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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 and taste some honey! Learn the difference between a worker bee, a drone and the Queen. Did you know that a honey bee comes from […]
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 […]
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 […]
Welcome to our first Nature Sunday - offered the 4th Sunday of each month at the SLO Botanical Garden. This series is free thanks to generous donors! Come be awed, […]
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 […]
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 […]
🌿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! […]
About the class: Create these whimsical 3-D Critters and Creatures in this fun class lead by glass artist, and our Executive Director, Janine Stillman. Using special wire designed to withstand […]
This Nature Sunday is all about rattlesnakes and what we can learn from spying on them. This interesting and free program will be led by Owen Bachhuber from Cal Poly. When […]
Event Overview: Dive into the delightful world of plants at our enchanting Family Day! Experience the captivating power of nature and uncover the secrets of herbs and plants through a […]
Celebrate Fall and the Autumnal Equinox - which occurs on 9/22 at 5:43am PST! David Gibbs will present a brief introduction to the sun and explain how its position in […]
This workshop is designed for beginning and intermediate photographers in a fun and beautiful garden setting. You'll learn to take more skillful outdoor photos, for everyday use, special occasions, and […]
Come visit the Garden and shop our plant nursery that is fully stocked with Mediterranean climate zone plants. During the week of 10/18- 10/25 Members will receive a 20% discount and a 10% discount will be applied for non-members during this semi-annual event. Please bring your membership card to receive your discount.
Look around you at the trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses - most of them started their life as a seed! Fall is a great time to look for seeds in […]
This class is filled - but if you're interested in this type of event, we'd love to have it be a regular offering. Please email Jen at jen@slobg.org and she'll […]
