Upcoming Events
Agriculture and Food Resilience on Whidbey Island
Find out what Jake Stewart is doing on his Whidbey farm to practice resilience and hear his thoughts on what Whidbey could be doing better to support our local food. FREE
Cocreating Agroecology for Food Systems Transformation.
The concept of agroecology, which is based on principles of ecology and social equity, offers a framework for redesigning our food and farming systems. Join with other small farmers, Indigenous leaders, food system organizers, and academics to engage with innovators at the forefront of this evolving, worldwide, and dynamic movement.
This workshop, presented in partnership with Washington State University and Oregon State University, will showcase ongoing projects that are laying the groundwork for innovative research partnerships to address specific challenges faced in the Pacific Northwest. Listen, learn and join the dialogue to become part of the change.
Add your ticket for the symposium when registering for the Tilth Conference. Cost $50 includes breakfast and lunch.
Tilth Conference 2024
Registration extended to Friday, November 1 to attend the Tilth conference November 14-16. From a meeting of nearly 800 farmers, gardeners and food system activists in Ellensburg, WA, in 1974 to a network of thousands of food system professionals and activists spread throughout the Pacific Northwest, the Tilth movement has had a profound impact on our region’s food culture over the last 50 years. From influencing regional, statewide, and national policy to hands-on programs centered in communities across Washington State, partnership is at the core of everything we do.
This November 14-16, hundreds of farmers, organizations, businesses, wholesalers, food systems professionals, researchers, and educators will join to work, learn, and build solidarity as we honor our history and look forward to our next 50 years. Join us to celebrate, reflect, network and grow!
Challenging our climate change thinking
Are we overrating the negative and missing the good stuff that’s actually happening? Cognitive scientist Ed Anderson, PhD., thinks we aren’t thinking clearly about climate change.
Kid’s Scavenger Hunt and Local Bux
On Sunday, September 29, South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market will have its last kid’s scavenger hunt for the season. Kids who complete the scavenger hunt will earn a $2 South Whidbey Tilth Local Bux to purchase a kid’s size portion of produce. The South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market is held on Sundays, 11 -3 until October 13.
Pick up a Scavenger Hunt list at the Welcome Table at the market entrance.
Go through the market and find all the items on the list.
When you’ve found them all, redeem your list for a $2 Local Bux bill at the Welcome Table.
You can spend Local Bux to buy a kid’s size portion of fresh fruits, veggies and herbs at the market.
Adults are welcome to help the little ones.
Film Food and Country
Screening of Food and Country, a film about the choices we make as a society when it comes to food.
Make Lavender Wands
Join Tilth member and grower Jennifer Carlson and learn how to grow, prune and make a lavender wand.
Go Green in the Garden:Using Nature’s Own Plant Food
Join Anza Muenchow and learn how to enrich your soil naturally.
Learn about I-2117 and it's impact on Washington
Join Whidbey Climate Action to learn more and discuss how important the Climate Commitment Act is to our Island, our state and our future
Learn About the Plants that Feed Us through Art–For Kids of All Ages
Come explore art materials and leaf shapes from vegetables and herbs growing in gardens. Whidbey Island artists Jean Stark and Paula Richards will be there to guide and inspire you. Make a drawing with patterns and color, leave it as a picture or cut shapes out to make a windsock. Art ideas will be on hand along with art materials and fresh leaves to explore the shapes and smells from the September garden.
Eat Local Month
Start the Food and Farm Trail at the Tilth Market. Enjoy food and farm events all month all over Island County.
Kid’s Scavenger Hunt and Local Bux
On Sunday, August 15, South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market will have a scavenger hunt for kids. Kids who complete the scavenger hunt will earn a $2 South Whidbey Tilth Local Bux to purchase a kid’s size portion of produce. The South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market is held on Sundays, 11 -3 until October 13. The last Kids Scavenger Hunt Day will be held on September 29.
Pick up a Scavenger Hunt list at the Welcome Table at the market entrance.
Go through the market and find all the items on the list.
When you’ve found them all, redeem your list for a $2 Local Bux bill at the Welcome Table.
You can spend Local Bux to buy a kid’s size portion of fresh fruits, veggies and herbs at the market.
Adults are welcome to help the little ones.
Wildfire on Whidbey?
Buy tickets at WICA now for this important all-day event. Experts, government and community leaders will explore with us how climate change is making wildfire more likely here and what we can do to be safer.
Black Seed Potluck: Before & After
Black Seed Agroecology Farm and Village Potluck flier
Tilth Annual Potluck
Tilth members and your guests, join the South Whidbey Tilth community at our Annual Potluck and Famously Fun Raffle.
A Convenient Truth:The Art of Composting for the Home and Community Gardener
Join Don Krafft for a comprehensive class designed to transform your organic waste into nutrient-rich compost.
Kid’s Scavenger Hunt and Local Bux
On Sunday, July 28, South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market will have a scavenger hunt for kids. Kids who complete the scavenger hunt will earn a $2 South Whidbey Tilth Local Bux to purchase a kid’s size portion of produce. The South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market is held on Sundays, 11 -3 until October 13. Kids Scavenger Hunt Days will be also held on August 25 and September 29.
Pick up a Scavenger Hunt list at the Welcome Table at the market entrance.
Go through the market and find all the items on the list.
When you’ve found them all, redeem your list for a $2 Local Bux bill at the Welcome Table.
You can spend Local Bux to buy a kid’s size portion of fresh fruits, veggies and herbs at the market.
Adults are welcome to help the little ones.
Garden Critter Workshop for the Fair
Animal critter pig made of zuchhin, carrots, garlic and a radish.
Tilth Farm and Garden Tour
Tour three amazing farms/gardens of Tilth members on South Whidbey.
Permaculture Design Certification Course
Intensive design certification class with world-renowned permaculture experts.
Kid’s Scavenger Hunt and Local Bux
On Sunday, June 30, South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market will have a scavenger hunt for kids. Kids who complete the scavenger hunt will earn a $2 South Whidbey Tilth Local Bux to purchase a kid’s size portion of produce. The South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market is held on Sundays, 11 -3 until October 13. Kids Scavenger Hunt Days will be also held on July 28, August 25 and September 29.
Pick up a Scavenger Hunt list at the Welcome Table at the market entrance.
Go through the market and find all the items on the list.
When you’ve found them all, redeem your list for a $2 Local Bux bill at the Welcome Table.
You can spend Local Bux to buy a kid’s size portion of fresh fruits, veggies and herbs at the market.
Adults are welcome to help the little ones.
Midsommar Fest with Daughters of Norway
Bake Sale * Music and Dancing * Kid Activities Troll Stroll * Three-legged-race * Head Garlands Veggie and Flower Starts* OSM Eats Pizza. Questions? 360-221-5280.
Squash and Other Cucurbits With Anza Muenchow
Learn all about growing food in the squash family.
Gardening Through the WinterGrowing Food and Caring for Your Garden
Learn to extend your growing season and keep your garden soil happy in this event sponsored by Slow Food Whidbey Island.
Beyond Sustainability! Island Conversations
Refreshments provided. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN mug, napkin etc. Waste-Free Event
Apple Maggots and Coddling Moths
Join Gary Ingram and learn to protect your apple crop from these pests.
Kid’s Scavenger Hunt and Local Bux
On Sunday, May 26, South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market will have a scavenger hunt for kids. Kids who complete the scavenger hunt will earn a $2 South Whidbey Tilth Local Bux to purchase a kid’s size portion of produce. The South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market is held on Sundays, 11 -3 until October 13. Kids Scavenger Hunt Days will be also held on June 30, July 28, August 25 and September 29.
Pick up a Scavenger Hunt list at the Welcome Table at the market entrance.
Go through the market and find all the items on the list.
When you’ve found them all, redeem your list for a $2 Local Bux bill at the Welcome Table.
You can spend Local Bux to buy a kid’s size portion of fresh fruits, veggies and herbs at the market.
Adults are welcome to help the little ones.
Regenerative Farm and Garden Workshop
An all-day workshop where you’ll learn actions you can take in your garden or yard right when you get home.
Mother's Day Lavender Sachet Class for Kids
Kids make lavender sachets for Mom at the Tilth Market.
Wings Over Whidbey Bird Festival
Visit the South Whidbey Tilth pollinator booth and choose from many other activities.