Mission Garden: Agave Roast Pit Uncovering

This event is free. All gifts are appreciated—they help the garden grow. Come experience an agave roast and learn about these plants’ many uses! Members of the Kumeyaay tribe, led by Dr. Stanley Rodriguez, will demonstrate their methods of roasting agave hearts, then share samples of this sweet, unique food. Dr. Stanley Rodriguez, member of the Kumeyaay Santa Ysabel Band of the Iipay Nation, is an educator, language teacher, and tribal singer. He is an advocate for his community’s culture and traditions and serves in a number of advising and teaching roles in the San Diego and Native Kumeyaay communities. He has been President of Kumeyaay Community College since 2018. This event is in conjunction with the Agave Heritage Festival. Learn more about the festival at agaveheritagefestival.com