The Ultimate Pomegranate Center Building Experience: Join Us!

Want to build something beautiful, meet wonderful people and help transform a neighborhood this summer?

We’ve got just the thing for you! Join us for a magical, meaningful experience building a community garden and park with the Salishan neighborhood.

Volunteers on site in Walla Walla in 2009

Join us: The Salishan Community Garden and Park Building Week

In partnership with the Tacoma Housing Authority and Walsh Construction

WHAT:
A joyous week of building beautiful community spaces for the Salishan neighborhood, a relatively new Tacoma Housing Authority development. We’ll work with community members to create artistic community garden improvements (gateways and fencing), a small park and shelter, and a natural playscape.

WHEN:
Tuesday, 9/8 through Monday, 9/14
Building 7:30am through 6pm daily
Celebration Sunday, 9/13 around 3:30pm

WHERE:
Salishan neighborhood, Tacoma, Washington
4205 E. R Street, Tacoma WA 98404
Map

RSVP:
To Bree at 425-557-6412 or bree@pomegranate.org.

Volunteers at dinner after a day’s work.

Volunteer FAQ

Do I have to stay for the whole week?
Nope. You can join us for one full day (7:30am to 6pm) or participate for the whole week! The more time you can commit, the more fun you’ll have…trust us!

Where do I stay?
Volunteers will be lodging in two unoccupied homes on site- it’s a slumber party! Bathrooms and kitchens will be available.

What about meals?
We provide breakfast, lunch and dinner for all our volunteers. (The after-hours wine and beer is extra…)

Do I need design or construction experience to participate?
No. We design our projects so anyone can participate meaningfully. Our skilled team mebers will help you feel like an expert in a matter of no time!

What do I need to bring?
Here is a short packing list:

• Work clothes
• Closed-toe work shoes
• Toiletries and a towel
• Work gloves (we have extras)
• Tool belt (if you have one)
• Water bottle
• Sleeping bag, pillow and Thermarest or air mattress (we will be sleeping in two unoccupied homes in the neighborhood)

Who do I contact if I need more information?
Bree at Pomegranate Center has all the answers! Contact her at 425-557-6412 or bree@pomegranate.org

Posted on Wednesday, August 26th, 2009