In Person: Community Connections with Franklin Park Conservatory

In Person: Community Connections with Franklin Park Conservatory

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Children will get hands-on experience working in a community garden and learn about the impactful gardens in our Columbus neighborhoods. Who this In Person Event is for: Ages 2-12. Adult caregivers are required to accompany child participants. Siblings of participants outside this age range are welcome but may find the event to be less meaningful and fulfilling. What you’ll be doing: We are partnering with Franklin Park Conservatory’s Growing to Green program and the Bexley Community Garden to help children explore the importance of community gardening and the sustainability of urban agriculture. Master Gardeners will be on-site to share their knowledge, introduce different gardening techniques, and guide hands-on activities in the garden. Children will have the opportunity to dig in, learn how gardens grow, and discover ways they can make a positive impact in their community. Specific Instructions: Please wear clothing conducive to gardening. Bring a water bottle and wear sunscreen. Optionally, bring gardening tools, gloves, and a blanket to sit on in the garden. We will have plenty of gardening supplies to share. All other supplies will be provided. While Franklin Park Conservatory partners with us on this event, please note that the event is not held AT Franklin Park Conservatory. Please use the address provided in the confirmation email to locate the community garden where we will be volunteering. Why you'll be asked to donate: Every time we're able to design, coordinate, and offer an opportunity for kids to give back, it's with the help of supporters like you. Please consider making a generous gift to help us continue to empower kids to create a kinder community with their hearts, hands, and minds. [Eventbrite tags: Environment, Charity & Causes, Other, Garden, Volunteer, Service, Volunteering, Kindness, Familyfriendly, volunteer_opportunities]