Peachy
The College building commonly known as the Parker-Rice Estate sits empty, awaiting restoration, at the corner of Lenox Road and Union Avenue.
But the property has benefited at least a few members of the Union community.
A large apple tree on the east side of the building offers a ready supply each fall for Office of Communications staffers who cut through the backyard on their trips to campus from 69 Union Ave. And staffers from Campus Safety and Facilities have been seen shaking the branches every once in a while.
This fall, however, there was an unexpected treat: a small tree, right next to the apple tree, produced about two dozen large, juicy peaches for a steady stream of visitors.
But only for a few days, said Tom Heisinger, director of grounds. “I guess news travels fast. They were delicious.”