Govenor Rick Snyder Visits Allen Market Place

Posted on January 30, 2013 by kristinaa

Governor Rick Snyder joins with Habitat for Humanity and GM Foundation volunteers to help complete construction of the Allen Market Place (AMP). When completed in June, AMP will launch multiple innovative programs designed to strengthen the mid-Michigan food system. Photo by Lynne Brown.

 

Hunter Park GardenHouse Plant Sale Fundraiser Pre-Order (ends February 22nd)

The Hunter Park GardenHouse is excited to announce our first-ever Plant Sale Fundraiser! We’ll be taking Pre-Orders now until February 22nd. We have multiple tomato, pepper, and eggplant varieties as well as kale, collards, swiss chard, brussel sprouts, herbs, and flowers. Pricing, varieties, and more info can be found on our website, as well as order forms available in the GardenHouse and at Allen Neighborhood Center. For more information, contact Rita at 517-999-3910 or
ritao@allenneighborhoodcenter.org

 

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VITA Tax Preparation Assistance coming to ANC!

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Maria Brummel

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

WHAT IS THE VITA PROGRAM?

The VITA Program offers free tax help to low- to moderate-income (generally, $49,000 and below) individuals and families.  Certified volunteers sponsored by various organizations receive training to help prepare basic tax returns in communities across the country. VITA sites are generally located at community and neighborhood centers, libraries, schools, shopping malls, and other convenient locations.

Trained community volunteers may help with special credits, such as Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, and Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled. In addition to free tax return preparation assistance, most sites also offer free electronic filing (e-filing). Individuals taking advantage of the e-file program will receive their refunds in half the time compared to returns filed on paper – even faster when tax refunds are deposited directly into one’s bank account.

  • Wednesday, February 27, 5-8pm

  • Wednesday, March 27, 5-8pm

Call 2-1-1 now for details and to schedule your appointment

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2013 Workshop Series: Garden Planning and Landscape

Posted on December 13, 2012 by kristinaa

Saturday, January 19th, 12:30-2pm
Planning Your Gardening Year
 with Linda Anderson

Saturday, February 2nd, 12:30-2pm
Landscape Design and Ornamentals
 with Vicki Voges

Workshops are at the Hunter Park GardenHouse.
$5 suggested donation.
Email Anji at anjir@allenneighborhoodcenter.org  with questions or to RSVP. See you there!

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Thank you, volunteers! — Our 2012 Volunteer Appreciation Video

Posted on December 5, 2012 by kristinaa

A look back at all that we’ve accomplished this year. To all who support our programs, thank you!

All of the programs of Allen Neighborhood Center are made possible by the generous energy and involvement of our neighbors and community volunteers. In 2012, over 150 neighbors committed to a weekly volunteer position, serving over 5000 volunteer hours. Most serve two hours a week. To join our volunteer program, contact our volunteer coordinator at kristinaa@allenneighborhoodcenter.org or (517) 999-3919.

Select still photos from the Lansing State Journal.

 

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Surprise! One more Allen Street Farmers Market this Wednesday, 2:30-6:30pm at the GardenHouse.

Posted on November 27, 2012 by kristinaa

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The last market of the year! Come get your Thanksgiving goods! Wednesday, November 21st

Posted on November 21, 2012 by kristinaa

Join us at the Hunter Park Garden House this week!!
Wednesday, November 21, 2:30 to 6:30pm!
Turn south on Clifford from Kalamazoo and park in the lot or on the street!

Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB) continues through November so follow us to the Garden House!  Come celebrate!  Michigan’s fall bounty is beautiful and delicious!

Green Eagle Farm: Continues to offer an amazing array of foods at this booth!
Hickory Knoll Farms Creamery: Farmstead chevres, feta and French style fomme!
Stone Circle Bakehouse: possibly!
Ofilia’s El Burrito Bakery: Tamales, hot or wet burritos, salsa and enchiladas!
Peace Works!: Shirts, flower incense burners, peace signs, fiber jewelry and magnets!
Applegarth Honey: It all depends on the bees if we see Dale this week!
Dry Bucket Farm: We hope to see Victoria with an array of fall produce and those amazing Michigan cranberries!
Mac’s: He will come if he has enough produce for us!  Hope so!
Alices Kitchen: Raymond brings delicious foods and amazing handcrafted cutting boards just in time for holiday gifting!
Tomac’s Pumpkin Patch:  Pennie brings pumpkins, squash and wreaths!

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Position Opening: Community Health Worker – Michigan Pathways to Better Health

Posted on November 19, 2012 by kristinaa

Community Health Worker Position Description

Successful candidates will be hired upon interview and qualification. Resumes and cover letters will be accepted until December 12, 2012 at 5:00pm. Salary commensurate with experience. Email resume and cover letter to: Maria Brummel at mariab@allenneighborhoodcenter.org. For further details, call 517-999-3924 or log on to www.allenneighborhoodcenter.org.

Click for Full Position Description

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We’re back! Allen Street Farmers Market + Hunter Park GardenHouse = Cutest market ever?

Posted on November 14, 2012 by kristinaa

We’re in the GardenHouse! Parking is available at the intersection of Clifford and Marcus St on the east side of Hunter Park. See you there!

P.S. We’ve got tunes! Ervin Boyd is a slide-guitar bluesman. He was born and raised in Lansing, MI into a large, church-going family. Since 2004 he has made a name for himself at open mic-nights and sit-in Jams in and around Lansing.

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The market continues.. in the Hunter Park GardenHouse!

Posted on November 7, 2012 by kristinaa

Here's what you can find at the market this week!

Parking is available for the Hunter Park GardenHouse in the lot on the east edge of Hunter Park, at Clifford and Marcus Sts. See you there!

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Position Opening: Allen Street Food Hub Assistant Director

Posted on November 6, 2012 by kristinaa

Allen Street Food Hub Assistant Director

Successful candidates will be hired upon interview and qualification.  Resumes and cover letters will be accepted until November 23rd, 5:00 PM, 2012.  Salary commensurate with experience.  E-mail resumes to: Hollie Hamel at hollish@allenneighborhoodcenter.org. Call 517-999-3911 with questions.

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