The All Things Food SDG Community Food Network and Growing Up Organic will be hosting a free “How to Start an Organic School Garden” workshop on Monday, April 30th from 6 - 8 p.m. at South Nation Conservation in Finch.

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Mountain - April 10, 2012 - Are you interested in starting a garden at your daycare, school or college?

The All Things Food SDG Community Food Network and Growing Up Organic will be hosting a free “How to Start an Organic School Garden” workshop on Monday, April 30th from 6 - 8 p.m. at South Nation Conservation in Finch.

Alissa Mae Campbell, coordinator of Growing Up Organic Ottawa, will share her knowledge and expertise with participants. Topics will include: garden-based education, how to build a school garden program, curriculum connections, and resources for successful school gardens. School garden teams of 2-4 (teachers, parents, volunteers, school administrators, and other personnel) are encouraged to attend. The workshop is free, but space is limited and registration is required.

Interested participants are encouraged to contact Dana Kittle, All Things Food Coordinator to register for the workshop (by e-mail dana@allthingsfoodbouffe360.ca or by phone (613) 875-3262). Details on the workshop can also be found on All Things Food’s website at www.allthingsfoodbouffe360.ca