Past Events & Classes

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…

Details: 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 this walk you may see several types…

Details: We're taking Member's Coffee to go! Join Horticultural Educator, Alejandro Lemus, for a morning of native plants and community. Learn about the Garden’s newest landscape transformation project at Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden. Partnering…

Details: Even the smallest acorn can make a giant impact! Enjoy a morning filled with family activities to honor these mighty trees that fill our neighborhoods and support life. Engage in stories, crafts and plantings to stop…

Details: Join us for a day trip to Santa Rosa Island - the second-largest island of the Santa Barbara Channel Islands. Participants will travel to Santa Rosa Island by boat from Ventura Harbor and will…

Details: Join PALMA Colectiva for The Nature Of Women a heartfelt celebration of International Women’s Month, on Friday, March 7th, from 10-11:30 am at the serene Island View Lawn. This special event is dedicated to…

Details: Join Master Yun for an introduction to traditional Tai Chi at the Garden. This class will cover the basic postures of Tai Chi and begin teaching the traditional form. It will include additional exercises…

Details: The California Native Plant Landscaper Certificate (CNPLC) is a hybrid hands-on and online learning program for vocational training designed for working and aspiring landscape professionals. Developed by experts in the field of native plant…

Details: As we move into the winter season, it's time to start thinking about maintenance and other seasonal considerations in your garden. We invite you to join us for a morning of learning about the…

Details: Help us beautify the Garden during community planting event. This activity is free with admission and all materials are provided. Meet by the Backcountry Ranger's Station. This opportunity takes place from 10:30 a.m. to…