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Hello fellow gardeners, We have just finished compiling an electronic (it will be available in print at the garden) manual containing some gardening tips and log sheets for your reference! Take a look through the file (it will be updated soon!) before you come out to the garden to give you an idea of some basic skills and procedures. Download the Manual |
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Eatin' Fresh in the Neighborhood An eater shops at a west Michigan farmers market. It's that time of year again! Check out this website to find local pick-your-own farms and the seasonal availability of fruits and veggies. Also- browse through the West Michigan FRESH website to "buy fresh, buy local" and discover great restaurants that use only the best local ingredients. |
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A Grand Rapids institution since 1922 commonly known as "the Farmer's Market," the Fulton Street Market offers locally-grown fruits and vegetables, plants and home-made arts and crafts.The Market is located in the Midtown Neighborhood and is operated by the Neighborhood Association. The Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department provides this venue offering produce, flowers, meat, eggs, and local handmade items as a service to the residents of Grand Rapids. Visit the website to find out market hours and what vendors will be selling items. |
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Local Organizations
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The Food Systems Council is a non-profit, membership based organization that is a collaborative of West Michigan community-based, governmental, non-profit and private organizations and individuals. It brings together chefs, environmental and religious organizations, planners, farmers, community gardeners, conservationists, educators, health professionals, parents and others seeking to broaden the dialogue about our present food system and and create alternatives. |
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