Alameda Backyard Growers

08/13/2026

Join us at the Alameda Food Bank on Saturday, August 22nd as ABG volunteer John Story discusses all things
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Food Bank

Backyard Growers

Join us to learn more about peppers, taste some rare and unusual varieties, and see how to make your own hot sauce.

08/11/2026

It’s that time of year!

Our seed packers have been working hard and have packed nearly 6,000 envelopes for Fall and Winter seeds that will hit the libraries this week. All our libraries are curated by season because our seed librarians make sure what you find in the library is what you can plant now. We want you to be successful!

Happy Fall and Winter Planting!

BTW - Thank you to the Alameda Rotary Club for providing us with a grant so that we could purchase a fancy printer that allows us to print directly onto our envelopes (no more wasteful labels).

Growing community one seed packet at a time!

08/07/2026

Want to learn more about peppers? (For instance I just learned the word Capsicum). Then join our besties from Alameda Backyard Growers for a free peppers workshop at our Island Community Market. August 22 1pm - 3pm.

07/25/2026

Join us at the Alameda Food Bank on Saturday, August 22nd as ABG volunteer John Story discusses all things
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Food Bank

Backyard Growers

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07/22/2026

Ain't no party like a Seed Packing Party!

The Alameda Backyard Growers are hosting a party to help pack seeds for the ABG Free Seed Libraries and we need YOUR help! Come spend a couple of hours with us on August 1st to pack seeds, chat about all things gardening, and help grow our local community.

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or have never planted a seed in your life, everyone is welcome! It’s a great way to give back, swap stories, and meet fellow plant lovers.

Space is limited so please email [email protected] for more details and to RSVP.

07/21/2026

Stop by the WEAD booth and say "hi" this Saturday, July 18 at Radio Central in Alameda for Radio Day by the Bay 2026!

This full day celebration of radio and wireless communication features live music, museum tours, vintage radios, exhibits, food, and fun for all ages!

▶️ FREE museum tours all day!
▶️ Vintage radio auction featuring top selections from the CHRS collection!
▶️ Curated exhibits from radio and broadcasting experts, plus community partners!
▶️ W6CF live ham radio operation!
▶️ Surplus equipment sale!
▶️ Museum store featuring refurbished vintage radios for purchase!
▶️ Food trucks and a cash bar!

Info: californiahistoricalradio.com/event/radio-day-2026
2152 Central Ave • FREE • 8am-4pm

07/21/2026

07/18/2026

Another great pick thanks to Pryor. We picked 130 pounds of beautiful pears in his back yard that had been pollinated by his home-kept bees! Everything will get delivered on Monday to the Alameda Food Bank. As always, a big thank you to our volunteers!