A nice way to get involved around the community is to actually sponsor, volunteer, or become a member of a worthwhile cause. Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space (FoHVOS) have worked in the Hopewell-Pennington community to conserve open space since 1987. It has been able to thwart mining companies and major highways from ruining the local landscape.
FoHVOS is putting together its first ever Eat Locally Tour on September 14th, from 2-6 pm. The tour starts in the Hopewell Valley Vineyard where registered guests are welcomed to hop aboard a bus and visit three local food producers. Throughout the tour, guests will get an informative narration of the area and benefits of eating locally grown food. You must register, however.
Even if you cannot make it to the September 14th date, there are many ways to get involved with FoHVOS. Besides sponsorship, donations, and membership, FoHVOS offers a wide variety of volunteer work such as Clean Up Days, marketing and outreach event work.
If you are interested, visit www.fohvos.org.