Events

Let’s Get Smarter – A Conversation with Growers about Farming and the Food We Eat

There is smart science on both sides of the table about organic or conventional, genetically modified or hybrid or heirloom seeds, and the quality and quantity of the w

Los Medanos College in Pittsburg celebrates Earth Day 2017 with:

• Environmental games & activities
• Local green organizations & vendors
• Nature Preserve guided walks
• Native Plant sale

Free gifts and drawing!

Thousands of plants!!!

Unique heirloom varieties: Tomatoes, Peppers, Herbs, Succulents

Unique food and artisanal products. Bag your own compost!

We’ve got fun things to do for the whole family. We will add things as we get them. Check for

On April 15, 2017 Earth Team will be meeting at the Hayward City Hall to do a Lawn Transformation: converting lawns, mulching, planting and then irrigating. So please, come join us for highly rewarding event and get some laughs and good food.

And re

Do you know that you can use reusable energy without having your own solar system?  It's called Community Choice Energy (CCE).  Contra Costa cities are choosing now if they will give this choice to their residents so if you want to help keep fossil f

Spring Sale! Natives, Mediterranean Gems and Edibles 

Yep, we know – there is no optimist like a gardener and we aim to stay the course by having our yearly edibles sale early.

The sale will feature the astonishing tomatoes and other edibles from Biota

Advocacy Training Workshop

sponsored by Contra Costa Interfaith Climate Action Network

Pre-register for lunch at http://tinyurl.com/gvu23ra

Climate change is harming all of life on Earth. Join us to learn how we may become better stewards of our part

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make kombucha or other probiotic drinks?  Chef Alison Negrin, will demonstrate some basic recipes that will remove the mystery and reveal the benefits of probiotic drinks.  You will have the opportunity to taste,

Climate Change is real, the federal government isn't taking action, but cities can! We need to keep fossil fuels in the ground and vote for clean energy! Want your home or business to run on 100% clean energy? Your elected officials must first vote t

This inspiring, informative, and FREE workshop is designed for homeowners interested in replacing their water-thirsty lawns with beautiful water efficient landscaping. Experts will provide advice on landscape design, plants, and drip irrigation. In a

Few things on Earth are as miraculous and vital as seeds. Worshipped and treasured since the dawn of humankind. In the last century, 94% of our seed varieties have disappeared. GREAT MOVIE!! SEED: The Untold Story follows passionate seed keepers prot

Planned maintenance is good business.

Regular planned maintenance is the best way to ensure trouble-free operation and peak performance. Mark Finck (FSTC) and Nicole O'Rourke, Energy Expert will teach you how to reduce downtime and how to keep your eq

Please join us for our first Crop Swap of the 2017 season. We will be welcoming the coming of spring with our March Crop Swap and Community Gathering. We invite you to share in honoring the beginning of this season by bringing what ever crops you may

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make cheese or butter?  Chef Alison Negrin, will demonstrate some basic recipes that will remove the mystery and reveal the benefits of preserving dairy. You will have the opportunity to taste, create and practice

The rainy winter WILL end soon, and this spring is a perfect time to get new plants established. Here are just a few of the gems we have available at our first sale on March 18 from 9-1. Come early for the best selection. 

Sustainable Lafayette and Our Savior’s Lutheran Church are co-hosting a special wine & tapas film night and fundraiser featuring the new documentary “Before the Flood.”  Start the evening with shared wine & tapas at 6:30pm, and then at 7pm grab some