Marni Sorin

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Marni has worked as a farmer, a gardener, and an environmental educator over the last 15 years – spending time with plants and people outside is what brings her joy. In her role at Tilth Alliance, she manages the adult education program, teaches gardening classes, and cares for the Good Shepherd Center Learning Garden, along with our community volunteers.

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Fundamentals of Organic Gardening

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

Description*Registration for this class is full – you can join the waitlist here or considering joining us for the next sessions on May 7 & 9. Want to grow your own food but don't know where to begin? Learn how to start your organic garden, and continue caring for your crops, so you can eat fresh, healthy food year-round. This two-part, 5-hour introduction to fundamental organic gardening topics includes a weeknight interactive Zoom session, followed by an outdoor, hands-on class in

Free – $115.00

Culinary Herbs in the Garden

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionDo you love cooking with fresh herbs? Are you curious about how to preserve and make the most of herbs that you grow in your garden? Join us to see, feel, smell and taste a variety of culinary herbs that grow well in the Pacific Northwest. You’ll go home with everything you need to know to create or update your own herb garden at home. Topics and activities in this class include: This in-person class will take place indoors, with

Free – $65.00

Comprehensive Organic Gardening

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionReady to dig deeper into organic gardening? Learn everything you need to know to create a bountiful urban garden in this complete introduction to the dynamic world of organic gardening. This intensive and fun hybrid course will take part online and in-person, totaling 23 hours of instruction. Through a combination of four weeknight online lectures and three weekend small-group, hands-on sessions we will engage in dynamic and experiential learning. Participants will gain a richer understanding of how to support a

$410.00

Grow Great Tomatoes

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionGet ready to grow tasty and nutritious tomatoes, peppers and other heat-loving crops! Fresh tomatoes and peppers are some of the most delicious vegetables, but they can be tricky to grow in our cool summers. This in-person class will teach you how to get a successful harvest from these warm weather crops. In this class you will learn about: This in-person class will feature an engaging, conversational lecture, some show & tell, and time for questions and answers with the

Free – $65.00

Seed to Seed

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionWhat has infinite potential? Join fellow seed folks and seed savers to find out! In this 2-day weekend workshop, we will explore seed stewardship, science, and our social-cultural connections to seeds. Participants will learn through in-depth discussions, hands-on practice, sharing seed stories, and exploring a curated set of resource materials. This 2-day course will meet at Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands, and will include:Learning topics, activities and resources will include: Seed to Seed is an invitation to deepen your

$125.00

Garden Maintenance 101

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionSo you’ve planted a garden — now what? In exchange for our care and attention, gardens can offer us nourishment, beauty, and a space to connect with the natural world. As the summer season begins, you might be wondering how to encourage a healthy and bountiful garden throughout the year! In this maintenance-focused class we’ll discuss tips and techniques to help your plants, soil, and garden companions thrive. In this class, we will focus on: This in-person class will be

Free – $65.00

Make Herbal Infusions

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionTurn herbs from your garden into culinary and medicinal infusions. Herbs like mint, fennel, lavender and chamomile are easy to grow and can be made into healthful and delicious homemade products. Learn how to grow, harvest and utilize garden herbs in your kitchen pantry and medicine cabinet. Plus, you’ll leave with a small sample to test and enjoy! In this class we will:  This in-person class will take place indoors and outdoors. It will include a conversational lecture, a garden

Free – $70.00

Start Your Fall & Winter Garden

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionMid-summer is the perfect time to start planning your fall and winter garden so that you can keep eating fresh vegetables all year. For fall and winter harvests, it's important to get seeds and starts in the garden early enough to allow them growth while the sun is still shining. A little planning and effort now will pay off deliciously during the dark days of winter! In this class we will: This in-person class will be outdoors with hands-on activities.

Free – $65.00

Basic Canning

Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionEnjoy your summer harvest all winter long! Learn what you need to know to start safely canning fresh food at home. You'll leave with the skills you need to can jams, tomatoes, chutneys, quick pickles and more. In this class we will: This in-person class will feature a conversational lecture, hands-on activities, and time for questions and answers with the instructor. A detailed outline with recommended resources will be provided. Class size is limited to about 15 people, and we

Free – $75.00

Cover Crops Demystified

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionLate summer and early fall are great times to seed cover crops in the garden for the cool season! These special plants have many benefits to offer, and they can be confusing when you are beginning to incorporate them into your growing practices. Join us for a workshop to learn how to take advantage of this organic technique that helps to build fertility, provide habitat, and protect the soil!We’ll discuss:This in-person class take place both indoors and outdoors, and will

Free – $65.00

Comprehensive Organic Gardening

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionReady to dig deeper into organic gardening? Learn everything you need to know to create a bountiful urban garden in this complete introduction to the dynamic world of organic gardening.This intensive and fun course includes 24 hours of instruction over three weeks. Through a combination of six sessions with lectures and hands-on activities, we will engage in dynamic and experiential learning. Participants will gain a richer understanding of how to support a healthy ecosystem while managing a productive organic vegetable

$200.00

Intro to Seed Saving

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA, United States

DescriptionDo you have a favorite tomato or lettuce variety that you grow every year? Learn how easy it is to save seeds from your favorite plants, with enough seed left over to share with others. Explore the reproduction details of common crops, make a plan to save for next season, and then have fun threshing and winnowing seeds.In this class you will learn:This in-person class will include a conversational lecture with show & tell, a tour of the garden, and

$65.00