Greentopia

We appreciate those that invest in our community, a dedicated team of volunteers from traded their spreadsheets for shovels to support Greentopia‘s mission of urban greening.

The team descended on our urban farm site and by the afternoon it was transformed from an urban jungle to a spring ready garden, ready for planting season!

A huge thank you to our incredible volunteers for bringing their energy, teamwork and green thumbs to make a lasting impact on our community.

We’re happy to share this special film screening from our friend and supporter Laurie Broccolo.

The Extraordinary Caterpillar celebrates nature’s tiniest superheroes and the important role caterpillars play in supporting biodiversity.

The screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring Dana Buchbinder of EcoSpark, Kyra Stevenson of the Rochester City School District, Kevin Farrell of Genesee Land Trust, and Laurie Broccolo of B-Friendly Farm & Gardens. Together, they’ll discuss how native plants can help restore caterpillars to our backyards and community spaces.

DATE: Monday, June 29
TIME: 6 PM, museum opens at 5 PM
LOCATION: Dryden Theatre, George Eastman Museum
PRESENTED BY: B-Friendly Farm & Gardens, A Broccolo Company

Join us to learn how small changes can make a big impact.


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Community Seed Sharing was a big success! 🌱

Thank you to everyone who stopped by Green Visions Farm to pick up seeds, gardening supplies, growing tips, and connect with neighbors who care about creating greener, healthier communities.

A special thank you to and for supporting local urban farming and helping us invest in residents, homeowners, and growers in the JOSANA neighborhood.

Every seed shared is a step toward more beauty, food, and opportunity in our community. 💚

A heartfelt thank you to LeChase Construction, our Presenting Sponsor for Dinner on the Bridge. 💚

LeChase’s support helps make this unforgettable evening possible, bringing our community together on the Pont de Rennes Bridge to celebrate Rochester, support Greentopia, and invest in the future of Green Visions.

Their commitment to building stronger communities goes beyond construction. It helps create opportunities, support urban greening, and grow a healthier, more connected Rochester.

Thank you, , for standing with us and helping bring Dinner on the Bridge to life. See you on July 23!

Reserve your seat and join us for a beautiful night over High Falls.
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Exciting things are growing at Green Visions. 💚

This year, we’re working to make our urban farm more accessible, welcoming, and inclusive for our community.

Our planned raised bed garden will create new opportunities for volunteers and participants of all physical abilities, including individuals with disabilities and mobility limitations who may not have been able to fully participate in traditional gardening before.

The space will also serve as a living classroom for sustainable farming, nutrition education, composting, soil health, and hands-on growing.

We’re currently seeking donations and sponsorship support to help bring this project to life.

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Bright spot alert 💚 Meet Julius Branch.

Julius joined Green Visions in March 2025 with quiet determination and an open mind. For many young adults, a first work experience can feel intimidating, but Julius stepped in ready to learn, listen, and grow.

Over the past year, he has earned his 10-hour OSHA certification, built hands-on skills in urban agriculture, supported the landscaping crew, helped harvest and sell flowers at the Public Market, and completed a four-month internship at a local logistics warehouse.

What started in the garden became something much bigger: confidence, work ethic, adaptability, and a clearer career path.

This is why Green Visions exists.

When young people are given the tools, guidance, and opportunity to grow, they can build futures they feel proud of.

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