Baxter Community Greenhouse
In November of 2011 the ribbon was cut on the Baxter Community Center Greenhouse, and it has organically (pun intended) become a part of so many aspects of our work. Be it the Garden to Early Childhood and Beyond programming, our Annual Plant Sale, or the Fresh Produce that the Greenhouse provides for our Marketplace….the Baxter Greenhouse has found its way into the fabric of everything we do here at Baxter.
Baxter Community Greenhouse
In November of 2011 the ribbon was cut on the Baxter Community Center Greenhouse, and it has organically (pun intended) become a part of so many aspects of our work. Be it the Garden to Early Childhood and Beyond programming, our Annual Plant Sale, or the Fresh Produce that the Greenhouse provides for our Marketplace….the Baxter Greenhouse has found its way into the fabric of everything we do here at Baxter.
Gardening & Canning Programs
Start with us in the spring for hands-on gardening programs led by local farmers and urban growers to learn how to master the essentials for a bountiful garden. From vibrant fruits to crisp veggies and fragrant herbs, our programs focus on cultivating an edible oasis, ensuring your kitchen is brimming with fresh, delicious produce.
Stay with us in the summer and fall to discover the art of preservation with our fall canning programs! Dive into the world of home canning with our hands-on workshops led by local, certified instructors, where you’ll learn the essential techniques and recipes to create delicious, nutritious and shelf-stable cupboard staples that can be enjoyed all year round.
Baxter’s Greenhouse and Canning Programs will run from late April to Mid November. All programs will take place Wednesday evenings from 6:30PM-8PM, unless otherwise stated.
Gardening & Canning Programs
Start with us in the spring for hands-on gardening programs led by local farmers and urban growers to learn how to master the essentials for a bountiful garden. From vibrant fruits to crisp veggies and fragrant herbs, our programs focus on cultivating an edible oasis, ensuring your kitchen is brimming with fresh, delicious produce.
Stay with us in the summer and fall to discover the art of preservation with our fall canning programs! Dive into the world of home canning with our hands-on workshops led by local, certified instructors, where you’ll learn the essential techniques and recipes to create delicious, nutritious and shelf-stable cupboard staples that can be enjoyed all year round.
Baxter’s Greenhouse and Canning Programs will run from late April to Mid November. All programs will take place Wednesday evenings from 6:30PM-8PM, unless otherwise stated.
2024 Program Highlights
In 2024, our gardening programs bloomed like never before! With hands-on workshops & sustainable gardening initiatives, we helped neighbors grow their green thumbs and cultivate fresh, local produce. From thriving vegetable patches to pantries full of produce preserves, participants not only learned valuable skills but also contributed to a greener, more connected community. Thank you to everyone who joined us this year—we couldn’t have done it without your support and dedication to growing together!
2025 Programs & Workshops
Gardening Basics 7-Week Series
In this free, 7-Week series you’ll work with local farmers and urban growers to learn everything you need to know to have a successful garden this year! Whether you’ve been gardening for years in your back yard in-ground garden, want to better utilize your raised bed, or have never gardened before and just want to start out with a couple containers on your balcony, this series is for you!
*Those who sign up & attend 5 of the 7 workshops will be eligible to receive an allotment of free plants from our annual plant sale.
Registration is now OPEN!
Gardening Basics 7-Week Series
In this free, 7-Week series you’ll work with local farmers and urban growers to learn everything you need to know to have a successful garden this year! Whether you’ve been gardening for years in your back yard in-ground garden, want to better utilize your raised bed, or have never gardened before and just want to start out with a couple containers on your balcony, this series is for you!
*Those who sign up & attend 5 of the 7 workshops will be eligible to receive an allotment of free plants from our annual plant sale.
Registration is now OPEN!
SoilSHOP Free Soil Testing
On site soil screenings provide community members with free lead screening of soil gathered from their gardens or outdoor play area(s) to help people learn if their soil is contaminated and information on how to reduce exposures. Limit of 3 soil samples per person. Must be present for testing (no drop offs). Instant results & onsite education and information on how to navigate any adjustments that need to be made to reduce your exposure and keep your soil safe. Download soil collection instructions (pdf)
This event is open to all. No RSVP required.
SoilSHOP Free Soil Testing
On site soil screenings provide community members with free lead screening of soil gathered from their gardens or outdoor play area(s) to help people learn if their soil is contaminated and information on how to reduce exposures. Limit of 3 soil samples per person. Must be present for testing (no drop offs). Instant results & onsite education and information on how to navigate any adjustments that need to be made to reduce your exposure and keep your soil safe. Download soil collection instructions (pdf)
This event is open to all. No RSVP required.
Healthy Harvest Fall Canning Series
Join us at Baxter Community Center for our Healthy Harvest Canning series! Get hands on learning with new recipes and canning techniques with our community-style canning classes. You’ll walk away from each class with new skills, new friends, and jars of delicious preserves that will last you all season long!
$5 per participant per class. All produce, jars, tools and utensils are provided.
Registration Required for each class. Space is limited to 10 participants per class.
Healthy Harvest Fall Canning Series
Join us at Baxter Community Center for our Healthy Harvest Canning series! Get hands on learning with new recipes and canning techniques with our community-style canning classes. You’ll walk away from each class with new skills, new friends, and jars of delicious preserves that will last you all season long!
$5 per participant per class. All produce, jars, tools and utensils are provided.
Registration Required for each class. Space is limited to 10 participants per class.
Annual Plant Sale 2025
Every year we plant roughly 4,000 seedlings of edible plants including fruits, vegetables, herbs, and a few flowers in our greenhouse to sell to neighbors at our Annual Plant Sale for just $1 each!
Though our plant sale is open to everyone, we do our best to prioritize our neighbors in the Baxter neighborhood. Quantity limits on sales may be put in place based on availability.
Every year we plant roughly 4,000 seedlings of edible plants including fruits, vegetables, herbs, and a few flowers in our greenhouse to sell to neighbors at our Annual Plant Sale for just $1 each!
Though our plant sale is open to everyone, we do our best to prioritize our neighbors in the Baxter neighborhood. Quantity limits on sales may be put in place based on availability.
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join us for our annual plant sale! This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a great cause, meet fellow garden and plant enthusiasts, and have fun while supporting Baxter Community Center!
Volunteers will be assisting with setting up and arranging plants, line control and ensuring a smooth flow of traffic, assisting with sales transactions and handling cash and helping with clean-up and tear-down after the event.
Volunteer Registration for 2025 Plant Sale Coming Soon.
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join us for our annual plant sale! This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a great cause, meet fellow garden and plant enthusiasts, and have fun while supporting Baxter Community Center!
Volunteers will be assisting with setting up and arranging plants, line control and ensuring a smooth flow of traffic, assisting with sales transactions and handling cash and helping with clean-up and tear-down after the event.
Volunteer Registration for 2025 Plant Sale Coming Soon.