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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 Cactus. Classes are designed for all levels of painter. Each participant will take home their own charming painting.

Come and enjoy the Dog Days of Sherman summer art in the garden exhibition of world-famous artist, Elizabeth Laul Healey!Experience Hazeltine’s Afternoon Tea at The GardensHazeltine’s Afternoon Tea is an exquisitely curated garden experience at Sherman Library & Gardens and a first glimpse into what is to come from the future Hazeltine’s restaurant. Featuring exclusive... Read More »

Join Sherman for a rare experience touring the enchanting gardens of Mission San Juan Capistrano led by John Bishop, former Manager of Horticulture at Sherman Library & Gardens.  

Learn how to make a brass himmeli with a handmade tassel for air plants. Himmeli is a traditional Swedish ornament meaning heaven or sky. Hang your himmeli as a decoration or decor piece to bring joy to your personal space. Each participant will receive an air plant. Workshop will be led by Stacy Wong, a working artist. Since 2015, she has taught numerous creative making workshops in a variety of mediums as a way to give back and share with the community.

Join us for a Sherman Member Excursion that will meander through Bluebird Canyon Farm, a 15-acre biodynamic farm and design center in the heart of Laguna Beach. This guided tour will describe the history of the farm and its impressive current operations.  

Guided by Backhausdance professional dancers, participants will explore contemporary dance movements inspired by the hummingbirds and many other birds that fill Sherman Library & Gardens with vibrancy and life. You can become a bird in flight by soaring, gliding, hovering, and flocking through our fun and collaborative movement-making workshop.