Tuolumne Together
Spearheading an initiative to bring tools for collective dialogue and civic collaboration to Tuolumne County.
Because all of us are smarter than any of us.
Open Dialogue
Invite broad participation with respectful, structured conversation.
Collective Insight
Surface areas of agreement and move from noise to clarity.
Sierra Mutual Aid
Sierra Mutual Aid connects neighbors across the Sierra foothills to share resources, organize support, and respond to local needs through direct community care. Their work complements the Tuolumne Together vision by strengthening trust, resilience, and practical solidarity.
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Upcoming Community Events
Wonderful World of Weeds
Sierra Mutual Aid
Sat, Apr 18, 12:00 PM - Sat, Apr 18, 2:00 PM
Learn to see weeds in a new light and manage them with less stress and more intention in this outdoor class at Dambacher Family Farm. Discover the hidden benefits weeds offer in your garden and ecosystem, and simple, low-effort ways to manage them at any scale. Understand what weeds really are and their purpose in your soil. Explore practical strategies to turn weeds into assets and reduce problem weeds long-term. This class is for gardeners interested in working with their environment rather than battling against it. Limited spots available; RSVP required. Scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. It takes place at 14740 peaceful valley rd, Sonora.
14740 peaceful valley rd, Sonora
Tuolumne County Master Gardener Annual Plant Sale
Sierra Mutual Aid
Sat, May 2, 9:00 AM - Sat, May 2, 1:00 PM
The UC Master Gardeners invite you to their annual plant sale at the Master Gardener Demo garden. This event offers a variety of plants suitable for all types of gardens and plant lovers. Vegetables Herbs Perennials Succulents Trees House Plants Pollinator-Friendly Plants Attendees are encouraged to bring their own boxes. Purchases are cash or check only. Scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. It takes place at Master Gardener Demo garden at Cassina High School, 251 Barretta St. Sonora, CA. For more information call (209) 533-5696
Master Gardener Demo garden at Cassina High School
251 Barretta St. Sonora, CA
News
Latest Tuolumne Together News
Announcing Sierra Mutual Aid
Feb 12, 2026
We are proud to announce the launch of Sierra Mutual Aid - a new community-driven platform built to support neighbors across the Sierras.
Tuolumne Together
Intense Encounter At Purge the Pedos Protest
Feb 9, 2026
Sonora, CA — There were multiple protests in Sonora on the Second Saturday of February 7, 2026 and a notable encounter I witnessed at one of them. About 30 gathered at the four corners of Greenley and Mono Way in what the organizer of that protest says will be a weekly event every Saturday in to the future. There were at least a dozen protestors on the Highway 108 overpass with “No ICE.” and the “U.S. is not ok” signs. There were also 20 protesters at Courthouse Park in Downtown Sonora
Laurie Sylwester
Grassroots Digital Democracy for Tuolumne County
We believe our community is strongest when the wisdom of many guides the decisions that shape our lives. Grassroots governance means listening deeply, learning together, and creating space for meaningful participation—right here in Tuolumne County.
This initiative aims to bring proven, accessible digital tools to our community to support open dialogue and civic collaboration. These tools help neighbors share ideas, set priorities, weigh choices, and work together on the issues that affect our daily lives—locally, transparently, and respectfully.
In a time of growing division, grassroots governance offers another path: one rooted in connection, shared responsibility, and collective wisdom. By strengthening how we listen and decide together, we strengthen our democracy from the ground up.
Join us in building a Tuolumne County where participation is real, voices are heard, and decisions reflect the needs and values of those affected.
Get Inspired: Digital Democracy in Action
Building a Thriving, Self-Sufficient Community
Tuolumne Together is a community-driven group dedicated to building resilience, fostering mutual aid, and nurturing a regenerative economy in Tuolumne County. Our mission is to create a thriving, sustainable bioregional economy that supports local cooperative enterprises, strengthens community connections, and ensures the well-being of everyone in our area in deep alignment with the ecosystem of which we are a part.
Whether you're a local farmer, artisan, maker, builder, care giver, steward, educator, or healer, Tuolumne Together is your space to connect, share ideas, and work toward a stronger, more united Tuolumne County.
Let's build a resilient future the only way we can—together!
Through collaboration, innovation, and shared resources, we aim to adapt to challenges, care for one another, and build a future where everyone can flourish—and where hate cannot take root.