What has inspired you out on the trail lately? This past month, the Greenway has been full of activity and life. From artist Luna Ruth Paesch restoring our playgrounds, to urban environmental educator Zaira Sierra leading a birding workshop at our gardens, to Urban Tilth’s Orchard for All apprentices pruning our trees, it has been […]
Recently, several volunteer groups have made their way to the Greenway, lending a hand at both Unity Park and the Greenway Community Garden. These volunteers have been hard at work, removing invasive weeds that have sprung up across the sites. Their efforts are part of an ongoing project to prepare for the next round of […]
It’s volunteer season at the Greenway, and there’s so much happening! From migratory birds basking in the morning sun to the growth of a new strawberry garden, this time of year is filled with exciting projects and plenty of opportunities for the community to get involved. Thanks to the dedication of the Greenway’s amazing volunteers, […]
As the new year unfolds, the team hopes that everyone has been soaking in the mild winter sunlight gently settling over the Greenway. They’ve certainly been enjoying the warmth and are excited to see the communities of people and wildlife slowly return after the cold and rainy season. The Greenway is beginning to come alive […]
This year’s Halloween Land marked a special occasion that not only celebrated the spirit of Halloween but also highlighted the bond between creativity and community. Bringing together over 226 participants, including 194 local residents from Richmond and San Pablo, for a day filled with fun, learning, and community spirit. Hosted along the Richmond Greenway, a […]
Thanks to everyone who came to the first herbal workshop of the year We made agua floridas together and shared the energetics of the plants in the garden. The 6th Street garden was so happy to receive everyone and the plants were just as excited as we were! The community also got to harvest seeds […]
Hello, from the Greenway This week we were able to have two volunteers group Vistability & Nystrom Elementary School on 6th street to help us clean and maintain the area as well as having them weed and plant. We removed unwanted weeds around the bike trial, as well planted 250 yellow onions on the raise […]
Hello, from the Greenway This week we had volunteers from VistaAbility group come and help us clean 16th Street. We removed unwanted weeds in the triangle bed by the mural. We also would like to take time to remind you to come and pick up some fresh produce at our free farm stand. Join us […]
Thrilled to share the latest Greenway update! After the success of our MLK event, we’re shifting gears to daily and monthly activities. Join us at Unity Park for our farm stand, this Wednesday at 2:00 pm. Remember to check the seed libraries on the 16th and 6th Greenway trail, and grab your free organic compost […]
Our seed library at 16th st. Unity Park along the trail is stocked with free seeds! Stop by and grab some in preparation for this spring. Our team will begin replenishing the free seed libraries every week. Tuesdays at 16th st. Unity Park and Wednesdays at our 6th st. community garden location. Comment below if […]
