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Sherman Library & Gardens offers an inspired line-up of classes and events every month for you to enjoy! With offerings ranging from wellness workshops and children’s activities, to floral design classes, lectures in the library, and plant shows, there is something for everyone to experience.
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Floral Workshop: Fourth of July Arrangements
Floral Workshop: Fourth of July Arrangements
Design a Fourth of July-themed floral arrangement bursting with patriotic spirit. Bexbloomz, in collaboration with Sherman Library & Gardens, will supply vibrant blooms and instruct you how to design a festive display for your holiday table. All instruction and materials are provided. Fee: Members $125 Non-members $135 Purchase Tickets
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The Garden Revealed
The Garden Revealed
Ever wonder about the inner workings of horticulture at Sherman Library and Gardens? Come explore the gardens with one of Sherman’s horticulture staff. Learn more about the designs, maintenance, and variety of plants we work so hard to display. Each tour will focus on highlights at that time and will be led by a different... Read More »
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Little Seedlings Story Time – CANCELLED
Little Seedlings Story Time – CANCELLED
Explore nature through the wonderful world of books. Join us every Friday at 10am as we share our favorite stories, picture books and poems. Free of charge for preschool children and their caregivers.
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7th Annual “Shape-Up at Sherman Gardens” Summer Fitness Series
7th Annual “Shape-Up at Sherman Gardens” Summer Fitness Series
Mondays from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pmJuly 7 through August 25, 2025 Featuring: “Happy Hour Abs & Booty” every Monday from July 7 to August 25, 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Includes a spirited social time with complimentary food, beverage and live music from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Hosted by Shape-Up Health Club, these popular classes are... Read More »
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Beginners Acrylic Family Class: Sea Turtles on The Beach
Beginners Acrylic Family Class: Sea Turtles on The Beach
Join us for a morning of painting as you’re instructed through a beginner painting on canvas using acrylic! This month, we get into the summer spirit with these sea turtles on the beach! The perfect painting to make with your kids! Each participant will take home their very own painting! All ages are welcome and Pre-traced canvases will... Read More »
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Workshop: Garden-Themed Birdhouses
Workshop: Garden-Themed Birdhouses
Join Alexandra Ito to learn how to use painting, decoupage, and embellishment techniques to make your own unique, garden-themed birdhouse. Your birdhouse, which is 8 ½ inches tall, will make a beautiful addition to your home or patio, or it can be given as a gift. This fun, relaxed class takes place in the outdoor... Read More »
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Little Seedlings Story Time
Little Seedlings Story Time
Explore nature through the wonderful world of books. Join us every Friday at 10am as we share our favorite stories, picture books and poems. Free of charge for preschool children and their caregivers.
Workshop: Beach Glass Terrariums
Workshop: Beach Glass Terrariums
Welcome to the Glass Succulent Beach Terrarium event at Sherman Library & Gardens! Join us for a fun-filled day of creating your very own beach-themed terrarium, rocks, shells, sand, and stones. Learn how to design and assemble a beautiful terrarium using glass containers and a variety of succulents. Our expert Maritza Aguirre from Soulful Succulents will... Read More »
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Ask a Master Gardener! Integrative Pest Management – Managing Pests with Environmentally Sound Methods
Ask a Master Gardener! Integrative Pest Management – Managing Pests with Environmentally Sound Methods
Do you have a question? Ask a Master Gardener! University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Master Gardeners are volunteers who extend research-based knowledge and information on home horticulture, pest management, and sustainable landscape practices to the residents of California. The Master Gardeners will be at Sherman Library & Gardens every second Sunday of the month... Read More »
Family Sunday Fundays
Family Sunday Fundays
Experience the beauty and magic of Sherman Library & Gardens after hours this summer! Starting in June, the Gardens come alive after hours with an exciting lineup of ongoing programming for all ages. Whether you're sipping wine at sunset, painting among the flowers, enjoying live music, or bringing the whole family for a picnic at... Read More »
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Kids Summer Camp at Sherman
Kids Summer Camp at Sherman
July 14 - July 18, 2025 Come spend the week with us in the gardens. Enjoy the outdoors, have fun, and make new friends and memories. Camper Benefits: Ignite the senses through hands-on exploration. Build critical thinking skills through observation, data collection, and summarization. Exposure to science AND art through immersive activities, experiments, games, and... Read More »
Mosaic Workshop: Birdbaths/Feeders
Mosaic Workshop: Birdbaths/Feeders
Join David Jarvinen, Mosaic Artist to learn to create mosaic birdbaths/feeders using broken dishes. The dishes used in class are already broken down and can be used much like tiles. Learn about using thinset to adhere and grout kits provided to apply once adhesive cures (24hrs). Mix patterns and solids to create one-of-a-kind addition to... Read More »
7th Annual “Shape-Up at Sherman Gardens” Summer Fitness Series
7th Annual “Shape-Up at Sherman Gardens” Summer Fitness Series
Mondays from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pmJuly 7 through August 25, 2025 Featuring: “Happy Hour Abs & Booty” every Monday from July 7 to August 25, 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Includes a spirited social time with complimentary food, beverage and live music from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Hosted by Shape-Up Health Club, these popular classes are... Read More »
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The Garden Revealed
The Garden Revealed
Ever wonder about the inner workings of horticulture at Sherman Library and Gardens? Come explore the gardens with one of Sherman’s horticulture staff. Learn more about the designs, maintenance, and variety of plants we work so hard to display. Each tour will focus on highlights at that time and will be led by a different... Read More »
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Little Seedlings Story Time
Little Seedlings Story Time
Explore nature through the wonderful world of books. Join us every Friday at 10am as we share our favorite stories, picture books and poems. Free of charge for preschool children and their caregivers.
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Plant-O-Rama Sale
Plant-O-Rama Sale
Plant-O-Rama returns to Sherman Library & Gardens! This retro-event debuted in 1972 and continues to be a community favorite. Get information from several California-based plant societies about flowers and shrubs that would make a great addition to your garden. This event will feature rare species and heirloom varieties for sale. Plus, Sherman Library & Gardens... Read More »
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Member Mondays: How Does the Sherman Carnivorous Bog Work?
Member Mondays: How Does the Sherman Carnivorous Bog Work?
Southern California can be an excellent environment for cultivating carnivorous plants, but they can be picky! The Sherman Library & Gardens bog successfully displays these unique plants, but there are steps necessary to create such a garden. Learn how to design a bog garden in our climate and the challenges of installation and maintenance. Members... Read More »
7th Annual “Shape-Up at Sherman Gardens” Summer Fitness Series
7th Annual “Shape-Up at Sherman Gardens” Summer Fitness Series
Mondays from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pmJuly 7 through August 25, 2025 Featuring: “Happy Hour Abs & Booty” every Monday from July 7 to August 25, 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Includes a spirited social time with complimentary food, beverage and live music from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Hosted by Shape-Up Health Club, these popular classes are... Read More »
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Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Enjoy the gentle benefits of movement, breath, and nature in our beautiful healing gardens! Designed for all levels and abilities, this practice offers seated poses that promote flexibility, balance, and relaxation, while having fun and getting fit. You'll enhance everyday movement and mood by bringing home what you learn. Ideal for anyone recovering from injury,... Read More »
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Introduction to Drawing & Botanical Illustration: Adults Only
Introduction to Drawing & Botanical Illustration: Adults Only
Are you inspired by the beauty of Sherman Gardens? Come and learn to draw it! In this new class local art instructor, Brenda Benveniste, will give you the basic tools and techniques to draw some of the exquisite flowers and foliage you will find in the garden. Inspired by the stunning patterns and intricate natural designs of botanical... Read More »
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Fuchsia Flowers: The Art and Science
Fuchsia Flowers: The Art and Science
Are you looking for a beautiful flower you don’t have to water? Celebrate spring at Sherman and become inspired by our beautiful fuchsia collection. Join Debra Mauzy-Melitz from the Coastal Bonsai Club as we blend art and science to make a fuchsia flower out of crepe paper. Learn about the different parts of a flower... Read More »
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Little Seedlings Story Time
Little Seedlings Story Time
Explore nature through the wonderful world of books. Join us every Friday at 10am as we share our favorite stories, picture books and poems. Free of charge for preschool children and their caregivers.
Watercolor Class: Hummingbird
Watercolor Class: Hummingbird
Join local artist Erna Van Dyk as she teaches you how to see and paint color and simple shapes. This month Erna takes inspiration from a hummingbird. Classes are designed for all levels of painter and non-painter. Each participant will take home their own charming painting. Register Now
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Watercolor Class: Red Poppies
Watercolor Class: Red Poppies
Join local artist Erna Van Dyk as she teaches you how to see and paint color and simple shapes. This month Erna takes inspiration from red poppies. Classes are designed for all levels of painter and non-painter. Each participant will take home their own charming painting. Register Now
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Family Sunday Fundays
Family Sunday Fundays
Experience the beauty and magic of Sherman Library & Gardens after hours this summer! Starting in June, the Gardens come alive after hours with an exciting lineup of ongoing programming for all ages. Whether you're sipping wine at sunset, painting among the flowers, enjoying live music, or bringing the whole family for a picnic at... Read More »
1 event,
7th Annual “Shape-Up at Sherman Gardens” Summer Fitness Series
7th Annual “Shape-Up at Sherman Gardens” Summer Fitness Series
Mondays from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pmJuly 7 through August 25, 2025 Featuring: “Happy Hour Abs & Booty” every Monday from July 7 to August 25, 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Includes a spirited social time with complimentary food, beverage and live music from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Hosted by Shape-Up Health Club, these popular classes are... Read More »
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Outdoor Sunset Sound Bath
Outdoor Sunset Sound Bath
We are honored to be able to grace your community with a powerful meditation experience that harnesses the elements of music to guide you into a transformative relaxation experience. Our evening includes an introduction to meditation and mindfulness, a 45 minute guided sound bath meditation, and a closing ceremony to integrate your journey. Imagine being surrounded... Read More »
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Little Seedlings Story Time
Little Seedlings Story Time
Explore nature through the wonderful world of books. Join us every Friday at 10am as we share our favorite stories, picture books and poems. Free of charge for preschool children and their caregivers.
After Hours at the Garden
After Hours at the Garden
Experience the beauty and magic of Sherman Library & Gardens after hours this summer!Starting in June, the Gardens come alive after hours with an exciting lineup of ongoing programming for all ages. Whether you're sipping wine at sunset, painting among the flowers, enjoying live music, or bringing the whole family for a picnic at dusk,... Read More »
Workshop: Garden-Themed Birdhouses
Little Seedlings Story Time
Chair Yoga
Fuchsia Flowers: The Art and Science
Watercolor Class: Red Poppies
