Gardening focus: Growing in Raised Beds and Containers using wood, screws, and raised bed materials. This month’s gardening lesson centers on building and growing in raised beds and containers, with an emphasis on flexibility for different home and community settings. Participants will learn how to assemble raised beds, understand soil depth and drainage needs, and choose crops that do well in these systems. The session will cover how raised beds and containers support better soil structure, water management, and accessibility for gardeners of different ages and abilities.

Registered participants will receive wood, screws, and raised bed materials, gaining hands-on experience in constructing or reinforcing growing spaces that can be adapted to yards, patios, or small urban plots.

Cooking focus: Greens Kimchi with fresh greens and a jar to start your own ferment. The nutritional topic, Greens Kimchi, a fermented dish that uses leafy greens to create a tangy, nutrient-dense food that can be stored and eaten over time. Participants will learn the basics of fermentation, including salt ratios, packing, timing, and safe storage. The session will highlight how fermentation supports gut health, reduces food waste, and turns surplus or seasonal greens into a long-lasting pantry staple.