LIMA, OHIO (WLIO) - Activate Allen County is giving people around Lima the chance to get outside and see what is growing close to their backyard.
This is the 5th year that Activate Allen County has held their South Jackson Community Garden Block Party. There was free food from CJ’s Dog House and a food distribution by the West Ohio Food Bank. Plus, there were community organizations and vendors to talk about the programs they offer. Activate Allen County keeps holding the block party to showcase the garden and the positive impact it can have on a community.
“We want people to know that they can come down here, get a garden plot, grow fresh fruits and vegetables, and access some green space. We all need access to green space in our lives, and having it right here in the neighborhood, right by the riverwalk, is really a great place for people to come out and have a picnic. If you want to garden with us, you can garden with us, or you can just enjoy some nature out here in Lima, Ohio,” says Josh Unterbrink, Activate Allen County.
If you would like a tour of the South Jackson Street Garden to see what is growing or get more information about community gardening, contact Activate Allen County.
