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SUMMARY:Nature Sunday: Surprising Sand and Sediment
DESCRIPTION: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 walk on the beach and then examine grains of sand from local and far-flung beaches through a microscope and answer your questions. Join Robbie Revel and learn all about it! \nRobbie has always had a love of nature and science and an insatiable curiosity. She had a 48- year teaching career in high school science and was Director of Quest in Science\, an elementary hands-on science program in LA. Retired and active in the volunteer community\, she loves to share her love of nature with others. She regularly conducted workshops called Saturday Science at the Museum of Natural History before COVID and is presently serving on the board of the Morro Coast Audubon Society as Field Trip Chair and actively leading bird walks. \nFree registration includes attendance at Nature Sunday and covers garden admission for the day.|Pre-registration is encouraged \nPlease Note: El Chorro Regional Park charges a $5 day use fee from March thru October on Fridays\, Saturdays\, Sundays and Holidays. \n 
URL:https://slobg.org/event/nature-sunday-surprising-sand/
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SUMMARY:8.5.26 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/8-5-26-founders-tour-with-eve/
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SUMMARY:Family Free Day: Scaly Safari
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on August 9th from 10am to 2 pm for our almost monthly Family Free Day. August’s “Scaly Safari” is sure to be fun for ALL! \nTell your families\, tell your friends\, your friends’ friends: garden admission is waived so pack a picnic and stay for the day! This is an all ages event. Dogs on leash are welcome. \nThere will be crafts and educational activities in our Children’s Garden. The retail nursery\, home to our selection of self-propagated native plants well suited for the Central Coast’s Mediterranean climate\, will be open for business. Stroll through our “Fire Safe” garden and hike the hill up to the “Human Sundial” or simply meander through our main “Display Garden.” \nPlease note: there’s a $5 fee to enter El Chorro park. Having cash will speed up park entry!
URL:https://slobg.org/event/family-free-day-scaly-safari/
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T100000
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SUMMARY:Summertime 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\, paid 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/summertime-fused-glass-class/
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SUMMARY:Nature Sunday: Taking a Likin' to the Lichens of SLO County
DESCRIPTION:Nature Sunday: Taking a Likin’ to the Lichens of SLO County \nAugust 23\, 2026\, 10am – 12 noon \nJoin 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 presentation there will be a walk around the garden area to look for and at lichens. \n \nMichael moved to San Luis Obispo County in 2019 to pursue an M.S. in Biological Sciences at Cal Poly\, which he completed in February 2023 as a member of the Geolecology Lab headed by Professor Nishi Rajakaruna. His M.S. research focused on lichen communities of serpentine rocks and soils. Prior to his SLO life\, he spent six years working as a biologist in the San Francisco Bay Area\, and more recently completed two years of service as a Peace Corps Volunteer in beautiful Panamá. Michael currently works locally as a Biologist for Althouse and Meade\, Inc. and continues to plug away at lichen identification and community ecology research. When he is not admiring lichens\, Michael enjoys reading\, birding\, and being in the ocean.
URL:https://slobg.org/event/nature-sunday-taking-a-likin-to-lichens-slo-county/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T100000
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SUMMARY:Intermediate and Beginning Birding Workshop & Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION: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 app\, and a variety of bird mounts to help illustrate key identification techniques. You’ll get hands-on practice with making observations\, using binoculars and field guides\, and discovering valuable resources to support your continued birding journey. The session is easy to follow and family-friendly\, though it’s best suited for participants aged 9 and up. \nAfter a short lunch we will embark on a Guided Bird walk around the gardens and we will help you practice your skills. \nBring binoculars if you have them. We will have a few loaner binoculars and a variety of guidebooks to assist you. \nBring a lunch\, snacks\, and bottled water. Dress for the weather. Your class fee gives you access to the Garden all day. \nWe offer a $5 discount for SLO Botanical Garden members. Please enter “member5off” at checkout. Enjoy! \nAbout your Morro Coast Audubon Society Instructors: \n \nRobbie Revel has always had a love of nature and science and an insatiable curiosity. She had a 48-year teaching career in high school science and was Director of Quest in Science\, an elementary hands-on science program. Retired and active in the volunteer community\, she loves to share nature and her passion for birds with others. Robbie is the Executive Director of the Morro Bay Bird Festival and serves on the board of the Morro Coast Audubon Society as Field Trip Chair and actively leading bird walks. \n \nKaren Watts has a bachelor’s degree in Biology from UCSB and a master’s degree in science education from Cal State East Bay. She is a former molecular biologist and high school science teacher. When she moved to the Central Coast she re-invented herself as a naturalist and has never looked back. She enjoys the best of two worlds\, living part time on the Central Coast and part time at her mountain retreat in north Georgia. She is active in education programs for students of all ages and is a Morro Coast Audubon walk leader. Her special passion is teaching new birders about the tools they need to feel comfortable birding and to improve their birding skills.
URL:https://slobg.org/event/intermediate-and-beginning-birding-workshop-guided-walk/
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SUMMARY:Astronomy Night & Stargazing at SLO Botanical Gardens with Central Coast Astronomical Society
DESCRIPTION:Join the Central Coast Astronomical Society for a beginner-friendly Astronomy Night at the SLO Botanical Garden. \nThe evening begins at 7:00 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. \nThrough telescopes\, guests may see seasonal highlights such as globular star clusters\, colorful double stars\, different types of nebulae\, and other deep-sky objects\, depending on sky conditions. Targets include star clusters in Pegasus\, nebulae in Sagittarius and Lyra\, open clusters in Scorpius\, and multi-colored double stars in Cygnus. \nOur astronomers will help guests understand what they are seeing and answer questions along the way. Whether you’re brand new to astronomy or already love looking up\, this will be a fun and welcoming night under the stars. \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\, and guests are welcome to bring binoculars and their sense of wonder. \nThis is a free event\, but reservations are required. A suggested $10 donation is appreciated to support the Garden. \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. \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-gardens-with-central-coast-astronomical-society-3/
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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:Cake-a-palooza
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are limited. Tickets are NON-refundable.  Please review the following before purchasing tickets: \n\nALL attendees over 3 years of age 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 the cake-cutting area.\nNo pets (except service animals).\n\nCake Rules (again\, no exceptions!)\n– Cakes must be at least 8” in diameter and 3” high.\n– Cakes can be any flavor or style.|\n–  Dress (your cake) to impress.  Bake (or buy) us your best.  This is your chance to show off your best baking and decorating skills.  We love a Costco cake as much as the next person\, but this is not the time for that.|\n–  Bring a card or a sign listing your cake’s ingredients.  If your cake has or doesn’t have allergens (gluten\, nuts\, dairy\, eggs) – let us know that too.\n–  Cakes should be on a board\, plate\, or stand (no pans or trays). Bring your own server. Make sure everything is labeled!! \nEvent Rules:\n–  Cakes should be in place by 10:45 am\n–  There will be 15 minutes for cake viewing and picture taking before cake-cutting chaos ensues.\n–  Everyone gets a randomly assigned wristband at check-in.  When cake-cutting time starts\, we’ll pull a color at random\, and that group will have 5 minutes to get cake!!! We’ll keep going until all groups have had a turn. Cake permitting\, you will be allowed one re-entry after all groups have had a turn. If there is cake remaining — we’ll let people return.\n– Cake chaos will begin at 11:15 am (ish!). \nMore Info:\nWe’ll have tables and chairs set up on the terraces and picnic tables throughout the garden. You are also welcome to bring your own blankets and choose a spot!\nYou can bring water bottles\, small coolers\, and/or picnic baskets. Outside alcohol is not permitted.\nWe’ll have beverages for sale\, including the Garden’s signature Lavender Lemonade\, Iced Tea\, and Mimosas!
URL:https://slobg.org/event/cake-a-palooza/
LOCATION:San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden\, 3450 Dairy Creek Road\, San Luis Obispo\, CA\, 93405\, United States
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