Urban Homestead

Official Urban Homestead project. Established 1985

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The Urban Homestead Project is located in the Pasadena, CA. Since 1985 the Dervaes Family have steadily worked at transforming their ordinary home into a homestead.

04/03/2026

Homestead Happenings: Theodore Payne Native Plant Tour - https://mailchi.mp/urbanhomestead.org/newsletter-8618721

04/01/2026

Homestead Happenings: Urban Homestead Provides Weekly Farm Boxes for Eaton Fire Families from Foothill Family Services - https://mailchi.mp/urbanhomestead.org/newsletter-8618699

03/24/2026

Homestead Happenings: Sourdough Bread & Natural Dye Workshop - https://mailchi.mp/urbanhomestead.org/newsletter-8618623

02/27/2026

Homestead Happenings - https://mailchi.mp/urbanhomestead.org/newsletter-8618343

01/29/2026

Thanks to the generous funding from and in partnership with , will be providing free farm boxes to families who have lost their homes or have been displaced by the Eaton Fire.

We’re committed to supporting our community during this time and helping bring fresh, nourishing food to those who need it most.

01/26/2026

Sunday, FEB. 1 2026
▪️9.30 AM-12 PM
▪️GARDEN WORKSHOP
▪️FREE ENTRY

After the Flames - Soil Bioremediation & Regenerative Recovery

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12/29/2025

Backyard Flocks. A single wild bird can spread bird flu and other diseases without looking sick – through droppings, contaminated feed and water, and other surfaces.

Here are simple steps on how to keep your flock and family safe:

Keep wild birds away from your coop and feed

Don’t share tools or equipment with other flocks

Don’t kiss or snuggle your birds

Wash your hands after handling poultry or eggs

Cook eggs and chicken thoroughly

Good flock care is community care!

Isolate sick birds and call the Sick Bird Hotline: (866) 922-2473

Learn more at ph.lacounty.gov/BirdFlu