This November, Urban Roots Teaching Farm marked a vibrant milestone—15 years of cultivating growth, connection, and learning in our Reno community. We celebrated with a Birthday Brunch and it was a spectacular day filled with heartwarming moments, farm friends, and a vision for the future. From "Chicken Yoga" with Yoga Pod to building-your-own autumn bouquets, the event embodied everything Urban Roots stands for: sustainability, creativity, and a whole lot of fun!
Here’s a look at what made the day so special:
🌟 Chicken Yoga & Sound Bath Serenity
Our guests stretched alongside their feathery friends in a truly unique yoga session and then found zen with a calming sound bath from Purposeful Living Center. Who knew wellness could involve chickens?
🍹 Designer Cocktails & Live Beats
El Sativo Tequila treated us to handcrafted signature cocktails while DJ/MC Mo Ayala kept the energy alive with music that had everyone on their feet.
🎨 Family Fun & Creative Activities Kids explored exciting games and adults discovered the joy of creating bouquets—a perfect reflection of the farm's creative spirit.
🍽 A Feast to Remember Rogue Chef’s Chef Chris Cowell, Sweet Escapes Bakes’ Kevin Futamachi, CTE Culinary Instructor Chef Kawai & Maya with student chefs from McQueen High School presented a mouthwatering brunch meal that showcased the essence of farm-to-table dining. It was truly a feast to celebrate a decade and a half of nourishing our community.
Looking Back: 15 Years of Impact
Over the years, Urban Roots has blossomed into a cornerstone of the community. Here are just a few incredible accomplishments we’re proud of:
8,775 pounds of produce harvested to nurture our neighbors.
53 community gardens built, spreading green spaces across Reno.
14,447 students joined us on field trips, discovering the joy of farm life.
5,085 campers and 1,874 homeschoolers engaged with our hands-on programs.
3,300 volunteers contributed their time to make it all possible.
Looking Ahead: Planting Seeds for the Future
As we celebrate our past, we also dream of a greener, more inclusive tomorrow. Urban Roots is committed to growing our impact, and we need you to join us on this journey.
🌻 How You Can Help:
Donate: Your support keeps our programs thriving and accessible to all.
Volunteer: Join the thousands who’ve helped grow our mission—there’s always room for more hands on deck.
Attend Our Events: Every gathering brings us closer together as a community.
Become a Member: Become a member with a recurring donation and get special access to the farm, along with local discounts from of our community partners.
Together, we’ve accomplished so much. Imagine what the next 15 years can bring with your involvement! Let’s keep sowing seeds of change and growing a community where everyone thrives.
Stay tuned for upcoming events and programs at Urban Roots and signup for our email newsletter if you haven’t already!
Thank you for being part of our journey—here’s to the next 15 years!
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