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SUMMARY:Little Acorns - Fall 2026 Wednesdays!
DESCRIPTION:Play\, learn\, and grow with our morning playgroup on Wednesday mornings! Join for games\, songs\, crafts and garden exploration. Most importantly\, make connections with nature and with other families at the SLO Botanical Garden. This program is geared toward children 0-5 and their parents. Older siblings are welcome! \nFall Session Wednesdays (09/23/26-11/11/26) from 9:30am – 11:30am \nSession #1 09/23/26 \nSession #2 09/30/26 \nSession #3 10/07/26 \nSession #4 10/14/26 \nSession #5 10/21/26 \nSession #6 10/28/26 \nSession #7 11/04/26 \nSession #8 11/11/26 \n \nCost: $60 for this 8-week long session along with current SLO Botanical Garden Membership. One registration per family. \nInstructions for registration: This program is for SLOBG members with an additional cost of $60 per 8-week session. If you need to purchase or renew a membership\, you can do so here and then follow the instructions below to register. If you’d like to apply for a scholarship\, please email: faith@slobg.org by August 24th. Based on the number of requests and available funding\, the final number of scholarships/partial scholarships will be determined on Tuesday\, 09/01. Because Little Acorns tends to fill to capacity each season\, a few spots have been saved. If you are DEFINITELY interested in attending\, we recommend registering in advance to reserve your spot. Any received scholarship funding can be applied and refunded mid September. \nThis year\, we are inviting one to two parents to support Molly\, Lead Acorn instructor\,  as Little Acorn assistants. This requires a commitment to attend all sessions and support Little Acorns leads with set up\, circle time and breakdown. Little Acorn assistants are eligible for waived registration fees. If this is of interest to you\, please email: faith@slobg.org. \nAbout Your Instructors:  \nMolly Paulick \n \nI’m a local artist and mom to James (5)\, Rosie (2)\, and a baby on the way due in August. \nI started Little Acorns when James was 18 months old as a way for us to explore the outdoors together while meeting other families who wanted to slow down\, connect with nature\, and build community. Since then\, it has grown into something so special—a joyful place where families can play\, learn\, and make lasting memories together. \nMy hope is that through Little Acorns\, you and your children will experience the magic of the outdoors\, the wonder of seasonal stories\, songs\, and crafts\, and the warmth of meaningful friendships—all in the beautiful setting of the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden. \nI’m so glad you’re here\, and I can’t wait to explore alongside you! \n—— \nEmma Fay \n \nI’m mama to Auri (2) and stepmom to Cy (15). I love yoga\, dancing\, and singing silly songs. I work as a coordinator for CAPSLO Teen Wellness programs. \nI grew up brewing berry potions\, jumping into leaf piles\, and swimming in the sea—and I still happily dunk into any body of water\, no matter how cold. Getting outside is my go-to parenting cure-all. \nI’m so excited and honored to be co-facilitating Little Acorns this season and can’t wait to spend time with you and your little ones in the garden. \n \nWe are thrilled to have Molly & Emma at the garden! Please email: faith@slobg.org with any questions.  \nWe look forward to seeing you in the Garden!
URL:https://slobg.org/event/little-acorns-fall-2026/
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SUMMARY:Little Acorns - Fall 2026 Tuesdays!
DESCRIPTION:Play\, learn\, and grow with our NEW morning playgroup on Tuesday mornings! Join for games\, songs\, crafts and garden exploration just like our Wednesday group. Most importantly\, make connections with nature and with other families at the SLO Botanical Garden. This program is geared toward children 0-5 and their parents. Older siblings are welcome! \nFall Session Tuesdays (09/29/26-11/17/26) from 9:30am – 11:30am \nSession #1 09/29/26 \nSession #2 10/06/26 \nSession #3 10/13/26 \nSession #4 10/20/26 \nSession #5 10/27/26 \nSession #6 11/03/26 \nSession #7 11/10/26 \nSession #8 11/17/26 \n \nCost: $60 for this 8-week long session along with current SLO Botanical Garden Membership. One registration per family. \nInstructions for registration: This program is for SLOBG members with an additional cost of $60 per 8-week session. If you need to purchase or renew a membership\, you can do so here and then follow the instructions below to register. If you’d like to apply for a scholarship\, please email: faith@slobg.org by August 24th. Based on the number of requests and available funding\, the final number of scholarships/partial scholarships will be determined on Tuesday\, 09/01. Because Little Acorns tends to fill to capacity each season\, a few spots have been saved. If you are DEFINITELY interested in attending\, we recommend registering in advance to reserve your spot. Any received scholarship funding can be applied and refunded mid September. \nThis year\, we are inviting one to two parents to support Dina\, our new Lead Acorn instructor\,  as Little Acorn assistants. This requires a commitment to attend all sessions and support Little Acorns leads with set up\, circle time and breakdown. Little Acorn assistants are eligible for waived registration fees. If this is of interest to you\, please email: faith@slobg.org. \nThis new Little Acorns group is led by Dina Overland. We’re thrilled to have her at the Garden! \nAbout Your Instructor: \n \nHi\, I’m Dina! \nI’m so excited to be leading a new session of Little Acorns! I love being outdoors and seeing the world through children’s eyes. I spent much of my son’s childhood exploring nature alongside him. And I have run a local nonprofit’s nature immersion program for young children (with plenty of support for their social-emotional growth and sensory needs) for several years. \nA few fun facts about me: I think sunsets are magical\, snails are my favorite animals\, the beach and the desert are my happy places\, and wildflower patches are where I happily lose track of time. I love backyard birding\, gardening\, and admiring red-tailed hawks soaring high overhead. \nI can’t wait to explore alongside your little ones—whether we’re searching for bugs\, listening to birds\, or noticing the plants and flowers around us. Let’s slow down\, get curious\, and have fun connecting! \n \nPlease email: faith@slobg.org with any questions. We look forward to seeing you in the Garden!
URL:https://slobg.org/event/little-acorns-fall-2026-tues/
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SUMMARY:10.7.26 Founders Tour with Eve
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCome on out and get your questions answered! Meet new people and learn great tips and tricks for having a stunning water-frugal garden. \nMembers can tour for free! Enter code: MemberTen \nTour fee includes admission to the Garden for non-members.
URL:https://slobg.org/event/10-7-26-founders-tour-with-eve/
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SUMMARY:Member's Happy Hour - October
DESCRIPTION:Birds of the Central Coast\nFriday\, October 16\n5 pm to 7 pm \nJoin the team from the Morro Bay Bird Festival Team and Morro Coast Audubon Society for a look at the Birds of the Central Coast – and a sneak peek of what’s on tap at this year’s festival. \nFree for members and their guests!\nGet a ticket below or RSVP:  admin@slobg.org
URL:https://slobg.org/event/members-happy-hour-october/
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SUMMARY:Family Free Day: Boo-tanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:👻🎃 Join us for a spooktacular day at the Boo-tanical Garden 🎃👻 \nThis is a free day for kids\, families\, and adults\, so pack a lunch & stay for the day! \nEnjoy nature crafts\, a trick or treat scavenger hunt\, and more 👀 \nCostumes encouraged! \nWe hope to see you there – no ticket or registration needed. \nWhile everything is free\, your donation will help us support future free programs for families. We thank you for making events like these possible! \n*Please Note: There is a $5 entry fee to El Chorro Regional Park. Bring cash for speedy entry!*
URL:https://slobg.org/event/free-day-boo-tanical-garden/
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SUMMARY:Holiday Succulent Pumpkins
DESCRIPTION: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 will be provided for everyone\, but if you have any succulents growing in your yard\, feel free to bring cuttings to share. Anyone aged 13 and up is welcome to participate! \nThis workshop will take place in the retail nursery. Please bring water\, dress in layers and wear sunblock. In the case of rain or extreme winds\, the workshop will be held the Oak Glen Pavilion. \nMembers enjoy $10 off. Please use the following code at check-out: Member10off \nNote: There is a $20 materials fee. Please bring cash to pay the instructor on the day of the class. Thanks! \nNote: There is a $5 entry fee to enter El Chorro Regional Park. Bring cash for speedy entry!
URL:https://slobg.org/event/holiday-succulent-pumpkins/
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SUMMARY:Fall Fused Glass Class!
DESCRIPTION: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 hands-on\, fun\, and creative way to spend your morning and you’re sure to come away with a treasure that can be displayed in your garden.\n\nMembers will get $10 off at registration with the code: MemberTen\n\nPlease Note: there will be a $50 materials fee\, payable in cash directly to Janine on the day of the class.  (includes glass and metal display stake). FYI – Janine is holding a different glass project in the photo below. A photo of the fused glass panel is on our website (that you clicked on).\n\n\n\nIn addition to being the Executive Director of the SLO Botanical Garden\, Janine owns and operates Designs by Ja9 Glass Studio. She’s a local expert and has taught classes around the world and offers glass fusing classes for all levels of expertise. For more information about “Designs by Ja9”\, please see:  Designs by Ja9 – Fused Glass\, Jewelry and Gifts
URL:https://slobg.org/event/fall-fused-glass-class/
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SUMMARY:Astronomy Night & Stargazing at SLO Botanical Garden with Central Coast Astronomical Society
DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with telescopes and guided viewing hosted by the Central Coast Astronomy Society. \nThe evening begins at 5:00 pm with a live astronomy presentation\, where CCAS astronomers will guide you through the night sky and introduce objects we will observe that night. Then we’ll head outside to the telescope area for guided stargazing our friendly astronomers. \nHow far can we see with a telescope? This month we’ll explore some of the most impressive sights in the November sky\, including open star clusters in Auriga\, globular clusters in Pegasus\, distant galaxies\, glowing nebulae\, the Double Cluster in Perseus\, and the spectacular rings of Saturn! Whether you’re new to astronomy or a seasoned skywatcher\, this is a fun event for all \nGuests are encouraged to arrive on time\, since the indoor presentation sets the stage for the telescope viewing and helps make the outdoor observing more meaningful. CCAS astronomers will provide telescopes; guests are welcome to bring binoculars and their sense of wonder. \nThis program is rain or shine. If clouds roll in\, we’ll move the experience indoors with engaging astronomy activities\, demonstrations\, and night-sky exploration for attendees ages 7 and older. Clear skies or not\, we’ll learn something new and enjoy an evening immersed in the wonders of the universe. \nAdmission is $10 per person\, and advance reservations are required. \nStar Party Etiquette and Guidelines \nTo help everyone enjoy the night sky\, please avoid white lights after dark and use only minimal red light when necessary. Alcoholic beverages\, smoking\, and vaping are not permitted near the telescopes or stargazing areas. \nPlease wear sturdy shoes\, as we’ll be walking around telescope equipment in low light. For safety\, children must stay with their adult and follow telescope instructions. This program is recommended for ages 7 and older. \n* Please note: El Chorro Regional Park charges a $5 day-use fee to enter the park from March through October. Please carpool when possible and have cash ready to help expedite park entry. *
URL:https://slobg.org/event/astronomy-night-stargazing-at-slo-botanical-garden-with-central-coast-astronomical-society/
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