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    Lunch & Learn!
    Lunch & Learn!
    Friday, September 09, 2022    
    12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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    • Open House
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    Join Olivewood staff for an in-person walking tour of Olivewood Gardens and a sit-down Q&A for an opportunity to learn more about the ins and outs of our programs! Bring your lunch and visit us in the garden to get the insider perspective on exciting things on the horizon, ways we are learning to pivot our services to cater to the needs of our community amidst COVID-19, how you can get involved, and connect personally with our amazing team! A snack of hummus & veggies will be provided.
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    Chefcitos: Rice & Rolls! (SOLD OUT)
    Chefcitos: Rice & Rolls! (SOLD OUT)
    Saturday, September 10, 2022    
    10:00 am - 11:30 am
    • Chefcitos
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    We welcome your young ones to join us in person at Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center for our September Chefcitos class, Rice & Rolls! In this month's Chefcitos class, we'll be making delicious Veggie-filled Fried Rice and Fresh Spring Rolls with a Homemade Peanut Sauce for dipping! Chefcitos (ages 5-14) will be chopping, mixing and dipping to create some delicious recipes that they can take home and share with their families!
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    Chefcitos: Rice & Rolls! (SOLD OUT)
    Chefcitos: Rice & Rolls! (SOLD OUT)
    Saturday, September 10, 2022    
    1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    • Chefcitos
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    We welcome your young ones to join us in person at Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center for our September Chefcitos Class: Rice & Rolls! In this month's class, we'll be making delicious Veggie-filled Fried Rice and Fresh Spring Rolls with a Homemade Peanut Sauce for dipping! Chefcitos (ages 5-14) will be chopping, mixing, and dipping to create some delicious recipes that they can take home and share with their families!
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    Open Garden & Public Tour
    Open Garden & Public Tour
    Saturday, September 17, 2022    
    10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    • Open House
    Join us on Saturday, September 17th for an Open Garden and Public Tour. We'll be open from 10AM - 12:30PM with tours starting at 10:15AM [...]
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    Garden Explorers: All About Bugs! (SOLD OUT)
    Garden Explorers: All About Bugs! (SOLD OUT)
    Saturday, September 24, 2022    
    9:00 am - 11:00 am
    • Garden Explorers
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    Join us at Olivewood for Garden Explorers: All About Bugs! We are excited to welcome back this special program on Saturday, September 24th from 9AM - 11AM where we will be learning more about these little creatures that do so much through hands-on activities! Don't miss out on this great opportunity for your Garden Explorers (grades K-5) to spend some time exploring and engaging with our beautiful outdoor garden and all the little creatures that call it their home! 
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    Lunch & Learn!
    Lunch & Learn!
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    Chefcitos: Rice & Rolls! (SOLD OUT)
    Chefcitos: Rice & Rolls! (SOLD OUT)
    10 Sep 22
    Chefcitos: Rice & Rolls! (SOLD OUT)
    Chefcitos: Rice & Rolls! (SOLD OUT)
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    Open Garden & Public Tour
    Open Garden & Public Tour
    17 Sep 22
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    Garden Explorers: All About Bugs! (SOLD OUT)
    Garden Explorers: All About Bugs! (SOLD OUT)
    24 Sep 22
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    • Talls and Smalls – November 7th, 2025
      Talls and Smalls - November 7th, 2025
      November 7, 2025
      11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    • Garden Explorers November: 5 Senses
      Garden Explorers November: 5 Senses
      November 8, 2025
      9:30 am - 11:30 am
    • Chefcitos – November 8th, 2025 (10AM)
      Chefcitos - November 8th, 2025 (10AM)
      November 8, 2025
      10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Additional Olivewood Gardens Events

Open Gardens & Kitchenistas Market

Join us every third Saturday for our Olivewood Open Garden Public Tours & Kitchenistas® Market, from 10 AM – 12:30 PM.

Public tours begin at 10:15 AM & 11:15 AM – stroll through our vibrant gardens, meet our educators, and discover how we’re cultivating health, community, and connection in National City. No registration needed—just bring your curiosity!

Shop & taste: Our Kitchenistas® will be offering their handmade treasures, from flavorful mole tamales and refreshing drinks to unique jewelry, clothing, and artisanal goods. Every purchase supports local women and the preservation of culinary traditions.

Come for the tour, stay for the flavors, colors, and stories that make Olivewood a community gem

Join us on the following dates:

Saturday, August 16th, 2025

Saturday, September 20th, 2025

Saturday, October 18th, 2025

Saturday, November 15th, 2025: Join our annual Holiday Bazaar.   There will be no guided tours on this day.

Saturday, December 20st, 2025

 

 

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Seedling Soirée

Our annual Seedling Soirée gathers San Diego’s finest chefs, vintners, brewers and distillers for an unforgettable evening celebrating our impact and future growth in our beautiful summer garden.

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Holiday Bazaar

Come enjoy the beautiful gardens while you shop from a selection of handcrafted artisanal wares made from Olivewood Kitchenistas® and local small businesses. From a variety of Olivewood-grown plants, gifts for your favorite foodie, Olivewood gear, and locally handcrafted goods, you’ll find the perfect gifts to share with those you love. We will also have some fun, garden games & activities to participate in! 

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Day of Play

A free community event, Day of Play is an outdoor day of fun for families to learn, grow, and make nourishing decisions together. Join us for a day of fun, hands-on nutrition and gardening activities for kids of all ages!

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    Olivewood Gardens
    2525 N Avenue
    National City, CA 91950

    Tel: 619.434.4281
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  • About Us
    • Mission, Vision & Core Values
    • Impact & Annual Report
    • Meet Our Board
    • Meet Our Staff
    • History
  • Classes & Programs
    • Our Classes
      • Adult Cooking Classes
      • Chefcitos – Kid’s Cooking Classes
      • Garden Explorers
      • Talls & Smalls in the Garden
      • Girl Scout Programs
      • Adult Gardening Classes
      • Family Classes
    • Our Programs
      • Children’s Garden Science & Nutrition Education Program
        • Field Trip Program
        • School-Based Program
      • High School Programs
      • Summer Camp
      • Cooking for Salud®
      • Kitchenistas®
        • “The Kitchenistas” Documentary
    • Request a Speaker
  • Upcoming Events
    • Event Schedule
    • Weekly Produce Stand & Open Garden Tours
    • Seedling Soirée
    • Garden at Dusk Dinner Series-SOLD OUT!
    • Holiday Bazaar
    • Day of Play
    • Host Your Event
  • Resources
    • Recipes
    • Adventurous Eating: A Healthy Cooking Video Series
    • Gardening Resources
    • Seasonality Chart
    • Resources for Food Justice and Healthy Equity
      • Resources to Learn & Inspire Change
    • Request a Speaker
    • Partners
  • Olivewood News
    • The Seedling Newsletter
    • In The News
    • Videos
  • Get Involved
    • Roots for Health
    • Cultivating the Future Campaign
    • Sign Up to Volunteer
    • Internship Opportunities
    • We Love Our Volunteers!
    • Job Opportunities
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    • Mission, Vision & Core Values
    • Impact & Annual Report
    • Meet Our Board
    • Meet Our Staff
    • History
  • Classes & Programs
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    • Our Classes
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      • Adult Cooking Classes
      • Chefcitos – Kid’s Cooking Classes
      • Garden Explorers
      • Talls & Smalls in the Garden
      • Girl Scout Programs
      • Adult Gardening Classes
      • Family Classes
    • Our Programs
      ▼
      • Children’s Garden Science & Nutrition Education Program
        ▼
        • Field Trip Program
        • School-Based Program
      • High School Programs
      • Summer Camp
      • Cooking for Salud®
      • Kitchenistas®
        ▼
        • “The Kitchenistas” Documentary
    • Request a Speaker
  • Upcoming Events
    ▼
    • Event Schedule
    • Weekly Produce Stand & Open Garden Tours
    • Seedling Soirée
    • Garden at Dusk Dinner Series-SOLD OUT!
    • Holiday Bazaar
    • Day of Play
    • Host Your Event
  • Resources
    ▼
    • Recipes
    • Adventurous Eating: A Healthy Cooking Video Series
    • Gardening Resources
    • Seasonality Chart
    • Resources for Food Justice and Healthy Equity
      ▼
      • Resources to Learn & Inspire Change
    • Request a Speaker
    • Partners
  • Olivewood News
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    • The Seedling Newsletter
    • In The News
    • Videos
  • Get Involved
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    • Roots for Health
    • Cultivating the Future Campaign
    • Sign Up to Volunteer
    • Internship Opportunities
    • We Love Our Volunteers!
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