Barrett writes in…

Just thought I would share some positive news about the Yes to Yum Garden at Renfroe.

The garden has recovered well from last month’s vandalism with the help of DREAM Camp’s All Girls Green Team and some very helpful city employees. I have attached some photos of some new garden art that was created by the kids of DREAM Camp. The project was facilitated by our art instructor Terry Greer and was made over a three day period. All of our middle school campers participated and were very excited to welcome the new addition to the garden.

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Barrett writes in…

I am disappointed to say the Yes to Yum Garden at Renfroe Middle School was the victim of some minor vandalism.

Some swiss chard and kale was pulled up by the roots and tossed on the ground. Several melons and tomatoes were picked and thrown against the back wall to the old gym. Some of those plants were also uprooted. The tomato cages were also pulled out and thrown throughout the garden. We also had pumpkins growing which were picked and smashed. Much of the plants that did not have any fruit or vegetables growing did not receive any damage. It is discouraging that someone would do this, but we will not let it deter us as we move forward.

If anyone has any information please let us know.  I have informed the Decatur Police Department and will be informing the school principal.

Erin sends along info for next week’s Decatur Farm to School Showcase at Renfroe…

You are cordially invited to the Decatur Farm to School Showcase on April 27, 2010 to enjoy local hors d’oeuvres and celebrate the successful completion of the first Farm to School Teacher workshop series. Participants will have the

opportunity to hear first-hand experiences from teachers and catch a glimpse into the day of a life of a Decatur student immersed in gardening, local food investigations and hands-on taste testings.

The Showcase will be held at Renfroe Middle School 220 West College Avenue Decatur, GA 30030-5299

The ribbon cutting for the “Yes to Yum” Garden will begin promptly at 5:15pm.

Please RSVP [Here] by April 17, 2010 or email: erin@georgiaorganics.org