Los Angeles Community Garden Council: Escape the Urban Vibe

Escape the urban vibe at an oasis just 20 minutes north of downtown LA!

Come to the Project Youth Green community garden on Saturday, March 29 to experience a nostalgic, rural feeling!  Relax in the peaceful orchard or help to grow crops from 10am to noon then stay for a delicious BBQ lunch and support more gardens in LA County with a donation of $25.
RSVP by replying to jbeals.lacgc@gmail.com

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