Events

Nature Journaling makes you a better observer, naturalist, and artist and opens a world of beauty and discovery. 

Do you want to keep a nature journal or bump your current practice to a higher orbit? Join us for our monthly workshop series, and see th

Sustainable brewing is not a watered down science, therefore running an earth friendly brewery is just as important as the beer.

Your brewery can be sustainable with tips you will learn from the experts. Your facility can become a model for conservanc

Join Master Gardener Monika Olsen in the garden to learn by doing. Help maintain a beautiful, water-conserving garden that demonstrates healthy garden practices using water recycling, mulch, drought-tolerant and native plantings, and no pesticides. G

There probably aren’t any beavers in Alhambra Creek as you read this, but there definitely will be a 10th annual Beaver Festival, to honor both the paddle-tail swimmers that put the city in the national news in 2007 and 2008, and the creek environmen

Bring a sketchbook or notebook as we spotlight one special plant in the garden. An easy-to-digest, informational talk gives you the inside scoop about these unique botanical beauties. Classes will conclude with the optional sharing of your art in eit

Bringing inspiring Bay Area artistic talent to the six acres of lush, natural landscapes at The Gardens at Heather Farm, our Artist in Residence program supports the creation of innovative and transformative artworks which inspire both artist and vis

Relish in the joys of a warm summer night with treats and outdoor activities for families in a beautiful garden! The popular "S'mores at Sundown" event returns to The Gardens for its third year with another magical evening of homemade s'mores, live m

Bringing inspiring Bay Area artistic talent to the six acres of lush, natural landscapes at The Gardens at Heather Farm, our Artist in Residence program supports the creation of innovative and transformative artworks which inspire both artist and vis

12:30-1:00 p.m.

Bring a sketchbook or notebook as we spotlight one special plant in the garden. An easy-to-digest, informational talk gives you the inside scoop about these unique botanical beauties. Classes will conclude with the optional sharing of

It takes a lot of effort to maintain six acres of lush garden space, and as a small, nonprofit organization, The Gardens runs on volunteers. Each Wednesday, our Garden Manager and Volunteer Coordinator plan a series of garden tasks for the group. Lea

With no end in sight to the food truck phenomenon, many food truck owners are considering whether or not to transition their meals-on-wheels to brick-and-mortar concepts that will allow them to grow their business, expand their operating hours and th

Every Wednesday through August, 12:00-12:30 p.m.

Have an excess harvest of yummy and pretty things from your home garden? Bring fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers to share and swap with our community. All who participate must bring something to con

It takes a lot of effort to maintain six acres of lush garden space, and as a small, nonprofit organization, The Gardens runs on volunteers. Each Wednesday, our Garden Manager and Volunteer Coordinator plan a series of garden tasks for the group. Lea

Join us for a fun-filled, free, community event for the whole family

Activities:

• Combine your own herbal blend for teas, culinary, dream pillows

• Create an herbal headpiece

• Herbal “Sweet Shop”

• Tour the herb gardens next to a 150 yr. old farmho

Hello,

Please join us for our June Crop Swap! 

Wednesday, June 28th

333 Center Ave

Martinez / Pacheco

Set up at 6:30pm

Trading at 6:45pm

Bring your extra bounty and swap it for something else! We will be trading veggies, nuts, home canned goods, fruit, eggs

You can still have a beautiful garden, with plenty of fruits, veggies, and flowers on your patio, deck, or other small space. Learn all the tips and tricks for successful growing in containers and other confined areas. Certified Nursery Professional

Are you ready to heal the planet?  Are you tired of living in a monocultural existence?  R.O.O.T.S. is a one-of-a-kind Permaculture Design Course exploring the indigenous origins of permaculture concepts, taught from culturally relevant perspectives

Celebrate The Watershed Project's 20th anniversary with an oyster picnic! We'll take a nature hike, do a quick shoreline survey, and have an oyster BBQ out at the pier. It's Father's Day, so bring your dad! Your canine companions are also welcome. Ti

There are many wonderful reasons for making your own condiments and sauces: You have control over what goes in them; the ingredients are fresher; they taste better; and, in many cases, they cost less. See how easy it is to make mayonnaise, mustard, k