upcoming events and workshops

save the ugly music festival
Jun
14

save the ugly music festival

saturday, june 14th

ugly details

join we.grow.eco, ArtWalk Santa Fe, and Reunity Resources on saturday, june 14, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Reunity Resources in Santa Fe for an unforgettable evening that celebrates creativity, community, and sustainability.

saturday, june 14th
1829 San Ysidro Crossing, Santa Fe, NM 87507
4:00 - 8:30 PM

event highlights

live music: groove to the rhythms of local bands and musicians, bringing vibrant energy to the summer evening.

artwalk santa fe: stroll through a curated selection of local artists and makers showcasing their unique creations.

food trucks & drink vendors: savor delicious offerings from a variety of food trucks and quench your thirst with beverages from local drink vendors.

farm stand: support local agriculture by purchasing fresh, seasonal produce directly from the farm stand.

clothing swap: refresh your wardrobe sustainably by participating in the clothing swap—bring items to exchange and find new treasures.

paper making station: experience the art of paper making with we.grow.eco, transforming recycled textiles into beautiful handmade paper.

art activities: engage in hands-on art projects suitable for all ages, fostering creativity and community connection.


additional information:

admission: $15 per person; children under 12 enter free.

beverages: bring your own beverages to enjoy responsibly.


come together with friends, family, and neighbors to celebrate the longest day of the year with art, music, and sustainable living.

thank you for the special support from:

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Holiday Journal Making Workshop
Dec
21

Holiday Journal Making Workshop

join we.grow.eco in this exclusive 3-hour workshop to create a one-of-a-kind journal using upcycled paper waste and locally sourced cotton textile waste.

our instructors will guide you through the building, binding, and design process, ensuring each journal is as unique as its maker.

In celebration of the holiday season, participants will have access to we.grow.eco’s handmade cotton paper, available only twice a year during select workshops. this special paper, crafted from upcycled cotton textiles, will fill your custom journal, making it a perfect holiday gift or personal keepsake.

whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, this workshop offers a hands-on experience in sustainable art that blends creativity with eco-conscious practices. don’t miss this opportunity to make something truly special!

please bring any scrap paper you would like to include in your holiday journals!

class is $80 per person with 2 first come first serve scholarship options.

register by clicking the link below:
https://forms.gle/YxT7Rh9vCVgTtyFP8

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EVFAC Holiday Journal Making Workshop
Dec
14

EVFAC Holiday Journal Making Workshop

join we.grow.eco in this exclusive 3-hour workshop to create a one-of-a-kind journal using up-cycled paper waste and locally sourced cotton textile waste.

our instructors will guide you through the building, binding, and design process, ensuring each journal is as unique as its maker.

in celebration of the holiday season, participants will have access to we.grow.eco’s handmade cotton paper, available only twice a year during select workshops. this special paper, crafted from up-cycled cotton textiles, will fill your custom journal, making it a perfect holiday gift or personal keepsake.

whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, this workshop offers a hands-on experience in sustainable art that blends creativity with eco-conscious practices. don’t miss this opportunity to make something truly special!

please bring any scrap paper you would like to include in your holiday journals!

class is $80 per person with 2 first come first serve scholarship options.

register by clicking the link below:
https://www.evfac.org/classes/holidayjournals-chauncey

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paper making workshop
May
12
Community & Education, workshops

paper making workshop

join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll transform cotton clothing waste into pulp then into unique sheets of creativity. whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, come unleash your inner artist as we explore vibrant hues and textures together. grab your apron and let’s make some memories— and paper!

what you’ll learn:

  • building a deckle mold

  • prepping pulp

  • dying & additives

  • making paper

  • drying process

  • ideas for use of handmade paper

please note: students 16 years of age and up can be unaccompanied; ages 12-15 must have a guardian also enrolled in the class. minors must have parental permission and signed waiver (ask us).

no experience necessary! all materials included.

about the instructor: chauncey foster is a human who grew up in virginia beach. he has a tight-knit and loving family. he is interested in challenging anthropocentrism and ideologies that implicitly fuel authoritarianism. he finds eusocial communities (such as ant colonies) fascinating and inspiring. he studied biology in college, and since graduating has worked in both conservation (leading, managing, and supporting youth conservation crews around the american west) and outdoor education (facilitating and coordinating experiential education programs at a residential outdoor school). in 2019, he walked across the u.s. picking up trash with locals along the way. following the walk, he rooted in northern new mexico to continue building the we.grow.eco project.

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