Education and Service Learning - Urban Roots MN
1110 Payne Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55130
Eligibility
Hours
Languages
Spanish
Interpretation services
Interpreters available
Application process
Call; email
Service area
Saint Paul, MN
Other Information
Languages
Program Fees
Description
Provides educational classes and service learning opportunities for groups: Gardening Education Classes: throughout the growing season, garden interns provide youth groups and adults with fun, hands-on learning projects at Urban Roots gardens. Community groups learn organic growing techniques and help with planting, maintenance and harvesting. Cooking and Nutrition Education Classes: hands-on nutrition classes taught to students in St. Paul Public Schools and other educational partners. Youth and families are taught cooking at various community sites. Environmental Educations Classes: promotion of environmental awareness to elementary and middle school children. Farm Field Trips: Opportunities for groups to tour and visit a working vegetable farm in the City of Saint Paul.?? Storytime in the Garden: Weekly story time at the Children's Garden at Rivoli Bluff Farm & Restoration Site in partnership with Saint Paul Public Libraries. This activity is geared toward small children and families.
Last Assured
01/08/2025
Providing organization
Urban Roots MN
Builds vibrant and healthy communities through youth development. Encourages youth to learn, contribute, navigate, and thrive by leading and innovating around food, conservation, wellness, and entrepreneurship while engaging and connecting with their community.