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Gardening for Healthier Communities – DNA Initiative
May 13, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm PDT
FREE
Join us Saturday May 13th as he we kick off our first project for the Designing Neighborhood Agriculture (DNA) Project. The DNA Project combines topical conversations, active working sessions, and farming education to highlight the importance and need for fresh organic produce in highly populated urban areas. The Lampkin Foundation has partnered with Huerta Del Valle, a non-profit, to host “A Day of Farming”. If you don’t mind getting your hands dirty, this is the event for you.
Huerta Del Valle’s goal is to provide all 160,000 people residing in the city of Ontario with accessible organic food. They also endeavor to foster, cultivate, and build stronger relationships within the region.
Agenda:
9:00 AM – 9:30 PM CST
DNA Project Opening & Huerta Del Valle Farm Tour
Aurthur Levine & D’Andre Lampkin
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM PST
Farming Project Assignments
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM PST
Closing & Networking Lunch Reception
Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather and wear close-toed shoes. Light snacks will be available throughout the day, along with lunch.
If you have any questions email us at info@lampkinfoundation.org