Events

Let's support and celebrate our small but mighty pollinator friends during National Pollinator Week! Our special guest, the Wildlands Conservancy, will be present with activities and information to give pollinators the recognition they deserve!

There's a reason why birds and bears love berries... they're not only sweet and delicious, they're also immune boosting, antioxidant-packed superstars! Get your jam on at this berrylicious festival of fruit featuring freshly picked blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, elderberries, gooseberries and more! Sample some berries, enjoy tasty baked good bursting with berries, make your own smoothie, […]

Let's celebrate the vibrant Hispanic culture of the West Ward with food, drink, music, and activities!

Kick off the third season of the West Ward Market, presented by Capital Blue. Enjoy fabulous food, live music, free market bags, Westie, the West Ward Woodpecker, the POWER of PRODUCE program for kids, and so much more! Opening ceremony and ribbon cutting at 4:00 pm.

It's everything Strawberry Day!  

Learn about the birds, bees, butterflies and insects that sustain our food system. Sample local honey and discover the power of bees. Celebrate flowers and herbs with fun activities for kids and adults.

Are you ready for some FAST FOOD? The Valley's hottest, and zaniest, veggie race returns July 17th! We supply the zucchini, wheels, carving and craft materials; you supply the creativity. Our pit crew will be on site to assist with zucchini car building, and real life NASCAR official Peter Brohl will be flagging the race. […]

Celebrate the taste of summer at Tomato Day! Enjoy an heirloom tomato sampling with 20 varieties of tomatoes, a pico de gallo station, tomato activities at the POP Tent, and even Tomato Mini Golf!    

Watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, canary... it's all about the magic of melons today. Sample some sweet and colorful fruits, learn the health benefits of melons, make a melon smoothie, snag some tasty recipes, and see how far you can spit a watermelon seed!

Celebrate the Fall harvest with fresh apples, sweet squash, gorgeous mums, and pumpkins galore.