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Stone steps with wooden railing surrounded by lush greenery.
November 17, 2022
Nature’s Medicines and the Case for Conservation: A docent tour

Details: This tour examines how California plants contribute to our well-being everyday and the Garden’s conservation mission:Research to understand biodiversity and how the collective health of habitats is achieved; How those habitats contribute to the economic, social, recreational, and healthy well-being of our human population; And, how the Garden provides these resources to research scientists,…

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Man standing beside wooden eagle sculpture in forest setting.
November 10, 2022
Presentation and Garden Walk with Local Composer, Cody Westheimer

Details: Join local composer Cody Westheimer as he gives an informal talk on his commission for the Santa Barbara Symphony. “Wisdom of the Water, Earth, Sky” premieres November 19th and 20th at the Granada. Cody will discuss how his connection with nature shaped the work. And how his collaboration with his friends Ernestine and Marianne…

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Curled vine tendril with green leaves and wooden fence.
November 5, 2022
Student Tea Session: Observation Opportunity

Details: Visitors are welcome to step inside the gates of the Tea Garden and observe while Sensei teaches her students the art of Chanoyu, Japanese Tea Ceremony. This is an opportunity for visitors to observe a private lesson. As the focus is on teacher and student, please enjoy silently. Practice will take place approximately from 9:30…

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Red autumn leaves on wooden trellis with blurred background.
November 5, 2022
Student Tea Session: Observation Opportunity

Details: Visitors are welcome to step inside the gates of the Tea Garden and observe while Sensei teaches her students the art of Chanoyu, Japanese Tea Ceremony. This is an opportunity for visitors to observe a private lesson. As the focus is on teacher and student, please enjoy silently. Practice will take place approximately from 9:30…

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Traditional Japanese tea house surrounded by lush green trees.
November 5, 2022
Student Tea Session: Observation Opportunity

Details: Visitors are welcome to step inside the gates of the Tea Garden and observe while Sensei (an instructor) teaches her students the art of Chanoyu, Japanese Tea Ceremony. This is an opportunity for visitors to observe a private lesson. As the focus is on teacher and student, please enjoy silently. Practice will take place approximately…

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Outdoor plant nursery with various potted plants and signs
October 28, 2022
Fall Native Plant Shopping | Member Exclusive | Sold Out

Details: Fall is the perfect time to plant California natives in your garden! Shorter days, cooler weather and winter rains all help roots to grow deep, ensuring better establishment to help get your plants through the longer growing seasons ahead. Our Fall Preview Event is back again! We’ve stocked up on a large assortment of…

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Green vine climbing wooden fence with shed in background.
October 7, 2022
Student Tea Session: Observation Opportunity

Details: Visitors are welcome to step inside the gates of the Tea Garden and observe while Sensei teaches her students the art of Chanoyu, Japanese Tea Ceremony. This is an opportunity for visitors to observe a private lesson. As the focus is on teacher and student, please enjoy silently. Practice will take place approximately from 9:30…

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Yellow building with wooden door, surrounded by trees and stones.
October 7, 2022
Student Tea Session: Observation Opportunity

Details: Visitors are welcome to step inside the gates of the Tea Garden and observe while Sensei teaches her students the art of Chanoyu, Japanese Tea Ceremony. This is an opportunity for visitors to observe a private lesson. As the focus is on teacher and student, please enjoy silently. Practice will take place approximately from 9:30…

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