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SUMMARY:(Benicia) Back to Basics Class (first session)
DESCRIPTION:Back to Basics Class\nJan. 20- May 4\, Benicia Adult Education\nBenicia 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.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/benicia-back-to-basics-class-first-session/
LOCATION:Benicia Adult Education
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240120T120000
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SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Tree Care Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Fairfield Tree Care Workshop\n10 am-12 pm\, City Church\, Fairfield \nThis workshop is an excellent opportunity to learn the easiest way to care for your tree while also minimizing water use. Participants will also have a chance to interact with existing tree guilds in Fairfield and see examples of tree guild plants. Click here to register.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-tree-care-workshop/
LOCATION:City Church of Fairfield
CATEGORIES:drip irrigation,food forest,garden,permaculture,soil,trees,youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240123T180000
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SUMMARY:(Online) Sustainable Yard Transformation on a Budget
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Yard Transformation on a Budget\n6-7:30 pm\, Register for Zoom link \nYou don’t have to be an expert or go into debt to make a big environmental difference in your own yard. Alana Mirror will walk you through the joys of how she transformed her Vacaville lawn into an affordable\, beautiful\, sustainable landscape within a budget. Alana provides a homeowner’s perspective of working with the Water-Efficient Landscape Rebate Program from the Solano County Water Agency. Click here to register.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-sustainable-yard-transformation-on-a-budget/
LOCATION:Online/Zoom
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,online,permaculture,pollinators,resilience,soil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240126T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240126T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
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SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Hands-On Cooking Class: Trejo's Tacos
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Cooking Class: Trejo’s Tacos\n5-7:30 pm\, Ulatis Community Center\, Vacaville \nEvery season is taco season. Using fresh\, seasonal ingredients from local farms\, the Sustainable Solano Local Food team will lead the class through several recipes from Danny Trejo’s 2020 cookbook Trejo’s Tacos. Participants will also learn helpful culinary skills like how to build flavors and when to use dry vs. wet spices. Tickets are $30 for this in-person\, hands-on class and space is limited! Click here to register and learn more.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vacaville-hands-on-cooking-class-trejos-tacos/
LOCATION:Ulatis Community Center\, Vacaville
CATEGORIES:cooking,local food,youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T182540Z
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SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Fairfield Air Quality Action Plan Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Fairfield Air Quality Action Plan Workshop\n12-3 pm\, Fairfield Adult Recreation Center\, Fairfield \nThis workshop presents a unique opportunity for residents\, governmental bodies\, and air quality experts to collaboratively devise a strategy to ensure clean air for both current and future residents of Fairfield. Building upon previous roundtable discussions\, this event aims to address air pollution linked to traffic\, improving the community’s walkability and bikeability\, and more. Click here to register.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-fairfield-air-quality-action-plan-workshop/
LOCATION:Adult Recreation Center\, Fairfield
CATEGORIES:air quality,environmental leadership,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T185208Z
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SUMMARY:(Online) Pollinator Protection Class
DESCRIPTION:Pollinator Protection Class\n6-7:30 pm\, Register for Zoom link  \nThis online class will feature a presentation on the Western Monarch butterfly\, the wild bee population\, and other pollinators. Monarch Milkweed Project Executive Director Annina Pucchio will cover the current pollinator crisis\, an overview of The Monarch Milkweed Project\, and what average citizens can do to increase pollinator populations. Click here to register.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-pollinator-protection-class/
LOCATION:Online/Zoom
CATEGORIES:garden,pollinators,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
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SUMMARY:(Woodland) Beginner Farmer Training Program (first session)
DESCRIPTION:Beginner Farmer Training Program\nStarts Feb. 8\, Woodland and nearby locations\nThis seven-month training program provides aspiring farmers a strong foundation from which to launch and grow their farm businesses.\nStudents 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 particular subjects such as livestock or orchards. The curriculum combines lectures from professional farmers as well as hand-on field experience and farm visits. Click here to register and learn more.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/woodland-beginner-farmer-training-program-first-session/
LOCATION:Woodland
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T130000
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Volunteer: Faith Food Fridays Family-Friendly Garden Workday
DESCRIPTION:Bring your kids to Faith Food Fridays Learning Garden in Vallejo for an educational workday on Feb. 10 from 11 am-1 pm. During this family-friendly event\, we’ll do some light weeding and harvesting. This is a fun opportunity for young kids to get their hands dirty and learn about gardening. Click here to register and learn more
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-volunteer-faith-food-fridays-family-friendly-garden-workday/
LOCATION:Faith Food Fridays
CATEGORIES:garden,partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240210T143000
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SUMMARY:(Rio Vista) Community Garden Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rio Vista Community Garden: Fundraising and Planning\nSustainable Solano is working to establish a community garden in downtown Rio Vista! We are currently looking for ideas\, groups and organizations in town who are interested in donating materials or supplies to help us build our garden beds. This is a great opportunity to help plan the new garden and secure a plot for the first growing season.\n– Feb. 10 Meeting\n– Feb. 15 Meeting
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/rio-vista-community-garden-planning-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Rio Vista Library
CATEGORIES:garden,permaculture,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240117T185725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T025943Z
UID:30392-1708020000-1708025400@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Rio Vista) Community Garden Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rio Vista Community Garden: Fundraising and Planning\nSustainable Solano is working to establish a community garden in downtown Rio Vista! We are currently looking for ideas\, groups and organizations in town who are interested in donating materials or supplies to help us build our garden beds. This is a great opportunity to help plan the new garden and secure a plot for the first growing season.\n– Feb. 15 Meeting
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/rio-vista-community-garden-planning-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Rio Vista Library
CATEGORIES:garden,permaculture,resilience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240217T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240117T191253Z
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SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Demonstration Food Forest Installation: Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us Feb. 17 to learn about sustainable landscape design and help install a demonstration food forest garden based on permaculture principles in Vacaville! \nRegister here! \nThis public\, hands-on installation workshop series will create a demonstration food forest garden in Vacaville 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\, Feb. 17-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\, March 2-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/vacaville-demonstration-food-forest-installation-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:Vacaville (Register for address)
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240224T130000
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SUMMARY:(Benicia) Waterwise Garden Design Lab
DESCRIPTION:Waterwise Garden Design Lab \nJoin us for a hands-on Waterwise Garden Design Lab in Benicia! Unleash your creativity and learn how to create a beautiful garden that conserves water. Heath Griffith from Grow with the Flow will guide you through the process of designing a garden that is not only stunning but also eco-friendly. \nIn this in-person event\, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the best plants for water conservation and how to create a sustainable garden that thrives even in drought conditions. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this lab is perfect for anyone interested in creating a more sustainable outdoor space. \nThe class will include: \n\ndrought tolerant designs\ngrowing food and native plants in one space\noverview on design templates\nfocus on applying a design template to your yard\nplant list and a pollinator calendar handouts\nlinks to free online resources\ntime for Q&A\n\nRegister here!
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/benicia-waterwise-garden-design-lab/
LOCATION:Heritage Presbyterian Church\, Benicia
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,permaculture,resilience,soil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240302T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240117T191359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T191359Z
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SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Demonstration Food Forest Installation: Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us March 2 to learn about sustainable landscape design and help install a demonstration food forest garden based on permaculture principles in Vacaville! \nRegister here! \nThis public\, hands-on installation workshop series will create a demonstration food forest garden in Vacaville 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\, March 2-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/vacaville-demonstration-food-forest-installation-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:Vacaville (Register for address)
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
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SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Hands-On Cooking Class: French Crepes
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Cooking Class: French Crepes!\nMarch 4\, 5:30-8 pm\, Ulatis Community Center\, Vacaville\nJoin Chef Stephanie Oelsligle Jordan and Noah Galgan of Sustainable Solano’s Local Food team for a French culinary journey. This class will focus on a variety of crepes\, from delicious buckwheat galettes to sweet dessert crepes adorned with the fresh seasonal fruits. Tickets are $30 for this in-person\, hands-on class and space is limited! Click here to register and learn more.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vacaville-hands-on-cooking-class-french-crepes/
LOCATION:Ulatis Community Center\, Vacaville
CATEGORIES:cooking,local food,youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240308T173000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240216T003651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T003651Z
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SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Volunteer: Garden Workday
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, March 8 & 15: Removing crabgrass; planting microclover and spring annuals at Armijo High School Garden (824 Washington Street\, Fairfield). Click here to register for day one and day two. \nJoin us on March 8 from 3:30pm-5:30pm to support the Armijo garden in getting rid of crab grass\, planting microclover\, and planting Spring/Summer annuals! This is a great opportunity to learn about permaculture friendly ways to deal with crabgrass\, and to hear about the wonderful cover crop that is microclover. \nThis public\, hands-on installation workshop will be held to clean up the gardens main annual-growing area and plant the next round of annual plants. Join us the next Friday\, March 15\, at the same time to support with planting new trees and new guilds. Sign up for that workday here. \nThis project is in partnership with Armijo High School and the Armijo Jardin de la Esperanza. \nSafety recommendations: \n\nStaff and volunteers should wear a face covering/mask that covers nose and mouth.\nVolunteers are encouraged to wear close toed shoes\, sunscreen\, hats\, and bring water to hydrate during the event.\nIf you have gardening gloves please wear those\, and note we will have extras to share.\n\nIf you have any questions please contact jazzmin@sustainablesolano.org
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-volunteer-garden-workday/
LOCATION:Armijo High School
CATEGORIES:garden,partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240216T002616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T002616Z
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SUMMARY:(Benicia) Benicia Community Gardens Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Benicia Community Gardens Annual Meeting\nMarch 9\, 10-11:30 am\, Heritage Presbyterian Church\, Benicia\nOur annual Benicia Community Gardens meeting is an opportunity to discuss the 2024-2025 gardening season at Avant and Swenson gardens and sign the new agreement. Refreshments will be served. Click here to register. \nLearn more about Benicia Community Gardens here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/benicia-benicia-community-gardens-annual-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Heritage Presbyterian Church\, Benicia
CATEGORIES:BCG,garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240310T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240305T165319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T165319Z
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Touro University Food Forest Garden Installation: Day 1 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Join us in establishing an on-campus food forest at Touro University! \nRegister here \nThis three-day hands-on workshop will be guided by a seasoned permaculture designer who will delve into the intricacies of food forest establishment. Participants will engage in activities such as digging and relocating dirt and wood chips. Whether you’re interested in exploring water-capture alternatives\, refining your skills in garden design\, or are enthusiastic about urban agriculture\, we invite you to attend! \n– March 10: Bioswale & mound workshop\n– March 17: Mulch & weed management workshop\n– March 24: Planting workshop\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*If you are under 18: your legal guardian must sign a release of liability when you check-in.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-touro-university-food-forest-garden-installation-day-1-of-3/
LOCATION:Touro University\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation,permaculture
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240317
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240305T172413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T172413Z
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Benicia Road Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Benicia Road Workshop\nMarch 14-16\, Vallejo JFK Library\nThis 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 reflect the community’s desired amenities. Click here to learn more.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-benicia-road-workshop/
LOCATION:JFK Library\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T173000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240216T003821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T164827Z
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SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Volunteer: Garden Workday
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, March 15: Removing crabgrass; planting microclover and spring annuals at Armijo High School Garden (824 Washington Street\, Fairfield). \nRegister here \nJoin us on March 15 from 3:30pm-5:30pm to support the Armijo garden in planting new trees\, shrubs\, and companion plants! This is a great opportunity to learn about permaculture practices\, such as companion planting and the ins and outs of tree guilds\, and the benefits of hedgerows in gardens where wind can be strong. \nThis public\, hands-on installation workshop will be held to plant a few new fruit trees\, add one new guild\, and replace 2 wind-blocking shrubs. Join us the week before\, on March 8\, to support in treating their crabgrass and planting Spring annuals! Sign up for that date here. \nThis project is in partnership with Armijo High School and the Armijo Jardin de la Esperanza. \nSafety recommendations: \n\nStaff and volunteers should wear a face covering/mask that covers nose and mouth.\nVolunteers are encouraged to wear close toed shoes\, sunscreen\, hats\, and bring water to hydrate during the event.\nIf you have gardening gloves please wear those\, and note we will have extras to share.\n\nIf you have any questions please contact jazzmin@sustainablesolano.org
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-volunteer-garden-workday-2/
LOCATION:Armijo High School
CATEGORIES:garden,partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240305T170007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T170007Z
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SUMMARY:(Online) All About CSAs Talk & Demo
DESCRIPTION:All About CSAs\n5-6 pm\, Register for Zoom link \nParticipants in this live\, virtual class will learn all about Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). Lorraine Walker\, owner of Eatwell Farm in Dixon will join Chef Stephanie Oelsligle Jordan\, Sustainable Solano’s Local Food Program Manager\, in the kitchen to answer all of your questions. Chef Steph will also demo a quick recipe using her own Eatwell CSA box contents\, and discuss some meal planning strategies so nothing goes to waste. Register here and learn more.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-all-about-csas-talk-demo/
LOCATION:Online/Zoom
CATEGORIES:cooking,local food,online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240216T004130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T004130Z
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SUMMARY:(Fairfield) Compost 101- A Beginners Guide to Composting
DESCRIPTION:This beginner-friendly class will introduce attendees to the basics of composting; Composting 101! Come and learn how easy it is to transform your yard waste and food scraps into “gardeners’ gold”. The benefits of making and using compost are many: recycling resources\, saving money and water. This workshop will teach you to make\, harvest and use this valuable soil amendment in your garden. \nRegister here \nCity Church will have a newly built 3-bin system by the class date\, so attendees will have an opportunity for hands on harvesting and composting in their new bin(s). \nThis is the first class in a 3-series class offering on composting. The next two classes will be for intermediate composting information and advanced composting\, respectively. \nThe instructor\, Lori Caldwell\, is a seasoned teacher on all things compost\, gardening\, and sustainable living. She will offer her expertise for this class as well as for the second class in the compost series which you can register for here. \nThis class is funded by Solano County. Please email jazzmin@sustainablesolano.org with any questions.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/fairfield-compost-101-a-beginners-guide-to-composting/
LOCATION:City Church of Fairfield
CATEGORIES:compost,food forest,garden,permaculture,resilience,soil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240305T165413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T165413Z
UID:30614-1710669600-1710687600@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Touro University Food Forest Garden Installation: Day 2 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Join us in establishing an on-campus food forest at Touro University! \nRegister here \nThis three-day hands-on workshop will be guided by a seasoned permaculture designer who will delve into the intricacies of food forest establishment. Participants will engage in activities such as digging and relocating dirt and wood chips. Whether you’re interested in exploring water-capture alternatives\, refining your skills in garden design\, or are enthusiastic about urban agriculture\, we invite you to attend! \n– March 17: Mulch & weed management workshop\n– March 24: Planting workshop \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*If you are under 18: your legal guardian must sign a release of liability when you check-in.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-touro-university-food-forest-garden-installation-day-2-of-3/
LOCATION:Touro University\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation,permaculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240319T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240305T172548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T172548Z
UID:30629-1710871200-1710880200@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vacaville) Agritourism 101
DESCRIPTION:Agritourism 101: Living Off The Land\nMarch 19\, 6-8:30 pm\, Journey Downtown\, Vacaville\nThis 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.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vacaville-agritourism-101/
LOCATION:Journey Downtown\, Vacaville
CATEGORIES:partner event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240323T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240305T172653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T172653Z
UID:30631-1711195200-1711202400@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Online) HeArt of the Garden
DESCRIPTION:HeArt of the Garden – Introduction\nMarch 23\, 12 pm-2 pm\, Virtual\nExplore 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 confidence and develop inner-trust through journaling for creative expression. Click here to register and learn more.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-heart-of-the-garden/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240305T165456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T165456Z
UID:30616-1711274400-1711292400@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Touro University Food Forest Garden Installation: Day 3 of 3
DESCRIPTION:Join us in establishing an on-campus food forest at Touro University! \nRegister here \nThis three-day hands-on workshop will be guided by a seasoned permaculture designer who will delve into the intricacies of food forest establishment. Participants will engage in activities such as digging and relocating dirt and wood chips. Whether you’re interested in exploring water-capture alternatives\, refining your skills in garden design\, or are enthusiastic about urban agriculture\, we invite you to attend! \n– March 24: Planting workshop \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*If you are under 18: your legal guardian must sign a release of liability when you check-in.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-touro-university-food-forest-garden-installation-day-3-of-3/
LOCATION:Touro University\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:food forest,garden,installation,permaculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240216T002842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T002842Z
UID:30518-1711389600-1711395000@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Benicia) Reuse\, Recycle & Organics Talk
DESCRIPTION:Reuse\, Recycle & Organics\nMarch 25\, 6-7:30 pm\, Benicia Community Center\, Benicia\nJoin us for an evening exploring why recycling and food waste laws have changed and what items are currently accepted in each cart. This is a hands-on presentation by Marie Knutson of Republic Services to answer\, “What goes where?” with an added bonus from a special guest speaker specializing in reuse. Click here to register and learn more.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/benicia-reuse-recycle-organics-talk/
LOCATION:Benicia Community Center
CATEGORIES:garden,resilience,soil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240330T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240330T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240305T170744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T170744Z
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SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Gardening Faire
DESCRIPTION:Vallejo Gardening Faire\nMarch 30\, 11 am-2 pm\, John F. Kennedy Library\, Vallejo\nConnect with us at that Vallejo Gardening Faire to learn more about our upcoming spring classes and events. Explore gardening resources\, find pots and seeds\, and meet with fellow gardeners from the area. We look forward to seeing you there! \nLearn more here
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-gardening-faire/
LOCATION:JFK Library\, Vallejo
CATEGORIES:garden,partner event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240408
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240305T172817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T172817Z
UID:30633-1712361600-1712534399@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Online) Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour\nApril 6 & 7 virtual event\, May 4 & 5 in person\nEmbark 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 Natives Garden Tour invites you to view impressive examples of eco-friendly landscaping and sustainable living. Click here to register and learn more.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-bringing-back-the-natives-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240406T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240216T003429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T003430Z
UID:30522-1712401200-1712412000@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Vallejo) Volunteer: Garden Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, April 6 for a day of maintenance at the Emmanuel Temple garden. We will be weeding\, spreading a small amount of wood chips\, and planting Spring vegetables. \nRegister here \nThis project is in partnership with Emmanuel Apostolic Church and Emmanuel Arms Inc. This church has served the community with weekly outreach and supply distributions for over 10 years. All of the food grown in this garden goes back to the community in hot meals or as fresh produce. \nThis maintenance day will consist of: \n\nWeeding\, raking wood chips\, spreading soil into beds\, and planting\n\n\nPlease wear closed toe shoes and sun protection! (i.e. hat and sunscreen)\nBring working gloves\, a water bottle\, and a lunch.\nYou will NOT need a copy of your ticket.\nIf you are under 18: your legal guardian must sign a release of liability when you check-in.\nVolunteers should not attend the event if they feel unwell.\n\nIf you have any questions please contact jazzmin@sustainablesolano.org \n– Emmanuel Temple is also looking for active community members that can support the garden on a regular basis. Interested in helping? Contact SuSol Program Manager Jazzmin Ballou at jazzmin@sustainablesolano.org
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/vallejo-volunteer-garden-workday-2/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Temple Apostolic Church
CATEGORIES:garden,partner event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240408T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240408T100000
DTSTAMP:20260530T060050
CREATED:20240403T004713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T004713Z
UID:30857-1712563200-1712570400@sustainablesolano.org
SUMMARY:(Online) Qualified Water-Efficient Landscaper Training
DESCRIPTION:Free Qualified Water-Efficient Landscaper Training\nBegins April 8\, Online\nThe 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 with landscaping and irrigation expert Lori Palmquist. Space is limited. Register here.
URL:https://sustainablesolano.org/event/online-qualified-water-efficient-landscaper-training/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:partner event
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