Sensei and the Teahouse Management Committee welcome Garden visitors to observe a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. This demonstration will act as a live exhibit and celebrate the summer season in anticipation of fall. Tea will not be served at the demonstration. Time Demonstrations will last for 30 minutes and occur at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30…
Sensei and the Teahouse Management Committee welcome Garden visitors to observe a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. This demonstration will act as a live exhibit and celebrate the summer season in anticipation of fall. Tea will not be served at the demonstration. Time Demonstrations will last for 30 minutes and occur at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30…
Sensei and the Teahouse Management Committee welcome Garden visitors to observe a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. This demonstration will act as a live exhibit and celebrates the summer season in anticipation of fall. Tea will not be served at the demonstration. Time Demonstrations will last for 30 minutes and occur at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30…
Climate Change and Drought Extremes: Critical Perspective From Ancient Trees in California How is extreme drought in California connected to climate change and human activities? What can we learn about past and future climate using tree rings from old growth forests in California? In this presentation, Daniel Griffin, Ph.D., and dendrochronologist from the University of…
The evening – and the lecture series – is comprised of three presentations from Garden staff. First Presentation Insect biodiversity is important to maintain for the health of our environments, so please join to learn about what they do for us, and how you can help. Kylie Etter, the Garden’s conservation technician, is passionate about…
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden brings together native plant advocates, indigenous voices, film producers, and the community for an evening of short films followed by a discussion about the relationship between people and plants. We’ll explore questions like, “Why are native plants important?”, “What does being in partnership with plants mean?”, and “How can we work…
California’s Native Plants – Creating Habitat for Butterflies, Bees and Birds Do you ever find yourself looking at birds out the window? Are you fascinated by watching insects hop from plant to plant? This virtual lecture is for you! Join us for a presentation by the Garden’s Director of Education and Engagement, Scot Pipkin who…
Join birding expert Rebecca Coulter as she leads a group walk through the Garden for a morning of watching and listening for a variety of birds. During our walk we may see resident species, such as Dark-eyed Junco, Black Phoebe, Song Sparrow, and Spotted Towhee. We will watch for migrant species that may include the Western Tanager,…
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