Events Calendar
November 2024
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Semilitas Rising Class & Volunteer Day
Tania Pulido | tania@urbantilth.org
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Sunday, Nov. 2 | 10AM - 1PM
Richmond High School Garden, 1250 23rd St
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Come join us at Richmond High’s First Sunday volunteer event with Semillitas Rising!
Bring your friends and little ones as we prepare for the winter season and mulch our garden with us. For the little ones, UT’s resident herbalist and Educator Daniela Tabora will be teaching us how to make eco-friendly playdough using natural ingredients!
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Senior Gardening Days
By Alana McCarthy | alana@urbantilth.org
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Every Monday starting Nov. 4th | 10AM - 11AM
515 Silver Avenue, Richmond CA, 94564
| Senior Gardening Days are a series of workshops designed for senior citizens who are interested in gardening. The class will feature educational activities, hands-on craft sessions in the garden, a cooking demo with fresh produce, and a field trip to the North Richmond Farm! | |
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Intro to Healing Movements
By Alana McCarthy | alana@urbantilth.org
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Saturday, Nov. 9 | 12PM - 1:30PM
North Richmond Farm
355 Brookside Drive, Richmond CA 94801
| This event will teach people how physical movement how it affects our mental health. We will be guided by an intuitive movement instructor on how to use movement for healing! We will discuss the importance of healing movements, mindfulness, mental health and how they all relate to farming! | |
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Rooted in History: Planting Day
With the Watersheds Crew
By Luis Jacobo and Alana McCarthy | alana@urbantilth.org, luisj@urbantilth.org
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Saturday, Nov. 9 | 9AM - 12PM
North Richmond Farm
323 Brookside Drive, Richmond CA 94801
| Join UT’s Watersheds crew for a planting day at the North Richmond Farm! We’ll be planting California native plants, grown by our Watersheds team, along the History Walk, celebrating the growth of our Farm and our community. It’s a perfect way to get outdoors, learn about the farm, and connect with others. We will provide all necessary tools and plants. Please bring clothes you aren’t afraid to get dirty, and a reusable water bottle. | |
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Greenway Community Gardens Volunteer Day
By Arleide Santos | greenway@urbantilth.org
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Saturday, Nov. 9 | 10AM - 1PM
Greenway Community Garden
6th St. and Ohio Ave
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Swing by and share some love with our Greenway Community Gardens before winter steals the warmth away.
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After School at The Farm
By Alana McCarthy | alana@urbantilth.org
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Wednesday, Nov. 13, 20, and 27 | 3:30PM - 5PM
North Richmond Farm
355 Brookside Dr, Richmond CA 94801
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After-school at The Farm is a free event for Pre-k through 5th grade students and their families. We invite you to join us at the North Richmond Farm for fun games, learning, activities, and hands-on gardening!
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Beats & Greet
By Latifah Abdullah | latifah@urbantilth.org
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Friday, Nov. 15 | 5PM - 8PM
411 Brookside Dr, Richmond CA 94801
| Urban Tilth’s Black Caucus presents Beats & Greet, an evening of music, laughter, and unity for Black residents. This event will feature a live DJ, free food, art, games, a native plant giveaway, and an open dance floor, offering a welcoming space for all ages to connect and celebrate. Join us to foster relationships, cultural opportunities, and amplify the voices of our Black community. | | |
Unity Park Cleanup with Dumpster Day
By Arleide Santos | greenway@urbantilth.org
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Saturday, Nov. 16 | 10AM - 1PM
Unity Park
1605 Ohio Avenue Richmond CA 94801
| Urban Tilth, in partnership with Rich City Rides, Moving Forward, and Fierce, invites you to join us for the final community clean-up of the year. Come by to say hello and take part! Don’t forget—we’ll have a free dumpster available to support the community. | |
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Gratitude Walk
By Arleide Santos | greenway@urbantilth.org
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Monday, Nov. 18 - 30th | All Day
Richmond Greenway, from 2nd to 22nd Street
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The Richmond Greenway Trail has been sprinkled with extra sparkle and magic just for you. Whether you're strolling with loved ones, furry friends, or enjoying some solo time, come soak in the peaceful vibes. Give thanks in a unique way this holiday season! Explore the Greenway on foot or by bike, reveling in its stunning gardens and natural beauty.
How has the Richmond Greenway Trail impacted your life? Let us know!
Your story could earn you a $50 gift card.
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Fall Seed Saving
By Diana Leal and Laura Navarro | laura@urbantilth.org, diana@urbantilth.org
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Saturday, Nov. 23 | 10AM - 1PM
North Richmond Farm
355 Brookside Dr. Richmond CA 94801
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Join this community seed saving event at the North Richmond Farm to learn how to process summer flower and veggie seeds.
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Saturday Nov. 23 | 10AM - 12:30PM
North Richmond Farm
355 Brookside Drive Richmond, CA 94801
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Join us at our 4th Saturday Volunteer event! Support with fall farm maintenance tasks like bed prep, weeding, and cover cropping.
There will also be a youth educational activity! Come on out, lend a helping hand and check out all of our farm's progress.
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Pickup Free Fruits and Veggies! | |
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Free Farm Stand
Arrive before 2:00PM before it's gone!
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Tuesdays
Crescent Park
5000 Hartnett Ave, Richmond CA
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Wednesdays
*NEW* Lucas Park
724 10th St, Richmond CA
Unity Plaza
1605 Ohio Ave, Richmond CA
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Thursdays
North Richmond
1443 Fred Jackson Way, Richmond CA
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Fridays
*NEW* Parchester Village
900 Williams Drive, Richmond CA
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Plants Available This November
Collard Greens
Mustard Greens
Broccoli
Bok Choy
*Plant availability varies daily
based on readiness.
Pickup Days
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
North Richmond Farm
355 Brookside Dr. Richmond CA 94801
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Support a Local Farmer's Market | | |
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Civic Center Farmer's Market | |
Every Saturday | 7AM - 3PM
Richmond Main Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond
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Come out and enjoy access to delicious, fresh fruits and veggies brought to you by local family farmers. This is a project of Richmond Certified Farmers Market and the City of Richmond.
*Every 4th Friday:
Kids Activities, Live Music, & Surprise Vendors!*
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Marina Bay Farmer's Market | |
Every Sunday | 10AM - 2PM
Marina Bay Park, 1280 Melville Sq, Richmond CA
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Do your weekly grocery shopping of veggies and fruits with us!
It is stone fruit season, so don't miss out on buying from farmers that have been dedicated to Richmond for nearly 40 years! The Marina Bay Certified Farmer's Market is a project of Richmond Certified Farmers Market and the City of Richmond
*Every 2nd Sunday:
Local Craft Vendors, Kids Activities, & Live Music!
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If you enjoy the work of Urban Tilth,
please consider making a donation to today!
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Urban Tilth
323 Brookside Dr.
Richmond, CA 94801
510-232- 0911
volunteer@urbantilth.org
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