AustinTalks (http://austintalks.org/tag/flowers/)
Meet at 9 a.m. July 11 at Adams on any of these six corners: Austin, Mason, Mayfield, Menard, Waller and Parkside. Rose bushes and annuals will be planted, and PPE supplies, light snacks and drinks will be available. Bring your garden tools, neighbors and friends!
Rasheena Fountain reflects on her grandmother’s warmth, with a message that all can learn from her values, which were seen in her garden and across the neighborhood.
Residents are encouraged to join those already tending vegetables and flowers at Root Riot’s Harambee plots or the new Ed Bailey-Leola Spann Community Garden scheduled to open in just a few weeks.
Keep Chicago Beautiful Inc. gave the award to the Central Austin Neighborhood Association.
Students at Chicago Talent Development Academy cleaned up in their West Garfield neighborhood.
Join the Central Austin Neighborhood Association as it plants flowers this month, and volunteers are being sought for a spring clean-up tomorrow.