The lease period for garden plots that are offered through the City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department ends Friday, Oct. 9. Gardeners are reminded to remove all non-plant material, including wire, stakes, plastic, etc. so that the parcels can be tilled under by the Parks Division.

Excess produce can be donated to Table to Table, a local nonprofit organization that distributes food donations to other area nonprofits for use in meal programs. Call 319-337-3400 to make arrangements for a donation.

For more information, contact the Parks Office at 319-356-5210.