Team Up to Green Up in Chicago, IL
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) and Timberland have teamed up with Urban Juncture to transform Chicago’s Bronzeville Community Garden on July 20th, 2019.
Since its establishment in 2010, the Bronzeville Community Garden has been an easily accessible hub for residents of the community. The garden provides a place for the community to gather, put on shows, grow food, eat, and socialize. The garden offers workshops, gardening tutorials, activities for children, fresh produce, and vivacious live scenery all while keeping a green initiative in mind. SCA and Timberland have teamed up to update this historic community space by providing new sustainable infastructure while maintaining its connection to urban heritage so the garden can continue to be a green space for the community to enjoy for years to come.
WHEN: Saturday, July 20th, 8:30am to 3:00pm. Registration beginning at 8:30am with welcome remarks at 9:00am.
WHERE: Bronzeville Community Garden, 343 E. 51st Street, Chicago, IL 60625. Public transit and carpooling are encouraged. Take the Green Line to 51 St Station or use Public Bus Transit to 51st and Dr. Martin Luther King Drive. Each location is about a 5-minute walk from the garden. Street parking may be available on a first come first served basis.
WHAT: Volunteers will transform Bronzeville Community Garden and install sustainable infastructure including raised beds, tool shed, gathering spaces, new plantings, and more.
BRING WITH YOU: Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. The event will take place rain or shine, so please dress for the weather!
PROVIDED: All project supplies (tools, gloves, etc.), breakfast, and lunch are provided.
QUESTIONS: Contact [email protected].
