Partnering with Local Nonprofit to Launch "Edible Libraries"
Dekalb County Public Library
Earlier this year, Dekalb County Public Library launched a partnership with Roots Down GA for a pilot project aimed at overhauling the landscaping at six library locations. The new improvements include installing fruit trees, berry bushes, vegetable gardens and native plants, with the latest “edible library” opening at the Lithonia-Davidson location last week. “We will be able to produce food for the community at need at no charge,” said Dekalb County Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson.