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SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000347-1775293200-1775307600@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000087-1775898000-1775912400@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000348-1775898000-1775912400@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000088-1776502800-1776517200@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000349-1776502800-1776517200@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000089-1777107600-1777122000@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000350-1777107600-1777122000@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000090-1777712400-1777726800@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000351-1777712400-1777726800@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000091-1778317200-1778331600@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000352-1778317200-1778331600@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000092-1778922000-1778936400@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000353-1778922000-1778936400@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000093-1779526800-1779541200@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000354-1779526800-1779541200@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000094-1780131600-1780146000@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000355-1780131600-1780146000@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000095-1780736400-1780750800@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000356-1780736400-1780750800@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000096-1781341200-1781355600@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000357-1781341200-1781355600@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000097-1781946000-1781960400@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000358-1781946000-1781960400@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000098-1782550800-1782565200@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000359-1782550800-1782565200@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000099-1783155600-1783170000@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-downtown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20251024T160200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170559Z
UID:10000360-1783155600-1783170000@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/events-sunset.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192130
CREATED:20240814T070755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T170810Z
UID:10000100-1783760400-1783774800@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-downtown/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Republic Square\, 422 Guadalupe St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T090000
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UID:10000361-1783760400-1783774800@sustainablefoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:SFC Farmers’ Market at Sunset Valley
DESCRIPTION:Sustainable Food Center Expands Free Cooking Classes from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® to Houston				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					The free\, 6-week cooking and nutrition course (offered in Spanish and English) provides groceries at each class.				\n				\n				\n				\n									HOUSTON\, Texas — Sustainable Food Center’s free nutrition education program The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre® (THK/LCA) is launching its first class series in the Houston market. The free\, 6-week class teaches participants how to enjoy local produce in simple\, affordable\, and culturally relevant dishes.   								\n				\n				\n				\n									Participants receive a bag of fresh ingredients at each class to practice recipes from the THK / LCA cookbook\, Fresh & Seasonal Recipes\, at home. Participants are encouraged to adapt THK/LCA recipes in order to manage their unique health needs and use ingredients that are seasonally and locally available. 								\n				\n				\n				\n									THK / LCA’s expansion into Houston is part of SFC’s statewide expansion of its programs supporting affordable access to local food for every Texan.  								\n				\n				\n				\n									“As one of the most diverse cities in the country\, with over 145 languages spoken and a food scene that reflects authentic cuisines from around the world\, Houston is a meaningful expansion for us\,” said Vanessa Beltran\, SFC Education Director. By establishing a presence [in Houston]\, we’re creating a training hub that will help us support new replication partners throughout the region.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									THK/LCA courses emphasize peer-to-peer learning through hiring class facilitators who previously took the course as participants and who have ties to the community where the class is offered. Peer learning is one way THK/LCA creates community networks that last long past the 6-week course 								\n				\n				\n				\n									“I have a 26-year journey with SFC’s THK/LCA program\,” said THK/LCA facilitator Claudia Pena. “In the very first class I realized that this was exactly what I needed… because I had a baby I wanted to feed in a healthy way. Then my second child was born and he immediately became part of the group\, since the program provides space to attend with children.” 								\n				\n				\n				\n					How to Participate				\n				\n				\n				\n									Classes are available with instruction in English or Spanish\, and walk-in participants are welcome to join the course during the first three classes. It’s free to register for the Spanish or English class options.  								\n				\n				\n				\n					About Sustainable Food Center				\n				\n				\n				\n									Sustainable Food Center (SFC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Austin\, Texas\, advancing food access across Texas through local\, community-driven solutions. Since 1975\, SFC has strengthened local food systems\, increased access to fresh and affordable food\, and supported small-scale farmers through education\, farmers’ markets\, and public policy. SFC is the statewide lead and implementor of Double Up Food Bucks Texas. 
URL:https://sustainablefoodcenter.org/events-calendar/sfc-farmers-market-at-sunset-valley-2/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Toney Burger Center\, 3200 Jones Rd\, Austin\, Austin\, 78745\, United States
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