Join our Executive Director, Janine Stillman, to create a beautiful fused-glass panel for your garden, which can be displayed in a metal stand that is provided. This class is for everyone, including those with no experience. Techniques for cutting glass will be presented as well as lots of inspiration for interesting designs. This is a […]
Free for Members! The SLO Botanical Garden in collaboration with the Morro Coast Audubon Society presents a bird walk exploring the unique relationship between birds and botany. Plant lovers and bird watchers will learn about this delicate and interconnected relationship, from pollination to seed distribution to nesting and shelter. Susie Reddy and Faylla Chapman will […]
Learn about the microscopic life that is hidden beneath the waves and is crucial to all of life on Earth. We will explore the diversity of the marine plankton community, what factors keep it in balance, and the critical role it plays in ocean ecosystems. As a group, we will be using a video microscope […]
Enjoy a morning of quiet observation, sketching and inspired curiosity about plants, pollinators and all the natural beauty that thrives at the SLO Botanical Garden. This experience will be guided by Mary Sturm of the Central Coast Nature Journal Club. No experience required. Participants will need to bring their own blank, lined journal and a […]
Please join us in June for "Buzzing Beauties," our almost monthly Family Free Day, where we will focus on our local pollinators (bees, birds, butterflies, bats, beetles and moths). Tell your families, tell your friends friends, garden admission is waived so pack a picnic and stay for the day! This is an all ages event. […]
A presentation about California’s wildfires, including the state's unique topography, weather and fuels that cause them. The building industry, fire hazard mapping and fuel hazard reduction will be discussed along with information about the SLO County Community Fire Safe Council. Participants will visit SLO Botanical Garden's Fire Safe demonstration garden. About the Instructor: Bob Neumann […]
Join us for an enriching cultural and spiritual experience in the form of a profound visual mediation offered as part of a special opening weekend highlight for the three-week Central Coast tour of seven revered Tibetan Scholars/Monks from the Drepung Gomang Monastery. Enjoy a mesmerizing demonstration of sand drawing as the Tibetan Monks create a […]
Join SLOBG founder and Mediterranean plant expert, Eve Vigil, for a behind-the-scenes tour of the SLO Botanical Garden. Eve may talk about the Garden’s history, what’s in bloom, important maintenance, interesting and unique plants, or whatever most interests the group. Come on out and get your questions answered! Meet new people and learn great tips […]
Join us for a unique sound healing experience being "bathed" with sounds from alchemy crystal bowls, Koshi chimes, and other sacred instruments. After the sound bath, participants will enjoy a guided walking meditation through the Garden amongst the trees, flowers, and creatures. Instructor Bio: Jamie, of Harmonic Holistics, is a full-time sound healing practitioner, specializing in […]
Please join us in July for our almost monthly Family Free Day. On July 13th, the Children's Garden will showcase "The Garden Express" where we will explore model trains on […]
Enjoy a morning of quiet observation, sketching and inspired curiosity about plants, pollinators and all the natural beauty that thrives at the SLO Botanical Garden. This experience will be guided […]
With cell phones and apps, today’s world is truly at your fingertips. Join us in diving into apps and programs that make it easier to explore the outdoors, learn about […]
Join SLOBG founder and Mediterranean plant expert, Eve Vigil, for a behind-the-scenes tour of the SLO Botanical Garden. Eve may talk about the Garden’s history, what’s in bloom, important maintenance, […]
Please join us on August 10th from 10am to 2 pm for our almost monthly Family Free Day. August's "Scaly Safari" is sure to be fun for ALL! Tell your […]
Enjoy a morning of quiet observation, sketching and inspired curiosity about plants, pollinators and all the natural beauty that thrives at the SLO Botanical Garden. This experience will be guided […]
Native bees come in all sizes and colors. Just like us, they are attracted to the mild climate and diverse flowers of the central California coast. Biologist Cindy Roessler will share colorful up-close […]
Join SLOBG founder and Mediterranean plant expert, Eve Vigil, for a behind-the-scenes tour of the SLO Botanical Garden. Eve may talk about the Garden’s history, what’s in bloom, important maintenance, […]
Soon the fall migration will begin and migratory birds will descend on the SLO Botanical Gardens. Be ready! Join birding experts Robbie Revel and Karen Watts for an engaging session […]
Please join us from 10am to 2 pm for our almost monthly Family Free Day: The Secret Life of Plants. It's sure to be an epic adventure through the Garden […]
September is a good time of year to think about seeds: what produces them, what they look like, where to find them and when to plant for the next year. […]
