To Village Commons Friends & Supporters: Several things are going on at Village Commons and we need general support in a number of ways. The following are some of the things that are happening that all can be part of and support.
BERNICE GARDEN ART MARKET Beginning this Saturday, we have organized and will be supporting an art market at Bernice Gardens on 14th and South Main. Come out from 9am to 2pm, enjoy the garden, listen to some music, and support local artists. We are planning some special activities and events during the market, so if you have time to come out and help us as we begin these special Saturday activities we would appreciate your participation (more information to come). We have space for more vendors and we are looking for music groups to play during the market. If you know of interested artists, musicians and vendors they can contact Rhonda Reeves at 501-350-4055 or e-mail rhonda@canvasjunkie.com. Please inform your friends and neighbors about this community activity.
FOUCHE CREEK CLEANUP COMMITTEE Michael Haddigan is heading up a committee to put a long range plan in place to support cleanups and the protection of our special Little Rock watershed, the Fouche Creek. We have several energetic folks who have joined his efforts to continue ongoing activities that will help improve this important watershed. We are planning on several clean up opportunities and working on long range strategic possibilities for support of the Fouche. E-mail Michael Haddigan at mikehadd@ix.netcom.com if you are interested in getting involved.
HEALTHY COMMUNITIES COMMITTEE Rev. Scott Water's heads up our healthy communities initiative. The committee has made good progress putting together plans to work within our communities to encourage a comprehensive audit of homes to support adjustments needed for more healthy homes in our communities. Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities to support this effort.
VOLUNTEER AT THE GARDENS Volunteer Saturday mornings at our community gardens. We are beginning to get into the time of the year that garden support in Arkansas becomes a little more challenging because of the summer heat. If you enjoy gardening during this time of the year we would welcome your involvement. Please contact Sally Mengel at 314-608-3950 or email sally.mengel@gmail.com for information.
SWEET JUSTICE Wednesdays June-July | Second Baptist Church On Wednesday evenings through June and July, Second Baptist Church in Little Rock is presenting Sweet Justice, a thought-provoking discussion series covering a range of social justice-related issues. Each installment in the series features a different speaker, followed by discussion, advocacy - and dessert! Learn more at www.2bclr.com
FULL CIRCLE FOOD SYSTEMS WORKSHOP Saturday June 19th 3-5pm | Bernice Garden This workshop will address sustainable food systems from farm to compost pile, including sustainable production, distribution and consumption trends and why a sustainable food system is advantageous. The goal of the workshop is to explore challenges and opportunities leading to the development of sustainable food systems. Everyone is welcome to join the discussion. There will be a compost demonstration & refreshments provided. Cost is $10. Emailvillagecommonslr@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
FREE HOME ENERGY-EFFICIENCY TRAINING
FOR NORTH LITTLE ROCK ORGANIZATIONS Tuesday June 22nd 11:30pm | North Little Rock Home Depot The City of North Little Rock and the North Little Rock Home Depot will provide free home energy-efficiency training to members of civic and faith-based organizations. To sign up your organization or for more information about the program, contact the North Little Rock Energy Services Department at 501-975-8771. |