
Nature Sunday: Life in Extreme Environments
October 25, 2026, 10 am – noon While the places that humans can live are limited by our relatively delicate physiology, a wondrous variety of life exists under more extreme […]

October 25, 2026, 10 am – noon While the places that humans can live are limited by our relatively delicate physiology, a wondrous variety of life exists under more extreme […]

Second Class: November 2nd, 10:00 am - 11:30 am Learn how to observe and record what you see in nature at the SLO Botanical Garden! We are thrilled to share that we are a Heartland Vendor and are offering this class to all homeschool students. Private homeschool students are welcome to register and attend. The […]

November's Stargazing event is SOLD OUT! Keep an eye out for 2027! Explore the night sky with telescopes and guided viewing hosted by the Central Coast Astronomy Society. The 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 […]

🌿 You're Invited to Book Club at the Garden! 🌿 . Join us for a delightful discussion of The Landscaping Ideas of Jays What to Expect: 🌸 Thoughtful conversation about ecological gardening 🌸 Shared reflections and favorite passages 🌸 A peaceful garden stroll before the meeting for inspiration 🌸BYO Tea & Light Refreshments (bring your own […]


November 22, 2026, 10 am – noon Would you like to attract owls to your yard? Will they help you control rodents? Peggy Burhenn will talk about owls in SLO county and their habitat and behaviors. Having knowledge of their habits increases the ability to find them in wild places. She will discuss how to […]

Tickets are limited. Tickets are NON-refundable. Please review the following before purchasing tickets: ALL attendees 5 years and older must have TWO items to enter: 1) a ticket and 2) cookies (that meet the rules). Absolutely no exceptions (and no refunds). Children under 5 may attend Nature Lights 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 take home cookies, you must bring 3 dozen cookies. Absolutely no exceptions. Volunteer shift: 4pm - 8pm (we'll give you a break to enjoy cookies & Nature Lights!) Volunteer Activities: Set up: […]

Calling all Aspiring Youth Astronomers! Due to popular demand, a few more spaces have been added and applications are reopened for a short time! In partnership with the Central Coast Astronomical Society, and because of a generous grant offered by the Robert H. Janssen Foundation Youth & Youth Sports Fund, we are offering a FREE […]