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While many local public gardens are closed, some are open by reservation. Here is an example of a private pregnancy photoshoot at Mill Pond Garden in Delaware. Photo by Michael Zajic.

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Win a free Dramm rain wand in your choice of colors! See contest details on page 5.

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Serviceberry Jam made from locally foraged berries. There are two big caveats before going on your own urban (or suburban, or even rural) edible foraging walk: Know whose land it is and know your plants. You may forage as you wish in the public right-of-ways on sidewalks, streets, and medians. You may not trespass or reach into private property without the owner’s permission. Always ask with a friendly smile and respect the owner’s decision.

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In addition to the harvest-sharing programs described in our article on page 20, there is a new one, Grow a Row FC, based in Falls Church, VA. They are seeking volunteers to join their community-wide effort to grow fresh produce for Food for Others and its food pantry partners during this public health and economic crisis. Participating is easy: Pledge to dedicate a row of your garden or a container to growing food to donate and report to Grow a Row FC the weight or size (example: five carrots) of your donations. No amount is too small. Sign up to volunteer on the GrowaRowFCcom website or by emailing growarowfc@gmail.com. This project is supported by Virginia Cooperative Extension and endorsed by the Fairfax Food Council.

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