The second annual Advocates for Health in Action "Dig In" Community Gardens Summit will be March 5, 2011, at Marbles Kids Museum in downtown Raleigh from 8:30 am-1 pm! Learn how to engage others to start, maintain, manage and enjoy the wonderful benefits of a sustainable garden. Join us for general sessions, hands-on workshops, educational booths and the chance to network with others. Plus learn about resources to help community members get involved with community gardening in Wake County.
Proposed Agenda
Registration and Educational Booths
Opening Session
Concurrent Workshops:
Garden Design and Planning
It's All About Dirt: Soil Testing & Preparation, Composting
School Gardening
Starting and Maintaining Community Gardens
Legal Issues
Fundraising and Financially Sustaining a Community Garden
Season Extension
There will also be opportunities for conversation and idea sharing, along with educational booths to visit during break times.
Thanks to Marbles for investing in the health of our community through the contribution of their space for this event!