Nutrition & Health

The UCCE Tuolumne County Master Gardeners Open Garden Days are held on the first Saturday of the month, from February through November, rain or shine. The Demonstration Garden is located at 251 S. Barretta Street in Sonora, (Cassina High School Campus.) We have a wonderful time every year sharing…

The explosion of color and abundance continues to delight in the garden. At the moment, we especially recommend a visit to the Catalpa tree currently in bloom behind Tony's Teahouse near the succulent garden, scenting the area with its heavenly fragrance. Catalpa trees typically flower in late spring…

Learn safe, research-based methods for proper curing, dehydrating, and pickling garlic bulbs and seasonal scapes.Learn practical, research-based methods for preserving garlic bulbs and seasonal garlic scapes at home. In this one-hour class, participants will explore safe techniques for curing (drying),…

Learn safe ways to preserve peaches, plums, and apricots with fruit butters, compotes, BBQ sauce, and more.Go beyond jam and discover creative, research-based ways to preserve summer stone fruit at home. In this one-hour online class, participants will explore safe methods for preserving peaches, plums, and…

Join Santa Barbara Master Gardeners in a workshop on:Garden Irrigation. We will cover hands-on demonstrations, automated low-maintenance systems, simple design approaches, and DIY installation and maintenance techniques.Saturday, June 13, 2026, 10 am - 12 pm.Mesa Harmony Garden  

Join Master Gardeners in a Garden Talk on Accessible - Adaptive Gardening. We will cover how to enjoy gardening regardless of limitations and how to adapt to your needs, abilities, and preferences. June 1, 2026 |  7:00PM to 8:00PM.This is a free online event.

Join Master Gardeners in a garden workshop at the Santa Maria Public Library on Backyard Composting We will cover why we should compost, how it works, what materials are needed, methods and their pros and cons, the do's and don'ts, and troubleshooting issues.  May 23, 2026 |  11AM to…

Transform the seasonal bounty of your garden (or the local farmer’s market) into vibrant, crunchy, and tangy delights that last all year long! Whether you are a gardening enthusiast looking to manage a harvest or a food lover eager to create custom condiments, this class will cover the essential techniques…

In this one-hour webinar, we will talk about the basics of food preservation and how an everyday person can start preserving food today, how to keep your food fresher, longer in the refrigerator, and the environmental benefits of food preservation. We hope you can join us for this exciting collaboration…

Learn the fundamentals of freeze-drying for long-term food preservation. In this one-hour class, you’ll explore how freeze-drying works and how it helps maintain food quality over time.We’ll cover practical applications, including preserving complete meals and freeze-dried snacks such as fruit and candy. The…