Retain the Rain Jan. 12, 12 pm, Online Join Suzanne Bontempo from Our Water Our World to learn tools and techniques for retaining the rain and keeping it on-site in ways that benefit your garden. You will learn how to tap into the rain in ways that will help keep your garden more resilient, healthy, and pest […]

MLK Jr. Legacy Grove Ceremony Jan. 14 , 9 am-12 pm, Marina Vista Memorial Park, Vallejo Join the City of Vallejo, along with CalFIRE, Solano County Volunteers, Student Conservation Association, and other partners, in celebration of MLK Day to plant a tree in the MLK Legacy Grove. Learn more and register here.

Back to Basics Class Jan. 20- May 4, Benicia Adult Education Benicia Adult Education is offering a sampler of sustainable living courses in the spring. This 16-week course will cover gardening, beekeeping, composting, keeping chickens, and making kombucha. Students will earn a certificate from Benicia Adult Education. Click here to learn more.

Beginner Farmer Training Program Starts Feb. 8, Woodland and nearby locations This seven-month training program provides aspiring farmers a strong foundation from which to launch and grow their farm businesses. Students have the opportunity to gain farm production and business knowledge in a variety of settings as well as the option to go in depth on […]

Benicia Road Workshop March 14-16, Vallejo JFK Library This three-day design workshop brings community members together to vision a safer and more attractive road between Glen Cove Road/Rollingwood Drive and Homeacres Avenue. Residents and businesses will share ideas with professional architects from around the region who will hand sketch designs and use computer software to […]

Agritourism 101: Living Off The Land March 19, 6-8:30 pm, Journey Downtown, Vacaville This workshop offers strategies and insights that can transform your agricultural aspirations into a thriving business model. From community farm stands to flower fields, agritourism is ripe for the picking. Click here to register and learn more.

HeArt of the Garden - Introduction March 23, 12 pm-2 pm, Virtual Explore the wisdom and magic of the natural world within the comfort of your own home. This virtual event is perfect for creatives who want to actively invite the influence of nature into their creative practice. HeArt of the Garden is designed to help participants cultivate […]

Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour April 6 & 7 virtual event, May 4 & 5 in person Embark on a journey through fifty-five stunning gardens nestled within Alameda and Contra Costa counties, alongside visits to twenty eco-conscious green homes, all available for exploration either online or in person! Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Bringing Back the […]

Free Qualified Water-Efficient Landscaper Training Begins April 8, Online The Solano County Water Agency will be offering a free online Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) training for Solano, Napa and Yolo County professionals. QWEL is a highly rated certification course recognized by U.S. EPA WaterSense. The two-week course features live, online instruction four days per week […]

Solano County Earth Day Clean Up April 20, various locations Discover a clean-up site near you!  This website will help you connect with organizations across the region to help keep Solano County beautiful. Click here to learn more.

Camp Rainbow is an opportunity to connect with nature through diverse programs that are designed to cultivate a profound love for the environment, empowering children and adults to become mindful stewards of the planet. The youth spring session starts April 20 at Kyle's Temple Community Garden (236 Illinois St.) For questions, contact Sandi Squirrel at […]

Earth Day Art Walk April 20, 12-2:30 pm, Joseph Nelson Community Center Children and students are welcome to submit an art project about what Earth Day means to them for the upcoming Suisun City Earth Day Art Walk. Cash prizes available for young artists. Click here to learn more.

Come join us at the Mira Theatre Guild for a fun-filled day of swapping plants and celebrating Earth Day! Bring your extra plants, cuttings, or seeds to exchange with fellow plant enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to expand their plant collection and connect […]