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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Harvest Fair
DESCRIPTION:Harvest Fair at JFK Library Sept. 12\nCatch us at the Harvest Fair\, hosted by Solano County Library and Cultivate Community Food Co-op\, on Sept. 12  at the JFK Library in Vallejo! From 11 am-2 pm\, you can watch cooking demonstrations\, talks and workshops; share and swap extra garden produce\, seeds and plants at the Community Share Table; and connect with a number of local organizations that focus on gardening\, food and community. Permaculture designer Scott Dodson will give a 15-minute talk on garden tool care and cleaning at 12:15 pm and then be at SuSol’s table to answer your gardening questions.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-harvest-fair/
LOCATION:JFK Library\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:garden,partner event,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T173000
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SUMMARY:(Online) Buy Local Forum: Strategies to Build Interest in Local Food
DESCRIPTION:Buy Local Forum: Strategies to Build Interest in Local Food\n4-5:30 pm\, Register for Zoom link \nThe Solano Local Food System Alliance is hosting its next online educational forum on what goes into community members’ decisions around purchasing local food. This forum is a follow-up to an earlier presentation about local market research (the findings of this research will be briefly reviewed during this presentation) and will discuss strategies to reach target audiences. Alliance member SuSol has partnered with UC Davis around the development of marketing and messaging strategies that will encourage more people in Solano County to buy local food. Dr. Kristin Kiesel\, an Alliance member and the UC Davis lead researcher on this project\, will present and discuss the findings and marketing plan. Darren Holmes of Protective Marketing LLC will discuss a comprehensive communications strategy that builds on the research and offers approaches for specific groups\, such as Gen Z or cost-conscious buyers. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-buy-local-forum-strategies-to-build-interest-in-local-food/
LOCATION:Online/Zoom
CATEGORIES:local food,online,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260730T220107Z
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SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Bounty of the County: Teen Cooking Class
DESCRIPTION:Bounty of the County: Teen Cooking Class\n11 am-1 pm\, Ulatis Community Center\, Vacaville \nOpen to teens ages 13-17\, this class covers basic knife skills\, sauteeing\, roasting and baking as we make a flavor-packed lunch to enjoy at the end.  We’ll make Chicken & Street Corn Rice Bowls (with cilantro lime rice\, seasoned chicken\, sautéed peppers & onions\, fresh corn & lime crema) plus Fresh Fruit Shortcakes with homemade whipped cream for dessert!  All levels of cooking experience are welcome. $20 fee helps to cover the cost of ingredients\, equipment and instruction. Register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/bounty-of-the-county-teen-cooking-class/
LOCATION:Ulatis Community Center\, Vacaville
CATEGORIES:cooking,local food,youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260922T193000
DTSTAMP:20260902T233223Z
CREATED:20260902T233222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T233223Z
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SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Air Quality Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Fairfield/Suisun Air Quality Community Meeting\n5:30-7:30 pm\, Fairfield Civic Center Library\, Fairfield \nCome learn about air quality concerns in Fairfield and Suisun\, connect with your neighbors\, and share feedback on your community’s most pressing needs. We’ll open with an educational session on local air quality\, followed by discussion. Research projects from Fairfield-Suisun youth will be on display\, demonstrating visions for cleaner air in Fairfield and Suisun. Refreshments will be provided\, and participant stipends are available for a limited number of residents. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-air-quality-community-meeting/
LOCATION:Fairfield Civic Center Library
CATEGORIES:air quality
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260902T233429Z
CREATED:20260902T233428Z
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Lawn Conversion to Pollinator Garden Workshop - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Lawn Conversion Workshop\n10 am-4 pm\, Register for Address\, Vallejo \nJoin us for a hands-on\, public workshop series to transform a water-thirsty lawn into a lush\, productive demonstration garden! This design will comply with Homeowners Association guidelines and meet the new Zone 0 fire safety standards. This project builds community connections while teaching practical skills to design a vibrant\, climate-resilient landscape. Through two interactive public installations in Vallejo\, you will learn how to replace high-water lawns with diverse ecosystems that thrive on a fraction of the water. Learn more and register at the links below:\n– Sept. 26: Earthworks\n– Oct. 3: Planting & Irrigation
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-lawn-conversion-to-pollinator-garden-workshop-day-1/
LOCATION:Vallejo (Register for Address)
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation,permaculture,pollinators
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T193000
DTSTAMP:20260730T220040Z
CREATED:20260730T220040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T220040Z
UID:33164-1790791200-1790796600@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Online) Healthy Soil. Healthy Gut. Healthy You. Talk
DESCRIPTION:Healthy Soil. Healthy Gut. Healthy You\n6-7:30 pm\, Register for Zoom link \nWhat if the healthiest part of your meal starts long before it reaches your plate? Join registered dietitian Toni Toledo for an engaging and interactive exploration of the powerful connection between healthy soil\, nutrient-rich foods\, gut health\, and overall wellness. In this virtual session\, we will explore practical meal ideas that support both personal and planetary health\, delicious recipes and a fun Rainbow Plant Challenge. You’ll leave with simple\, evidence-informed strategies to nourish your gut microbiome\, make more informed food choices\, and bring the principles of Food is Medicine into everyday life. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-healthy-soil-healthy-gut-healthy-you-talk/
LOCATION:Online/Zoom
CATEGORIES:local food,online,permaculture,resilience,soil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T193000
DTSTAMP:20260902T233707Z
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Mushroom 101 Cooking Class
DESCRIPTION:Mushroom 101 Cooking Class\n5:30-7:30 pm\, Vallejo Community Center \nChef Lisa Núñez-Hancock joins SuSol for a hands-on class to discuss health benefits\, storage methods\, and how to cook with both dried and fresh mushrooms. Participants will make a Mixed Mushroom Risotto for dinner (with optional meat toppings) and also a Dark Chocolate Bark with Dried Fruit & Seeds\, perfect for holiday gifts and entertaining! Don’t miss this hands-on cooking class where we will gather as community to make and enjoy a seasonal dinner together\, just in time for cooler fall weather. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-mushroom-101-cooking-class/
LOCATION:Vallejo Community Center
CATEGORIES:cooking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T160000
DTSTAMP:20260902T233549Z
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Lawn Conversion to Pollinator Garden Workshop - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:10 am-4 pm\, Register for Address\, Vallejo \nJoin us for a hands-on\, public workshop series to transform a water-thirsty lawn into a lush\, productive demonstration garden! This design will comply with Homeowners Association guidelines and meet the new Zone 0 fire safety standards. This project builds community connections while teaching practical skills to design a vibrant\, climate-resilient landscape. Through two interactive public installations in Vallejo\, you will learn how to replace high-water lawns with diverse ecosystems that thrive on a fraction of the water. Learn more and register at the links below:\n– Sept. 26: Earthworks\n– Oct. 3: Planting & Irrigation
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-lawn-conversion-to-pollinator-garden-workshop-day-2/
LOCATION:Vallejo (Register for Address)
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation,permaculture,pollinators
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T233850Z
CREATED:20260812T002047Z
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SUMMARY:(Suisun City) Sea Level Rise Working Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fun\, free\, and interactive working group meetings where we look to Solano residents to weigh-in on adaptation solutions. The working group is part of the Solano Bayshore Resiliency Project\, a collaborative adaptation planning effort between Solano County agencies\, cities\, and partner organizations to create a Regional Shoreline Action Plan. This morning will include a short walk to discuss potential sea level rise adaptation options along the Suisun waterfront. All participants will receive a $25 gift card along with food and refreshments. Space is limited\, so fill out the interest form here. Priority will be given to local residents and community members. If chosen to participate\, you will receive a confirmation a week before the event.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/suisun-city-sea-level-rise-working-group-2/
LOCATION:Solano Yacht Club
CATEGORIES:flood,flood walk,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T233957Z
CREATED:20260812T002124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T233957Z
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Sea Level Rise Working Group
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Sea Level Rise Community Working Group\n10:30 am-12 pm\, Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District \nJoin us for fun\, free\, and interactive working group meetings where we look to Solano residents to weigh-in on adaptation solutions. The working group is part of the Solano Bayshore Resiliency Project\, a collaborative adaptation planning effort between Solano County agencies\, cities\, and partner organizations to create a Regional Shoreline Action Plan. Attendees will be able to join a special Wastewater Plant Tour led by Vallejo Flood and Wastewater staff. All participants will receive a $25 gift card along with food and refreshments. Space is limited\, so fill out the interest form here. Priority will be given to local residents and community members. If chosen to participate\, you will receive a confirmation a week before the event.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-sea-level-rise-working-group-2/
LOCATION:Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District
CATEGORIES:flood,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260902T234043Z
CREATED:20260519T005913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T234043Z
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SUMMARY:Solano County Air Quality Summit
DESCRIPTION:Solano County Air Quality Summit\n9 am-4 pm\, Joseph A. Nelson Community Center\, Suisun City \nThe Air Quality Summit will bring together air quality experts\, policymakers\, community-based organizations\, nonprofits\, and community members to explore the future of air quality in Solano County. By focusing on data-driven and community-led solutions\, this countywide Air Quality Summit will advance discourse and action to improve public health and environmental justice in communities across Solano. Join key stakeholders for interactive sessions and workshops to share the latest information on air quality and collaborate on tangible solutions to address air quality issues. Lunch and participant stipends will be available. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/solano-county-air-quality-summit/
LOCATION:Joseph Nelson Community Center\, Suisun City
CATEGORIES:air quality,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260902T234218Z
CREATED:20260902T234217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T234218Z
UID:33298-1792836000-1792843200@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Growing Moringa Class
DESCRIPTION:Growing Moringa Class\n10 am-12 pm\, Vallejo People’s Garden \nDiscover the Moringa tree in this class designed by Moringa University. Whether you are a gardening enthusiast\, a wellness advocate\, or passionate about sustainable living\, this class will deepen your connection to regenerative agriculture and holistic health. Learn the essentials of planting\, nurturing\, and harvesting moringa\, explore the health benefits and culinary uses of this nutrient-dense plant\, honor the global history and traditional medicinal roots of the Moringa tree\, and practice land stewardship methods that heal the soil while growing food. Learn more and register here. \n 
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-growing-moringa-class/
LOCATION:Vallejo People’s Garden\, Mare Island
CATEGORIES:garden,permaculture,resilience,trees
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261029T180000
DTSTAMP:20260902T234428Z
CREATED:20260902T234357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T234428Z
UID:33300-1793289600-1793296800@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vacaville & Online) Solano Farm to School Public Forum
DESCRIPTION:Solano Farm to School Public Forum\n4-6 pm\, Vacaville Town Square Library & Online (hybrid) \nEvery child in Solano County deserves healthy school meals! Join us to hear what’s happening in the Farm to School landscape\, and how your school district can get involved. After touching on new laws and funding for Farm to School at the state and national levels\, we’ll showcase successful Farm to School models in the region (including Vacaville Unified School District). Next\, Sustainable Solano and its partners will introduce their new USDA-funded “Solano Farm to School Project” designed to help schools in Solano County procure more local food\, expand local markets for farmers\, and equip youth to champion healthy\, sustainable food at their schools. Participants will also learn how Farm to School initiatives fit into Solano County’s agricultural future. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vacaville-solano-farm-to-school-public-forum/
LOCATION:Vacaville Town Square Library
CATEGORIES:local food,partner event,youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T180000
DTSTAMP:20260902T234624Z
CREATED:20260902T234622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T234624Z
UID:33303-1793894400-1793901600@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo & Online) Local Food\, Community Health & Public Policy
DESCRIPTION:On Nov. 5\, the Solano Local Food System Alliance will hold its “Local Food\, Community Health & Public Policy” forum to examine the intersection of local food\, public health and local policies in light of the upcoming 2028 Solano County General Plan update. The event is sponsored and hosted by Kaiser Permanente. Register to attend in-person or online here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-online-local-food-community-health-public-policy/
LOCATION:Kaiser Permanente Vallejo Medical Center
CATEGORIES:health,local food,partner event,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T190000
DTSTAMP:20260812T002324Z
CREATED:20260812T002323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T002324Z
UID:33205-1793901600-1793905200@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Benicia) Reuse\, Recycle & Reimagine
DESCRIPTION:Reuse\, Recycle & Reimagine\nJoin us Nov. 5 at Benicia Community Center for this class offered in partnership with Republic Services. Learn the latest about local recycling practices\, followed by creative upcycling examples and a hands-on activity to take home. You will discover unique\, sustainable ways to repurpose everyday items into holiday decor and thoughtful gifts. Learn more here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/benicia-reuse-recycle-reimagine/
LOCATION:Benicia Community Center
CATEGORIES:compost,resilience
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