Join CCUA for a summer garden planning workshop!

Plan ahead for the best tomatoes, peppers, and other warm season plants. Ask CCUA staff your garden questions and discuss with other gardeners in your community. Practice using square-foot gardening techniques by creating a planting map for your summer garden. Learn how to control weeds, prevent common nutrient deficiencies, and mitigate disease issues before you plant your summer garden!

Part of the Dig Into Learning Garden Workshop series. Please register here!

Are you interested in beekeeping, but don’t know where to start? Join CCUA for “Buzz Talks!” Led by local beekeeper and long-time CCUA volunteer, Jim Thaxter, Buzz Talks is a once a month Bee Club that will meet for an hour long workshop throughout the spring and summer. Space is limited, so make sure to sign-up here and save your spot!

Our March meeting will cover Inside the Hive: Bee Castes, Nest Organization, and Anatomy. This session will take place in CCUA’s Schoolhouse at Columbia’s Agriculture Park, located at 1769 W Ash St.

"Egg-spert Insights" is an informational series that will cover a range of informational sessions on chickens. This series is thanks to a partnership between CCUA and Lincoln University's Dr. Fisher!

Session 3 of our “Egg-spert Insights” series with Dr. Tatijana Fisher will cover “Biosecurity for Small Flocks.” Learn how to develop and implement biosecurity practices to protect your flock from disease. This session will help you understand threats to your flock, and the steps you can take to keep your chickens and family safe and healthy.

Join us at CCUA’s Schoolhouse located at 1769 W Ash St for an informational session on this topic! This is a FREE series but seating is limited so please RSVP here! You are encouraged to attend one or all informational sessions in the series.

Interested in gardening, but have a busy schedule? Join CCUA for Drop-in Garden Club at Columbia’s Agriculture Park (1769 W Ash St) on Tuesdays starting April 1st, 2025 in the Demo Garden! Our staff hosts flexible drop-in gardening that requires no sign-up or commitment so you can drop by when it fits your schedule! Stay for the whole time or 10 minutes. Get hands-on garden experience and all your garden questions answered. We hope to see you there!

Interested in gardening, but have a busy schedule? Join CCUA for Drop-in Garden Club at Columbia’s Agriculture Park (1769 W Ash St) every Tuesday in the Demo Garden! Our staff hosts flexible drop-in gardening that requires no sign-up or commitment so you can drop by when it fits your schedule! Stay for the whole time or 10 minutes. Get hands-on garden experience and all your garden questions answered. We hope to see you there!

Are you interested in beekeeping, but don’t know where to start? Join CCUA for “Buzz Talks!” led by local beekeeper and long-time CCUA volunteer, Jim Thaxter. Buzz Talks is a once a month Bee Club that will meet for an hour long workshop spring through fall. Space is limited, so make sure to sign-up here and save your spot!

Our April meeting will cover The Beekeeper’s Toolbox: Equipment, Hive Construction, and Bee Behavior. This session will take place in CCUA’s Schoolhouse at Columbia’s Agriculture Park, located at 1769 W Ash St.

Interested in gardening, but have a busy schedule? Join CCUA for Drop-in Garden Club at Columbia’s Agriculture Park (1769 W Ash St) every Tuesday in the Demo Garden! Our staff hosts flexible drop-in gardening that requires no sign-up or commitment so you can drop by when it fits your schedule! Stay for the whole time or 10 minutes. Get hands-on garden experience and all your garden questions answered. We hope to see you there!

Interested in gardening, but have a busy schedule? Join CCUA for Drop-in Garden Club at Columbia’s Agriculture Park (1769 W Ash St) every Tuesday in the Demo Garden! Our staff hosts flexible drop-in gardening that requires no sign-up or commitment so you can drop by when it fits your schedule! Stay for the whole time or 10 minutes. Get hands-on garden experience and all your garden questions answered. We hope to see you there!

"Egg-spert Insights" is an informational series that will cover a range of informational sessions on chickens. This series is thanks to a partnership between CCUA and Lincoln University's Dr. Fisher!

Session 4 of our “Egg-spert Insights” series with Dr. Tatijana Fisher will cover “Chicken Nutrition & Digestive System.” Explore how chicken nutrition impacts egg and meat production. We’ll dive into the digestive system and how to provide a balanced diet to keep your flock at peak health and productivity.

Join us at CCUA’s Schoolhouse located at 1769 W Ash St for an informational session on this topic! This is a FREE series but seating is limited so please RSVP here! You are encouraged to attend one or all informational sessions in the series.

Join CCUA for a home irrigation workshop!

Grow beyond hand-watering your garden! Join Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture staff for a discussion about irrigation methods and a demonstration on putting together different systems. Weigh the pros and cons of different techniques and discover the one that’s right for you!

Part of the Dig Into Learning Garden Workshop series. Please register here!

Interested in gardening, but have a busy schedule? Join CCUA for Drop-in Garden Club at Columbia’s Agriculture Park (1769 W Ash St) every Tuesday in the Demo Garden! Our staff hosts flexible drop-in gardening that requires no sign-up or commitment so you can drop by when it fits your schedule! Stay for the whole time or 10 minutes. Get hands-on garden experience and all your garden questions answered. We hope to see you there!

Join CCUA for a home irrigation workshop!

Grow beyond hand-watering your garden! Join Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture staff for a discussion about irrigation methods and a demonstration on putting together different systems. Weigh the pros and cons of different techniques and discover the one that’s right for you!

Part of the Dig Into Learning Garden Workshop series. Please register here!

"Egg-spert Insights" is an informational series that will cover a range of informational sessions on chickens. This series is thanks to a partnership between CCUA and Lincoln University's Dr. Fisher!

Session 5 of our “Egg-spert Insights” series with Dr. Tatijana Fisher will cover “Determining Flock Productivity.” In this session, we’ll dive into key flock and individual measurements to assess productivity. Learn how to track flock-level measurements like hen-day egg production and evaluate individual measurements like abdominal capacity and intensity of lay.

Join us at CCUA’s Schoolhouse located at 1769 W Ash St for an informational session on this topic! This is a FREE series but seating is limited so please RSVP here! You are encouraged to attend one or all informational sessions in the series.

We get it, life’s busy! If you can’t commit to a weekly scheduled volunteer shift join us on the second Saturday of every month at Kilgore’s Community Garden (700 N Providence Rd). Kilgore’s is CCUA’s third garden location with a simple mission: make healthy, happy fruit and veggie lovers out of the preschoolers at Nora Stewart Early Learning Center. This special garden is a longstanding partnership with Kilgore’s Pharmacy, an idea sparked after a Kilgore’s pharmacist filled a prescription for a young child’s cholesterol medication. Fresh produce from this garden is donated weekly throughout the season where it’s used to make meals for the children at Nora Stewart. This is a flexible garden opportunity that requires no commitment. Just show up when you can! Hope to see you there!

Are you interested in beekeeping, but don’t know where to start? Join CCUA for “Buzz Talks!” led by local beekeeper and long-time CCUA volunteer, Jim Thaxter. Buzz Talks is a once a month Bee Club that will meet for an hour long workshop spring through fall. Space is limited, so make sure to sign-up here and save your spot!

Our May meeting will cover Meet the Bees: Hive Structure, Sting Safety, and First Aid. This session will take place at CCUA’s Veterans Urban Farm, located at 1207 Smith St.

"Egg-spert Insights" is an informational series that will cover a range of informational sessions on chickens. This series is thanks to a partnership between CCUA and Lincoln University's Dr. Fisher!

Session 6 of our “Egg-spert Insights” series with Dr. Tatijana Fisher will cover “Grading & Candling Eggs.” Learn about factors that determine egg quality, and master the art of grading and candling eggs to ensure top quality for your customers. We’ll teach you the methods for identifying freshness, quality, and any potential issues before selling or using your eggs.

Join us at CCUA’s Schoolhouse located at 1769 W Ash St for an informational session on this topic! This is a FREE series but seating is limited so please RSVP here! You are encouraged to attend one or all informational sessions in the series.

Are you interested in beekeeping, but don’t know where to start? Join CCUA for “Buzz Talks!” led by local beekeeper and long-time CCUA volunteer, Jim Thaxter. Buzz Talks is a once a month Bee Club that will meet for an hour long workshop spring through fall. Space is limited, so make sure to sign-up here and save your spot!

Our June meeting will cover Hands-On Hive Management: Health, Pests, and Seasonal Care. This session will take place at CCUA’s Veterans Urban Farm, located at 1207 Smith St.

We get it, life’s busy! If you can’t commit to a weekly scheduled volunteer shift join us on the second Saturday of every month at Kilgore’s Community Garden (700 N Providence Rd). Kilgore’s is CCUA’s third garden location with a simple mission: make healthy, happy fruit and veggie lovers out of the preschoolers at Nora Stewart Early Learning Center. This special garden is a longstanding partnership with Kilgore’s Pharmacy, an idea sparked after a Kilgore’s pharmacist filled a prescription for a young child’s cholesterol medication. Fresh produce from this garden is donated weekly throughout the season where it’s used to make meals for the children at Nora Stewart. This is a flexible garden opportunity that requires no commitment. Just show up when you can! Hope to see you there!

We get it, life’s busy! If you can’t commit to a weekly scheduled volunteer shift join us on the second Saturday of every month at Kilgore’s Community Garden (700 N Providence Rd). Kilgore’s is CCUA’s third garden location with a simple mission: make healthy, happy fruit and veggie lovers out of the preschoolers at Nora Stewart Early Learning Center. This special garden is a longstanding partnership with Kilgore’s Pharmacy, an idea sparked after a Kilgore’s pharmacist filled a prescription for a young child’s cholesterol medication. Fresh produce from this garden is donated weekly throughout the season where it’s used to make meals for the children at Nora Stewart. This is a flexible garden opportunity that requires no commitment. Just show up when you can! Hope to see you there!

Are you interested in beekeeping, but don’t know where to start? Join CCUA for “Buzz Talks!” led by local beekeeper and long-time CCUA volunteer, Jim Thaxter. Buzz Talks is a once a month Bee Club that will meet for an hour long workshop spring through fall. Space is limited, so make sure to sign-up here and save your spot!

Our July meeting will cover Bees and Beyond: Hive Placement, Neighbor Relations, and Pest Prevention. This session will take place at CCUA’s Veterans Urban Farm, located at 1207 Smith St.

Are you interested in beekeeping, but don’t know where to start? Join CCUA for “Buzz Talks!” led by local beekeeper and long-time CCUA volunteer, Jim Thaxter. Buzz Talks is a once a month Bee Club that will meet for an hour long workshop spring through fall. Space is limited, so make sure to sign-up here and save your spot!

Our August meeting will cover Sweet Rewards: The Art and Science of Honey Harvesting. This session will take place at CCUA’s Veterans Urban Farm, located at 1207 Smith St.

Are you interested in beekeeping, but don’t know where to start? Join CCUA for “Buzz Talks!” led by local beekeeper and long-time CCUA volunteer, Jim Thaxter. Buzz Talks is a once a month Bee Club that will meet for an hour long workshop spring through fall. Space is limited, so make sure to sign-up here and save your spot!

Our September meeting will cover Preparing for the Cold: Fall Management and Overwintering Strategies. This session will take place at CCUA’s Veterans Urban Farm, located at 1207 Smith St.

Are you interested in beekeeping, but don’t know where to start? Join CCUA for “Buzz Talks!” led by local beekeeper and long-time CCUA volunteer, Jim Thaxter. Buzz Talks is a once a month Bee Club that will meet for an hour long workshop spring through fall. Space is limited, so make sure to sign-up here and save your spot!

Our October meeting will cover Winter Bees and Beekeepers: Surviving the Cold Season. This session will take place at CCUA’s Veterans Urban Farm, located at 1207 Smith St.