Toledo GROWs

12/27/2024

🎄🌱 Happy Holidays from Toledo GROWs! 🌱🎄

As we wrap up another year, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the gardeners, volunteers, supporters, and partners who make our network such a thriving place of growth and connection. Your hard work, passion, and dedication to growing healthful food not only nourish our bodies but also build stronger, more vibrant communities. 💚

This season, we wish you warmth, joy, and peace with your loved ones. As we look to the new year, let’s continue to grow together—nurturing both the earth and each other. We are so thankful for the amazing community we've built, and we can’t wait to see what we will accomplish together in 2024. 🌻✨

Here’s to a new year full of growth, learning, and shared moments. Together, we thrive! 🌿

Warmest wishes,
The Toledo GROWs Team 💚🌱

12/26/2024

12/21/2024

St Ursula Academy's Senior Leadership Program reached out to us as an organization that they would like to partner with to help complete their capstone project. The Perfect Planters were eager to learn and helped us grow some of our online resources for our community. We are grateful for the opportunity to have worked with a group so passionate about growing and eating healthy food! Check out this pesto recipe tip sheet that they created through this project.

12/20/2024

Last Day of our Holiday Market Stand Orders!

✨ Brought to you by the Honey Bees at Toledo GROWs! ✨

🕯️ Hunny Bear or Pillar Beeswax Candles - $5 each

🕯️ Beeswax Tea Light Candles - $3 per set of 6

🐝 Crafty Beeswax Bugs - $3 each

🖊️ Beeswax Sticks - $2 each

🍯 Toledo GROWs Honey & Tea Gift Baskets - $15

🍯 Honey –
10oz jar – $8
21oz jar – $15
40oz jar – $30

🌟 Hurry, supplies are limited! 🌟

You can call and place your order before visiting 419.720.8714 and stop by the farm (900 Oneida St.) from 9:00am until 4:00pm for holiday gift baskets!

12/20/2024

New Addition to the Farm!
This bench was created by students from Ottawa Hills during their Agora week. This is a week where students choose a non-profit agency to learn more about, then they create a bench that can be used as a conversation area for that organization. We appreciated the opportunity to work with these students and grateful for this beautiful bench to encourage connection! Check out the beautiful details.

12/19/2024

🌟 Why Toledo GROWs Matters 🌟

Over the coming weeks, we’re sharing inspiring quotes from our incredible board members about why Toledo GROWs is close to their hearts. Their words reflect the passion and purpose behind our mission to cultivate thriving communities through urban agriculture and education.

Follow along to hear their unique perspectives and discover what makes Toledo GROWs so impactful! 💚🌱

12/19/2024

Wishlist Wednesday!

For educational purposes,..

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Plantskydd is Swedish for ‘plant-protection,’ where it was first developed to protect its vast tree plantations from browsing by deer, rabbits and moose—while also adhering to its strict environmental laws.

It is equally effective protecting ornamentals, shrubs, trees, and food crops—and safe for pollinators too!

Find this item on our Amazon Wishlist for purchase to support the efforts at Toledo GROWS,
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12/18/2024

✨ Holiday Market Stand brought to you by the Honey Bees at Toledo GROWs! ✨

🕯️ Hunny Bear or Pillar Beeswax Candles - $5 each

🕯️ Beeswax Tea Light Candles - $3 per set of 6

🐝 Decorative Beeswax Bug - $3 each

🖊️ Beeswax Stick - $2 each

🍯 Toledo GROWs Honey & Tea Gift Basket - $15

🍯 Honey –
10oz jar – $8
21oz jar – $15
40oz jar – $30

🌟 Hurry, supplies are limited! 🌟

You can place an order through our market stand by calling 419.720.8714, e-mailing [email protected], or visit the farm (900 Oneida St.) any weekday from 9:00am until 4:00pm through December 20 for holiday gift baskets!

12/18/2024

Our top tips for the coolest planet-friendly presents.

12/18/2024

Attention Educators of All Ages!
We would love to welcome your youth to our farm for spring field trips or bring hands-on programs to your site. Check out the basics on this Education Programs Brochure (https://www.toledogrows.org/media/1420/tg-education-brochure_vmb.pdf)and learn more about the individual programs at https://www.toledogrows.org/educational-programs/.

12/14/2024

🎄✨ Holiday Gifts That Shine with Warmth & Sweetness! ✨🎄

Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? Look no further! Our Beeswax Creations make the perfect presents for everyone on your list—natural, sustainable, and full of cozy charm! Here’s a sneak peek at what we have to offer:

🕯️ Hunny Bear or Pillar Beeswax Candles - $5 each
Light up their holiday with a warm, golden glow! Our charming bear-shaped or classic pillar beeswax candles are made from 100% natural beeswax.

🕯️ Beeswax Tea Light Candles - $3 per set of 6
Add a touch of elegance to any space! These little tea lights are perfect for creating a cozy atmosphere, whether they’re lit on a dining table or used as ambient lighting by the fireplace. Made with all-natural beeswax, they burn clean and bright.

🐝 Decorative Beeswax Bug - $3 each
Bee crafty and creative this season with these adorable beeswax bugs! Their versatility means they can be used for everything from home décor to craft projects. Perfect for adding a little fun to holiday gifting.

🖊️ Beeswax Stick - $2 each
A gift for the DIYer or the minimalist in your life! These beeswax sticks are great for crafting, creating your own candles, or just enjoying the natural, sweet aroma of beeswax.

🍯 Toledo GROWs Honey & Tea Gift Basket - $15
The ultimate cozy gift—this lovely gift basket includes a 10oz. jar of Toledo GROWs honey, 3 herbal tea bags (choose from: Improve Immuni-tea, Stress-Less Tea, Sleepy Time Tea, or Happy Tummy Tea), and a delightful cinnamon stick. Perfect for chilly winter nights, and a perfect way to send warmth and comfort.

Whether you're gifting a calming candle, a sweet honey basket, or creative beeswax crafts, these unique gifts are sure to make your holiday season brighter and more meaningful. ✨🎁

🌟 Hurry, supplies are limited! 🌟
Order by calling in and scheduling a time to pick up, 419-720-8714 or email [email protected]

12/14/2024

Gratitude in practice during our December board meeting where we celebrated our accomplishments, made plans for 2025 and took time to craft thank you cards to our sponsors and donors.

12/13/2024

Join us in our mission to increase the number of households supporting our farm through Kroger Community Rewards! Every grocery trip you make not only helps us grow but also strengthens our community. With your support, we can expand our programs, host engaging events, and uplift those around us.💚

Imagine the incredible impact we can achieve together if we add just 10 more households by the end of the year! Signing up is simple and costs you nothing extra. Just log into your Kroger account and select Toledo GROWs (GW523) as your Community Rewards recipient.

Let’s come together this season to show the power of compassion and community support! Together, we can make a real difference in our local ecosystem.

https://www.kroger.com/i/community/community-rewards

12/12/2024

🌟 Attention Artists! 🌟

The application for the 59th Crosby Festival of the Arts is now OPEN! 🎨✨

Join us for our most exciting year yet, featuring new changes inspired by YOUR feedback! We’re thrilled to announce:

- An enhanced two-day festival filled with creativity and inspiration
- More food trucks to satisfy your cravings
- Live music all weekend to set the perfect vibe
- Expanded buyer engagement to connect you with art lovers from near and far

*If you work in ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture, or wood, we want to see your amazing creations!

🖌️ Apply now through ZAPPlication and be part of our journey to make this the best Crosby Festival yet! Don’t miss out!

👉https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12749
📅 Deadline: February 28, 2025

Let’s make art happen! 🎉

The Arts Commission The Toledo Museum of Art ArtSpace/Lima Toledo Artists' Club & Gallery Ohio Arts Council Destination Toledo Toledo.com Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce Ohio Art League ArtWorks Cincinnati Artist Village at Toledo Botanical Garden

12/10/2024

Grow What You Eat!

New Toledo GROWs short sleeve T-shirts and stickers available to purchase.

T-shirts come in Two different colors: Autumn or Natural. Small through 2 XL. $20 each

“Grow What You Eat” Stickers. 2 inch x 4 inch. $2 each

You can place an order by e-mailing [email protected] or visit the farm any weekday from 9:00 until 4:00 through December 20. If you have questions or would like to make other arrangements, call us at 419.720.8714.

12/10/2024

Excited to share! A new addition to our youth educational programs. The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales by Dawn Casey and Anne Wilson helps us learn how different cultures around the world set out to live in harmony with the natural world in this popular anthology. The seven traditional tales are each followed by a hands-on activity that promotes green living and reinforces the eco-messages of the stories. Take a sneak peek at the tale and activity from Nigeria. Looking forward to sharing this and more with the youth involved with our programs. Find our more about our educational programs here,
https://www.toledogrows.org/educational-programs/

12/09/2024

Looking for the perfect gift to spread some holiday cheer? Look no further! 🐝🍯

This season, we're offering Honey & Tea Gift Baskets for just $15. 🎉

Each basket includes:

A 10oz jar of Toledo GROWs honey 🍯
3 soothing herbal tea bags 🍵
A festive cinnamon stick 🍂
Choose from your favorite tea varieties (while supplies last):

Improve Immuni-tea 💪
Stress-Less Tea 🌿
Sleepy Time Tea 🌙
Happy Tummy Tea 😄
(Most herbs sourced locally! 🌱🌻)

Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind gift! To order, simply call 419-720-8714 📞 or email [email protected] 📧.

Perfect for gifting or treating yourself! 🎄

12/06/2024

Ever heard of beeswax? Beeswax, is a natural substance produced by honeybees and has fascinated humans for centuries. This waxy substance, secreted by worker bees, plays a pivotal role in the construction of the honeycomb, a vital structure within the beehive where honey is stored. Beyond its primary function in the hive, beeswax boasts a myriad of applications in human societies. Check out more in these infographics and find some locally sourced beeswax right here at Toledo GROWS. Order by calling in (419-720-8714) or email, [email protected]