Building Basics for Urban Growers Workshop – Jun 8

Posted by Penn Urban Food Systems Community of Practice (UFSCoP) on May 26, 2026

Please join us on June 8th from 9 AM – 3 PM for the second Urban Growers Workshop (UGW) to participate in an agriculture build at the West Philly Peace Park (4929 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19131). Light breakfast and a full lunch will be provided.

Hosted by the Penn Urban Food Systems Community of Practice (UFSCoP), in collaboration with the West Philly Peace Park, this 2-part workshop welcomes participants to learn hands-on skills through step-by-step instruction, gaining confidence in basic carpentry techniques transferable to their own gardens. No prior build experience needed!

In the morning, part 1 of the workshop will consist of participants helping build new raised beds (including chair accessible raised beds) for West Philly Peace Park. In the afternoon, part 2 of the workshop will consist of participants building a pollinator house to take back to their community gardens. All necessary materials and resources will be provided during the session.

Participants should have access to farms, gardens, and/or other growing spaces that are open to the community. Participants must come dressed in closed-toed shoes and long pants. All necessary materials, tools, and protective equipment will be provided.

Event Details:

• When: June 8th from 9 AM – 3 PM
• What: Building Basics for Urban Growers – Urban Growers Workshop (UGW)
• Where: West Philly Peace Park (4929 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19131)
• Instructor: Elliot Bullen, PennPraxis

Register here.

Please register by May 29th. Spots are limited.

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