The Community Garden Keepers
At the end of Elmwood Drive lies a garden, lovingly tended by a group of residents who have dubbed themselves the Community Garden Keepers. This green oasis amidst the concrete is more than just a place to grow vegetables; it’s a sanctuary for connection, learning, and environmental stewardship. Children learn to plant seeds and watch them grow, while the elderly find solace in the garden’s tranquility. Each gardener brings their unique touch to the plot they tend. From the meticulous rows of
heirloom tomatoes nurtured by Mr. Jacobs, the retired school teacher with a penchant for botany, to the wild beauty of Ms. Rivera’s flower garden, which attracts butterflies and bees in droves, the garden is a mosaic of the community’s diversity.