Rising Gardens is excited to invite you to the upcoming events:
1.Rising Gardens Community Market in Auburn on Sunday, OCT 4
2. Rising Gardens Community Dinner in Auburn on Wednesday, OCT 7
1. RISING GARDENS COMMUNITY MARKET on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
Shop fresh, local, clean produce alongside artisan goods and delicious foods. Enjoy live music, food and eco demos, community music jams, and so much more. It’s the perfect way to support local growers, makers, and neighbors. See you there!
Where: 231 E Drake Ave, Auburn AL When: 1 – 5 pm Parking across the road in front of Jan Dempsey Art Center
MARKET OFFERINGS
Local Vendors selling locally sourced & sustainably grown produce, prepared food and drink, handcrafted artisanal goods and MORE! Double Up Food Bucks available with SNAP/EBT purchases.
Community Quilting Circle. 1 pm onwards “Stitch in the Sun” – Grab a seat, unwind and enjoy hand sewing in the fresh air. Free and open to all skill levels. Bring your own project or use our fabric scraps. Seating and great company are provided! We will have a friendly guide on-site starting at 1:00 PM to help you get set up, teach you the basics, and get those creative juices flowing. No prior experience is needed, and all are welcome to join the circle.
Live Music. 1:15 PM NinaJo – NinaJo is an Auburn-based singer-songwriter and pianist known for her emotionally resonant performances and masterful blend of voice and piano.
Ecological demo. 2:20 PM “Why Water Watch? Discover How Citizen Scientists Help Protect AL’s Waters” by Mona Dominguez (
Alabama Water Watch) –Join Alabama Water Watch for a hands-on demonstration of the tools and techniques volunteers use to monitor local waterways and support watershed stewardship. Learn how water chemistry testing, bacteriological monitoring, and stream biomonitoring help us understand water quality and identify potential problems. Whether you’re simply curious or interested in becoming a certified citizen scientist, this activity will show how everyday people can make a meaningful difference and contribute valuable data for protecting Alabama’s waters.
Food demo & tasting. 3 PM “Healthy Bites & Herbal Sips” by Dawud Jahi (RawSoulicious Sunflower Well Farm) – Learn to make nutritious almond balls paired with a refreshing sorrel tea.
Ecological demo. 3:45 PM “Wonderful World of Kudzu” by Ria Davis – Discover how one of the world’s most aggressive invasive plants is secretly a powerhouse of utility. This demo breaks down how every single part of the kudzu plant—from root to flower—can be transformed into food, medicine, and materials.Community music jam / open jam.4:30 PM Bring your own drum, or use one of ours. Play an instrument. Sing. Da
nce. Move. Everyone is welcome to participate.
Come support your local farmers and artisans, learn new skills, build new connections, and help build resilience in our community. For more questions/info, email rising.gardensllc@gmail.com or follow us on social media (instagram@rising.gardens and facebook@rising.gardensllc).
———————————————————————————————————- 2. RISING GARDENS COMMUNITY DINNER on WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7
End the day with a warm, welcoming community dinner! Enjoy good food, great company, and the joy of connecting with neighbors and friends.
Where: Under the Magnolia Tree, 231 E Drake Ave, Auburn AL When: 6 – 7 pm Parking across the road in front of Jan Dempsey Art Center
What: Farm-to-Table Community Dinner made using locally sourced ingredients. First-come-first-served. Everybody’s Welcome!
Pay What You Can — suggested $20 per plate, but everyone is welcome to enjoy the meal regardless of contribution. All proceeds directly support RisingGardens Programs through our nonprofit partner, Farmscape Solutions.
Questions/Dietary restrictions: Email rising.gardensllc@gmail.com
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SUPPORT FOR RISING GARDENS PROGRAMS
Our community events are fueled by a passion for wholesome food, ecological connection, and bringing people together in a space that fosters community resilience and genuine, meaningful interactions. Your support keeps food demos, music, and activities alive, strengthening connections and ensuring this shared experience continues to thrive.
To support us, please visit https://tinyurl.com/RGcollaborative
To volunteer your time please email rising.gardensllc@gmail.com
Looking forward to seeing you at these events!
Cheerios,
Rasika
