Interactive workshops engage participants in discussions and activities about healthy food and cooking. Workshops tyipcally last two hours but can be adjusted to fit circumstances. We gather information about participants ahead of time an effort to best tailor activities to participants’ interests and needs.

We host programs at Zenger Farm or partner locations in outer southeast Portland, with locations closest to the farm given priority.

Healthy Eating on a Budget Workshop

Participants identify challenges and explore strategies for healthy eating on a budget through discussion and a cooking activity or demonstration.

Cooking Workshop (Families or Adults)

This hands-on workshop connects participants to community food resources, encourages home cooking with whole foods and seasonal produce, and highlights the importance of sharing meals together. Participants visit about resources and tips for healthy eating, prepare several healthy dishes and share a meal together.

Farm Fresh on a Budget Workshop (Adults)

Participants learn about local sources of farm fresh food, strategic shopping at Farmers Markets or join a local Farm CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program, including opportunities to spend SNAP/EBT and WIC benefits.

Farm to Fork Workshop (Families or Adults)

Participants harvest, prepare and share a meal featuring farm fresh produce.

Special Topics (Families or Adults)

Workshops focus on a special topic such as budgeting, menu planning or label reading.

Workshop Series (Families or Adults)

A multi-week or monthly series focusing on what participants most want to learn.

To schedule a workshop or for more information contact:

Prairie Hale, Community Invovlement Coordinator, Prairie Hale, 503-282-4245.