| what is the gardens of Millvale? |
The Gardens of Millvale is a network of residents, business owners and friends of Millvale working to make greening and growing projects happen, while teaching Millvale residents to grow plants - both edible and non edible.
The Gardens of Millvale is run as an auxiliary program of the Millvale Borough Development Corporation, organized through the Focus Group, Clean, Safe and Green committee.
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| why? |
“Gardening is a way of showing that you believe in tomorrow.”
– Anonymous
From the ancient olive groves of Rome to the Victory Gardens of WWII, gardens have inspired hope and beauty within humanity; as well, a sense of purpose for everyday living. Today, urban farming is making a comeback in our own city and neighborhoods. In early June Millvale is welcoming six garden plots to the neighborhood. The “Gardens of Millvale” project is opening its doors to the community and asking for the helping hands of those who are interested and willing. Why create more green space in Millvale? The purpose of these urban gardens is to create a place where people can learn about and grow their own food and flowers. These community gardens are a great way to implement stewardship of the neighborhood, bring people together outdoors, provide education for youth, and restore the soil in vacant and unused lots. Not to the mention the outlet for creative expression and the aesthetic improvement of the neighborhood. These gardens are a creative attempt at moving Millvale away from an industrialized flood zone, and move toward the attractive neighborhood with opportunity and growth that Millvale is. - Amy Rappa
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To create and operate public and private agricultural sites which will involve the Millvale community in the process of designing and operating gardening areas;
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| To demonstrate and educate the general public about sustainable and ecologically-sound agriculture, agricultural ecosystems, and socially and ecologically appropriate agricultural techniques and technologies; |
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| To encourage and provide guidance to residents and businesses in creating their own garden / farm space; |
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| To provide an opportunity for Millvalian to enjoy nature and interact with the earth; |
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| To help our gardeners learn about the natural world, new gardening techniques, and ways to garden in an organic or environmentally friendly manner; |
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To create spaces community members can interact, learn from each other, and share in the creation of an aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly space.
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| progress |
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| making sure the seeds are in grow pumpkins grow |
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| Planting seeds gourd mounds |
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| sunflowers gardening is exciting |
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| unfished bed at Butler St finished and planted beds |
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| shed being built beds through the new fence |
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| sunflowers begining to sprout what a difference sunflowers will make |
| future plans |
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Classes
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Providing for the Millvale Farmers Market
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Creating alternative energy sources
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