Fifteen years ago, Leza Carter planted the seed of a dream of Tucson Village Farm (TVF). She never imagined that it would blossom into what it is today.
Today, we care for more than 10 acres of land, growing several fruits and vegetables. Our 4-H Healthy Living Center offers culinary classes and hands-on learning experiences. We educate 15,000 people annually, providing 65,000 hours of programmatic engagement. Our farm provides an empowering, supportive space where youth can learn valuable skills and grow as individuals.
And on top of all that, we are excited to announce that Friday, May 31 is the start of our summer camp season 2024. This year, we are welcoming a record-breaking 608 campers — a 25% increase from last year!
Our growth and success are all thanks to you. We appreciate the community’s continued support and all the ways you help us thrive.
We hope to remind you to nurture the seeds you wish to grow. With time and consistency, surely good things will grow.
Happenings in June
FREE Summer Events for National Guard Families
Multiple Dates
National Guard families are invited to join us at the 4-H Ropes Course for an exciting evening adventure on the Zip Line and Ropes Course! Participants will gear up with a harness and helmet, connect to our rope safety system, and ride the Zip Line, along with other climbing elements, against a stunning sunset backdrop.
All climbing gear is provided, and these events are completely free for National Guard families.
Ropes Course / Zip Line Dates:
- Thursday, June 6 from 6 – 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, July 3 from 6 – 8 p.m.
Market on the Move
Saturday, June 8 from 7 – 9 a.m.
For a donation of $10, you can get up to 60 pounds of fresh produce and food that you can share with your friends, families, neighbors, and people in need.
Here’s how it works:
Drive up and make your $10 donation per order (cash only at this time). Then pop your trunk, pull forward and we’ll load your vehicle!
Everything is prepackaged and ready to go. Much of the food is rescued so it doesn’t end up in the landfill. We often don’t know what we will have until the morning of the event, and it varies month to month. Please arrive early as our produce is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This event starts promptly at 8 am and goes until 10 am or until supplies last. If you join us later during the event, be prepared to wait in line as we do our best to rapidly fill cars with produce.
Cocoa & Lavender Cooking Class with David Scott Allen
Thursday, June 13 at 4 p.m.
Immerse yourself in the art of cooking and savor the freshness of locally sourced ingredients with this exclusive farm-to-table cooking class. This class will be demo-style held indoors, with plenty of air conditioning.
Menu:
- Spanish Soup: Salmorejo (Using farm tomatoes and Don Guerra’s Bread)
- Papas Arrugadas: Salt-Crusted Potatoes with a Dipping Sauce
- Tortilla Española: Egg, Potato and Onion Frittata
Each attendee will get to sample the three recipes.
Best part? All proceeds from the class will benefit the 4-H Healthy Living Ambassador Program.
Summer Workshop: Using Food and Lifestyle to Achieve Balance
Saturday, June 29 at 11 a.m.
Join me for a 2.5-hour workshop where you will dive into the fundamentals of Ayurveda and discover how to use food and lifestyle changes to maintain balance during the hot season. We will conclude with a communal meal, giving you the opportunity to taste and try nourishing dishes firsthand. This workshop is designed to empower health and harmony in both body and mind.
You Will Learn:
- Optimal Foods for Summer: Discover the best foods to balance heat and how to combine them into wholesome, satisfying meals.
- Cooling Tips: Learn how to stay cool in the summer with practical food and lifestyle advice.
- Recipe Ideas: Explore simple, wholesome, and nourishing recipe ideas.
- Seasonal Food and Lifestyle Adjustments: Understand how to adjust your diet to align with the seasons and times of the day to optimize your body’s natural rhythms.
What You’ll Receive:
- A downloadable recipe book
- All slides and notes from the workshop
- An opportunity to taste and try different balancing foods as we eat together as a group
- A $10 coupon to come back and shop at our Tuesday Market
Have you checked out our weekly Tuesday Market yet?
For nearly a decade, our Tuesday Market has been a cornerstone event at the farm, and it just keeps getting better! Every week, we showcase our locally grown produce, farm-fresh soups, salads, dressings, sauces, desserts, and much more. What started as a simple idea has evolved into a well-coordinated and eagerly anticipated weekly gathering.
The market runs every Tuesday from 4 – 6 p.m. at our Big Farm location, 2201 East Roger Road. To see what’s available each week, follow TVF on Instagram @tucsonvillagefarm, FB, or subscribe to their newsletter.
Tucson Village Farm is located at 2201 E. Roger Rd. For more information, call (520) 621-1006 or visit tucsonvillagefarm.org.
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