ROOTED IN RIVERBEND: CLOSING THE FOOD LOOP
Rooted in Riverbend: Closing the Food Loop brings neighbors together through local food, wellness, and sustainability. With free workshops on cooking, gardening, composting, walking clubs, and fresh food access, this project offers hands-on ways to connect and grow a healthier community.
2026 SCHEDULE & DETAILS COMING SOON
ABOUT THE PROJECT:
Rooted in Riverbend: Closing the Food Loop is part of the Healthy Community Zones Initiative to cultivate food sovereignty and community resilience in Detroit's Riverbend neighborhood. Through hands-on workshops, CSA distribution, composting programs, cooking classes, and community events, this project aims to increase food access, improve health outcomes, and build stronger neighborhood connections.
The program is a collaborative effort led by Sanctuary Farms and supported by partners including Taste the Local Difference, Sacred Spaces, EcoSphere Organics, and Alkebu-lan Village.
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CSA DISTRIBUTIONS
Rooted in Riverbend connects neighbors through fresh food and wellness through community supported agriculture (CSA). Pick up your free produce and take part in building a healthy food system.
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COOKING CLASSES
Learn how to cook healthy, delicious meals with local ingredients you can access right in your neighborhood.
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COMPOSTING CLASSES
We’re empowering neighbors to turn food scraps into soil through community composting and hands-on learning. Learn how to compost at home and contribute to community composting efforts.
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GARDENING WORKSHOPS
Rooted in Riverbend helps neighbors grow their own food and knowledge through monthly gardening events at Sanctuary Farms. Join monthly gardening workshops with Parker Jean to gain hands-on experience growing food, managing plants, and saving seeds.
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WALKING CLUB
We’re bringing people together for healthy habits, fresh air, and connection—join the weekly walking club. Stay active and connect with neighbors during weekly walking meetups, held every Saturday morning.
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BLOCK PARTIES
Rooted in Riverbend hosts a day of food, fun, and connection—celebrate with us at the community block party! Celebrate community with an afternoon of food, learning, and fun! Enjoy cooking demos, compost workshops, and a bee class.
