Newark Street Community Garden Association

Grand Re-Opening of UDC’s Farmers’Market

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Thu May 13, 2010 6:06 am (PDT)

Good Food, Good Fun and Great Information – Please join the
University of the District of Columbia for the grand re-opening of the
UDC Farmers’Market, on Saturday, May 15, 2010, 7:30 AM – 1:30
PM, at the UDC Van Ness campus (located at 4200 Connecticut Ave., N.W.,WDC, near the UDC/Van Ness Metro Station).

UDC is providing fresh food and fresh ideas to help District residents
improve their quality of life. Be part of the celebration as we receive greetings from representatives for the White House, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the D.C. Council and University administration. There will be a flag presentation by the Boy Scouts of America and jazz music provided by UDC alum, Mr. Pete Muldoon. Also, learn about the Fall 2010 launch of UDC’s newest addition – the College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES). CAUSES, providing a sustainable bridge from college to the world.

The University of the District of Columbia is doing its part to promote healthy living, environmental stewardship and community connections.

For more information regarding the grand re-opening please contact Percy Williams at pwill09@gmail. com <mailto:pwill09@gmail. com> or at
770-630-7602, or for general information about the Farmers Market
please call 202-274-7100.