Calendar

   Welcome! Please pre-register and prepay for classes. To pay online, click the orange text or button for each class. To register and pay with cash or check, contact us at classes@briarpatch.coop or (530) 272-5333 ext. 134. We hope to see you at a class soon. Please sign up 48 hours in advance of the… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Join Sierra Harvest for another family-friendly farm potluck AND our Volunteer Appreciation Celebration at the Food Love Farm on August 17th from 5:30-8pm with live music by Eclectic Mayhem, playing a musical medley of classic country, blues and rock with a little jazz thrown in for spice!  The Food Love Farm is our primary educational farm, where… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

with Alexandra Johnson – NEW TEACHER Time to ditch your store-bought, sugar-laden condiments and learn to make delicious, high quality, healthful sauces, salad dressings, and spreads, using only whole foods. In class we will create four sauces full of healthy ingredients that add vital nutrients, flavor, and zest to any meal. Be prepared to experience… read more

with Louise Jones The origins of American soul food lie in West Africa, yet many of the plants it uses grow in the southern U.S. Interestingly, West Africans now use many ingredients from the Americas! In class, though, we will experience traditional ingredients new to most people, such as baobab, jaggery, and tiger nut. We’ll… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

    Compost: A Gardener’s Best Friend   See their website for more details ncmg.ucanr.org

Bringing the farm to Tahoe Aug 20 – Sept 7 – Sept 19 5:30 – 8:00pm  Tahoe Food Hub brings the farm to you in three unique locations. Chef and farmer will work together to grow and prepare a 4-course meal filled with seasonal produce and proteins. Come meet the farmers who grow our food,… read more

with Jim E. Expand your Pesto universe as we make three lesser-known – but equally flavorful – Pestos, in addition to the traditional and well known Basil Pesto.  We’ll prepare and savor Sun Dried Tomato Pesto, Red Pepper Pesto, and Arugula and Walnut Pesto. Each recipe is easy to make, freezes well for future use,… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

  Sushi Making sushi at home is a fun and delicious way to entertain. We will examine the cooking of the special rice, and then roll sushi to the amazement of your guests. Let’s start with maki sushi and the most popular California Roll with crab, cucumber and avocado. Next we willcreate a cone-shaped hand… read more

Bring the whole family, or just yourself and pick your own veggies for affordable prices at Food Love. Mingle with your neighbors and farmers and enjoy evening on the farm. A menu of our available produce will be listed on our Facebook Page. Tuesdays from 4:30-6:30 pm at the Food Love Farm on the Burton… read more

with Gwendolynn Diaz and Kathi J. Kimmel, C.A.S., L.M.T. – NEW TEACHERS The bounty of the season is the medicine nature gives us to keep us in balance. Ayurveda doesn’t say NO to foods; rather, it tells us how to enjoy foods for health and wellness. Raw Zucchini Noodles with Basil and Avocado Sauce is… read more

   Welcome! Please pre-register and prepay for classes. To pay online, click the orange text or button for each class. To register and pay with cash or check, contact us at classes@briarpatch.coop or (530) 272-5333 ext. 134. We hope to see you at a class soon. Please sign up 48 hours in advance of the… read more

with Shoshi London Full of good protein and fats from local sources, eggs are simply super. So – let’s go beyond the usual and learn new ways to prepare them! First, as a quick, easy “breakfast soup” for a unique and nourishing breakfast (or lunch or dinner). Next, as a tantalizing Trout Frittata with olives,… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

with Shoshi London Time to demystify cooking with and caring for cast iron, the amazing material that’s extremely versatile, inexpensive, and can last for generations. Have you ever wondered:  How do I clean cast iron? What can I cook with it, and with which utensils? Or…what’s so great about cast iron anyway? In this class… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

    How to grow cool seasonal vegetables Located at the Demostration garden on NID grounds, 1036 W. Main St, Grass Valley. See their website for more details ncmg.ucanr.org

with Mayumi Tavalero There’s still time to enjoy delicious seasonal fruits before the season comes to an end. Berries and peaches will be our focus as you learn to create a Rustic Free-Form Mixed Berry Tart (no pan needed!), Easy Peach Turnovers (using purchased puff pastry), and Raspberry Muffins with Streusel Topping. Vegetarian.  ____________________________________________________________ Please… read more

  Kitchen Basics – Easy Sauces Complicated sauces are OK in the winter when it gets dark early. In the summer we want to accent our meals with easy, light sauces. This class will focus on how to make a quick Pan Sauce for roasted meats; and a Butter Sauce for grilled fish and vegetables…. read more

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Bring the whole family, or just yourself and pick your own veggies for affordable prices at Food Love. Mingle with your neighbors and farmers and enjoy evening on the farm. A menu of our available produce will be listed on our Facebook Page. Tuesdays from 4:30-6:30 pm at the Food Love Farm on the Burton… read more

Come to our U-Pick at the Food Love Project and join us for a virtual tour of Sierra Harvest! Learn how our programs: -get children to enjoy more fruits and vegetables -empower community members to grow their own food -support farmers and ranchers to be successful in sustainable agriculture.   Learn about important local food… read more

Are you excited about the work we do to support local food and local farmers? Do you want to help support a more robust supply of fresh, local food for everyone in our community? Join our team of Sierra Harvest Ambassadors! Ambassadors are volunteers in the community who help us spread the word about our… read more

___ with John of Heartical Foods Anyone out there familiar with fine Jamaican cuisine?  Well, let me reserve this class just to “big up” some of the most delicious food in the world.  The diversity of ingredients and culinary styles innovated on this small Caribbean island is truly amazing.  Flavors from around the world come… read more

   Welcome! Please pre-register and prepay for classes. To pay online, click the orange text or button for each class. To register and pay with cash or check, contact us at classes@briarpatch.coop or (530) 272-5333 ext. 134. We hope to see you at a class soon. Please sign up 48 hours in advance of the… read more

with Deanna Figueira Pupusas are an El Salvadoran staple consisting of thick handmade corn tortillas stuffed with cheese and eaten with Curtido (Cabbage Salad). Add Plantanos Fritos com Frijoles e Crema (Fried Plantain with Beans and Cream) and Empanadas com Leche (Vanilla Custard-Filled Empanadas) and we’ve got a complete vegetarian meal to enjoy. Wow!… Double… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Bring the whole family, or just yourself and pick your own veggies for affordable prices at Food Love. Mingle with your neighbors and farmers and enjoy evening on the farm. A menu of our available produce will be listed on our Facebook Page. Tuesdays from 4:30-6:30 pm at the Food Love Farm on the Burton… read more

   Welcome! Please pre-register and prepay for classes. To pay online, click the orange text or button for each class. To register and pay with cash or check, contact us at classes@briarpatch.coop or (530) 272-5333 ext. 134. We hope to see you at a class soon. Please sign up 48 hours in advance of the… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Come join us for a virtual tour of Sierra Harvest and then stay for a Sierra Harvest farm potluck at Bierwagen’s Donner Trail Fruit! Our Good Food Tour starts at 4:45, where you’ll learn how Sierra Harvest programs: -get children to eat and enjoy more fruits and vegetables -empower community members to grow their own… read more

Bierwagen’s Donner Trail Fruit, located in Chicago Park, is a unique family farm in operation since 1902.  As a leader in mountain grown fruit, they grow pears, peaches, apples, as well as garden-type fruits and vegetables.  The farm offers a number of u-picks throughout the seasons, farm dinners,workshops, school visits, and a farm store open… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Bringing the farm to Tahoe Aug 20 – Sept 7 – Sept 19 5:30 – 8:00pm  Tahoe Food Hub brings the farm to you in three unique locations. Chef and farmer will work together to grow and prepare a 4-course meal filled with seasonal produce and proteins. Come meet the farmers who grow our food,… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

with Mayumi Tavalero With California’s long growing season for tomatoes, we’re able to enjoy these healthy and versatile fruits throughout the summer and into early fall. In this class we’ll make a Creamy Tomato Soup with Herb Oil Garnish, Poached Eggs in Spicy Tomato Sauce, and Penne with Tomato Sauce. The class will also include… read more

with Hiroko Greenburg Macrobiotics (“long life”) is a lifestyle that supports improved health. Its diet is based upon whole grains combined with unprocessed fruits, vegetables, legumes and other whole foods eaten slowly and chewed thoroughly, without overeating. In class we’ll consider an introduction to macrobiotics, then cook a lunch of Brown Rice Balls, Carrot and… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

  Savory Pies for Fall As summer warmth gives way to chilly evenings, it’s time to think about baking. Why not make flavorful Argentine Empanadas, flaky pastry filled with the traditional beef, onions, olives and raisins? How about an easy Pork Pâté in a Crust? Chicken Pot Pie with an herb  biscuit topping may make… read more

Hone your skills! Farm Crew production skills classes now open to the public. Hone your skills! Join local farmers and agricultural professionals as they teach a series of hands-on classes. In each class you’ll gain tips, tools, and skills to improve your farming.   From weed management to season extension, these classes will introduce tried-and-true… read more

Bring the whole family, or just yourself and pick your own veggies for affordable prices at Food Love. Mingle with your neighbors and farmers and enjoy evening on the farm. A menu of our available produce will be listed on our Facebook Page. Tuesdays from 4:30-6:30 pm at the Food Love Farm on the Burton… read more

   Welcome! Please pre-register and prepay for classes. To pay online, click the orange text or button for each class. To register and pay with cash or check, contact us at classes@briarpatch.coop or (530) 272-5333 ext. 134. We hope to see you at a class soon. Please sign up 48 hours in advance of the… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

with Genevieve Mack What to do with your garden’s abundance? Canning and food preservation is the answer! Come learn how to safely can high-acid fruits and low-acid vegetables using the water bath and pressure canning methods. Learn a fruit preserve process and the pickling of vegetables, and options such as canned pie fillings and homemade… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

DATE NIGHT – SOUL CUISINE “BANANAS FOR JOSEPHINE” with Papillion and Pascal – NEW TEACHERS Transport yourself back to Paris during the time of Le Baker, Josephine’s Banana Dance, and the “joie de vivre” of the French Art District. We’ll make Banana Flambé (no alcohol), dive into the world of Green and Sweet Plantains with a… read more

  SWEET AND SAVORY GLUTEN FREE WAFFLES   __ with Shoshi London Come learn simple, exciting reasons to love your waffle iron! Making waffle batter from scratch is surprisingly easy, and we’ll explore new twists on the Classic Sweet Waffle, along with Hot Buckwheat Banana Chocolate Waffles with a Strawberry Coconut Sauce, a simple Vanilla… read more

  CLASSIC ITALIAN MENU   with Mayumi Tavalero In this class we’ll explore a classic menu including Chicken Saltimbocca (Chicken with Prosciutto, Spinach, and Parmesan) and Saffron Risotto. You’ll learn the importance of picking quality ingredients for simple recipes, along with techniques to master the making of risotto. To finish things off, we’ll indulge in… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Forbidden Fruit Apples make a welcome appearance in the markets at this time of year. Our twist on Waldorf salad will include Apples, Celery, Walnuts and Smoked Ham with Avocado Dressing. We will also try an Alsation Apple Galette with Hazelnuts on a yeasted dough. And what could be more American (or French) than an… read more

Hone your skills! Farm Crew production skills classes now open to the public. Hone your skills! Join local farmers and agricultural professionals as they teach a series of hands-on classes. In each class you’ll gain tips, tools, and skills to improve your farming.   From weed management to season extension, these classes will introduce tried-and-true… read more

Bringing the farm to Tahoe Aug 20 – Sept 7 – Sept 19 5:30 – 8:00pm  Tahoe Food Hub brings the farm to you in three unique locations. Chef and farmer will work together to grow and prepare a 4-course meal filled with seasonal produce and proteins. Come meet the farmers who grow our food,… read more

  JAMAICAN ME HUNGRY! PART 2 with John of Heartical Foods Anyone out there familiar with fine Jamaican cuisine?  Well let me reserve this class just to “big up” some of the most delicious food in the world.  The diversity of ingredients and culinary styles innovated on this small Caribbean island is truly amazing.  Flavors… read more

BOUNTY OF THE COUNTY During this fifth annual event chefs from local restaurants will prepare small plates and compete for the “Best Local Chef” award, with food provided by the counties bountiful farms and ranches. Enjoy the evening sampling tastes from each chefs table before casting your vote on the favorite.  Between tastings you can… read more

   Welcome! Please pre-register and prepay for classes. To pay online, click the orange text or button for each class. To register and pay with cash or check, contact us at classes@briarpatch.coop or (530) 272-5333 ext. 134. We hope to see you at a class soon. Please sign up 48 hours in advance of the… read more

  LEEKS, LEEKS… AND MORE LEEKS! with Jim E. The leek is a friendly, somewhat underused, cousin to shallots, chives and green onions. In this class, we’ll explore how its mild flavor is quite versatile and lends a distinctive note to many kinds of dishes. We’ll make and share a Potato Leek Soup, French Leek… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Join the Dinner Bell Farm team on our little slice of heaven in Chicago Park.  Now in our 8th year of production at Dinner Bell Farm, we specialize in pasture-raised, heritage breed pigs, and beautiful fresh flowers.   We’ll have flowers and pork for sale during the potluck.  Kid friendly event!   Learn more about our farm… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

  MEXICAN SALSAS – BEYOND THE ORDINARY with Jim E. Take your salsa game to the next level!  We’ll work together to make four deliciously different salsas from regions across Mexico, and then complete our culinary journey with plenty of corn chips to dip on in.  The menu has something for everyone, ranging from mild… read more

  TAPAS – FOR THE HOLIDAYS…OR ANY DAY! with Jim E. Fun and easy to make ahead of time, these Tapas (“small bites”) are perfect for any occasion where you’d like to dial up the flavor with finger foods, be it summer entertaining, surprise dinner guests, or a potluck event! We’ll make Blue Cheese and… read more

PERMACULTURE DESIGN CERTIFICATION Spring, Summer & Fall 2016 Dates: March 19 – April 1; July 16-29; September 23 – October 7. Our three seasonal Permaculture Design Certification courses will empower you to DIY and TIY—”Think It Yourself.” Immerse yourself in information, ideas and inspiration on how to design sustainable, regenerative systems in balance with your… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

    Kitchen Basics – Fall Soups September is a great time to cook. We still have many of summer’s fruits and vegetables, with a few new ones from fall. Late Season Tomato-Vegetable Soup honors the last tomatoes and first fall vegetables. Fennel is coming to market to make a smooth Fennel Soup with Herb… read more

  POT STICKERS…YUMMM! with Hiroko Greenburg Gyoza (Pot Stickers) are dumplings steamed on one side, and pan-fried and crispy on the other. They’re a good source of protein and a staple food at same time. And, wouldn’t it be fun to be able to make these at home rather than having to go out to… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

   Welcome! Please pre-register and prepay for classes. To pay online, click the orange text or button for each class. To register and pay with cash or check, contact us at classes@briarpatch.coop or (530) 272-5333 ext. 134. We hope to see you at a class soon. Please sign up 48 hours in advance of the… read more

  “MOQUECA!” (BRAZIL) CUISINE with Deanna Figueira Standing at the center of African/Brazilian culture in Brazil, Bahian cuisine blends the flavors of both regions with truly delicious results. In class, we’ll confirm this for ourselves as we make some regional favorites of Bahia: Moqueca de Camarão com Banana (a Coconut Milk Shrimp Stew with Plantain),… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

  COOK ONCE AND EAT ALL WEEK with Shauna Schultz With a little meal planning, shopping, and setting aside a day to cook and prep, the pressure of “what’s for dinner?” just vanishes! Learn how to utilize pantry staples, delicious dressings and sauces, and a few key ingredients to make multiple plant-based meals you can… read more

  HOLD ONTO SUMMER WITH FRESH SALADS  with Jim E. The calendar may say “Fall,” but local, late summer produce is still going strong!  It’s the perfect time to master salads to extend that summer feeling, with a bounty of fresh organic produce and meats.  The menu we’ll prepare provides a complete meal perfect for… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

  VEGAN KOREAN BIBIMBAP with Hiroko Greenburg The Korean term Bibimbap simply translates to “mixed rice and meat and assorted vegetables.” But as you’ll see in this class, these simple words do little to suggest the great taste of this classic dish. And, once you learn the basics, you can make endless variations on this… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Chinese Stir Fry Get out the wok you have pushed to the back of your storage closet and start frying some fast and delicious dishes. Learn the authentic way to do Fried Rice with Shrimp, Leeks and Pine Nuts. Try an all-purpose side dish of Chinese Cabbage Hearts with Glass Noodles, or a main-course Noodles with Chicken and… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Elster Ranch is a place to learn, build, and share a land ethic. Since 1880 four generations of Elster’s worked to improve the soil, support family traditions, and provide pasture based protein into Nevada and neighboring Counties. The ranch is 320 acres complete with oak woodland and savannah, grasslands, creeks, ponds, diverse wildlife and flora, with a long history… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Fall Pizza and Calzone Warm up the kitchen on a crisp fall day with the fabulous aromas of fresh-baked pizza. We will learn the secrets of making the dough and then pairing it with fall flavors. A lovely appetizer would be small pizzas with Gorgonzola and Walnuts. Or who could resist a pizza of Shrimp and Late Season… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Hone your skills! Farm Crew production skills classes now open to the public. Hone your skills! Join local farmers and agricultural professionals as they teach a series of hands-on classes. In each class you’ll gain tips, tools, and skills to improve your farming.   From weed management to season extension, these classes will introduce tried-and-true… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Spanish Tapas Small plates are great for appetites of any size. Start out a party with Savory Marinated Olives. And move on to piping hot Shrimp Pancakes or Moorish-Style Pork Kebabs with cumin and paprika. Or try a favorite from Madrid with spicy Beef Empanadas.     Cost $70.00 Alan Tangren Tess’s Kitchen 115 Mill Street Grass… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

  BAKING WILD-YEASTED SOURDOUGH BREAD with Rick Silberman   __________________________________ Please pre-register and prepay for classes. To pay online, click the orange text or button for each class. To register and pay with cash or check, contact us at classes@briarpatch.coop or (530) 272-5333 ext. 134. We hope to see you at a class soon. Please… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Early American Hors d’Oeuvres With Thanksgiving on the calendar, the main course is fixed, but we can play around with hors d’oeuvres and snacks. We will follow the lead of early cooks and make Log Cabin Cheese Straws and Salmon Mousse.  Stuffed Oysters were popular, too. To sweeten things   up we will try old… read more

Hone your skills! Farm Crew production skills classes now open to the public. Hone your skills! Join local farmers and agricultural professionals as they teach a series of hands-on classes. In each class you’ll gain tips, tools, and skills to improve your farming.   From weed management to season extension, these classes will introduce tried-and-true… read more

FORCES OF NATURE: ADVOCACY SKILLS TRAINING FOR WOMEN FARMERS & RANCHERS November 9-12, 2017 This course is not open to the public and is by invitation only.* Forces of Nature is a statewide effort to increase the leadership roles of women to improve the health and well-being of all Californians through just and sustainable agriculture policies…. read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

  Pies and Pastries Learn the secrets of dough making and you can whip up delicious desserts in no time for  family and guests. We will make and bake a Classic American Apple Pie and a French Pear  Tarte Tatin. Pies can be savory too; in this case Lulu Peyraud’s squash tart, delicious with  roasted… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Tuesdays: Nevada County Horseman (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 2 – September 26, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 10600 Bubbling Wells Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Thai Noodles, Wraps and Apps Let some Thai dishes spice up a cold fall day. We will start with exotic Fish Cakes and Cucumber Relish as an appetizer, and follow with a Vegetable Spring Roll wrap. The main event will be the multi-flavored noodle favorite, Shrimp Pad Thai.   Cost $60.00 Alan Tangren Tess’s Kitchen… read more

Hone your skills! Farm Crew production skills classes now open to the public. Hone your skills! Join local farmers and agricultural professionals as they teach a series of hands-on classes. In each class you’ll gain tips, tools, and skills to improve your farming.   From weed management to season extension, these classes will introduce tried-and-true… read more

Farmers Market 2017 Thursdays: Western Gateway Park (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) May 4 – November 16, 2017 9:00am – 1:00 pm 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Thursday Night Market June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 3, 2017 5:30pm – 9:00pm Downtown Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Farmers Market 2017 Saturday: Historic North Star House (Nevada County Certified Growers Market) April 15 – November 18, 2017 8:00am – 12:30 pm 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Nevada City Farmers Market 2017 Downtown Nevada City Summer Farmers Market Saturdays, June 3rd – November 18th 2017 Hours 8:30am – 1:00pm NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE THIS EVENT PLEASE ncfarmersmarket.org

Date: Thursday, March 22, 2018 5:30 – 6:30pm – Soup and Bread Served 6:30-8pm – Fruit Dessert and Dancing Location: Miners Foundry, 325 Spring Street, Nevada City   Suggested Donation: $12 for everyone 13 and above.  Free for kids under 13.   Please bring your own bowls and spoons. Local beer and wine along with… read more