Encinitas CA— Events and classes at the San Diego Botanic Garden for February 2017 and beyond:
Saturday, February 18, 8am – 12pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Members: Adult $32, Adult Member/Rancho Coastal Humane Society (RCHS) Volunteer $21; Youth $21,
Youth Member/RCHS Volunteer $14; Family/Team (4 on team) $92 – $120 (depending upon the team size).
5K Paw Walk in the Garden. Once a year, San Diego Botanic Garden opens the gate to our furry friends and their families. Dogs are encouraged to bring their owners to enjoy the 5K walk as well as pet products, doggie treats, people food and other great items for dog lovers. The walk is limited to 2 dogs per person. Vaccinated and well-behaved dogs only. No dogs in heat.
Info: www.sdbgarden.org/pawwalk.htm 760-436-3036
Daily, NOW – March 31, 9am – 5pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, Ecke Building, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Free with paid admission or membership.
Garden Tapestries from Ramses Wissa Wassef Art Center in Giza, Egypt. For the FIRST TIME WORLD-WIDE, the garden-themed tapestries from the Rameses Wissa Wassef Art Center in Giza, Egypt will be on display in a prominent public garden. The Egyptian artists in this exhibit vividly celebrate the flowers of the desert, villages and Nile River in their work. These tapestries are available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds going to benefit the Garden.
Info: www.sdbgarden.org/artshows.htm target=”_blank” 760-436-3036
Daily, NOW – April 2017, 9am – 5pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Free with paid admission or SDBG membership.
Sculpture in the Garden. This unique exhibition showcases sculptures from 32 talented artists – including renowned local artist James Hubbell – set against the beautiful backdrop of the San Diego Botanic Garden. Take a self-guided tour with the Garden’s Sculpture Map. These beautiful pieces of art are available for purchase to display in your own garden, with a portion of the sale going to support San Diego Botanic Garden.
Info: www.sdbgarden.org/sculpture.htm target=”_blank” 760-436-3036
Saturday, February 11, 1 – 3 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDBG Members: $40, non-members $48.
Tropical Garden Zentangle Class. You’ve seen the adult coloring books… now make your own! If you can draw a circle or straight line this art is for you. Zentangle is also a healing art. As you engage in it, you’ll focus and have a sense of well-being.
Info: www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm target=”_blank” 760-436-3036
Sunday, February 12, 9am – 4pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDBG Members: $93, non-members $109.
Translucent Stitched Color Pencil Book. Working with color pencil on vellum is beyond fun! Come learn this simple book technique to create, draw and stitch while blending color, ink, collage and paint on 2 different, but compatible, surfaces.
Info: www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm target=”_blank” 760-436-3036
Saturday, February 18, 9am – 3pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDBG Members: $65, non-members $78.
Succulent Wreath Class. Take home a beautiful succulent wreath you make yourself. Taught by the SDBG Succulent Wreath Team. Students should bring small clippers or scissors to class.
Info: www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm target=”_blank” 760-436-3036
Tuesday, February 21, 9am – 12pm. San Diego Botanic Garden, 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDBG Members: $45, non-members $54.
Succulent Bunny Class. Take home a succulent bunny you make yourself. Taught by the SDBG Succulent Wreath Team. Students should bring small clippers or scissors to class.
Info: www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm target=”_blank” 760-436-3036