Sustainability

https://www.komoot.com/de-de/collection/2875816/-pizza-gravel-zurich Pizza Gravel Zurich plans social rides on mixed surface around Zurich. Enjoy a nice ride and pizza afterwards. Please check the Komoot Pizza Gravel Zuruch collection for the upcoming tour.

English below. Der Klang des Gongs erzeugt eine kraftvolle Welle, die durch den ganzen Körper fliesst, berührt jede Zelle, jeden Gedanken und jedes Gefühl, klärt, harmonisiert und führt zu tiefer Entspannung. Der Gong führt dich genau dorthin, wo deine Seele sein möchte. 💫 Mögliche Wirkungen der Klangtherapie: • Tiefe Entspannung • Befreiung von Anspannung • Abbau von Stress und Ängsten • Verbesserter Schlaf und erhöhte Konzentration • Regeneration des Nerven- und Hormonsystems • Emotionales und energetisches Gleichgewicht • Auflösung unbewusster Muster und Ängste • Verbesserung der Durchblutung und der Beweglichkeit, Entspannung der Muskeln 🎵 Klangtherapie ist eine uralte, spirituelle Methode der Heilung, Verjüngung und Transformation. Heute ist sie eine der natürlichsten Methoden, um mit sich selbst und seiner Lebensenergie in Verbindung zu treten. 💖 Kommen Sie und teilen Sie diese Erfahrung – lassen Sie uns gemeinsam in den Raum des Klangs eintauchen, wo sich der Körper entspannt, der Geist Frieden findet und das Herz sich daran erinnert, was Liebe ist. Anmeldung hier oder online www.om-center.ch Bezahlung vor Ort auch möglich per Twint, Karte oder bar. \-\-\-\- ENGLISH \-\-\-\- The sound of the gong creates a powerful wave that flows through the entire body, touching every cell, every thought, and every feeling, clearing, harmonizing, and leading to deep relaxation. The gong takes you exactly where your soul wants to be. 💫 Possible effects of sound therapy: • Deep relaxation • Release of tension • Reduction of stress and anxiety • Improved sleep and increased concentration • Regeneration of the nervous and endocrine systems • Emotional and energetic balance • Dissolution of unconscious patterns and fears • Improved circulation and mobility, relaxation of muscles 🎵 Sound therapy is an ancient, spiritual method of healing, rejuvenation, and transformation. Today, it is one of the most natural ways to connect with yourself and your life energy. 💖 Come and share this experience—let's dive into the space of sound together, where the body relaxes, the mind finds peace, and the heart remembers what love is. Register here or online at www.om-center.ch Payment on site via Twint, credit card, or cash possible.

\*\***Please RSVP on our official Friends of Figma page:** [https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-ai-in-action-smarter-workflows-better-product/](https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-ai-in-action-smarter-workflows-better-product/)\*\* AI in Action: Smarter Workflows, Better Product 🤖✨ For our next Friends of Figma Zurich meetup, we’re joining the teams at SMG Swiss Marketplace Group for an evening of design and product-driven lightning talks, live demos and open discussions. Real workflows, practical experiments and honest lessons from teams exploring how AI fits into their design process. **📅 Date & time:** Thursday, 23 April 2026, 18:00 **📍 Location:** Oerlikon Maintower, 16th Floor, Thurgauerstrasse 36, 8050 Zürich **Agenda for the evening:** 18:00 - 18:15 Welcome 18:15 - 19:15 Talks + Q&A with demos 19:15 - 19:30 Break 19:30 - 20:30 Roundtable discussions From 20:30 Apéro and chats 🍷 **What’s on the lightning talks & demos agenda?** 🔎 Discovery First Draft: Smarter User Research with AI with Magda Ursulean Using AI to simulate users, challenge assumptions, and sharpen research before interviews. 🎨 AI-Enhanced Design & Prototyping with Sherif Saleh A “vibe coding” workflow with Cursor, GitHub and Figma to build realistic prototypes and test ideas quickly. 🚀 Listing Co-Pilot: Learning by Shipping with Pablo Fondo An AI-powered Listing Co-Pilot that turns data into insights and accelerates feedback from real users. ⚙️ Workflows Automation with Théodore Philippe Wanner Streamlining repetitive tasks with small, practical AI workflows. 🧠 UX in the AI Era: New Roles & Skills with Marta Andreoni How design, UX writing, and research roles are evolving, and the skills that matter now. Short talks, demos and plenty of time to connect during the apéro. Curious how designers and PMs are actually working with AI today? Come join us ✨👉 [https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-ai-in-action-smarter-workflows-better-product/](https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-zurich-presents-ai-in-action-smarter-workflows-better-product/)

Come and get you **Comedy Brew**, your fix of English Stand-Up Comedy! We serve a fresh, locally sourced 'menu' of 10 comedians, as organic as your favorite farm-to-table meal, all geared up to make you laugh out loud. **Tickets at:** [https://bit.ly/iyfcb](https://bit.ly/iyfcb) Unleash your laughter at [ROBIN's coffee](https://maps.app.goo.gl/E1e3H9GRDDJaPK8z9), the coziest New York-style coffee bar in the heart of Zürich. **Dare to Make 'Em Laugh? 🎤😂** Ever fantasized about grabbing the mic and cracking some jokes yourself? Well, your dream could come true! Visit [our performer's page](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/) to find out how you can take the stage and spread laughs like a pro. **See You There! 🎤😂** Come down to ROBIN's, break some bread, share some laughs, and maybe even catch the comedy bug yourself! See you there every Thursday! Powered by IN YOUR FACE Comedy 🌟 [Check Us Out!](https://instragram.com/inyourfacecomedy/) **Tickets at:** [https://eventfrog.ch/comedybrew](https://eventfrog.ch/comedybrew) **Frequently Asked Questions** * ***Is the show really in English?*** Absolutely. Every set is performed in English by a mix of Swiss-based and international comics, so no Swiss-German skills required. * ***What’s a “Comedy Open Mic”?*** It’s the testing ground for jokes. Pros road-test fresh material and brave newcomers grab their first five minutes. Expect some gems, some flops—and the fun of seeing comedy born in real time. * ***Will it be funny?*** Most of the time, yes! An open mic is a roller-coaster: seasoned acts, new voices, and the occasional glorious train-wreck. It’s all part of the charm. * ***Can I perform too?*** Yes - you need to book a spot - find out more about how to do it here: [https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/). * ***Do I need to buy tickets in advance?*** Please do. We’re usually running around before the show and door sales slow things down. If you’re stuck, we’ll try, but no promises. Link to tickets as at [https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/comedybrew/](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/comedybrew/) * ***How does seating work?*** First come, first served so grab a drink, snag a seat, and settle in. * ***Is food available at the bar?*** ROBIN’s serves drinks only. For a pre-show bite, try **Restaurant Johanniter** (classic Swiss) or **Holy Cow!** across the street for burgers. * ***Will the comedians pick on me?*** We chat with the crowd for laughs, not humiliation. Friendly banter only - you’re safe. * ***How long is the show?*** Doors open 7:30pm, show starts \~7:50pm with a 15 min break in the middle ending around 10pm. Enough time for the last trams home... * ***Age limit?*** All ages welcome of course 16+ recommended (adult themes, spicy language).

XXXIV. Go Meetup Hi Gophers! We're back just in time for the 34th Go Meetup and we are happy that Google has offered to host. Please make sure to bring an identification card with you. The meetup will take place on Thursday, April 23rd (We know it's in the middle of school holidays, sorry about that, but it was one of the few dates we could book). There will be drinks and food! We will be in the Google Europaallee «F» building («EURF»), the street address is Europaallee 36, 8004 Zürich, right next to the «Miss Miu» restaurant. Agenda • 6:00 - Meet and Greet. Enjoy refreshments • 6:25 - 6:30 - Announcements Talks: • 6:30 - 7:00 Roman Sharkov - web dev in Go; batteries included • 7:00 - 7:30 Tom Payne - More cgo than you ever wanted to know • 7:30 - 8:00 Günther Noack - Go Landlock • 8:00 - 8:30 - Lightning talks, wrap-up, round table discussions, questions, pair programming, social interaction For this meetup, we will enforce the 30min speaking time

Discover why predicting the future is hard — even with maths! Dive into chaotic systems and see how small changes can lead to big surprises. As part of a unique holiday project in Volketswil, you can look forward to a week full of exciting mathematics, featuring five inspiring themes that bring you closer to the beauty and creativity of numbers and shapes. With a variety of engaging activities and carefully prepared handouts, we create an interactive space where you can experience mathematics in a new and creative way. Whether you’re already interested or simply curious, this project invites you to discover mathematics as a true adventure. Visit [www.volkibrains.ch](https://www.volkibrains.ch/) for more information. Or contact us directly at [info@volkibrains.ch](https://www.volkibrains.ch/)

Kommen Sie vorbei und lernen Sie care 4 kids kennen. Wir stellen uns vor, erzählen Ihnen über unseren Jobmöglichkeiten und beantworten alle Ihre Fragen. Wir sind im Starbucks an der Europaallee 7 (neben HB Zürich). Sie finden uns drinnen am Tisch . Auf dem Tisch sind care 4 kids Schablonen aufgestellt, damit Sie uns schneller sehen.:) Bitte bringen Sie Ihren vollständigen Lebenslauf mit und konsumieren Sie ein erfrischendes Getränk. Wir freuen uns auf Sie. *** Come and learn about care 4 kids and let us answer all your questions. Please find us at Starbucks Europaallee 7 (next to HB Zurich). We have care 4 kids sign set up so you can find us faster. :) Please bring us your CV and have a refreshing drink. We very much look forward to meeting you! ***

**[⚠️ >>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://eventfrog.ch/en/p/eating-drinking/digital-detox-cafe-7438256488664066551.html) or** **[www.social-circle.ch](www.social-circle.ch)** **Unplug & Create: Digital Detox Café at Paint it Easy** Take a break from screens and reconnect with yourself and others at our Digital Detox event in Zürich’s most inviting creative space, Paint it Easy. We’ll kick off the evening with a relaxed atmosphere, setting the tone for a mindful and inspiring night. Join our craft group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPIASNUJGwD23UUweSe0s3) Choose your path for the evening: **Deep Talk with Question Cards:** Dive into meaningful conversations and connect with fellow participants on a deeper level. **Boardgames:** Just for fun or to meet new people. **Creative Activities:** * **Drawing** (included) * **Canvas Painting** (CHF 10/hour + canvas, e.g., 30x40 cm: CHF 9) * **Pottery Painting** (CHF 20–45 per piece) * **Jewellery Making with Beads** (CHF 10/hour + materials, avg. CHF 20–30) * **Linocut Printmaking** (CHF 25–35 per piece) **Location:** Paint it Easy, Zürich **Ticket:** CHF 15 **Includes :** Welcome drink\*, drawing material, notebook, games, workshop **Doesn't include** : optional creative activity fees (depending on your choice) \*Warm drink, homemade iced tea, or lemonade Want more events like this? Join our community! [https://chat.whatsapp.com/KWSK2jINyuG9uHHjtxfnmP?mode=gi_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KWSK2jINyuG9uHHjtxfnmP?mode=gi_t) No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind! Whether you're painting, reflecting, or connecting, this is your space to recharge, express, and enjoy. Please note that pictures might be taken and used, if you don't want to be on them please let the host know. Tickets are not refundable. #digitaldetox

Sundays, 2pm-3pm. Trial class: CHF 20 Drop-in: CHF 35 Book here: www.balancewithale.com/zurich/handstand "I'll never be able to handstand". You kick at the wall but see no progress. Your wrists hurt. You don't know how to improve... It doesn't have to be this way. Progress doesn't come from trying harder — it comes from practicing smarter. Handstands are a skill, and when you train them as such, they begin to click in a way that feels almost magical. This class builds the foundations (strength, alignment and technique) that make handstands feel achievable and fun. Through clear progressions and personalized drills, you'll discover how capable your body truly is, and how handstands start to feel within reach when you train with intention and support. Because drills are tailored to you, the class welcomes all levels — from "I've never kicked up before" to confident freestanding balancers who want to develop greater control.

Hi everyone, Let's visit the famous Rappelswil monastery followed by a short-hike. We will start at Pfaffikon SZ and finish at Uerikon and have a picnic lunch along the way. https://www.zuerich.com/en/visit/attractions/rapperswil-hurden-wooden-bridge-a-walkway-across-lake-zurich **Hike description:** Distance: 16 km Time: 5 h Elevation difference: 300 m up and down **Travel itinerary:** see photo **Meeting point:** Pfaffikon SZ **Minimum of 5 participants with confirmed donation; max. 15** **Booking system:** Mandatory donation of 10 CHF to your favourite charity. To secure your spot or move from the waiting list to the going list, please send me a confirmation of your donation to [[[[laurameetup@yahoo.com](mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com)]([mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com](http://mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com/))]([mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com](http://mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com/))]([mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com](http://mailto:laurameetup@yahoo.com/)) Alternatively, you can donate here: [Zurich Weekends and Hiking | Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz](https://actnow.redcross.ch/en-GB/project/zurich-weekends-and-hiking?tab=overview) Check out our Facebook page: [https://www.facebook.com/share/15HuDGWwiM/?mibextid=wwXIfr](https://www.facebook.com/share/15HuDGWwiM/?mibextid=wwXIfr) Cancelled in case of bad weather. See you, Laura

**_DE_** (_EN below_): Wir, Peter und Patrick, sind zwei Physiotherapeuten mit einer Leidenschaft für Sport und Bewegung. Bei unserem **Gruppenfitness Training** trainierst du gemeinsam mit anderen, das motiviert, macht Spaß und hilft, dranzubleiben. Wir kombinieren Kraft, Ausdauer, Beweglichkeit und funktionelle Übungen, passend für alle Fitnesslevels. **Wichtig:** Bitte kommt in bequemer Sportkleidung. Wer nicht direkt auf dem Boden trainieren möchte, bringt gerne eine Matte mit. Du kannst an einem kostenlosen Probetraining teilnehmen. Danach besteht die Möglichkeit, ein Trainingsabo zu lösen: • 5 Trainings: 160 CHF • 10 Trainings: 280 CHF • 20 Trainings: 490 CHF Werde Teil unserer aktiven Community und erlebe, wie viel Energie Gruppentraining geben kann! **_EN_** We, Peter and Patrick, are two physiotherapists with a passion for sports and movement. In our **group fitness sessions**, you train together with others! it’s motivating, fun, and helps you stay consistent. We combine strength, endurance, mobility, and functional exercises, suitable for all fitness levels. **Important:** Please wear comfortable sports clothing. If you prefer not to train directly on the ground, feel free to bring a mat. You can join a free trial session. After that, you have the option to choose a training package: • 5 sessions: CHF 160 • 10 sessions: CHF 280 • 20 sessions: CHF 490 Become part of our active community and experience how energizing group training can be!

We are not just part of Nature, we ARE Nature. We are designed to be in nature. Spending time in Nature and connecting back to our natural rhythmic cycles is calming, healing and nourishing. Consciously experience and honour our Earth together in community. Enjoy Wild Yoga Nidra and Nourishing Earth Connection Yoga, Earth Mantras, Forest Bathing, Earth Reverence and conscious presence with a shared picnic and and exploration of seasonal eating in Spring as we celebrate Mother Earth with Lidia Zabala and Myriam Bartu. Myriam has been teaching meditative practices since 2016. She is passionate about sharing yoga nidra, sound healing, women's yoga therapy and Nature Retreats to help humans reconnect to themselves, to each other and to Nature. Lidia Zabala holds a Master's in health sciences and is currently specialising in hormonal health. She is known for her healthy lifestyle and is passionate about health promotion and disease prevention. @Zurich Dynamic Yoga Academy, Gewerbestrasse 24, Thalwil and in Sihlwald Forest, 11am-5pm Suggested Contribution: Standard 80.= Low income 50.- With a friend: 100.- **Booking:** Please [Please book your spot here.](https://www.reconnectionrest.org/specials) WhatsApp or text me on **078 246 50 91** for any questions. More info: **[www.reconnectiorest.org](http://www.reconnectiorest.org/)** We look forward to sharing this peaceful, nourishing time together in nature. With love, **Myriam and Lidia** 💛 [](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=47.286564%2C%208.56586) Zurich Dynamic Yoga Academy Gewerbeststrasse 24 · Thalwil ##

English below. Der Klang des Gongs erzeugt eine kraftvolle Welle, die durch den ganzen Körper fliesst, berührt jede Zelle, jeden Gedanken und jedes Gefühl, klärt, harmonisiert und führt zu tiefer Entspannung. Der Gong führt dich genau dorthin, wo deine Seele sein möchte. 💫 Mögliche Wirkungen der Klangtherapie: • Tiefe Entspannung • Befreiung von Anspannung • Abbau von Stress und Ängsten • Verbesserter Schlaf und erhöhte Konzentration • Regeneration des Nerven- und Hormonsystems • Emotionales und energetisches Gleichgewicht • Auflösung unbewusster Muster und Ängste • Verbesserung der Durchblutung und der Beweglichkeit, Entspannung der Muskeln 🎵 Klangtherapie ist eine uralte, spirituelle Methode der Heilung, Verjüngung und Transformation. Heute ist sie eine der natürlichsten Methoden, um mit sich selbst und seiner Lebensenergie in Verbindung zu treten. 💖 Kommen Sie und teilen Sie diese Erfahrung – lassen Sie uns gemeinsam in den Raum des Klangs eintauchen, wo sich der Körper entspannt, der Geist Frieden findet und das Herz sich daran erinnert, was Liebe ist. Anmeldung hier oder online www.om-center.ch Bezahlung vor Ort auch möglich per Twint, Karte oder bar. \-\-\-\- ENGLISH \-\-\-\- The sound of the gong creates a powerful wave that flows through the entire body, touching every cell, every thought, and every feeling, clearing, harmonizing, and leading to deep relaxation. The gong takes you exactly where your soul wants to be. 💫 Possible effects of sound therapy: • Deep relaxation • Release of tension • Reduction of stress and anxiety • Improved sleep and increased concentration • Regeneration of the nervous and endocrine systems • Emotional and energetic balance • Dissolution of unconscious patterns and fears • Improved circulation and mobility, relaxation of muscles 🎵 Sound therapy is an ancient, spiritual method of healing, rejuvenation, and transformation. Today, it is one of the most natural ways to connect with yourself and your life energy. 💖 Come and share this experience—let's dive into the space of sound together, where the body relaxes, the mind finds peace, and the heart remembers what love is. Register here or online at www.om-center.ch Payment on site via Twint, credit card, or cash possible.

🌻 **Start weekend with movement and delicious food** 🥐 🗓 **Date:** Saturday, 25.04 🕗 **Time:** 10:00 – 12:00 🎟 **Entry:** 45 CHF (limited spots: 12) 🔗 **Tickets:** [https://www.eversports.ch/org/activity/2231e5cc-45db-4cb6-b820-cb854a2d0a43](https://www.eversports.ch/org/activity/2231e5cc-45db-4cb6-b820-cb854a2d0a43) 📍 **Location:**[ ANNTIN studio,](https://www.anntin.ch/) [in front of ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/MM8ojDWrJ1FWDyhu7)**[Glattbrugg](https://maps.app.goo.gl/MM8ojDWrJ1FWDyhu7)**[ train station](https://maps.app.goo.gl/MM8ojDWrJ1FWDyhu7) (10 min from HB, 7 min from Hardbrücke, 2 min from Oerlikon) ⸻ **What to expect** 🧘 **10:00 – 11:00:** Beginner-friendly Hatha Yoga 🥐 **11:00 – 12:00:** Social Brunch & connections ⸻ Join for a Saturday morning that balances movement with a relaxed meal. We’ll start with gentle Hatha Yoga perfect for stretching out and waking up the body (suitable for all levels). Followed by a delicious brunch in the studio's chill area, it’s an easy-going way to enjoy some food and connect with others in a welcoming, low-pressure setting. **Reserve your spot with a ticket:** [https://www.eversports.ch/org/activity/2231e5cc-45db-4cb6-b820-cb854a2d0a43](https://www.eversports.ch/org/activity/2231e5cc-45db-4cb6-b820-cb854a2d0a43) **In case of any questions, contact us here:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/CSCUj3b814E7OagroDneOO](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CSCUj3b814E7OagroDneOO)

Watch movie trailer here: https://www.seedsthefilm.com/ SEEDS Documentary and Community Conversation Friday, April 24 | 5-9pm Locatjon: Ohio Dominican University | Matesich Theater in Erskine Hall 1216 Sunbury Rd Room 108, Columbus, OH 43219 Through dialogue and film, spend an evening explore the lives of Black generational farmers, the unjust history of land ownership, and local Black farmers creating new legacies today. Seeds Documentary and Community Conversation is the second event in Shepherd’s Corner Land Justice Series, where we welcome BIPOC artists, filmmakers, writers, and growers to teach us, through intentional programming, what it means to be on and part of the land. This event is sponsored with Ohio Dominican University and Ohio Dominican University’s Black Student Union. Click here to access a flyer to help spread the word about SEEDS Documentary and Community Conversation **ABOUT Seeds** Seeds is Director Brittany Shyne’s Sundance-winning lyrical documentary of Black farmers, legacy, and land. “Interweaving the stories of three Black generational farmers to create a collective and intimate portrait of farming today, Seeds is a moving and powerful exploration of their lives, joys and struggles as well as the fragility of legacy and owning land.” Seedsthefilm.com **PANEL DISCUSSION: LOCAL BLACK FARMERS CREATING NEW LEGACIES** * Moderator Holly Moten Fidler, M.A. in Social Justice & Public Theology (MASJ/MAPT) student at the Methodist Theological School in Ohio (MTSO) and Seminary Hill Farm worker * Julialynne Walker, Food Sovereignty Advocate and Market Manager Bronzeville Growers Market * Minister Aaron Hopkins, Visionary Farmer Planner of South Side Family Farms and Executive Director of ICANDO Community Development * Jada Terry, Founder of Mizizi Farm and Fresh Roots 614 SCHEDULE * 5 pm: Doors Open + Refreshments served. Informal Meet and Greet with Panelists and Guests * 6 pm: Opening + Panel Discussion * 7 pm: SEEDS Screening Free Admission. Registration Required. Register for free here: https://shepherdscorner.org/seeds/

5th annual Earth Day Celebration! This year (2026) the Celebration is scheduled for April 25th with activities running from 10am-2pm. This is a non-ticketed event. Everyone is welcome! We will have food trucks, Birds of Prey, kids crafts, live music, raspberry plants, apple trees, and of course NATIVE PLANTS! Where: Lynd Fruit Farm, 9399 Morse Rd, Pataskala Ohio 43062 Time: Activities will be from 10am- 2pm. The Market will remain open until 5pm.

Community Backyards Workshop Join us at the Ohio Herb Center in Gahanna to learn about sustainable home gardening. We can make small changes in our yards to make a BIG impact for a better environment and healthier waterways while saving money. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek and hosted by Ohio Herb Center. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but NOT required. Click here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/65f65aw (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) * Location: Ohio Herb Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna, OH 43230 * Date and time: Sat, May 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM * Organizer: The Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days

Community Backyards Workshop .Community Backyards Workshop - Westerville Join us for the Westerville Community Backyards workshop! This is a FREE class on how you can protect our waterways and environment with small changes in your gardening habits. We will discuss rain barrels, rain gardens, composting, and native plants. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but not required. * Location: Westerville Community Center, 350 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082 * Date and time: Sat, May 30, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM * Organizer: Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/h2w5ms8 **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Free Communal Garden Class Series GROWING MUSHROOMS In this class, we will discuss how to raise mushrooms on logs outdoors as a way to raise food in parts of your yard that are usually too shady to grow vegetables or other crops. We will discuss what mushroom species can be cultivated, what tree species they can grow on, and demonstrate how to prepare and inoculate the logs. By following these steps, you can have your own bountiful mushroom harvest! APRIL 27 | 6:00-7:30 PM | WELLS BARN 1851 E BROAD ST, COLUMBUS, OH 43205 INSTRUCTOR: MARC AMANTE Mare Amante is an Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Educator with Central State University who is also currently serving as CSU Extension's Agriculture and Natural Resources Interim Program Leader. He has worked on and managed diversified vegetable farms across the Midwest and currently owns and operates an urban farm here in Ohio where he raises microgreens, vegetables, raspberries, and log-grown mushrooms for sale to local markets and restaurants. Registerefor free here https://www.fpconservatory.org/events/cg-growing-mushrooms/

Annual plant sale to support the Inniswood Volunteers Inc., giving back to the gardens. Offering mostly perennials, herbs and a few shrubs. Day 1: Saturday May 2, 2026 8am-4pm Day 2: Sunday May 3, 2026: 11a-3pm rain or shine. Bring a wagon if you have one!

Annual plant sale to support the Inniswood Volunteers Inc., giving back to the gardens. Offering mostly perennials, herbs and a few shrubs. Day 1: Saturday May 2, 2026 8am-4pm Day 2: Sunday May 3, 2026: 11a-3pm rain or shine. Bring a wagon if you have one!