The down and dirty on how to build, maintain and sustain a community garden Saturday, March 5 8:30 am to 1 pm Marbles Kids Museum, Downtown Raleigh FREE (Admission to the museum is separate) Workshops | Urban Farming Experts | Educational Booths

Fresh, healthy food isn’t the only thing that's growing around here! Join Advocates for Health In Action at Dig In, the second annual event all about what it takes to build, maintain and sustain community gardens in the Triangle. At Dig In, learn, network and break ground on a movement that cultivates community fellowship and improves the lives of those living right here in the Triangle. Discover the benefits of building a sustainable garden in your neighborhood, workplace, school or place or worship.

Topics covered will range from garden design and planning, school gardening, soil testing and preparation, legal issues, fundraising and garden sustainability, organic gardening, pest management, season extension, growing mushrooms and bee keeping. Updates on the agenda and speakers will be available on AHA's website. Reserve your spot today by visiting www.advocatesforhealthinaction.org to register and to learn more.

BROUGHT TO YOU BY ADVOCATES FOR HEALTH IN ACTION AHA is a group of diverse organizations and community members who are shaping the environment throughout Wake County so healthy eating and physical activity are the way of life.