Why Grow Food?
Whether you are growing in your own garden, a community garden, or purchasing from an urban farm, being an active participant in your local food system has incredible benefits.
- Combating Food Insecurity
- Helping the Environment
- Eliminating Food Deserts
- Tackling Poor Nutrition Habits
- Helping Families Save Money
- Creating a Sense of Place
April 21, 2018 12:00 am
Seedling Sale at The Frick Pittsburgh Greenhouse
Come peruse the plants and enjoy the magnificent grounds at The Frick Pittsburgh. You can read more about the Seedling Sale here. Note: The Frick...
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April 26, 2018 6:00 pm
Build it! Long-lasting raised beds
Learn to build a long-lasting raised bed and leave with additional plans for a compost sifter and compost bin. Specifics will include appropriate...
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April 28, 2018 1:00 pm
Soil Testing: Techniques and Understanding Results
With Dan Dalton, Three Rivers Sustainability Hub Manager, Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture Saturday April, 28 1:00 to 2:30 pm...
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May 10, 2018 6:00 pm
Medicinal Herb Walk
Michelle Soto, Cutting Root Farm & Apothecary Wednesday May 10, Time: 6:00pm to 7:30pm Join certified Herbalist Michelle Soto to learn about...
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May 11, 2018 9:30 am
Phipps’ 82nd Annual May Market and National Public Gardens Day
Stock up on unique plants, gardening accessories, handmade jewelry, lawn decor and more at Phipps’ 82nd annual May Market. Celebrate spring...
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May 19, 2018 2:00 pm
Container Gardening
Don’t have space for a full garden? Learn the basics of growing vegetables in pots, including site selection, possibilities for pots, making...
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June 13, 2018 5:30 pm
Urban Chicken Keeping
There are many great benefits to raising chickens in your backyard. Chickens are inexpensive and easy to maintain, and their eggs are fresh...
Read more April 21, 2018 12:00 am
Seedling Sale at The Frick Pittsburgh Greenhouse
Come peruse the plants and enjoy the magnificent grounds at The Frick Pittsburgh. You can read more about the Seedling Sale here. Note: The Frick Pittsburgh is closed Mondays.
Read more April 26, 2018 6:00 pm
Build it! Long-lasting raised beds
Learn to build a long-lasting raised bed and leave with additional plans for a compost sifter and compost bin. Specifics will include appropriate wood, hardware, building techniques and recommended soil.
Read more April 28, 2018 1:00 pm
Soil Testing: Techniques and Understanding Results
With Dan Dalton, Three Rivers Sustainability Hub Manager, Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture Saturday April, 28 1:00 to 2:30 pm Shiloh Farm, the corner of Thomas Blvd and N. Homewood Ave. Healthy soils support health crops and...
Read more May 10, 2018 6:00 pm
Medicinal Herb Walk
Michelle Soto, Cutting Root Farm & Apothecary Wednesday May 10, Time: 6:00pm to 7:30pm Join certified Herbalist Michelle Soto to learn about medicinal plants on one of her favorite trails through meadows and woodlands. The trail is accessible...
Read more May 11, 2018 9:30 am
Phipps’ 82nd Annual May Market and National Public Gardens Day
Stock up on unique plants, gardening accessories, handmade jewelry, lawn decor and more at Phipps’ 82nd annual May Market. Celebrate spring at our annual May Market, a bustling marketplace where Phipps horticulturists, local nurseries...
Read more May 19, 2018 2:00 pm
Container Gardening
Don’t have space for a full garden? Learn the basics of growing vegetables in pots, including site selection, possibilities for pots, making potting mixes and choosing what to grow for spring, summer and fall enjoyment. Participants will receive...
Read more June 13, 2018 5:30 pm
Urban Chicken Keeping
There are many great benefits to raising chickens in your backyard. Chickens are inexpensive and easy to maintain, and their eggs are fresh, great-tasting & nutritious. Participants will leave this workshop with the knowledge they need to...
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