The Yarmouth Community Garden’s mission... to create an organic garden for Yarmouth citizens that offers plots for renters; produces fresh vegetables and flowers for distribution to area residents and seniors in need; is a learning tool for Yarmouth's youth; and provides a gardening experience that benefits all of Yarmouth through education, mentoring, and volunteer participation. We strive to provide the services of a safe, beautiful & well-equipped garden facility for our plot renters; to grow, harvest & distribute high-quality organic produce to the recipients of our food donations; to serve as a community-building and educational resource for all residents of Yarmouth.
Yarmouth Community Garden, PO Box 786, Yarmouth, ME, 04096
GARDEN EXPLORERS wanted for summer fun in the Children's Garden at the Yarmouth Community Garden. Sign up your Roots ages 4-7 and Shoots ages 8-10 today at Yarmouth Community Services 846-2406. Kids learn the basics of organic gardening through fun and games in a beautiful, healthy environment. Just $45 for 8 sessions or $25 for 4.
THANK YOU YCG GARDENERS, VOLUNTEERS & SUPPORTERS FOR A BOUNTIFUL SEASON IN 2008!
We look forward to growing with you in 2009!
GARDENERS WANTED
for the 2009 season at the Yarmouth Community Garden.
Rent a 10' by 10' plot for just $25 ($35 for non-Yarmouth residents). Our deer-free organic garden on East Main Street features fertile soil, a sunny location, compost, and a convenient water supply. If you're new to gardening, this is a great opportunity to meet and learn from fellow gardeners. Sign up at Yarmouth Community Services today (846-2406) and Come Grow With Us this summer!
For More Information,please contact Rental Plot Coordinator, Marjorie Stone, by email: jrogers3@maine.rr.com
FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES...
YARMOUTH COMMUNITY GARDEN EXPLORER PROGRAM in the CHILDREN'S GARDEN
The popular Garden Explorer Program in the Children's Garden returns for a third season in 2009.
Kids plant, nurture, harvest and eat their own organic produce. They'll learn all about the cycle of life in the garden through active games, songs, stories and art projects.
Weekly classes will be offered through July and August.