The Junior League of Greenwich worked closely with Family Centers to plan and implement an interactive learning garden at the Grauer Preschool in Greenwich on Sunday, June 3rd. The garden will provide an outdoor setting for children to gain hands-on experience in growing their own food, while teaching social and leadership skills, as well as health and nutrition. The Junior League worked closely with Family Centers this spring in planning the raised garden beds to be used as an educational, interactive garden. Committee members were eager to get their hands dirty, and showed up to build the garden itself this past Sunday, along with a team member from Family Centers, and a gardening advisor. Beginning this summer, the Grauer Preschool curriculum will include gardening, where students will plant and care for vegetables, which they will enjoy together once they are ready for harvest. Continue Reading →