Gardening for kids with the University of Missouri Extension

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Health & Wellness
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will close on June 5, 2025 @ 9:00am.

Program Description

Event Details

Eating from the garden is an eight-week nutrition and gardening program for third to eighth grade students. Kids will plant and harvest produce, sample fruits and vegetables, and participate in interactive nutrition and food safety activities. All supplies are provided. This program is intended for ages 9- 15 years of age and has a limit of 12 children.  If your child is under the age of ten a parent must accompany them. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

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