This summer the Van Buren Housing Authority plans to continue its gardening program for children. Since Dig-N-It was started in 1999, over 480 have enjoyed being outdoors and participating in the learning activities the program provides. Those children who participate in Dig-N-It all get to divide up their weekly harvests to take home and share with their family. This year, the children decided that they want to plant an extra garden plot that will be dedicated for the housing authority's food pantry.During the March 19th meeting, Shirley Williams, the Van Buren Rotary Club's President-Elect, explained how Dig-N-It worked and could help build a life-long interest in gardening. She also pointed out several ways that Rotarians could help.
The housing authority is looking for donations of plants (tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, etc.) children sized gardening tools and gardening gloves. Tax-deductible monetary donations from community members and organizations would also help fill in the gaps and purchase other needed supplies to help the children get the gardens started. Community members with gardening experience are also welcomed to share their knowledge and experience. If you can help, call Tammie Locklear, Garden Coordinator at 479-471-0438.
For more information visit: http://www.vbha.org/DigNit.asp
Photo: Van Buren Housing Authority
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