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Introduction to Japanese Herbs

May 26, 2016 from 7pm to 9pm – 42 West 8th Ave Tonari Gumi - Japanese Volunteer Centre You're invited to join us as we learn more about growing Japanese herbs. Then sample these herbs in delicous simple recipes. Best of all you get to take home herb starts and seeds! If you love Japane… Organized by Makiko Suzuki | Type: free, gardening, workshop, food

Doing Things Differently: EduACTION Igniting a New Economy

July 28, 2016 from 6pm to 8pm – Groundswell Grassroots Economic Alternatives A Panel on Social Entrepreneurship & Alternative Education July 28th, Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Groundswell Cafe & Learning Space | 566 Powell Street We are thrilled to host a panel discussi… Organized by Iona of Groundswell | Type: panel, discussion, free, talk

Creative Neighbours Salon

August 28, 2016 from 6pm to 9pm – MLA David Eby's community office every 4th Sunday 6-7 social and networking 7-8 presentation by artist/s 8-9 more social and networking Check out upcoming events and RSVP: http://creative-neighbours.eventbrite.ca Organized by Mary Bennett, Creative Neighbours Salon | Type: kits, arts, culture, free

*Westside Food Festival July 18-31 -- over 40 free activities and workshops

July 18, 2017 at 3:30pm to July 31, 2017 at 9pm – Various locations around the Westside Register: Eventbrite Facebook Page Share these events w/friends/family! Village Vancouver's hosting the 1st annual Westside Food Festival! Join us July 18-31 for 2 weeks of free family friendly wor… Organized by Village Vancouver, Marpole Oakridge Neighbourhood Food Network, South False Creek Neighbourhood Food Network | Type: westside, festival, food, workshops, gardening, tours, potlucks, permaculturem, community markets, info sessions, free

*Spice Up Your Garden with Garlic! (FREE workshop)

October 20, 2018 from 10am to 12pm – Garratt Wellness Centre Garlic's easy to grow, can thrive in small spaces, and tastes great homegrown! In this free workshop with Rhiannon Johnson, we'll cover different types of garlic, soil, planting, care, and what to ex… Organized by Village Vancouver, Richmond Food Bank | Type: richmond, free, workshop

*Canning! (FREE workshop)

October 23, 2018 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm – Garratt Wellness Centre Now's the perfect time to do some canning! This hands on, three hour workshop is suitable for beginners or those needing to refresh their canning skills. Instructor Caitlin Dorward will cover all the… Organized by Village Vancouver, Richmond Food Bank | Type: richmond, free, workshop

Climate Science fair 2018

October 25, 2018 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm – Charles Dickens elementary school The Climate Science Fair at Charles Dickens Elementary will showcase a variety of energy-saving technologies and practices you can bring to your home to help you live more sustainably! We will showca… Organized by Chris Gooderham | Type: free, interactive, event, for, all, ages

*Canning! (FREE workshop)

September 10, 2019 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm Organized by Village Vancouver, Richmond Food Bank | Type: richmond, free, workshop

*Spice Up Your Garden with Garlic! (FREE workshop)

September 30, 2019 from 5pm to 7pm – Garratt Wellness Centre Garlic's easy to grow, can thrive in small spaces, and tastes great homegrown! In this free workshop with Rhiannon Johnson, we'll cover different types of garlic, soil, planting, care, and what to ex… Organized by Village Vancouver, Richmond Food Bank | Type: richmond, free, workshop

*How to Compost and Make Great Dirt! (FREE workshop)

October 27, 2019 from 2pm to 4pm – Garratt Wellness Centre Composting produces a valuable addition to your gardening that is rich in nutrients and beneficial microorganisms. For beginners and experienced composters: learn how to start composting, optimize yo… Organized by Village Vancouver, Richmond Food Bank | Type: richmond, free, workshop