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The Rob Till Community Garden was re-dedicated during a Garden Party and ribbon-cutting ceremony. This garden, now under the Grove Christian Outreach Center, aims to combat food insecurity in Williamsburg by empowering residents to cultivate fresh produce. The initiative will support 200 to 300 families weekly and includes educational resources from master gardeners. Local leaders spoke about the legacy of Rob Till and the importance of transforming open spaces into community resources. The event also featured a fellowship gathering to celebrate this contribution to food access.
Williamsburg, VA – The Rob Till Community Garden was officially re-dedicated during a Garden Party and ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Saturday. This revitalized garden will now operate as a formal initiative under the Grove Christian Outreach Center, marking a pivotal move in the ongoing battle against food insecurity within the Grove and the broader Williamsburg community.
The garden is designed to empower local residents by providing them the opportunity to cultivate their own fresh produce. This initiative aims to enhance the nutritional access of community members and is set to complement The Gathering Place at Grove, which is noted as the region’s first free grocery market. The market offers weekly distributions of fruits and vegetables to families in need, thus playing a critical role in food assistance.
During the ceremony, Katie Patrick, the Executive Director of the Grove Christian Outreach Center, highlighted the significance of transforming open spaces into resources that serve the community. The garden symbolizes an effort to honor Rob Till’s legacy and improve the lives of those who benefit from these services. The re-dedication event was attended by local leaders, including Sen. Danny Diggs and James City County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair John J. McGlennon, both of whom spoke positively about the contributions of Rob Till to the community.
The newly re-dedicated garden is also expected to benefit from the expertise of master gardeners, who will educate local residents on how to grow and maintain their crops. This educational aspect of the garden aims not only to provide a source of food but also to foster community engagement and collaboration among residents. The gardening initiative is viewed as a productive green space that will help cultivate relationships and support networks within the community.
Officials believe that this re-dedication reinforces the commitment of the Grove Christian Outreach Center to enhance health, hope, and community connection across the Grove and the Williamsburg areas. The garden serves a substantial demographic, supporting approximately 200 to 300 families each week, which underscores its potential as a meaningful tool for combatting food insecurity.
A fellowship event took place after the ribbon-cutting ceremony, allowing friends and neighbors to gather and celebrate the community’s latest addition. The Rob Till Community Garden represents a shared vision for improving food access and strengthening ties among community members in a time when such resources are more critical than ever.
For those interested in learning more about the offerings and initiatives of the Grove Christian Outreach Center, additional information is available at groveoutreach.com.
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