Upcoming Events

Just like garlic, the DUG community does some of our best growing in winter! Join DUG for the 2025 Symposium, our annual convening for Garden Leaders and Tree Keepers. The day will include presentations, a workshop/panel discussion, breakout sessions, access to free seeds, DUG giveaways, and more! Light breakfast and a full lunch will be (more…)

New and returning Garden Leaders are invited to join DUG for a Garden Leader Training. In this training, DUG will explain the expectations of community gardens, highlight resources available to Garden Leaders and gardeners, and provide tried and true tips for effective garden management. This is an in-person training with light food provided. There will (more…)

Register Here Discover the magic of seeds and the joy of planting together as a family! Even while it’s still chilly outside, now is the perfect time to start seeds for your spring garden. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the resilience and wonder of seeds, learn the essentials of seed-starting—when, where, why, and how—and (more…)

Motus Theater invites you to a special adventure of improvisational theater where you share a short reflection or a story, and then watch a diverse group of professional improv actors enact YOUR story on the spot using movement, music, and dramatic spoken word. The stories may be funny or sad; memories from long ago or (more…)

Register Here Join DUG’s Board Member, Richard, Hess, for a discussion on estate planning. Richard Hess is an attorney at Coan, Payton & Payne with decades of experience advising clients on estate planning and account management. During this free, educational session, you and other supporters will learn: Why it’s important to have a will, How (more…)

International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated annually across the world on March 8th, and WorldDenver is proud to host one of the largest IWD celebrations in the country. Join over 700 community and business leaders, elected officials, students & supporters as we celebrate women and girls’ success around the world. We invite you to be (more…)

Discover the essentials of planning your garden with a design-focused approach! We’ll discuss designing for purpose, seasonality, ease of harvest, and diversity, helping you to prioritize your unique garden goals while sharing best practices and common challenges. By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a personalized garden plan for the upcoming season and inspiring (more…)

During this session, we will discuss the DUG Garden Adoption Program which is led by our Director of Partnerships, Nessa. We would like to hear from gardens that have never heard of the program, who have been adopted by a company, or who are interested in this as a fundraising source for their garden. What (more…)

Register Here Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring the fascinating world of mushroom cultivation! We’ll dive deep into what makes mushrooms so unique, learn different techniques for growing them, and gain practical experience by inoculating your own grow bag with a choice of mushroom spawn to take home. Pricing This workshop is pay-what-you-can with (more…)

The DUG Town Hall is a quarterly opportunity to come and share whatever is on your mind. Town Halls are open to anyone: Garden Leaders, Gardeners, Tree Keepers, Neighbors, Community Partners. Ask questions, offer feedback, share an issue happening in your garden, etc. Light breakfast will be provided. Depending on attendance, Town Halls may take (more…)

Celebrate and honor our Earth all year long with a hands-on workshop that blends creativity and nature! Using natural materials, you’ll craft unique, eco-friendly art pieces while exploring the beauty and resources of the natural world. This engaging experience fosters a deeper appreciation for the environment and offers a fun way to connect with both (more…)

In celebration of Earth Month, learn how to turn your kitchen into an environmentally-friendly space! In this class, we explore the different ways our kitchen can help us become more eco- friendly and reduce our carbon footprint. We discuss waste reduction tips, explore the concepts of reusing, recycling and composting, and cook two delicious dishes (more…)

Always in time for spring planting and Mother’s Day, DUG’s Spring Plant Sale has everything you need to get growing! This 2-day event has all you need for spring planting, from seedling to hanging baskets, straw to compost. Plus, SNAP recipients can receive free food-producing plants at our sale! To reduce waste, please consider bringing (more…)

Sensory gardens are thoughtfully designed to engage the senses—touch, smell, sound, sight, and taste—offering visitors a unique and therapeutic way to connect with nature. In this workshop, we’ll delve into the many benefits of sensory gardens, introduce plants that inspire wonder and curiosity, and provide practical design examples for creating sensory spaces in offices or (more…)

Cooking is an important part of enjoying healthy, nutritious, and culturally diverse foods. In this hands-on workshop, families will harvest fresh ingredients, prepare delicious meals together, and share in the joy of cooking. You’ll leave with five easy, family-approved recipes that everyone can help make—building confidence and connection in the kitchen! Pricing This workshop is (more…)

Explore the fascinating world of garden critters in this hands-on workshop! Together, you’ll learn how to identify garden pests, attract beneficial insects, and create garden-friendly additions to support pollinators and natural pest control. Through exploration and interactive activities, your family will gain a deeper understanding of the tiny creatures that help gardens thrive. Pricing This (more…)

Gather in the garden to learn about harvesting and processing your herbs! Properly drying and storing culinary and medicinal herbs is one way to keep in touch with your garden all year long. Come learn how to do successive harvests of common garden herbs to maximize your harvest. We’ll also learn how to properly dry (more…)

Time spent in nature is a powerful tool for improving mental health, reducing stress, and fostering overall well-being for individuals and communities. In this workshop, we’ll explore the growing body of research demonstrating the transformative effects of connecting with nature. Participants will be guided through practical examples and hands-on activities, gaining tools to design their (more…)

We’re diving deep into the fascinating and fun-filled bee world! Learn about why bees are important, how they make honey, and learn how to harvest from a hive. An unforgettable experience (and a jar of your very own honey from Colorado bees straight from the hive) awaits! Pricing This workshop is pay-what-you-can with a suggested (more…)

Join Clinical Herbalist Liz Faermark for a class on making your own herbal tinctures with fresh plant material. Learn how to take a freshly-harvested medicinal plant and preserve its power in a liquid extract. Participants will learn a step-by-step process of tincture-making, peppered with helpful tips and tricks. We’ll also discuss how to incorporate tinctures (more…)

If you enjoy sipping tea and connecting with the earth and others, this workshop offers a meaningful way to explore the benefits of herbal teas while building community. Herbal teas are not only soothing and flavorful but also rich in health benefits and simple to create. Join us in a DUG community garden to discover (more…)

Late summer and early fall mark a time of transition in Colorado gardens. This workshop will cover techniques for maintaining and harvesting warm-season crops, revitalizing soil, selecting cool-weather crops, and using season extension tools like row covers and mulching. Participants will also learn how to put their garden to bed at the end of the (more…)

Join Clinical Herbalist Liz Faermark of Talk Wild Herbs for a ritual celebration of good health around the Autumnal Equinox! Fire cider is a traditional tonic that’s made with vinegar and a variety of immune-supportive herbs and foods like garlic, onion, horseradish, hot peppers, spicy roots, and aromatic herbs. Making fire cider is a traditional (more…)

Turn kitchen scraps into garden gold with the power of red wiggler worms! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll build your own vermicomposting bin and learn how to care for your new family members (worms!), transforming food waste into nutrient-rich compost year-round—even indoors. Take home your very own worm bin and start creating healthy soil for (more…)

Learn the fundamentals of seed saving and gain hands-on experience with preserving different seed types. This class covers techniques for collecting, cleaning, and storing seeds from vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Participants will practice saving seeds from a variety of plants and learn about their unique requirements, ensuring success in building a sustainable seed collection for (more…)

Students will explore the fundamentals of growing mushrooms at home, covering everything from sourcing materials and pressure cooking to creating growing bags, mushroom cultivation, and harvesting techniques. We’ll also talk about lesser-known growing mediums, including pumpkins! You’ll have the opportunity to practice your new skills by inoculating a pumpkin, learning how to care for it, (more…)

DUG’s Volunteer Appreciation Fest is an annual celebration of our community volunteers, from Garden Leaders to Grow a Garden mentors, and everyone in between. This year’s celebration will be hosted on Saturday, November 1 at the DUG Office. This is an invitation-only event and the registration link can be found via email. Tickets are free but required. Registrations (more…)

Bring the whole family and join us for fun, for a hands-on family workshop where you will craft three gifts made with ingredients inspired by the garden —perfect for sharing with loved ones or treating yourself this holiday season! Don’t miss this chance to explore your creativity while connecting with nature! Pricing This workshop is (more…)