The Garden Party Project, an off shoot of the farmers' market, has been installing vegetable gardens in the Manor community for two years. Our newest garden at the East Rural Community Center has had thirteen seniors sign up for 4’ X 4’ raised bed plots. The project provides raised beds, soil, compost, mulch, seeds, tools and instruction on Square Foot Gardening.
The Garden Party Project has been approved by Citizen Gardener as a partner garden. This means you may take the Citizen Gardener courses for free if you promise to volunteer for ten hours in an approved garden. Approved gardens in Manor include the ERCC senior gardens and gardens at several MISD campuses.
If you are interested in growing your own food and getting exercise, fresh air and plenty of sunshine here is your opportunity. Click on the link below for more info.
The Manor Farmers' Market and associated Garden Party Project is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization run completely by volunteers and relies on donations to support its activities. If you wish to contribute your time, expertise, tools, supplies or money all donations are tax deductible. Please contact Denise at the Manor Farmers' Market manager@manorfarmersmarket.org or 278-1611 for more information.
