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There veggie plots behind the Episcopal church are growing lots to be thankful for.

Peter Saporito, Neighbor
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What a great opportunity to learn how to garden, eat healthy and make new friends in your own neighborhood. The blessing of the gardens was a wonderful ceremony!

Located behind in Watsonville is one of many "pesticide free" community gardens started by Ana Rasmussen. She is the person responsible for the non-profit organization, and plans to start a second community garden in the coming year.

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