Issue 84: April 2016

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September: Comings & Goings
September: Comings & Goings
The food we grow is a portrait of our vibrant, resilient city
Featured
Grid's Picks for Spring Fairs & Festivals
Urban gardens have many benefits. But many still run at an energy deficit
Tips to grow better than ever this year
Philadelphia Gardeners offer seeds of advice
How to make the perfect perennial pot
The food we grow is a portrait of our vibrant, resilient city
Tips on keeping bees and making your garden bee friendly
Personal Essay: Putting down roots on a patch of land gives others room to grow
Market Watch: asparagus shines in a simple salad
A novel use of federal money could aid urban gardeners in Philadelphia
A novel use of federal money could aid urban gardeners in Philadelphia
Two sisters find a way to weave love into their brooms and blankets
Adversity has only hardened the resolve of ceramics artist Stefani Threet
Adversity has only hardened the resolve of ceramics artist Stefani Threet
Paul Carpenter’s art reflects Philadelphia's street style and its greener quarters
Our generation could stop the horror of slavery—if environmental advocates will help
It’s time to double down on protecting community gardens
The Brine Street Picklery gang brings the zing
Fifth of a Farm Creations busts a jam
Baba’s Brew kombucha uses a grandmother’s recipe, and organic and fair trade ingredients
Collecting Philadelphia’s food scraps has helped Bennett Compost hit pay dirt
April: Comings & Goings
April: To-Do List
Spring gives us hope. Let’s share it with those who have none