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Look here for information on programs in the Roots and Wisdom gardens,
and programs in the Capital Region of New York dealing with
local agriculture, food justice, and youth development.

Events denoted with a

are Roots and Wisdom events


July 14 - August 8, 9:00 am - 11:45 am
Roots, Shoots, Flowers & Fruits
A series of four, one week garden programs for ages 6-11. Sing songs, read books, play games and work in the garden! Come to one week, come to them all.
Sign Up Days: April 26 and June 7, 2008, 9:00 am-12:00 pm in the park or call to Register 372-1622 ext. 286.
Cost: $2 per week (includes a snack)
Limit 20 children per week.

Part of the Edible Playground Programs and Events

Monday, August 4 2008 – Sunday, August 10
2008 BE VOCAL EAT LOCAL week

Tuesday, August 5 2008
10:30 am
Veggie Theater
St Luke’s Farmers Market
1241 State Street Schenectady
A series of skits and songs that celebrate local food.

Wednesday, August 6, 2008
10:30 am -
1:30 pm
Roots and Wisdom Open House
at Fehr Avenue Neighborhood Garden 
Garden tours, gardening workshops,
local food demonstrations, and kids’ activities! 
Join us for an adventure in the garden.

Thursday,
August 7, 2008
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10 am
Local Food Cooking Demonstration and Veggie Theater
 Downtown Schenectady Farmers Market
Jay Street in front of the Schenectady City Hall
Noah Sheetz Executive Chef
of the New York Governor’s Mansion
will be preparing culinary delights using local produce.  
Veggie Theater skits and songs will be presented at 10:30.

Thursday,
August 7, 2008
7:00 pm
Premiere screening of
Roots and Wisdom: From the Ground Up
,
a documentary film produced by
Schenectady High School students.
Proctor’s Theater, downtown Schenectady.
Admission is free.

Friday, August 8, 2008
12:00 pm
Summer Growing Program Family & Friends Potluck Lunch

Saturday, October 18, 2008 – 10:00-12:00
Garden Party! Come help us put the beds to bed! The Edible Playground, Orchard Street Park

Part of the Edible Playground Programs and Events

Thursday, October 23, 2008 – 3:30-5:30
Pumpkin Party and Youth Program Reunion.
Fehr Avenue Neighborhood Garden