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Community Events

We host free workshops, public and private volunteering activities, and other community-oriented events! See below for what's coming in the next few weeks, or visit the Volunteer Activities page for general information.

Sow & Grow Gatherings

These monthly events bring our diverse community together by combining volunteering with workshops on food and gardening topics. Meet new people, gain knowledge and skills, and contribute to the local food justice movement! Everyone is welcome. No experience needed.

Every second Saturday from 1-3 pm

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Other Events

We regularly host free, public workshops that build skills and support the local food system. Workshop topics in the past have included seed saving, rainwater harvesting, beekeeping, and container gardening. Follow us @valleyverde on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated on our upcoming workshops!

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Upcoming Events

  • Chopsticks Alley Art Activity (1 of 3): Whispering Wind Chimes
    Chopsticks Alley Art Activity (1 of 3): Whispering Wind Chimes
    Sat, Mar 14
    691 W San Carlos St
    Mar 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    691 W San Carlos St, 691 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95126, USA
    Join us in creating wooden wind chimes. The gentle sounds represent the movement of water, such as falling rain or flowing rivers and streams. These sounds remind us of the role water plays in supporting life.
  • Chopsticks Alley Art Activity (2 of 3): Lanterns of Hope
    Chopsticks Alley Art Activity (2 of 3): Lanterns of Hope
    Sat, Apr 11
    691 W San Carlos St
    Apr 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    691 W San Carlos St, 691 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95126, USA
    Join us in transforming plastic bottles into Floating Lanterns of Hope. Plastic travels through rivers and oceans, harming animals and water. Together, we'll transform plastic into painted lanterns that symbolize care and responsibility for our water.
  • Chopsticks Alley Art Activity (3 of 3): Rock Painting
    Chopsticks Alley Art Activity (3 of 3): Rock Painting
    Sat, Jun 13
    691 W San Carlos St
    Jun 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    691 W San Carlos St, 691 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95126, USA
    Join us in painting garden rocks inspired by water, rain, clouds, rivers, plants, and the sun. We'll learn about water conservation for gardening while painting rocks that represent parts of our water cycle.

Past Events

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