Septic Systems & Wells: Onsite Program This program assists applicants for private sewage disposal systems and water wells, and investigates failing sewage disposal systems and contaminated wells. Virginia Department of Health: Environmental Health Office 1502 Williamson Rd. N.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-204-9764 The Joys of Composting July 29, 6 – 7 p.m. Join Clean Valley Council for an introduction to several types of composting. Learn the ins and outs of using your own backyard composter. Registration required. Morningside Urban Farm 917 Morgan Ave., S.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 800-422-8482 or CarilionClinic.org/calendar Trail Work at Mill Mountain June 15, July 20 and Aug. 17, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Join community members to improve the trails at Mill Mountain. Registration required. Roanoke Parks and Recreation Discovery Center, 2000 J P Fishburn Pkwy., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-853-5867 or renee.powers@roanokeva.gov Vector Control Program (Rodents and Insects) This program educates the public on ways to reduce rodent harborages and feeding areas. Education and advice provided on insect infestations, such as bed bugs and roaches. Virginia Department of Health 1502 Williamson Rd. N.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-204-9764
FOOD AND NUTRITION Community Solutions Center Programs Several food assistance programs including Food Farmacy, Youth Culinary Classes, Nutrition Education Classes, Feeding Programs and Meal Distribution. Feeding America SWVA 2328 Melrose Ave., N.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-521-2242 Container Gardening with Herbs June 10, 6 – 7 p.m. Learn how to plant your favorite herbs for cooking and make your own portable herb garden in a grow bag. Registration required. Morningside Urban Farm 917 Morgan Ave., S.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 800-422-8482 or CarilionClinic.org/calendar
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Diners Clubs This program is for senior citizens who are not homebound and can meet at a central location to enjoy an activity, a hot nutritious meal and the company of others. Local Office on Aging, Inc. Contact: 540-345-0451 Feed & Read Curbside Monday – Saturday, (times vary, contact local branch for information) Free meals and snacks for anyone under age 18 from Feeding America Southwest Virginia at Roanoke libraries. Roanoke Public Libraries Various locations throughout the city Contact: 540-853-2473 or roanokeva.gov/892/Libraries Fruit and Vegetable BINGO! June 24, 6 – 7 p.m. Join us for BINGO with a fruit and vegetable theme! Learn some fun food facts and have a chance to win prizes. Registration required. Morningside Urban Farm 917 Morgan Ave., S.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 800-422-8482 or CarilionClinic.org/calendar
