by Growing Hope | Jan 2, 2025 | From the Desk [JB]
Dear Growing Hope Family, The turning of the year invites us to pause, reflect, and envision what lies ahead. As we step into 2025, we celebrate the seeds of change we nurtured together in 2024. Each garden tended, meal shared, and bond forged has been an act of...
by Growing Hope | Nov 26, 2024 | From the Desk [JB]
Dear Friends, As we gather this week to share meals and stories with loved ones, let us take a moment to reflect not only on the food before us but also on the systems, labor, and land that make it possible. Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude, but it also...
by Growing Hope | Nov 5, 2024 | From the Desk [JB]
Partners in Progress, The reds, oranges, and yellows of fall’s great show are magic. Our eyes and hearts are overwhelmed by the natural golden beauty of life inside a miracle as we balance the sorrow behind the constant impacts of the climate collapse that stretches...
by Growing Hope | Oct 2, 2024 | From the Desk [JB]
Beloved community, For so many reasons, autumn is my favorite season, and I hope you’ve enjoyed its first glimpse. The slow unfolding of this crimson season, paired with the crisp breeze and leaves crunching beneath our feet, reminds us of and invites us into Earth’s...
by Growing Hope | Sep 3, 2024 | From the Desk [JB]
Greetings! I’m thrilled to invite you to share a meal with us during Chefs in the Garden on September 15 and/or September 22. Each bite will delight your palate and underscore the profound connection between sustainable agriculture and healthy, vibrant communities....
by Growing Hope | Aug 6, 2024 | From the Desk [JB]
Happy National Farmers Market Week! National Farmers Market Week is more than just a celebration; it is a testament to the enduring importance of local farmers markets in fostering community, promoting health, and advancing food sovereignty. In Ypsilanti, the farmers...
