July First Lady Series Event to Spotlight Agriculture

NASHVILLE – Tennessee First Lady Andrea Conte will host an event Thursday, July 22, from 4-6 p.m. CDT at Conservation Hall at the Tennessee Residence. The event, entitled, “Conservation Hall Supports Agriculture,” will focus on cultivation and gardening, featuring diverse participants that include local produce providers and organic gardeners. Participants can even learn how to assemble aesthetically-pleasing floral arrangements.

 

The informative and engaging affair is open to the public, free of cost; however, reservations are required.

 

“Supporting local agriculture is something our community must never take for granted,” said First Lady Conte. “This program will showcase the benefits and rewards of choosing community-based or organically-grown products that support local growers in our community, which is particularly important in these tough economic times.”

 

Registered guests are invited to a drop-in open house between 4 and 6 p.m. to experience educational tutorials on gardening and the benefits of choosing organically-grown local produce and even to learn how to create the perfect flower arrangement. There will be no formal program.

 

The event will feature agricultural experts who specialize in diverse facets of the field, including:

Parking is available at Judson Baptist Church, which is located at 4900 Franklin Pike, Nashville. A shuttle service will begin at 3:45 p.m. Parking will not be available at the Residence.

 

To make a reservation to attend the First Lady Series, please call (615) 741-7846 or send an email to anna.stergas@tn.gov by Wednesday, July 21. 

 

The First Lady’s Series is a monthly event hosted by Conte in Conservation Hall.

 

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