Happy Summertime!

Happy Summer 2014!We've had a great year, so far. Two delightful art shows and auctions were held at Penny Cluse Café and August First Bakery this springtime as a benefit for HANDS. Many artists decorated wooden hands and donated them. In turn, we held auctions and the gorgeous hands now hang in homes all over the area. Special thanks to the artists as well as business owners Holly Cluse and Jodi Whalen!Next up, we've received some funding from New England Grass Roots Environment Fund so that we can improve some raised garden beds at the Ethan Allen Residence in Burlington. We'll provide 8 weeks of educational programming and the chance for residents and their families, staff, and hopefully some neighborhood kids to play in the dirt, spend time in the sunshine growing their own food, learning even more about healthy food choices, and nurturing friendships.  HANDS is partnering with the Vermont Community Garden Network and Ethan Allen Residence. Stay tuned for photos and stories to come!