Edgemont's Earth Day event brightens Dayton Urban Farm
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Edgemont celebrated Earth Day by hosting 'Operation Clean & Cultivate Community' at the Dayton Urban Community Farm on Tuesday.
The event was held from noon to 4 p.m. at 933 Xenia Avenue. Volunteers were invited to launch a powerful community resource, the newest urban framing site. They aimed to cultivate the land and purpose within the Edgemont community.
They were encouraged to wear comfy clothes, bring gloves and stay hydrated while gardening.
The farm has an online produce selection and offers in-person shopping at the 2nd Street Market on Saturdays at 9 a.m.
To learn more about the Dayton Urban Community Farm, click here.
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