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Join Us for A Day on the Farm
Sunday, May 23, 8:30am - 2:30pm
$5 Suggested Donation
American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive in Rancho Cordova
The Day's Events Include:
Farm Stand: Purchase fresh, local, organic vegetables & fruit
Organic Plant Sale
Cooking Classes
Farm Tours
Workshops
Kid's Garden Activities
Face Painting & Photo Booth
Community Education Tables
Local Arts & Music
Morning Food, Snacks & Lunch
Learn About:
Gardening • Composting • Wildlife • Native Plants • Raising Chickens & More
Directions & Parking:
- Road leading to the farm will be closed to traffic
- Walking and bicycling are encouraged. There will be a bike and stroller valet.
- Parking is available at Cordova High School, Cordova Community Center, and
Hagan Park (fees apply)
The whole family can also join in the fun at the Veggie Chase 5K & Kids' Runs, next door at Hagan Park.
Save the Date
Urban Ag Fest 2010: Common Table
Saturday, June 19
Presented by Slow Food Sacramento and benefitting Soil Born Farms. Get your tickets now!
Farm reception and gourmet Farm-to-Table dinner
Healthy Walk Around the Farm
Saturday, July 10 and Saturday, August 14
Farm tour, light breakfast, kids activities and project presentation (Please register in advance).
Autumn Plant Sale
Saturday, September 4
8th Annual Autumn Equinox Fundraiser
Saturday, September 18
Fine food, wine, music at the farm on Hurley Way. Sponsored by the Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op.
Grandparents Day at the Ranch (bring the kids)
Saturday, October 9
Farm tour, garden activities, pumpkins and snacks.
Art & Appetizers for Acres
Sunday, November 7
A fundraiser at Beatnik Studios with a photo exhibit by members of Sacramento's Focus Group featuring fine art and commercial photographers.
Urban Ag Fest 2010: Common Table
Presented by Slow Food Sacramento and Benefiting Soil Born Farms
Saturday, June 19th
Get your tickets now!
4pm: Farm Tour Reception featuring wine and appetizers.
5:30pm: Gourmet Farm-to-Table Dinner catered by Dionisio and Terese Esperas of A Healthy Kitchen; three-courses feature fresh foods from the farm. The evening also includes a live auction with the opportunity to bid on food, cooking, and dining related items. All proceeds benefit Soil Born Farms food access projects.
Gardening classes
We offer classes on building fertile soils, vermicomposting, planting fruit trees, gifts from the garden and more! View the full list of classes coming up at Soil Born Farms.
Where to Find Our Produce
American River Ranch Farm Stand
Featuring fresh, seasonal, local and organic vegetables and fruit. Our farm stand is open every Saturday 8am to 1pm starting May 29th.
IN THE GROW Farm Stands
Soil Born operates mini farmers' markets at Head Start pre-schools around Sacramento. The stands are open to the public, and you'll always find a nice selection of affordable fruits and vegetables from Soil Born and other local growers. EBT (food stamps) accepted. Find locations and hours.
Support a Brand New Farm
Former Soil Born apprentice Austin Blair has started his own small farm near the town of Sonoma in the Valley of the Moon. Check out the Lunita Farm website and this recent feature in the local Kenwood Press.
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