About this episode

Kirkwood Hale discusses the transformation of a neglected lot in Downtown Redding into a vibrant community space.

Kirkwood Hale, co-founder of Plantable Nursery and Café, joins the Downtown Discussion Podcast to share the story behind Plantable Redding, the vibrant green space that transformed the once abandoned lot on the corner of California and Gold Street. Kirkwood discusses how he and his team turned a neglected part of downtown into a community hub for small concerts, gatherings, gardening education, plant sales, and the restoration of the Calaboose Creek in to a healthy eco system agai...

People in this episode

Guest: Kirkwood Hale

Topics covered

• urban transformation
• community hub
• gardening education
• eco restoration
• local business

Keywords

• Plantable Nursery
• Downtown Redding
• community hub
• gardening education
• Calaboose Creek

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Plantable Nursery and Café

Places: Downtown Redding, California and Gold Street, Calaboose Creek

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