We will take time to discuss and demonstrate the nixtamalization process, and other ways to process corn.

Rice and beans are a staple around the world, often making the best out of what’s left to serve our families. Through this Family Foodways Cooking Class we’ll explore two versions of rice and beans from two tropical countries.

We'll be joining in to help close the Eastside Hub at Georgia Street Community Collective. There will be a short demo on putting your garden to bed and then we'll all work together to accomplish tasks set by our host.

This year-round farm and food hub offers a flexible CSA program featuring local produce, eggs, and honey — along with goods from other nearby producers. During the tour, you’ll meet the farmers, see how Old City Acres manages its production and partnerships, and learn about innovative ways they’re connecting communities with fresh, locally grown food.

Participants will get an overview of the farm infrastructure, tools and techniques Fisheye farmers use to be a successful market garden selling wholesale and retail in Detroit.

Learn how to make Jamaican patties with Lola, KGD Events & Volunteers Manager. Angela, KGD's Garden Development Co-Manager, will also teach us about pique, a Puerto Rican hot sauce made with hot peppers, garlic, and spices.

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During this gathering, our hosts will share all the amazing work they do and share their knowledge on soil health and management.

We’re kicking off our new cooking class series with a celebration of food, culture, and community! Inspired by the Family Foodway garden, Sterling and Jessica will come together to cook with soul food staples like black-eyed peas, sweet potatoes, okra, and tomatoes—fresh ingredients they’ve grown themselves.

Imagine harvesting radishes, lettuce and spinach in December!

Together we'll learn about all this indigenous foodway and all the benefits that wild rice provides.

We’re thrilled to announce that tickets are now on sale for the 2025 Annual Tour of Detroit Farms & Gardens, Saturday, August 23rd, from 1-4:30PM!

One more opportunity to become a Grown In Detroit grower this season!

Join us to learn how to transform the herbs you grow or forage into sustainable, marketable products.

Join us for food, refreshments, music, youth activities, and more and KGD Farm!

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Join us to learn more about community outreach, marketing, and pitching to media.

Scavenger hunt, planting, lawn games, farm tours, farm salad bar, and more!

During this Blooming Moon we will take some time to learn and explore our native plant relatives.

This session will guide you through choosing the ideal soil blends that cater to different plant needs and how to pick the correct sizes and types of containers to support healthy plant development.

Learn how to coexist with garden pests effectively, using environmentally friendly solutions that avoid toxic pesticides.

We'll get into the details of the Detroit Black Farmer Land Fund application with members of the fund's leadership committee

Selling through Grown In Detroit is a great way for growers to develop your farm-based businesses while gaining critical marketing experience through access to one of the country’s oldest markets.

Join us for a fun and hands-on workshop all about native bees! This workshop is intended for children with parents or caregivers in the Garden Resource Program.

During this Blooming Moon we will take some time to learn and explore our native plant relatives.

This session offers helpful tips to showcase the great work of your garden to a broader audience for promotion, grant, and awareness.

We will cover how to care for your hot crops and how to plant and care for the Three Sisters (Corn, Beans and Squash)

At this session we will discuss strategies and techniques to give your plants the ideal amount of water, designs and methods for capturing rainwater for your garden and irrigation systems.

During this gathering we'll demonstrate how to make maple sugar, discuss cultural connections and the nutritional value of this very important seasonal practice.

Join KGD Market Manager Molly Hubbell, in a session on designing and setting up a station including: design, workflow, sanitation, labeling, record keeping, standard operating procedures, organization and more.