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   Grow, Learn, and Snack All Summer Long! The University of Minnesota Extension and Pine River-Backus Schools’ Community Ed invites kids entering grades 3–6 to join our free “Nutrition To Grow On” summer program!

   This fun, hands-on free gardening class helps kids explore nutrition and healthy eating through interactive garden-based activities.

   Classes run Tuesdays, June 10 – August 5, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the Pine River Community Ed Building, 990 First Street N, Pine River, MN.

   Let your child dig into healthy habits and discover the joy of growing their own food! Spots are limited—register today at: prbschools.org/community-ed

   For questions about the program, feel free to reach out to Liz Goetz (Cass County SNAP-Ed Health & Wellness Coordinator) -- [email protected]

   The Pine River-Backus Community Garden, located behind the High School (north) near the school forest and west of the football / track field.

   Adult garden classes are also offered free to PRB Community Gardeners and a fee to others.  All classes are on Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.  June 17 will feature Growing Herbs and Using Herbs; July 15 - Composting 101 & Chop & Drop; August 19 - Harvesting & Processing the goods; September 9 - Cover Cropping – Why? When? How?. Workshops are open and available to the public for a $10 fee per session through PRB Community Education, they are free to any PRB Community Garden gardener for the season.

   You may visit the Facebook page: Pine River Community Garden for information or call Emalee Hedberg, PRB Community Ed program coordinator at 218-587-2080, to indicate interest or for more information.

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