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Together@Work: Article

Principle Spotlight: Network of Safety

February 20, 2026
By Elizabeth A Moon
 Providing action and intentionality to our shared Principles. Welcome to a monthly series where each month the Workplace Inclusion and Belonging unit spins the dial and spotlights one of UC ANR Principles of Community and turns intention into action.Join in the unpacking of a new principle every month,…
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Under the Solano Sun: Article

A Bountiful Botanical Garden

February 20, 2026
By Jennifer M Baumbach
Blog by Lanie KeystoneIf the promise of Spring has given you a sense of wanderlust, look no further than a visit to San Luis Obispo (SLO) on California’s Central Coast.  It’s just a little over 4-hour drive from Solano or Yolo Counties, or, for even more fun, take a train trip along the coast. …
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Meet Our TeamCommunity Nutrition and Health  Jasmin SmithCommunity Nutrition and Health AdvisorPhone (209) 953-6109jasm@ucanr.edu CalFresh Healthy Living (CFHL)  Name Title Email Phone Number   Lorena Hoyos Community Education Supervisor II lhoyos@ucanr.edu  (209) 953-6121  …
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UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo: Event

Hands-On Class: Spring Food Preservation

Apr 22, 2026

Learn practical, research-based food preservation tips in this hands-on class presented by the UC Master Food Preserver Program of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties, in collaboration with CalFresh Healthy Living, UC Cooperative Extension.This class is hosted at the Lompoc Public Library.
UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo
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UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo: Event

Hands-On Class: Peach Salsa (12:00–1:00 PM)

May 9, 2026

Learn the basics of steam canning while making peach salsa in this hands-on workshop presented by the UC Master Food Preserver Program of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties.This class is hosted at the Paso Robles Library Study Center (note: this is a different location than the Paso Robles City…
UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo
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UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo: Event

Hands-On Class: Peach Salsa (10:00–11:00 AM)

May 9, 2026

Learn the basics of steam canning while making peach salsa in this hands-on workshop presented by the UC Master Food Preserver Program of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties.This class is hosted at the Paso Robles Library Study Center (note: this is a different location than the Paso Robles City…
UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo
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UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo: Event

Hands-On Class: Sauerkraut (12:00–1:00 PM)

Apr 11, 2026

Learn the basics of fermentation by making sauerkraut in this hands-on workshop presented by the UC Master Food Preserver Program of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties.This class is hosted at the Paso Robles Library Study Center (note: this is a different location than the Paso Robles City Library).
UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo
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UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo: Event

Hands-On Class: Sauerkraut (10:00–11:00 AM)

Apr 11, 2026

Learn the basics of fermentation by making sauerkraut in this hands-on workshop presented by the UC Master Food Preserver Program of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties.This class is hosted at the Paso Robles Library Study Center (note: this is a different location than the Paso Robles City Library).
UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo
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UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo: Event

Hands-On Class: Chocolate Cherry Jam (12:00–1:00 PM)

Mar 14, 2026

Learn the basics of steam canning while making chocolate cherry jam in this hands-on workshop presented by the UC Master Food Preserver Program of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties.This class is hosted at the Paso Robles Library Study Center (note: this is a different location than the Paso Robles…
UCCE in the County of San Luis Obispo
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