The University of Illinois Extensions Master Gardeners are hosting upcoming events that look to get all members of the community involved and educated in nature. A sensory garden program will take place on Wednesday, October 18th, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The program will get started at the Brewin’ Hope Coffeehouse in Pana, which is operated by individuals on the autism spectrum to begin their employment journey.
Master Gardner Gwen Podeschi says there are many benefits to sensory gardens and the sensory garden this program will tour will provide all the senses an experience.
Another upcoming event hosted by the Master Gardeners will be a Manners Park Tree Walk. This tree walk will take place Saturday, October 21st from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., with the walk starting at the Manners Park Dining Hall.
Registration for the sensory garden program must be completed before October 16th. Brewin' Hope Coffeehouse is located at 215 South Locust Street in pana. Registration can be found at extension.illinois.edu/sensorygardens or call 217- 287-7246.
The Master Gardner’s of the University of Illinois Extension Gwen Podeschi and Janet Chiavaro appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning Show.
