Join Us for Workshops & Social Events!
Every month, we host hands-on workshops with local experts and friendly social events at our Grove Nursery plot. Topics vary, so there’s always something new to learn!
📅 Check out upcoming events below. Dates, times, and topics are subject to change. Want to stay in the loop? Sign up as a volunteer or contact us for updates!
Next Event: Potato Day
🍏 Potato day
Join us at the end of March to learn all about potatoes and help us plant them at Grove Nursery. Get hands-on experience and take home seed potatoes to grow your own!
📅 Saturday, 28th March 2026
🕚 Time to be confirmed
✨ Both events are family friendly with refreshments available.
📍 Location: TAMS, Grove Nursery, just off Hazledene Road, Aberdeen AB15 8LD
January: Ground clearing session
January is a good time to prepare the ground in our plot at Grove Nursery.
Date: 31st January
February: Learn About Composting
With spring around the corner, it’s the perfect time to get your compost ready for the growing season! Join us to see how we make compost on-site and learn the essentials of turning food and garden waste into nutrient-rich soil.
Date: 28th February
March: Potato Day
Join us at the end of March to learn all about potatoes and help us plant them at Grove Nursery. Get hands-on experience and take home seed potatoes to grow your own!
Date: 28th March
April: Seed sowing day
Join us this April to learn how to sow and grow healthy seedlings.
Date: 18th April
May: Planting out day
Join us in May to help us transplanting out our plants. Get hands-on experience and tips to give your plants the best start for the season ahead!
Date: 23rd May
June: Summer Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
Join us in June for a hands-on fruit tree pruning workshop! Learn the best techniques for summer pruning to keep your trees healthy, productive, and thriving.
Date: 27th June
July: Cooking demonstration!
Discover fresh ideas and inspiration for using your seasonal veg. Enjoy delicious tastings including veggie curry and fresh salads. Take home free recipe cards.Learn how to make the most of local produce from TAMS veg stall.
Chat with others who love growing, cooking, and eating local!
Date: 25th July
August: Seed saving workshop
August is the perfect time to learn the art of seed saving! Join us to discover how to collect, store, and preserve seeds, ensuring a thriving garden for the next growing season. 🌱✨
Date: 29th August
September: Annual team BBQ
September marks the end of the stall season. All the volunteers gather to celebrate the end of the season together around a good BBQ (with vegetarian option)
Date: 26th September
October: Apple Juice Making
Join us for a hands-on apple juice making session! Bring your own apples or help us harvest ours, then press them into fresh, delicious juice to share and enjoy. A fun, seasonal event for all ages! 🍏🍹
Date: 24th October
November: Bulb planting
Help us preparing next spring by planting bulbs of flowers and garlic. A great activity with kids!
Date: 14th November
December: Hot chocolate
Feeling the winter chill? Warm up with us at our hot chocolate day ! ❄️✨ Join us for a festive Christmas gathering filled with good company, sweet treats, and seasonal cheer!
Date: 19th December
