What's Happening at the Arboretum
All events are open to the public and free, except as noted.
They are held in the Arboretum's Horticulture Building, unless otherwise stated.
The Arboretum is open daily for self-guided tours from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Scheduled Events:
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The Nature of Plants
Saturdays, 9:00-11:00 AM, Oct. 17 & 31, Nov. 21, Dec. 5 & 12.
A 5 session, 10 week course in plant biology taught by Dr. Matt Ritter. To learn more about the course, including registration information, please refer to the course syllabus. A flyer for the course can be seen here.
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Meeting of the Arboretum Associates Board
Wednesday, December 2, 5:00 pm, Horticulture II Building
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Norrie's Gift Shop Holiday Open House
Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6, 10 am to 4 pm
Holiday wreaths!
Decorations for the season!
Great gifts in all price ranges in stock!
Cookies and cheer!
All proceeds benefit the Arboretum!
Come on Saturday and join the 11 am tour.
Norrie's Gift shop is located just past the lower parking lot, near the entrance to the Arboretum.
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Guided Tour of the Gardens
Saturday, December 5, 11 am
On the first Saturday of each month, join a docent-led tour of the Arboretum. Meet at Norrie's Gift Shop at 11 am. Free with your Arboretum admission or membership.
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On-going events
First Saturday Tours
Join a docent-led tour on the first Saturday of the month. The tour is free with your Arboretum admission. Tours start at 11:00 in front of Norrie's Gift Shop. Upcoming tours are November 7, December 5, and January 2
Talks, Lectures, and Pot-lucks
Check the bulletin board in the Horticulture II building for announcements of up coming events. Scholars, staff, and volunteers present talks on wide-ranging topics.
On-going Volunteer Opportunities
Natives First Gardeners
This weeding group was formed to help with the Entrance Native Garden on Tuesday mornings at 9:00am. Enjoy a friendly group, and get involved in beautifying this ongoing project while enjoying the beauty of the California Native collection. Bring gloves, water, and sun protection.
Kiwi Gardeners
Join this weeding and pruning group that meets every Tuesday morning 9:30- 12:30. Get involved enhancing the beauty of the New Zealand garden. Bring gloves and smiles. We provide the Kiwi vibe. Hope to see you mate, cheers!
Aussie Weeders
This rowsing group gathers 9am on Thursday mornings. The Australian Collections beam from their attention, and our garden visitors enjoy laughter and joy that is the Aussie Weeders.
Succulent Wreath Making
New volunteers are sought to join this ongoing group. Succulent wreaths are made by volunteers and sold through Norrie's and the annual Wreath Sale in November, providing much needed support to the Arboretum. Learn how to make these lovely living creations. Most Wednesdays 10am-noon, but call to confirm instruction will be available, 427-2998.
