Events

Let your inner Druid shine on a winter solstice nature hike up Mitchell Canyon. As we walk, we'll search for signs of the season, including mistletoe, beard lichen, Christmas berry, and those natural tree ornaments, “ oak apple galls” and “California

This class is geared toward people who don't have a lot of space and want to grow their own food. Topics such as: maintaining soil fertility, best plants for container gardens & succession planting will be covered. Growing in containers is a great wa

Join SLIA in welcoming our two panelists: Christopher Lim, Executive Director of the Contra Costa Resource Conservation District, and Katie Noonan, Co-Chair of Rotary Nature Center Friends, who will share their unique educational and career trajector

A Celebration of the 20^th Anniversary of the Bringing back the Natives Garden Tour

Doug Tallamy will be our keynote speaker at two conferences, each with unique programs, and book signings. Join us for one day or for both. Dr. Tallamy helps us better

A Celebration of the 20^th Anniversary of the Bringing back the Natives Garden Tour

Doug Tallamy will be our keynote speaker at two conferences, each with unique programs, and book signings. Join us for one day or for both. Dr. Tallamy helps us better

 A short history of urban development in the United States, how to identify neighborhood impacts and advocate for equitable changes.

The public process for transportation infrastructure projects, plans, and policies can seem complex and daunting. Via

Join the UC Master Food Preserver program for a demonstration of high-acid canning vs. low-acid canning. They'll cover food safety issues, storage, and best practices for at-home canning. 

FREE, with registation required HERE.

After a five-year hiatus, we are thrilled to invite you to join us in a powerful demonstration of community, solidarity, and commitment to addressing climate change at the Walnut Creek Climate March. This event is a unique opportunity to come togethe

Christ the King, St. Stephen Parsh and Sustainable Contra Costa present a screening of the powerful film "Kiss the Ground."  Narrated and featuring Woody Harrelson, Kiss the Ground is an inspiring and groundbreaking film that reveals the first viable

Plant a tree and watch it grow for the future!

Wear clothing that can get dirty! Gloves and shovels will be available, but please bring your own in case we run out.

One lucky participant will win a raffle prize at this event! Receive a raffle ticket

Spring bloom brings fall prune - Are you ready for a fun outdoor gathering to exchange ideas on pruning, sheet mulching, planting, and other fall garden maintenance tips?

Join us for an interactive maintenance workshop at the 6-acre Gardens at Heathe

This session is part of Bike East Bay’s ‘Green Mobility Ambassadors’ program with topics offered, made possible with financial support from the Bay Area Air Quality Management District’s James Cary Smith Community Grants Program.

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Let it rot! Practically anyone can learn to compost or improve their existing compost techniques by following some basic steps. Free instructional materials on home composting will be provided via email and upon request.

The instructor, Todd Sutton,

Free, family event with pumpkin painting, familyi activities, food and more! Storytime with Patrick at 11:00. Local vendors present harvest related activities and information on their organizations. 

Learn more HERE

Join Moving Forward 510 for an interactive Clean Air Day Bike and Hike. We will gather at 8:30am at Unity Park in the Iron Triangle area of Richmond, CA. We'll be leading the bike ride-out at 9 am to Dotson Family Marsh, which is a 5 1/2 mile ride. O

This virtual workshop will provide the basics of composting organic material at home, from home! Learn about the tools and composting methods, resources available to you, and the product you’ll create to grow healthy food, plants and flowers – compos

Sustainable Contra Costa will present the Leadership in Sustainability Awards at the 16th Annual Awards Gala in Pleasant Hill. This fun and inspiring event supports and celebrates local individuals and organizations for their outstanding contribution

Join us at the free 2024 Contra Costa County Home Electrification Fair! Discover new appliances, tax credits, rebates, and more.

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Explore the habitat of local scorpions and tarantulas along the north face of Mount Diablo, starting at the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center. Experience the excitement of finding scorpions glowing like green neon signs in the dark. Led by our experienc