Open Times please contact info@cityblossoms.org for more information.
Group Visits & Field Trips: Want to schedule a group visit (for any ages)? Email us and we will be happy to share volunteering and workshop opportunities in either of the Community Green Spaces. Contact Lola Bloom for more information lola@cityblossoms.org)
Garden Stands: Every week participating children and youth run small donation-based Garden Stands sharing herbs and produce harvested that day! The Stands work on a pay-what-you-can basis and proceeds support the garden activities and celebrations.