Community

Gardening: Cultivating the bond between people, plants and the environment

After 103 years, it is no secret: The Community Garden Club of Marlin transcends mere gardening. This small group of women and one man in a tiny town in Central Texas is bold; it embodies a holistic approach towards cultivating a deep-rooted passion for plants, fostering a sense of community, promoting environmental stewardship, and encouraging artistic expression. In The Gift of Good Land (1981), Wendell Berry pointedly wrote, “A garden gives the body the dignity of working in its own support”.

The upcoming municipal and school board elections in Marlin are set for Saturday, May 2. With early voting currently underway and concluding on April 28, residents are deciding on a variety of leadership roles and a substantial overhaul of the city’s foundational governing documents.