Community Events

Rugged Roots is more than a farm, it’s a community space. During the season Rugged Roots transforms into an outdoor classroom for summer workshops, a prep kitchen, a dance floor, a floral studio, and more.

  • Farm Outdoor Classroom

    Tuesday, Sept 1st from 5:30-6:30pm

    Free family education activity hosted by our Farm Educator Jessica Ritchey open to parents and their kids! Together, we'll prepare a quick, easy recipe using farm fresh produce together in the outdoor kitchen. We will be cooking from 5:30-6:30pm. If the class is filled, feel welcome to stop by 5-7pm during the Tuesday Evening Farm Stand for recipes and samples :)

    Register here

  • Farm Outdoor Classroom

    Thursday, Sept 17th from 5:30-7pm

    Spend an evening on the farm creating bouquets with farm fresh flowers. You'll learn tips and tricks about harvesting, storing flowers, and making arrangements. This workshop is a fundraiser for Lost Sierra Food Project and Rugged Roots Farm.

    Register here

  • Rugged Roots Farm

    Weds, Sept 23rd from 6pm-8pm

    Join us for a volunteer evening and potluck on the fall equinox. We will be working on our strawberry patch.

    Please invite friends and family— the more the merrier! Bring a dish to share and celebrate the autumnal harvest under twinkling lights in the outdoor classroom.

  • Rugged Roots Farm
    Saturday, October 3rd
    11 am to 3 pm

Victoria Ann Photography

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