Encinitas CA— Events and classes for November at San Diego Botanic Gardens.
Daily, NOW – April 2016, 9 am – 5 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Free with paid admission or membership.
Sculpture in the Garden. This unique exhibition showcases sculptures from 42 talented artists set against the beautiful backdrop of the San Diego Botanic Garden. Take a self-guided tour with the Garden’s Sculpture Map. All sculptures are for sale and a portion goes to benefit the Garden. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/sculpture.htm
Daily, NOW – November 20, 9 am – 5 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. Ecke Building. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Free with paid admission or membership.
1st Annual Chinese Brush Painting Society Exhibit & Sale. Enjoy (and purchase!) these exquisite, original Chinese brush paintings made by members of the San Diego Chinese Brush Painting Society, a group that has been painting together for more than 35 years. The public is invited to attend the opening reception on Sunday, November 8 from 2-4 pm. The opening reception is free with paid admission or membership to the Garden. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/events.htm.
Sunday, November 8, 10 am – 11 am. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Members $30/ Non-members $36.
Watershed Gardens: Retain Rainwater and Reduce Runoff Pollution. Learn how to design a landscape or transform your existing landscape into a watershed garden that will retain precious rainwater, reduce runoff pollution and help to save our watersheds and oceans. Taught by Landscape Designer Morgan Vondrak. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm.
Saturday, November 14, 10 am – 11:30 am. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Class open to San Diego Botanic Garden Members ONLY. RSVP to Stasi Kubrock via email skubrock@sbdgarden.org.
SDBG MEMBERS ONLY – Chickens and Your Garden. Become a member of the San Diego Botanic Garden and come to a free Members Only class where you can learn the basics about raising chickens in your backyard. And meet the Garden’s new hens! You will also find out how chickens can impact your garden. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm
Saturday, November 14, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDBG Members: $59/Non-Members: $71.
Abstract Nature Photography. During this 4-hour workshop, students will depart from reality by using nothing but their creative eye and imaginations. Using a variety of techniques, including unique camera angles, slow shutter, macro, zoom, repeating patterns and textures, learn how to transform ordinary objects of nature into works of art. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm
Sunday, November 15, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Members $65; Non-Members $78.
Farmer’s Market Watercolor. Create a still life based on colorful farmer’s market produce. Learn how to set up a small still life and spend a delightful day embracing watercolor techniques and exploring layering color, washes and glazes. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm
Tuesday, November 17, 9 am – 2 pm, San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. Members $45; Non-Members $54.
Succulent Mushroom Class. Create your own unique miniature succulent mushroom for your garden or table. Forms and succulents are provided. Please bring small clippers for this easy, clever garden design workshop. Taught by the SDBG wreath team. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm
Saturday, November 28, 10 am – 12 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDB Garden Members: $70/Non-members: $84.
Laundry to Landscape: How to Install a Greywater Irrigation System. Learn how to turn your laundry waste into a resource again by irrigating your garden and saving up to 50% on your water bill. This system is low-cost, legal without a permit, and a lot of fun to build. Taught by instructor Greg Bullock. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm