Free Workshop · Alameda Backyard Growers
Peppers Galore
Growing, Tasting & Hot Sauce Making — minus the lore
John Story · Alameda Food Bank · Saturday, August 22, 2026 · 1–3 PM
If you need seeds please reach out — Instagram is better than email due to spam volume, but either work. Thank you!
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