Wayne State Student Center (South)
5221 Gullen Mall, Detroit, MI, United States
Join DFC for a 12-mile green water infrastructure bike tour of Detroit, organized by Sierra Club and Wayne State University.On this moderately-paced bike tour, you will stop to see rain gardens, green roofs, permeable pavers, rain barrels and other examples of green solutions in the City of Detroit.
Georgia Street Community Collective
8902 Vinton Ave., Detroit, MI, United States
In Michigan, Mother Nature takes care of a portion of the water our gardens need to thrive leaving us to take care of the rest. In this class we will explore when, how much and how often we need to water, strategies to efficiently water the garden and methods to collect and store rainwater for future use.
Fit + Healthy Garden
125 W. Goldengate St., Detroit, MI, United States
This workshop will teach participants the proper techniques for planting the common sizes of different perennials and trees. We will cover how to plant a seed, bulb, plug, quart and gallon pots, bare root trees, and balled + burlap trees. Proper watering methods will also be discussed. The hands-on component will involve planting exercises in an "I-do, we-do, you-do" format.
Mathis Community Center
19300 Greenfield Rd., Detroit, MI, United States
Purpose: With proper planning and recruitment, a volunteer group can help complete any task as desired whereas a poorly matched group can be problematic. Join us to learn about: recruiting, facilitating, keeping volunteers engaged, getting them to come back and more. Materials Needed: Project/event-day planning and volunteer task-management worksheets. Led By: Keep […]
Detroit Future City
2990 West Grand Boulevard Suite 2, Detroit, MI, United States
Detroit Future City's Land + Water WORKS Coalition is currently seeking neighborhood leaders and community-based organizations from across the city of Detroit to apply to serve as 2019 Land + Water WORKS Ambassadors! Learn more at our in-person information session on March 20, 2019.
Detroit Future City
2990 West Grand Boulevard Suite 2, Detroit, MI, United States
Detroit Future City's Land + Water WORKS Coalition is currently seeking neighborhood leaders and community-based organizations from across the city of Detroit to apply to serve as 2019 Land + Water WORKS Ambassadors! Learn more at our in-person information session on March 14, 2019.
Ford Resource & Engagement Center - Southwest
2826 Bagley Street, Detroit, MI, United States
DFC will host several office hours throughout the city. This is your chance to ask questions about how to apply to the program, the application process, ask questions about your specific project, and more!
Ford Resource & Engagement Center - Eastside
15491 Maddelein St, Detroit, MI, United States
Detroit Future City is excited to announce the Fourth Year of the Working With Lots Program. DFC will host several office hours throughout the city. This is your chance to ask questions about how to apply to the program, the application process, ask questions about your specific project, and more!
Grand River Workplace
19120 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI, United States
Detroit Future City is excited to announce the Fourth Year of the Working With Lots Program. DFC will host several office hours throughout the city. This is your chance to ask questions about how to apply to the program, the application process, ask questions about your specific project, and more!
Detroit Future City
2990 West Grand Boulevard Suite 2, Detroit, MI, United States
Detroit Future City's Working With Lots Program is back! This program seeks to attract community groups, businesses, faith-based institutions, or non-profits that are interested in turning vacant land into productive landscapes. During this information session, you will learn more about the program, the application process, eligibility requirements, award amounts, and much more. […]