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SUMMARY:(Online) Fall Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Fall Native Plant Sale\nOct. 3-9 & Oct. 14\, online & Benicia\nThe Willis Linn Jepson chapter of the California Native Plant Society is holding its seasonal plant sale\, with online sales open to the public Oct. 3-9 (with pickup Oct. 14 at Benicia and Fairfield sites)\, and an in-person sale in Benicia on Oct. 14. Plants are grown at the chapter’s nursery in Vallejo. Learn more here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-fall-native-plant-sale-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
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SUMMARY:(Online) Pachamama Alliance Climate Convergence 2023
DESCRIPTION:Pachamama Alliance Climate Convergence 2023\nOct. 5\, 9 am-4 pm\, Online\nDelve into the full scope of the climate justice movement through workshops\, performances\, and discussions that focus on intersectional alliance-building\, frontline activism\, art\, healing\, and our collective interconnection. This day-long online event brings together thought leaders in the climate justice movement. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-pachamama-alliance-climate-convergence-2023/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231009
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
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SUMMARY:(Watsonville) HUM: A Weekend of Song\, Connection & Regeneration
DESCRIPTION:HUM: A Weekend of Song\, Connection & Regeneration\nOct. 6-8\, Watsonville\nJoin Anne Freiwald and Lydia Neilsen of Vital Cycles and Della Duncan for this weekend that brings together singing\, permaculture for earth and self-healing\, and the Work the Reconnects. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/watsonville-hum-a-weekend-of-song-connection-regeneration-4/
LOCATION:Watsonville
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
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SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Compost Giveaway Day
DESCRIPTION:Fairfield Compost Giveaway Day\nOct. 7\, 9 am-2 pm\, Dunnell Nature Park & Education Center\, Fairfield\nRepublic Services will be giving away compost to Fairfield residents at this event (proof of residency is required). Residents are invited to take as much of the free\, locally sourced compost as they would like while supplies last. Bring your own containers/bags to fill. For questions\, call 707-428-7528.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-compost-giveaway-day/
LOCATION:Dunnell Nature Park\, Fairfield
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T232856Z
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SUMMARY:(Dixon) Demonstration Food Forest Installation: Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us October 7 to learn about sustainable landscape design and help install a demonstration food forest garden based on permaculture principles in Dixon! \nRegister here! \nThis public\, hands-on installation workshop series will create a demonstration food forest garden in Suisun City providing an opportunity to learn about rainwater capture\, water efficient drip irrigation and how to plant and mulch for a water wise\, resilient garden that builds healthy soil and yields food. \nDay 1: Saturday\, Oct. 7-Earthworks \n\nLearn how to create swales\, which are trenches that capture rainwater in the ground\, divert roofwater to swales\, sheet mulch to protect and build healthy soil and plant trees\nLearn small scale strategies to grow plants during drought\, floods and fire\nVolunteer tasks: digging a swale\, moving and spreading wood chips.\n\nDay 2: Saturday\, Oct. 14-Planting & Drip Irrigation \n\nLearn what plants help your garden thrive by working together as an ecosystem and convert a sprinkler system to drip irrigation\nVolunteer tasks: planting\, installing drip irrigation and moving wood chips\n\n* wear closed-toe shoes\, sun protection\, bring gloves and refillable water bottle \n* Lunch will be provided. \n*Bring your own lunch if you have special dietary needs \n*This event is designed for ages 12 and up
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/suisun-city-demonstration-food-forest-installation-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Dixon (Register for Address)
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230911T232133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T232133Z
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SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Best Practices for Fall and Winter Gardening Class
DESCRIPTION:Best Practices for Fall and Winter Gardening\nJoin us Oct. 7 in Vacaville for an introduction to winter gardening with the UC Master Gardeners! This class is focused on permaculture and best practices for fall/winter gardening in our region and will cover fall and winter gardening in our climate; watering gardens during cooler months; and a demonstration of the planting and care of winter crops including lettuce\, chard\, cauliflower\, kohlrabi and more. There will be time for Q&A and handouts will be provided with information from the class for participants to take home. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vacaville-best-practices-for-fall-and-winter-gardening-class/
LOCATION:Rocky Hill People’s Garden\, Vacaville
CATEGORIES:garden,permaculture,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230911T231207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T231207Z
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SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Bounty of the County Course at Vine to Table
DESCRIPTION:Featured Bounty of the County course by Chef Joey Jaraba of Two60 Kitchen & Bar at the Vine to Table dinner in Fairfield. Limited tickets for sale!
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-bounty-of-the-county-course-at-vine-to-table/
LOCATION:Downtown Fairfield
CATEGORIES:Bounty of the County,local food,tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T221009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T221009Z
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SUMMARY:(Santa Cruz) Permaculture Farm Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Permaculture Farm Dinner\nOct. 7\, 6 pm\, Santa Cruz\nSanta Cruz Permaculture holds a dinner outdoors at its permaculture farm near Año Nuevo State Park. The event will include a dinner of locally sourced food by guest chef Cassandra Boraiko\, music\, a farm tour\, and guest speaker Tim Galarneau with the UC Santa Cruz Center for Agroecology. Learn more here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/santa-cruz-permaculture-farm-dinner/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz Permaculture
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T221113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T221113Z
UID:30099-1696759200-1696766400@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Regenerative Ag Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Regenerative Ag Farm Tour\nOct. 8\, 10 am-12 pm\, Soul Food Farm\, Vacaville\nJoin farmer Alexis Koefoed for a tour of Soul Food Farm\, a conversation about Regenerative Agriculture and no-till methods\, and a discussion on farm economies. Walk around the farm and learn about the farm’s olive oil production\, flower farming\, and incorporating animals into the system to build soil. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vacaville-regenerative-ag-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Soul Food Farm\, Vacaville
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231008T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230911T232430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T232430Z
UID:30010-1696768200-1696773600@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Air Quality DIY Home Air Filter Workshop
DESCRIPTION:DIY Air Quality Workshop\nWhat is in the air we breathe? Where does air pollution come from? What can we do to reduce our air pollution and protect our homes? On Oct. 8\, Nick Spada\, a scientist at the Air Quality Research Center of the University of California\, Davis\, will be joining us at the Fairfield Civic Center Library to answer all these questions and lead a workshop on how to build a cost-effective home air filter. While the class is open to anyone interested in air quality\, we will be giving away the materials to build your own air filter to the first 10 Fairfield residents who register. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-air-quality-diy-home-air-filter-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield Civic Center Library
CATEGORIES:air quality,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231008T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231008T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T221210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T221210Z
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SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Sunday Supper Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Supper Fundraiser\nOct. 8\, 4-7 pm\, Joyful Ranch\, Vacaville\nSolano Land Trust’s annual Sunday Supper will include dinner from Backdoor Bistro’s Chef Lindsey Chelini\, complementary wine and beer from Suisun Valley Vintners\, and live/silent auction items. Learn more and get tickets here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vacaville-sunday-supper-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Joyful Ranch\, Vacaville
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231008T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T215114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T215114Z
UID:30071-1696786200-1696795200@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Bounty of the County: Farm-to-Table Dinner at Provisions
DESCRIPTION:Provisions Chef/Owner Nicole Hodge and Chef de Cuisine Allan Manuel will be hosting a four-course pescatarian-friendly and gluten-free Bounty of the County Farm-to-Table dinner featuring Solano County produce and wines. Learn more and get tickets here!
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-bounty-of-the-county-farm-to-table-dinner-at-provisions-2/
LOCATION:Provisions\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:Bounty of the County,local food,tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T224256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T224256Z
UID:30111-1696960800-1696964400@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Dixon) Cooking Class - Zero Waste 'Tops to Roots'
DESCRIPTION:‘Tops to Roots’ Zero Waste Cooking Class\n6-7 pm\, Dixon Library \nLearn how you can cut back on household food waste\, save money and resources\, and be part of the solution! Join Chef Stephanie Oelsligle Jordan\, SuSol’s Local Food program manager\, for a cooking class that explores what to do with radish tops\, wilted lettuce\, potato peels and more! Chef Steph will walk through several recipe ideas\, discuss food storage strategies\, the real meaning of “best by” and expiration dates\, and demonstrate Quick-Pickled Italian Giardiniera. Learn more here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/dixon-cooking-class-zero-waste-tops-to-roots/
LOCATION:Dixon Library
CATEGORIES:cooking,local food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231011T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231011T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230911T231342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T231557Z
UID:29998-1697047200-1697054400@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Dixon) Bounty of the County Exclusive Seasonal Farm Dinner at Rosemary's
DESCRIPTION:Rosemary’s Farm to Fork Chef Hank Guerrero will be hosting a Bounty of the County Exclusive Seasonal Farm Dinner on Oct. 11. Learn more and get tickets here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-bounty-of-the-county-farm-to-table-dinner-at-provisions/
LOCATION:Rosemary’s Farm to Fork\, Dixon
CATEGORIES:Bounty of the County,local food,tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230911T232308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T232308Z
UID:30007-1697277600-1697281200@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Eco-Friendly Fall Pest Management Class
DESCRIPTION:Eco-Friendly Fall Pest Management\nJoin us Oct. 14 in Vallejo to learn about sustainable\, eco-friendly pest management for fall gardens. Suzanne Bontempo from ‘Our Water Our World’ will talk about how you can successfully manage pest problems we see now while using effective eco-friendly solutions that are safe for you\, your family and the environment. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-eco-friendly-fall-pest-management-class/
LOCATION:Vallejo Unity Garden
CATEGORIES:garden,permaculture,resilience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T220556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T220556Z
UID:30087-1697277600-1697292000@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Benicia) Fall Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Fall Native Plant Sale\nOct. 3-9 & Oct. 14\, online & Benicia\nThe Willis Linn Jepson chapter of the California Native Plant Society is holding its seasonal plant sale\, with online sales open to the public Oct. 3-9 (with pickup Oct. 14 at Benicia and Fairfield sites)\, and an in-person sale in Benicia on Oct. 14. Plants are grown at the chapter’s nursery in Vallejo. Learn more here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/benicia-fall-native-plant-sale/
LOCATION:1400 East Second St.\, Benicia
CATEGORIES:partner event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230911T232943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T232943Z
UID:30013-1697277600-1697299200@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Dixon) Demonstration Food Forest Installation: Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us October 14 to learn about sustainable landscape design and help install a demonstration food forest garden based on permaculture principles in Dixon! \nRegister here! \nThis public\, hands-on installation workshop series will create a demonstration food forest garden in Suisun City providing an opportunity to learn about rainwater capture\, water efficient drip irrigation and how to plant and mulch for a water wise\, resilient garden that builds healthy soil and yields food. \nDay 2: Saturday\, Oct. 14-Planting & Drip Irrigation \n\nLearn what plants help your garden thrive by working together as an ecosystem and convert a sprinkler system to drip irrigation\nVolunteer tasks: planting\, installing drip irrigation and moving wood chips\n\n* wear closed-toe shoes\, sun protection\, bring gloves and refillable water bottle \n* Lunch will be provided. \n*Bring your own lunch if you have special dietary needs \n*This event is designed for ages 12 and up
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/dixon-demonstration-food-forest-installation-day-2-of-2-2/
LOCATION:Dixon (Register for Address)
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231014T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T220057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T220253Z
UID:30080-1697281200-1697295600@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Volunteer: Mulch Moving
DESCRIPTION:Often the community gardens in SuSol’s network could use some community help with everything from basic sprucing up to planting or sometimes just moving a big pile of mulch. If you have time to help out\, here are some community garden opportunities coming up in the next few weeks:\n– Saturday\, Oct. 14: 11 am – load mulch at First Christian Church (1035 Indiana St.\, Vallejo) into trucks\n– Saturday\, Oct. 14: 12-3 pm – unload and spread mulch at Kyles Temple Community Garden (912 Florida St.\, Vallejo)
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/volunteer-mulch-moving/
LOCATION:First Christian Church\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:partner event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231019T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230729T195854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T195855Z
UID:29819-1697738400-1697743800@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Online) Soil\, Food & Plants to Heal Us
DESCRIPTION:There is an incredible substance beneath our feet with the power to bring health to both people and the planet – our soil! \nJoin Melissa Lareau\, Advance Programs Manager at the Soil Food Web for an engaging conversation on microbes and soil biology\, phytoremediation (plants’ ability to metabolize toxins) and how to build nutrients in your own garden. Melissa will also discuss case studies from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations\, providing a global perspective on the connections between food production\, food access/freedom\, the environment and health. This event will be moderated by Sustainable Solano staff\, Republic Services will briefly cover new food waste laws\, and a Q&A will take place at the end. \nThis event is generously funded by Republic Services.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-soil-food-plants-to-heal-us/
LOCATION:Online/Zoom
CATEGORIES:garden,local food,online,permaculture,resilience,soil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T221321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T221321Z
UID:30103-1697878800-1697889600@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Benicia) Tree Care Day
DESCRIPTION:Benicia Tree Care Days\nOct. 21\, 9 am-12 pm\nJoin the Benicia Tree Foundation for an upcoming tree care day at Benicia High School. Tree care days include watering\, mulching\, pruning and planting. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/benicia-tree-care-day-2/
LOCATION:Benicia High School
CATEGORIES:partner event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231016T233152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T233153Z
UID:30127-1697882400-1697889600@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Backyard Food Forest and Compost Tour
DESCRIPTION:Backyard Food Forest and Compost Tour\n10 am-12pm\, Register for Address\, Vacaville \nJoin us for this open-house tour and informal compost seminar! This food forest was installed by our backyard program and is a wonderful example of the potential that backyard food forests have in our area. The food forest keeper\, Carla\, will be onsite to discuss her composting method and answer questions that folks passing through may have. You don’t want to miss this opportunity for learning and inspiration! Learn more and register here
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vacaville-backyard-food-forest-and-compost-tour/
LOCATION:Vacaville (Register for address)
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,permaculture,resilience,soil,tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230921T154331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T154331Z
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SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Demonstration Sustainable Garden Installation - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Oct. 21 & Oct. 28 to learn about sustainable landscape design and help install a shade-providing and air-purifying garden based on permaculture principles in Fairfield! The goal of this garden to both provide fresh produce\, and to improve the walkability of the street by combatting the urban heat island effect. \nThis public\, hands-on installation workshop series will create an environmentally resilient garden in Fairfield: providing an opportunity to learn about rainwater capture and how to plant and mulch for a water-wise\, sustainable garden that builds healthy soil. \n*For homeowner privacy\, address will be included on ticket* \nDay 1: Saturday\, October 21-Earthworks \n\nLearn how to create swales\, which are trenches that capture rainwater in the ground\, divert roof water swales\, and sheet mulch to protect and build healthy soil\nLearn small-scale strategies to grow plants during drought conditions\nVolunteer tasks: digging a swale\, moving and spreading wood chips.\n\n*Wear closed-toe shoes\, sun protection\, bring gloves and a refillable water bottle \n* Lunch will be provided \n*Bring your own lunch if you have specific dietary needs \nDay 2: October 28-Planting \n\nLearn about the plants selected and their functions in the garden.\nVolunteer tasks: planting the garden\n\nIf you have any questions please contact alex@sustainablesolano.org
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-demonstration-sustainable-garden-installation-day-1-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield (Register for Address)\, Fairfield
CATEGORIES:air quality,food forest,garden,installation,permaculture,resilience
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Kyles Temple Community Garden Giant Pumpkin Raffle & Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:Make your bid and get tickets at the garden anytime 1-5:30 pm Monday through Saturday\, then join the fun at 4 pm Sunday\, Oct. 22.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-kyles-temple-community-garden-giant-pumpkin-raffle-silent-auction/
LOCATION:Kyles Temple Community Garden\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231023T183000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230913T002613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T002614Z
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Seed Saving Class & Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join Lori Caldwell to learn how to gather seeds in your garden and store them for later use or sharing with neighbors. \nRegister here \nThe practice of saving seeds for future use is as old as cultivation. The fun art of saving seeds is the focus for this workshop and seed swap. Participants will learn how retrieve\, sort and store seeds. Please bring seed heads\, pods\, fruit\, etc. for trade with others. \nIn the interest of diversity\, please bring heirloom and/or open pollinated seed varieties. \nThere will be time for Q&A with time to share and browse the seed swap at the end.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-seed-saving-class-seed-swap/
LOCATION:First Christian Church\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:garden,permaculture,pollinators,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20230921T154412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T154421Z
UID:30048-1698487200-1698508800@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Demonstration Sustainable Garden Installation - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Oct. 28 to learn about sustainable landscape design and help install a shade-providing and air-purifying garden based on permaculture principles in Fairfield! The goal of this garden to both provide fresh produce\, and to improve the walkability of the street by combatting the urban heat island effect. \nThis public\, hands-on installation workshop series will create an environmentally resilient garden in Fairfield: providing an opportunity to learn about rainwater capture and how to plant and mulch for a water-wise\, sustainable garden that builds healthy soil. \n*For homeowner privacy\, address will be included on ticket* \nDay 2: October 28-Planting \n\nLearn about the plants selected and their functions in the garden.\nVolunteer tasks: planting the garden\n\n*Wear closed-toe shoes\, sun protection\, bring gloves and a refillable water bottle \n* Lunch will be provided \n*Bring your own lunch if you have specific dietary needs \nIf you have any questions please contact alex@sustainablesolano.org
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-demonstration-sustainable-garden-installation-day-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield (Register for Address)\, Fairfield
CATEGORIES:air quality,food forest,garden,installation,permaculture,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T215545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T215545Z
UID:30073-1698487200-1698508800@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Rio Vista) Demonstration Food Forest Installation: Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us October 28 to learn about sustainable landscape design and help install a demonstration food forest garden based on permaculture principles in Rio Vista! \nRegister here! \nThis public\, hands-on installation workshop series will create a demonstration food forest garden in Rio Vista providing an opportunity to learn about rainwater capture\, water efficient drip irrigation and how to plant and mulch for a water wise\, resilient garden that builds healthy soil and yields food. \nDay 1: Saturday\, Oct. 28-Earthworks \n\nLearn how to create swales\, which are trenches that capture rainwater in the ground\, divert roofwater to swales\, sheet mulch to protect and build healthy soil and plant trees\nLearn small scale strategies to grow plants during drought\, floods and fire\nVolunteer tasks: digging a swale\, moving and spreading wood chips.\n\nDay 2: Saturday\, Nov. 4-Planting & Drip Irrigation \n\nLearn what plants help your garden thrive by working together as an ecosystem and convert a sprinkler system to drip irrigation\nVolunteer tasks: planting\, installing drip irrigation and moving wood chips\n\n* wear closed-toe shoes\, sun protection\, bring gloves and refillable water bottle \n* Lunch will be provided. \n*Bring your own lunch if you have special dietary needs \n*This event is designed for ages 12 and up
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/rio-vista-demonstration-food-forest-installation-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Rio Vista (Register for Address)
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231002T221421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T221421Z
UID:30106-1698494400-1698512400@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Dixon) Solano RCD Fall Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Solano RCD Fall Plant Sale\nOct. 28\, 12-5 pm\, Ruhstaller Farm\, Dixon\nThe Solano Resource Conservation District will hold its fall plant sale at Ruhstaller Farm with a wide variety of native plants for drought-tolerant landscaping and pollinator gardens. A free pollinator-focused workshop will be held at 1 pm and again at 3 pm. Those interested in learning more about monarch butterflies are invited to join free virtual monarch workshops on Oct. 10 & 19. Virtual workshop attendees will have the option to purchase a monarch “waystation” kit for half price at the plant sale. Learn more here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/dixon-solano-rcd-fall-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Ruhstaller Farm\, 6686 Sievers Rd\, Dixon
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231004T183018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T183018Z
UID:30116-1698508800-1698523200@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Mare Island Halloween Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Ghostly stories\, trick or treat\, pick and paint a pumpkin\, pet costume contest\, spooky songs and dances\, food trucks\, music and more!
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-mare-island-halloween-block-party/
LOCATION:Officers Row\, Mare Island
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231016T233656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T233656Z
UID:30131-1699092000-1699099200@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Illinois Street Community Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Street Community Clean Up\n10 am-12 pm\, Illinois Street\, Fairfield \nCome to help clean up the weed and trash-filled lot where we hope to collaborate with Fairfield residents to put in a community garden! Meet your neighbors and take the first steps to transform the weed and trash-filled lot into a community food-growing sanctuary. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-illinois-street-community-clean-up-2/
LOCATION:Fairfield
CATEGORIES:air quality,garden,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T043352
CREATED:20231016T233526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T233526Z
UID:30129-1699092000-1699110000@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Vallejo Project Unity Garden Cover Crop Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Unity Garden Cover Crop Workshop \n10 am-3pm\, Unity Garden\, Vallejo \nHelp us prepare the soil for a tree replanting in the new year at Vallejo’s Unity Garden. This public\, hands-on garden workday is a great opportunity to learn about permaculture\, food forests\, earthworks\, and local gardening projects.\nThis project is in partnership with the. Learn more and register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-vallejo-project-unity-garden-cover-crop-workshop/
LOCATION:Unity Garden\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,permaculture,resilience,soil,youth
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