Encinitas CA— Events and classes at the San Diego Botanic Garden for February and beyond.
Daily, NOW – April 2016, 9 am – 5 pm. 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 27 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. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/sculpture.htm
 
Tuesday, February 2, 2016, 9 am – 12 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDBG members $35; non-members $42.
Succulent Turtle Class. Take home a charming succulent turtle that you make yourself in this class taught by the SDBG Succulent Wreath Team. Fee includes materials. Students should bring small clippers or scissors to class. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm
 
Saturday, February 6, 2016, 1 – 3 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDBG Members: $22, non-members $26.
Kokedama Japanese Living Art Class. Kokedama is a traditional Japanese living art form where moss is used as a container for a plant. In this interesting and hands-on workshop, you will learn how to make your own living art piece by creating two kokedamas in two hours. Students will learn soil preparation, plant selection and use of indoor plants. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm
 
Saturday, February 20, 2016, 9 am – 1 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDBG Members: $80, non-members $96.
Build Your Own Hydroponic Spring Garden Class. Learn the principals of the hydroponic wick method by building your own sustainable garden to take home. Fee includes materials. Instructor: Alex Kallas of AgPALS. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm
 
Sunday, February 21, 2016, 9:30 am – 4 pm. San Diego Botanic Garden. 230 Quail Gardens Drive. SDBG Members: $70, non-members $84. Student supplied materials list available upon request.
Watercolor Flora Fusion – All Levels Class. Imagine and paint with watercolors in a very forgiving way. Work with some very contemporary, good vibe watercolor techniques that won’t complicate and stress you out. Instructor: Helen Shafer Garcia. Fee includes materials. Info: http://www.sdbgarden.org/classes.htm
 
Saturday, February 20, 2016, 9 am – 1 pm. 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, (6 on team) $138, (8 on team) $184; Member Family/Team (4 on team) $60, (6 on team) $90, (8 on team) $120.
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: http://www.sdbgarden.org/pawwalk.htm