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  • Soul & Soil: Prenatal and Postnatal Gatherings / Spring Session

    San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

    Program:  The Soul & Soil program is designed to support and nurture the spirit of those experiencing their pre-birth and post-birth journey. This is a place for inclusivity, peace, and connection […]

    $50.00
  • Ladybug Festival

    Free Family Day!  Join us for our Ladybug Festival! Learn about the importance of ladybugs to the conservation of plants as well as some fun facts about this that you […]

  • Garden Groove Drum Circle

    San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

    “Garden Groove” is a monthly connection-building drum circle which focuses on gathering to play drum for the sheer joy and FUN of it, while creating meaningful connections with each other. Absolutely NO previous musical/drumming experience is necessary, even if you think you have no rhythm! If you have been curious about drumming or a drum […]

    $22.00
  • CANCELED- Art in the Garden Opening Reception & Plant Sale Members Preview

    San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

    Due to the predicted storm conditions, we have made the difficult decision to cancel all events related to Art in the Garden and Plant Sale this weekend (3/29-3/31). We will be extending our plant sale discount all week in the Nursery! (3/30-4/6) 10% Non-members/20% Members Please bring your membership card to receive your discount.

  • CANCELED- Art in the Garden

    San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

    Due to the predicted storm conditions, we have made the difficult decision to cancel all events related to Art in the Garden and Plant Sale this weekend (3/29-3/31). We will be extending our plant sale discount all week in the Nursery! (3/30-4/6) 10% Non-members/20% Members Please bring your membership card to receive your discount.

  • Forage & Dye a Bandana – A Class for Kids

    San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

    We'll forage for local flora while learning about the environment and the garden. Then, we'll turn our plant treasures into a physical memory imprinted on an organic cotton bandana that you can take home. You'll be amazed at the results of your creative collaboration with nature! Join Kathleen Adams Olsen, from Water's Edge Fiber & […]

    $42.00
  • Forage for Botanical Dyes & Create a One-of-a-Kind Silk Scarf

    San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

    This class is a dive into the creative process of botanical dyeing. You'll be introduced to the art form, see some examples, and venture into the garden to forage a variety of plants. Then, we'll turn found treasures into a physical memory imprinted on a beautiful 12 x 56-inch silk crepe scarf.  You'll be amazed […]

    $40.00
  • Family Free Day – Celebrate our Beautiful Oak Trees!

    It's Family Free Day - and you're invited! In the Children's Garden, we'll be celebrating our amazing Oak Trees! There will be crafts and activities, child friendly learning opportunities and fun for the whole family. It's Sunday morning and the rain has stopped. We're here and hope you'll join us! If the rain starts up […]

  • Oaktopia – Oaks & our Changing Climate – CANCELLED

    CANCELLED (We're expecting heavy rains on Saturday and Sunday!) The Oaktopia program, featuring Dave Muffly, will focus on oak trees for planting in California gardens and along our streets. We'll talk about the adaptation of native oaks for our changing climate, the critical role played by oaks in supporting biodiversity, and then have a look […]

    $14.00
  • Sound Healing and Nature Meditation – to Celebrate Earth Day!

    In this beautiful celebration of Earth Day, you’ll be "bathed" with sounds from alchemy crystal bowls, Koshi chimes, and other sacred instruments. Sound healing helps us embody happiness and peace. Sharing space in community in a garden setting is also a great way to celebrate nature. Come join us for this unique experience. After sound healing, […]

    $22.00
  • Qi Gong for Less Stress & More Energy

    San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

    In this class, Holly will guide you through gentle movements and breathing exercises in a standing position (no mat needed). Qi Gong is for all ability levels - from athletes to seniors. It can help lower your stress, boost your energy, increase your flexibility, help with anxiety, and improve chronic pain. You'll feel relaxed and […]

    $21.00
  • Faerie Festival!

    Faerie Festival is a family FREE day event here at the SLO Botanical Garden - on Mother's Day, May 12th, from 10am to 3pm. Please join us to celebrate the moms in our life and the magic in all of us! Costumes are encouraged - and wings, wands, and crowns will be available to purchase […]

  • Free Family Day – Honey Bees & Butterflies

    Please join us to learn about Monarch butterflies and honey bees in the Children's Garden during Free Family Day! Meet local honey bees close up in a special observation hive […]

  • Little Acorns Summer Session – FULL

    San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

    Summer Session: Wednesdays (only): June 19 to August 14th, 2024 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Cost: $55 for this 9-week session *Current Garden Membership required Program: Play, learn, and grow […]

    $55.00
  • Sea Glass and Wire Wrapped Jewelry

    In this class, your instructor Joan Fee will teach you how to take sea glass and create a beautiful necklace and pierced earrings using a wire wrapping technique. You'll start […]

    $45.00
  • Free Family Day – Garden Railroads

    All aboard for Free Family Day featuring trains from the Central California Coast Garden Model Railroad Society! We'll have lots of outdoor model railroads on display and even a few […]

  • Nature Sunday: Taking a Likin’ to the Lichens of SLO County

    🌿Welcome to Nature Sunday at SLO Botanical Garden!🌿 Please note: this class is FULL. If you'd like to be on the waiting list, please email Jen at jen@slobg.org - thanks! Join us every 4th Sunday of the month for a thrilling journey into the wonders of nature, completely free thanks to our amazing donors. Prepare […]

    Free
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