Food Justice & Sovereignty Program
Announcing
Sowing the Seeds of Change is Back
Gut Health from the garden
Gut Health from the garden
Class name:
Gut Health from the Garden
When: Wed, June 17th, 5:30–7PM
Where: Growing Gardens (inside the Barn), 1630 Hawthorn Ave, Boulder, CO 80304
Class Description: Gut health is our birthright and the patterns for healing our gut live within traditional food cultures around the world. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to make curtido, a delicious probiotic-rich fermented dish from El Salvador known for supporting digestion and overall wellness. We’ll explore how simple, ancestral food practices can restore balance in the body while preparing curtido together from fresh ingredients. You’ll leave with practical skills, a jar of curtido to take home, and a deeper connection to food as medicine.
Instructor Bio: Asia Dorsey is a traditional gut-mind herbalist and nutritional therapist from the Five Points neighborhood of Denver. After reversing her own depression through food, she inherited the Five Points Fermentation Company in 2015, where she provided restorative, probiotic foods to local bars, restaurants, grocers, and the community. With nearly a decade of experience, Asia now leads her practice, Bones Bugs and Botany, helping individuals access embodied liberation through food and herbal medicine education. She also co-hosts the Petty Herbalist Podcast and stewards the Food Genius Mentorship Program.
Remedios Refrescantes: Bebidas Elaboradas con Hierbas Tradicionales
Remedios Refrescantes: Bebidas Elaboradas con Hierbas Tradicionales
Remedios Refrescantes: Bebidas Elaboradas con Hierbas Tradicionales
**Este taller se impartirá completamente en español. Habrá interpretación de español a inglés disponible para las personas que no hablen español.
**This workshop will be provided entirely in Spanish. Spanish to English interpretation will be available to non-Spanish speakers.
Fecha y hora: Martes 21 de julio, de 5:30 a 7:00 PM.
Lugar: Growing Gardens (dentro del granero), 1630 Hawthorn Ave, Boulder, CO 80304
¡Se ofrecerán botanas ligeras!
Descripcion de la Clase: En esta clase aprenderas sobre diferentes yerbas que se puede usar para hacer bebidas refrescantes y saludables para todo el cuerpo sin el uso de azucar. Tendras la oportunidad de probar y crear estas bebidas con el uso de recetas y fórmulas para recrear en casa.
Biografia de la Instructora: Vivian Pérez es una herbolista y es la dueña de Magia Botánica dónde vende tés herbales, tincturas, asceites de masaje y además ofrece soporte individual. La puedes encontrar en su jardin, caminando su perra Gita o en casa creando un producto nuevo.
Class Description:
In this class, you will learn about different herbs that can be used to make refreshing, healthy beverages for the whole body without the use of sugar. You will have the opportunity to taste and prepare these beverages using recipes and formulas that you can recreate at home.
Instructor Biography:
Vivian Pérez is an herbalist and the owner of Magia Botánica, where she sells herbal teas, tinctures, and massage oils, and also offers one-on-one support. You can find her in her garden, walking her dog Gita, or at home creating a new product.
Nopal for Health and Hydration
Nopal for Health and Hydration
Nopal for Health and Hydration
Fecha y hora: Wed, August 5th, 5:30-7PM
Lugar: Growing Gardens (dentro del granero), 1630 Hawthorn Ave, Boulder, CO 80304
Light snacks will be provided!
Class Description: Join Mandy Medrano for a flavorful exploration of cactus as food, culture, and tradition. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to prepare Mandy's signature Cactus Pasta Salad, featuring nopal cactus and fresh ingredients that highlight the versatility and nutritional benefits of this traditional food. Participants will also discover how Agua de Tuna is a refreshing beverage made from prickly pear fruit. Through a demonstration and tasting, Mandy will share the history, cultural significance, and contemporary uses of both nopal and tuna, while exploring how cactus has nourished communities across the Americas for generations. This interactive experience blends food, storytelling, and cultural knowledge, inviting participants to connect with the rich traditions surrounding one of the region's most resilient and celebrated plants.
Instructor Bio: Mandy Medrano is a Colorado-based cultural educator, community practitioner, arts facilitator, and founder of Yolotl Rising. A descendant of Apache, Comanche, Mexican, and Andean peoples, she has dedicated more than 30 years to creating community-centered programs that connect culture, creativity, wellness, and tradition. Through her work, Mandy brings people together through storytelling, foodways, arts, and intergenerational learning, helping communities celebrate cultural knowledge and build meaningful connections. She is passionate about creating spaces where people can learn, share, and honor the traditions that shape who they are.
Our Core Activities
The FJS program is built on engaging, hands-on experiences within our urban gardens and farms. We empower our community through a variety of educational and collaborative activities.
Hands-on Workshops
Learn practical skills in organic gardening, seed saving, composting, and sustainable farming methods. Our workshops are designed for all experience levels.
Knowledge Sharing & Education
Participate in sessions focused on traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), nutrition, and the cultural significance of food within Indigenous communities.
Community Harvests & Celebrations
Join us for vibrant community gatherings, harvest festivals, and shared meals that strengthen local bonds and celebrate our collective efforts.
Volunteering Opportunities
Contribute to our urban gardens, assist with workshops, or help organize community events. Your time and effort make a real difference!
Food Justice & Sovereignty Gathering series:
Sowing the Seeds of Change
Is a transformative gathering series bridging ecological and social justice, cultivating equitable community spaces while cultivating biodiverse gardens
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