06/09/2026
Hello Friends and Fronds,
From the Equality Garden Club.
Join the Equality Garden Club’s June meeting, June 17th at 6:30 at Hagen Park, to hear from three pillars of the horticultural community of Broward County.
Helena Hantzes
Executive Director
Friends of Wilton Manors Parks (2025 EGC Grant Recipient)
“Preserving and Enhancing Community Green Spaces”
Helena will discuss the organization's beautification initiatives, volunteer efforts and work to support and improve parks and recreational spaces throughout Wilton Manors.
We are honored to be sharing this time with-
Stacy Brown
Executive Director
Urban Farming Institute (2025 EGC Grant Recipient)
“Building Community Through Urban Agriculture”
Learn how the Urban Farming Institute is transforming underutilized spaces into productive gardens while educating South Floridians about sustainability, hydroponics, aquaponics and regenerative gardening.
Michelle Schmitz
Executive Director
Friends of Birch State Park
“Inside Hugh Taylor Birch State Park”
Discover the history, wildlife, conservation efforts and future projects at one of South Florida's most treasured natural resources, often called Fort Lauderdale's "Central Park."
