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Grimal’s Obsession

Grimal Grove was an intriguing place to visit, but its state was devastating. After hearing its purpose and how it has impacted the local community,

Rebuilding Grimal Grove

Today we went to Grimal Grove Botanical Garden in Big Pine Key and helped with all sorts of tasks to rebuild the garden that Patrick

Grimal Grove Opened My Eyes

When Hurricane Irma struck Key West in September, Patrick’s wife and twin toddlers packed up what was left and moved to Brazil. But because Patrick

Odyssey of the Mind

Although I have volunteered at Metropolitan Ministries many times, I have never volunteered in the kitchen or at family game night. Maddie and I worked

An Eye Opening Saturday Morning

Last Saturday morning, I met with the other students at Trinity Café so we could help serve breakfast to those in need and make their

My Day at Trinity Cafe

Volunteering at Trinity Café this past Saturday was an eye-opening experience because it showed me how blessed I am and that I shouldn’t take anything,

A Gloria-ous Day at the Garden

This is my first time visiting NOLA and the experiences I’ve gained are amazing, especially being able to witness the affects of the catastrophic Hurricane

A Labor of Love

Today, our Student Service Program helped out at a community garden run by a woman named Gloria. We got into some pretty difficult labor: painting

A New Garden in NOLA

Today in New Orleans I met yet another phenomenal person who dedicated her life to the community of New Orleans. Gloria, a 70 year-old woman