ROBERTI COMMUNITY HOUSE - Community Gardening

Address

919 8th Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

(847) 623-4221

www.roberticommunityhouse.org

Service Hours
Monday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Call for Program dates and times

Description:

Offers three community gardens in Lake County. Provides opportunities for people to learn about planting and caring for a garden Also offers free samples of foods from the gardens.

Provides a program for middle-school age youth to learn about the following:
- Sustainable agricultural practices
- Healthy food preparation
- Nutritional eating habits and exercise

Eligibility:

Open to all

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call or visit

Documents Required: None

Contacts

Program Contact Information

Program Contact Information

(847) 623-4221

roberticommunityhouse@gmail.com

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(847) 623-4221

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

919 8th Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

Mailing

919 8th Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

1. Emergency Food Rescue - Haul, pack and deliver fresh meals to food insecure families Monday-Friday, various times.
2. Youth Support Programs - Provide a safe, welcoming place for at-risk Lake County children to find help with homework, fun crafts, sewing, exercise, and healthy snacks.
3. Adult Programs - Instructors to share their time and talents in English language class, sewing, and yoga for adults.
4. Community Garden Volunteers to assist with activities; help clean and prep gardens for summer planting and programs.

Contact Name for Volunteer Opportunities - Pam at 847-623-4221 or volunteerRCH@gmail.com

Date of Official Change:

June 24, 2025

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