Explore different nature topics at the Gardens: 9/6- Powerful Pollinators Learn about beautiful pollinators and how to protect their habitat. 9/20- Web of Life How is a log and hawk connected? Learn how an ecosystem stays in balance. 10/4- Plant Life Cycle Plants change as they grow. We will focus on a favorite fall plant. 10/18- Fall Colors Have you ... Read More
In this workshop, families will enjoy painting landscapes in acrylic! Laura Surace will demonstrate a simple layering technique in acrylic paint as well as talk about color mixing and composition. All materials included – canvas and paint will be provided. Be sure to wear a smock or your “paint clothes”! Take one or both sessions as each workshop will be ... Read More
Kaiser Permanente will be providing health screening free to the community in the main Smith-Gilbert Gardens parking lot. Kaiser will provide biometric screening for blood pressure, blood sugar levels, body mass index, and cholesterol levels. Receive a coupon after your health screening for discount admission into the Gardens.
Come explore the garden and learn from Master Naturalists during our Saturday Nature Walks! These family nature walks will take place every Saturday in September and October. Topics will range from wildlife to plants. Walks start at 11:00 AM and end at 11:45 AM.
Learn how to mix and layer acrylic paints to create a landscape with depth and richness. There will be a demo along with individual instruction. All materials included-canvas and acrylic paints will be included with the workshop. Acrylics stain clothing so dress appropriately! Take one or both sessions as each workshop will be different. Pre-registration required. Register today!
A gentle flow yoga class is appropriate for all ages, abilities, fitness levels, and body types. This class is designed to de-stress, and release tightness and tension in the body and mind through conscious breathing, gentle movement, and stretching. Pre-registration required. Purchase tickets!
We have one more special Dog Day at the Gardens on October 28- It’s a Doggie Day Halloween Parade! Bring your pup (and yourself) in your Halloween costume for a parade at Smith-Gilbert Gardens. We’ll have a special prize for the most creative costume. The parade will begin at 10 AM in front of the main house. Be sure to ... Read More
Come explore the garden and learn from Master Naturalists during our Saturday Nature Walks! These family nature walks will take place every Saturday in September and October. Topics will range from wildlife to plants. Walks start at 11:00 AM and end at 11:45 AM.
Led by Bonsai Curator Rodney Clemons 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch 12 noon – 1 p.m.) Open to visitors; included with garden admission Rodney Clemons visits Smith-Gilbert Gardens on the 2nd Saturday of each month (some exceptions as noted on the events calendar) to oversee, evaluate, care for, and prune the Gardens’ bonsai collection. Along with a small group ... Read More
Led by Bonsai Curator Rodney Clemons 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch 12 noon – 1 p.m.) Open to visitors; included with garden admission Rodney Clemons visits Smith-Gilbert Gardens on the 2nd Saturday of each month (some exceptions as noted on the events calendar) to oversee, evaluate, care for, and prune the Gardens’ bonsai collection. Along with a small group ... Read More
