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September 2018
Yerba Buena Work Party
Volunteer activities include weeding, planting, and general maintenance. Please wear closed-toed shoes, long pants and layers. The event will occur rain or shine. To RSVP, email recparkvolunteer@sfgov.org or call 415-831-6333. Every Wednesday, 12-3 p.m., Glen Canyon Park Learn more: glenparkassocation.org
Find out more »TEDx Los Gatos
CNPS Executive Director Dan Gluesenkamp will join other leaders in their fields for this TEDx event. His presentation will "Dare to end extinction."
Find out more »California Native Perennials, Vines and Shrubs for Sierra Foothill Gardens
Nancy Gilbert will share native perennials, vines, and shrubs that grow in our local region, as well as some from other areas of California, and the survival strategies of such species. Learn how to garden successfully with these types of native plants. Nancy was a co-owner of native bulb farm Far West Bulbs for many years.
Find out more »SacValley CNPS Fall Native Plant Sale & Art Market
As the loss of biodiversity becomes increasingly apparent and drought & climate change issues continue to affect our daily lives, native plant gardening is especially crucial. And now our gardening practices are changing as we begin to understand that native plants are not only beautiful, they are also essential components of our ecosystems and natural processes. By gardening with native plants — no matter where you live or how small or large your space is — you can help sustain…
Find out more »UC Naturalist Certification Course Fall 2018
Participants complete a 40+ hour hands on course with expert instructors and fellow learners -- studying natural history, environmental and conservation stewardship. Offering the option for 4 UC academic credits for an additional fee as well as discounts on future training opportunities.
Find out more »Fall Native Plant Sale & Art Market
A showcase of locally-created art and premium hand-crafted goods. This year's artisans include Coyote Brush Studios, Cassandra Nguyen Musto, Linnea Forte, and Julie Clements. Come enjoy the charming paintings, drawings, and sculpture of fine artists focusing on native California flora and fauna.
Find out more »Fall Native Plant Sale & Art Market
A showcase of locally-created art and premium hand-crafted goods. This year's artisans include Coyote Brush Studios, Cassandra Nguyen Musto, Linnea Forte, and Julie Clements. Come enjoy the charming paintings, drawings, and sculpture of fine artists focusing on native California flora and fauna.
Find out more »‘The Re-Generation of Gardens’
‘The Re-Generation of Gardens’ is a presentation inspired by the synthesis of garden design and nature’s inspiration, emulating organic processes. Shawn Maestretti, principal landscape architect of SMGA weaves together the importance of regenerative garden practices, the beauty of climate appropriate plants, and hands on tips for garden enthusiasts who want to deepen their connection to the soil, their gardens, and to nature. An elegant solution emerges when we imagine and develop resilient gardens where humans and nature can grow and…
Find out more »CNPS SCV Monthly Member Plant Sale
This is the last Members sale before our CNPS Santa Clara Valley Native Plant Sale in October. Shop early, avoid the crowds and save! Unlike the public October sale, prices at members sales include tax. An updated inventory will be published the week before the sale on cnps-scv.org In addition to plants, we'll also have t-shirts and "Native Plants Live Here" signs. Due to limited resources, the Monthly Member Sale days are open to CNPS members only. Join/renew online or at…
Find out more »Yerba Buena Work Party
Volunteer activities include weeding, planting, and general maintenance. Please wear closed-toed shoes, long pants and layers. The event will occur rain or shine. To RSVP, email recparkvolunteer@sfgov.org or call 415-831-6333. Every Wednesday, 12-3 p.m., Glen Canyon Park Learn more: glenparkassocation.org
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