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Our Story
We are a community of gardeners passionate about growing food while supporting community. We are involved with decision making on garden policies and activities under the leadership of a volunteer Board. MCG has a non-profit status under Farmer to Farmer, Inc a 501(c)3 non-profit with whom we share similar visions. Our story began in 2010 when we became the reality of a group of community leaders and energetic Americorp Vista Volunteers. Growth was slow the first several years as challenges were being met one by one. In 2014, after getting a water line to the garden, we saw steady growth in number of plots rented as well as building of community. Common gardens were added in the years that followed.
The city of Menomonie leased this 2 acre plot which is a part of Phalen Park. Gardening at MCG can not be a commercial venture nor can we construct permanent structure. Our accomplishments are listed on the Donate tab. Gardener meetings have been held monthly during the gardening season. The public is welcome to tour our gardens when we are open. Translation services are available through U.W. Extension. Please ask us how to connect with them. Calendar for 2022 Year
Calendar for 2022 will be available spring 2022
Meeting Minutes 2021
May 11, 2021 Minutes (click) June 8, 2021 Minutes (click) July 13, 2021 Minutes (click) |
Our Mission - To create a place of sustainable agriculture, horticulture education and community. Our goal to contribute to the legacy of stewardship for generations to come through leading by example.
Board Members
Mary Lotten - President Danielle Clarizio - VP Sheryl Grant - Secretary Cindy Hoeflein - Treasurer Willie Miller - Garden Manager 612-718-2140 ***************************************************** Email address: menomoniecommunitygarden@gmail.com |