HOUSTON — After a fire destroyed her family home in Independence Heights, Yvette Leno wanted to rebuild something meaningful for the community. Beauty's Community Garden was created by Director, Yvette Leno in an effort to provide healthy food choices to the community.
Not only does the organization provide fresh produce, they also host gardening classes and demos.
The Martin Luther King Jr. PEACE through PIE event will be held this Saturday, January 18 from 10am - 12pm at St. Matthews United Methodist Church in the Fellowship Hall. There will be a special MLK oration, free food and a pie contest!
On Monday, January 20, join the organization for their Martin Luther King Service Day event. Volunteer activities may include: weeding, mulching, and building garden beds. Be sure to wear clothing suitable for outdoor gardening.
Visit the Garden here:
3201 Airline Dr. (at E. 32nd St.)
Houston, Texas 77022
For more information on the organization, click here!