Garden Events

First Thursday with CEC and Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

Instructor
Community Environmental Council & The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Location
CEC's Environmental Hub
Date
May 7, 2026
Time
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Native plant signage and plants line up planters on city street for SB Botanic Garden transformation project
Details

Join the Community Environmental Council (CEC) and the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden for an evening celebrating native plants and local biodiversity. Enjoy a short film, a panel discussion, and guided tours of the new State Street planters, along with light refreshments. As the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden marks its 100th anniversary — celebrating a century as the first U.S. botanic garden dedicated exclusively to native plants — this event will highlight the importance of native plant stewardship and share opportunities to get involved. Come learn, connect with your community, and discover how you can help grow a more resilient, climate-ready California.

Pricing:

This event is free, please RSVP to secure your spot.

Location

CEC’s Environmental Hub: 1219 State Street Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

Photo: Emily Hart-Roberts Photography
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