Events

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 […]

Learn more about becoming a charter member of our new Garden group - The Garden Collective - where connection, learning, and support intersect. We'll enjoy tea, treats, and a few bubbles! There is no charge for this event, though you will need to be a member of the Garden to join the Collective. Garden party […]

Butterfly enthusiast Pat Brown will introduce you to the amazing world of butterflies. She will discuss the importance of native plants to the survival of butterflies as their populations are declining. Come and learn about the fascinating lives of these beautiful insects. After the presentation if there is an interest, we can walk around the […]

🌿 You're Invited to a Book Club at the Garden! 🌿 Join us for a delightful early evening at the botanical garden as we come together to discuss Suzanne Simard's "When the Forest Breathes." 🌸 What to Expect: • Thoughtful conversation about ecological gardening • Shared reflections and favorite passages • A peaceful garden stroll […]

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 […]

What is sand? Where does it come from? What is it made of? How does it get to beaches? Each grain of sand started millions of years ago deep in the earth. The sand on each beach is like a fingerprint — it’s unique to the particular beach where you find it. Take a virtual […]

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 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 […]

Nature Sunday: Taking a Likin' to the Lichens of SLO County August 23, 2026, 10am – 12 noon Join Michael Mulroy for an overview of our regional lichen biota and their important contributions to habitats and ecosystems. His presentation will cover what lichens are, their structures and habitats where they are found.  After a slide […]

Join birding experts Robbie Revel and Karen Watts for an engaging session designed to sharpen your birdwatching skills and give you a sneak peek at the species you’re likely to encounter in as the Fall migration begins at the SLO Botanical Garden.  This interactive presentation features slides, videos, live demonstrations using the Merlin Bird ID […]

September 27, 2026, 10 am – noon Join Gretchen Renshaw, assisted by Barb Renshaw and Jeff Reifel, for a talk and workshop on soils and plant nutrition with special attention to the California native plants of the Franciscan Complex, and the plants of serpentine soils and other niches. Gretchen Renshaw is a horticulturist and teacher. […]

Tickets are limited. Tickets are NON-refundable.  Please review the following before purchasing tickets: ALL attendees 3 years and older must have TWO items to enter:  1) a ticket and 2) a whole cake (that meets the rules).   Absolutely no exceptions (and no refunds).  Children under 3 may attend for free, but are not allowed in […]

Volunteer Tickets are limited.  Please review the following: There is no charge for a ticket, but if you want to participate and get cake, you must bring a whole cake (that meets the rules below).  Absolutely no exceptions.   No pets (except service animals). Cake Rules (again, no exceptions!) - Cakes must be at least 8” […]

👻🎃 Join us for a spooktacular day at the Boo-tanical Garden 🎃👻
Enjoy nature crafts, a trick or treat scavenger hunt, and more 👀 This is a free day for kids, families, and adults, so pack a lunch & stay for the day!

Celebrate the fall season with a beautiful hand-made succulent pumpkin to decorate your home or to give as a gift! Led by artists, Jayne Devencenzi and Kathy Stewart, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to make a unique living succulent pumpkin that can last throughout the fall season and beyond. Succulent cuttings and pumpkin […]