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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.
We are honored to bring the community a profound meditation experience where the power of sound becomes your guide into deep relaxation and inner renewal. Our evening begins with an introduction to meditation and mindfulness, followed by a 45-minute guided sound bath meditation, and concludes with a closing ceremony designed to help you integrate and ground... Read More »
One hour. One journal. One peaceful garden to reconnect with what matters most.Every Wednesday in October 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Sign up for a single class or all five.Oct 1 - Savor the Harvest: Enjoying Seasonal ChangeOct 8 - Cultivating an Attitude of GratitudeOct 15 - We Gather Together: The Value of... Read More »
Celebrate the rich beauty of Fall using warm tones of fall foliage, seasonal blooms, and textural elements. You'll design a lush arrangement that captures the essence of the harvest.  Join Becky Bridger of Bexbloomz for this harvest exploration and tap your floral artistry. All materials are provided. $135 member | $150 non-member Purchase Tickets
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.
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.
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.
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 »
Join Alexandra Ito to learn how to create a lovely floral painting using pressed flowers. You will also learn how to embellish a frame using corrugated paper.Your completed framed artwork is five inches square. This lovely, unique artwork will make a beautiful addition to your home, holiday décor or gift. All instruction and materials are provided.... Read More »
Discover the timeless art of botanical illustration in the serene setting of Sherman Library & Gardens. In this engaging workshop, you’ll learn to see plants through an artist’s eye—observing shape, proportion, light, and shadow to create accurate and expressive drawings. We’ll cover foundational skills including, then apply these principles using the luminous medium of colored... Read More »
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.
In this mosaic class, mosaic a flower shaped bisque clay base and apply glass tiles to the form to create beautiful flowers. We supply a stake to display the new floral masterpiece in the garden. A grout kit provided to apply after adhesive cures. Bring snacks & beverages as no formal breaks are taken during the... Read More »
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 trio of pumpkins. Classes are designed for all levels of painter and non-painter. Each participant will take home their own charming painting. Member $40 | Non-Members $50 Register Now
Take a deeper look into the history of Irvine Ranch and discover the fascinating details that make this unique land quintessential to Orange County. Explore over 10,000 years of land use from local indigenous practices to examining the ranching era's impact on agricultural influences across the globe. Today, the majority of the ranch is set... Read More »
As Sherman looks to the Grow the Gardens with construction commencing in early 2026, we are proud to go outside our garden walls with a new initiative that brings art and community together in the heart of Corona del Mar. By transforming blank walls into vibrant, lasting murals, this program will enrich the village’s character, celebrate local... Read More »
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.
Create a show–stopping Thanksgiving centerpiece that brings nature, creativity, and seasonal charm to your holiday table. Join succulent artist Maritza Aguirre of Soulful Succulents for a hands-on wooden box centerpiece workshop inside the beautiful Sherman Library & Gardens.In this relaxing and festive class, Maritza will guide you step-by-step as you design a custom succulent centerpiece using a... Read More »
We are honored to bring the community a profound meditation experience where the power of sound becomes your guide into deep relaxation and inner renewal. Our evening begins with an introduction to meditation and mindfulness, followed by a 45-minute guided sound bath meditation, and concludes with a closing ceremony designed to help you integrate and ground... Read More »
This Thanksgiving floral workshop embraces Fall’s beauty with a rich autumnal color palette and seasonal bloomz. You will craft a stunning arrangement that captures the essence of Thanksgiving. Join Becky Bridger of Bexbloomz for this autumnal holiday and tap your floral artistry. All instruction and materials are provided. $135 member | $150 non-member Purchase Tickets
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.