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A mix of feel-good community events from now through the end of June
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May 28, 3–7pm
Farm-to-Table Dinner in the Garden at Encinitas Community Garden
Join fellow gardeners and build community at a lovely garden party. Stroll through garden plots with wine and appetizers. An Italian dinner will be served family-style with entrees, organic salads, and desserts prepared by chef Monica Szepsy of Q’ero, Encinitas. Proceeds from this fundraiser help maintain and upgrade the community garden where young families and retirees alike grow organic food in one of 120 plots. Over 18 only. Pre-purchase tickets here.
➜ encinitascommunitygarden.org
May 31, 6–7pm
Solana Center Vermicomposting Basics Webinar
Composting in small spaces is possible. Learn how to transform kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost with the help of red wiggler worms. Hosted by Solana Center for Environmental Innovation, this free, webinar workshop teaches participants about the benefits of worm composting, how to care for worms, and how to use their castings as compost. Register here.
June 3, 5–9pm
Seedling Soirée at Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center
Indulge in a night under the stars with gorgeous food at the historic Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center in National City. Experience unique dining at multiple stations including a plant-based grazing table featuring pickled and fermented veggies from the garden, sopes made in the Aztec tradition, and the Kitchenistas’ quesadilla booth with handmade tortillas. Roam the garden, enjoy hands-on activities, and bid on silent auction items. The evening ends with a seated dessert, live auction, dancing, and live music. All proceeds support Olivewood’s food and environmental education, access, and advocacy programs. Pre-purchase Tickets here.
June 3, 10am–noon
Water Conservation Garden Composting Basics Workshop
Learn why composting is important for soil health and explore which type of compost bin best suits your needs at this free workshop for residents of unincorporated San Diego County. Participants will receive a free kitchen scraps caddy and gain basic understanding of how to begin and maintain a backyard compost pile. This event is free. Residents of unincorporated San Diego County receive preferential registration. Others can be placed on a waitlist.
June 5, 6–7:30pm
Cinnamon Rolls Gluten-Free Cooking Classes Hosted by the Gluten-Free Baking Company
Hone your gluten-free baking and cooking skills at a professional kitchen in Clairemont. This month, learn to make your own cinnamon rolls and cream puffs. Expert gluten-free bakers Roanna Canette and Annabel Cohen share their best tips for successful gluten-free baking. Classes include a take-home gluten-free flour mix, recipes, and step-by-step instructions. Space is limited. Pre-register here.
June 10 from 10am–noon
Alta Vista Botanical Gardens Kids Recycled Art Class
Spend a creative Saturday with the kids crafting using recycled objects. Save and bring items from your recycle bin like egg cartons, paper rolls, and boxes and let your imagination take hold. Afterward, enjoy a walk around this North County hidden gem. The price is $5 per person including entry to the Gardens. Members can participate for free. Pre-register by noon, June 9. More info here.
➜ altavistabotanicalgardens.org
June 12, 10am–noon
SD Botanic Gardens Butterfly Walks
Children and adults can learn about pollinators’ powerful roles while strolling through the varied blooms at San Diego Botanic Gardens. Led by a garden volunteer and UCSD butterfly lab expert, participants will also track the types of butterflies in the Garden. Offered the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 10am, walks begin at Hamilton Children's Garden. This activity is free with SD Botanic Garden admission. Register here.
➜ sdbg.org
June 13, 6–7:30pm
Cream Puffs Gluten-Free Cooking Classes Hosted by the Gluten-Free Baking Company
Hone your gluten-free baking and cooking skills at a professional kitchen in Clairemont. This month, learn to make your own cinnamon rolls and cream puffs. Expert gluten-free bakers Roanna Canette and Annabel Cohen share their best tips for successful gluten-free baking. Classes include a take-home gluten-free flour mix, recipes, and step-by-step instructions. Space is limited. Pre-register here.
June 15, 7–10pm
Coastal Roots Farm Outdoor Film Series
Gather with like-minded environmentalists for an evening of outdoor film. Bring your own picnic, chairs, and blanket, and enjoy live music ahead of the film. The evening features “The Blue Forest” and two other short films. part of a series of inspiring documentaries. Round out the evening with meaningful discussions about sustainable agriculture, environmental justice, and combatting climate change. Tickets are $10 per person. Register here.
June 17, 9–11am
Project New Village Community Work Day
Get your hands dirty with local community leaders by helping with projects and the upkeep of this thriving urban garden.
June 17, 2–4pm
Edible San Diego's Summer Issue Launch Party
Join Edible San Diego at TunaVille Market and Grocery on June 17, 2023, from 2 to 4pm to celebrate our 15-year anniversary and the publication of our 70th issue, Water World. We’ll learn about Point Loma’s working waterfront and enjoy light appetizers and beverages that bring the magazine to life.
June 24, 10am–noon
JR Organics CSA Farm Tour
The whole family will enjoy the natural beauty of exploring and supporting this local organic farm. Meet Farmer Joe, pick organic strawberries, and enjoy a hearty lunch with more than ten farm-fresh dishes and fun kids' activities. All-inclusive tickets are $10–$45. Purchase tickets here.
June 26, 10am– noon
SD Botanic Gardens Butterfly Walks
Children and adults can learn about pollinators’ powerful roles while strolling through the varied blooms at San Diego Botanic Gardens. Led by a garden volunteer and UCSD butterfly lab expert, participants will also track the types of butterflies in the Garden. Offered the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 10am, walks begin at Hamilton Children's Garden. This activity is free with SD Botanic Garden admission. Register here.
➜ sdbg.org
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Cherie Gough
Cherie Gough is an award-winning freelance writer based in San Diego. She is passionate about food equity and loves writing about innovative people finding positive solutions.Find her on Instagram @cgoughwrites.
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