Author archives: mrgarden1

KAROLYN AND JOHN BARNES ORGANIC GARDEN AT LENNON-SENEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH The story of the Karolyn and John Barnes Organic Garden at Lennon-Seney United Methodist Church at 2084 Dandridge Ave., Knoxville, TN 37915, is quite typical of the position that many churches, particularly in the inner city and in East…

At the Knox County Garden Alliance, we take pride in our dedication to fostering thriving community gardens. In 2023, we demonstrated our unwavering commitment to sustainability and capacity building by providing essential support to our members.

Alliance Member Garden Lunch Social at Museum of Infinite Outcomes On May 24, 2024, Alliance members gathered for a delightful garden lunch social at the Museum of Infinite Outcomes. It was a fantastic afternoon filled with great food, wonderful company, and vibrant discussions about our shared passion for gardening and…

Tour for Tennessee Association of Agricultural Agents & Specialists On May 23, 2024, we hosted a tour for the Tennessee Association of Agricultural Agents & Specialists at the Brown Garden. It was an enriching experience for everyone involved, as we showcased our gardening practices and shared insights into sustainable urban…

The Alliance’s Work Featured in the Knoxville News Sentinel We are thrilled to share that the Alliance’s impactful Youth Garden Education Program lead by Co-Directors Erica Lisowe and Nick Thompson, has been featured in the Knoxville News Sentinel! The article, titled “School Gardens Making a Difference Across Knox County”, written…

Gardening Class and Tour at Concrete Garden On May 11, 2024, BRIDGE Refugee Services, Knox County Master Gardeners, and the Alliance teamed up to host an engaging gardening class and tour for Congolese Refugees at the Concrete Garden. This event provided valuable gardening knowledge about East Tennessee gardening and hands-on…