by Geeks on the Beach | Apr 5, 2017 | Events, Village Vibe
Celebrate 25 years of composting and conservation with music, food, and beer ›› Marika Smith The Compost Education Centre is celebrating 25 years of composting and conservation this year! Help us celebrate many happy years of compost and soil conservation...
by Geeks on the Beach | Mar 21, 2016 | Buzz, Events
Our soils are living, breathing ecosystems and the foundation from which over 90% of our food comes from, yet its significance is often overlooked. With growing concerns over food security and food access, many people are turning to their own backyards and boulevards...
by Geeks on the Beach | Nov 23, 2015 | News
Accessing the foods you need and desire can be an important aspect in feeling settled in a community. Some newcomers, such as refugees, may look to be connected with local and healthy food, particular culturally relevant ingredients or even just grocery stores in...
by Geeks on the Beach | Oct 1, 2014 | Buzz, Village Vibe
›› Alysha Punnett “Isn’t it illegal?” “I heard you’ll get fined.” “We would love to grow food on our boulevard, but won’t the City remove it?” Does this sound familiar? I smile as Mike Large pedals his bike up to the Compost Education Centre’s...
by Geeks on the Beach | Apr 1, 2014 | Events, Village Vibe
›› Marika Smith If the rainy days of early spring are getting you down, try thinking about rainwater as your friend and ally in the garden! In Victoria, we receive an average of 2 feet of rainfall each year. Most of the rain that hits our properties and streets is...
