On Saturday, April 29, area adults and children are invited to celebrate the start of the 2017 growing season with a festival hosted by Grow Springfield and the Lincoln Land Community College Culinary Institute. The Second Annual Homegrown Fest will feature mini-workshops, activities and demonstrations that emphasize gardening, cooking skills, homesteading, DIY projects and more. The goal of Homegrown Fest is to reconnect the Springfield community with sustainable and holistic lifestyles and to boost attendees’ knowledge of food traditions and culture. Adult admission costs $10 in advance and $15 at the door; the festival is free to children. Lunch will be available for purchase on site, and advance tickets can be purchased online at http://bit.ly/2oE4Fcd. Questions and requests for more information can be directed to Grow Springfield at 528-1563.