Grove Christian Outreach Center to Host Re-Dedication Garden Party for Rob Till Community Garden

Grove Christian Outreach Center is proud to announce the re-dedication of the Rob Till Community Garden with a Garden Party and ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, September 13, at 11 a.m. at 8901 Pocahontas Trail, James City County.

The celebration is free and open to the public.

The revitalized Rob Till Community Garden, now an official program of Grove Christian Outreach Center, represents a significant step forward in the fight against food insecurity in the Grove and greater Williamsburg community.

The garden will empower neighbors to grow their own fresh produce while also supplementing The Gathering Place at Grove food program, the region’s first free grocery market, with fruits and vegetables distributed weekly to local families.

“As a vital extension of our mission to serve vulnerable families with God’s grace, the Rob Till Community Garden is both a symbol of hope and a practical tool for change,” said Katie Patrick, Executive Director of Grove Christian Outreach Center. “This collaboration enriches our free food program, fosters sustainability and provides fresh, nutritious resources to the 200 to 300 families we serve every week.”

Fellowship with friends and neighbors will follow the ribbon cutting ceremony.

“The Rob Till Community Garden is more than just a beautiful green space, it is a place where food will grow, hands-on education will flourish and community bonds will deepen,” Patrick said. “With this re-dedication, Grove Christian Outreach Center reaffirms its commitment to cultivating hope, health and connection for the Grove community and the greater Williamsburg region.”

Event Details:

• Rob Till Community Garden – 8901 Pocahontas Trail, James City County
• Saturday, September 13, 2025
• 11 a.m.
• Free and open to the public