For many in the Greater Rockford Italian American Association, the love of food started right in their grandfather’s, or Nonno’s, garden. From 11a.m. to 12:30p.m., Saturday, June 6, learn to grow Nonno’s garden favorites at 4601 W. State Street in Rockford.
The GRIAA partners with Didier’s Greenhouses to invite the public to learn practical tips and techniques to grow your own garden with the help of discussion and demonstrations. From pruning to tending, you’ll learn to grow tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and cuccuzza along with herbs basil and oregano.