Let’s Grow Akron, which creates and supports community food gardens in neighborhoods with limited access to fresh food, will host its annual FUNdraiser Saturday, Sept. 15, 4 to 10 p.m., at the Hive Mind, 375 W. Exchange St. The family-friendly event will include food, beverages, music, raffle prizes and produce for purchase, along with entertainment from Rhodes St. Rude Boys … [Read more...]
Let’s Grow Akron’s Lisa Nunn honored as Local Food Hero by Summit Food Coalition
Director will be honored at Sept. 26 'Savor the Summit' fundraiser' -- Summit Food Coalition will present its inaugural Local Food Hero Award to Lisa Nunn of Let’s Grow Akron at the Coalition’s upcoming event Sept. 26. Nunn, executive director of Let’s Grow Akron, is being honored for her significant positive impact on the local food system in Summit County through her … [Read more...]
Let’s Grow Akron’s legacy has deep neighborhood roots (Guest Blog)
Part I of a series -- I bet you’ve seen them around town: signs next to empty lots containing well maintained gardens. The colorful “Let’s Grow Akron” signs exude happiness, putting to good use formally unused spaces, bringing together people in neighborhoods to grow their own food, providing education with a strong focus on preserving food and healthy food choices for … [Read more...]
