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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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Junior Gardeners Summer Camp Week 1
Start your child on a gardening adventure! During this practical camp for 7-11 year olds, kids learn to care for plants and understand how the choices they make affect the natural world.
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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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International Bonsai Artist Demonstration – July 2
International Bonsai Artist Demonstration – July 2
Presented by the Orange Empire Bonsai SocietyInternational Bonsai Artist Demonstration – Jonas Dupiuch Drop-in to the Sherman Succulent Garden and watch some of the finest international bonsai artists demonstrate their craft. They will be working on a number of trees and available to answer questions.
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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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Ask a Master Gardener! Irrigation – How Much? How Often. Advice for the home gardener.
Ask a Master Gardener! Irrigation – How Much? How Often. Advice for the home gardener.
Do you have a question? Ask a Master Gardener!The 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 to... Read More »
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Mosaic Picassiette Birdbath
Mosaic Picassiette Birdbath
Using dishes for mosaics is an old art form that still translates wonderfully today. Mosaic artist David Jarvinen will bring a large variety of already reduced (broken ) china and ceramic plates for easy use, while creating a one-of-a-kind 13" birdbath saucer. If you'd like, feel free to bring a dish or two of your... Read More »
Shape-Up Health Club Summer Slimming Series – Summer 2023
Shape-Up Health Club Summer Slimming Series – Summer 2023
Mondays from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pmJuly 10 through August 28, 2023Shape-Up Health Club presents its Summer Slimming Series of weekly outdoor fitness classes in Sherman Gardens' Central Garden. Starting July 10th on Mondays, 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm followed by social time for chatting and strolling throughout Sherman Gardens. Weekly "Abs and Booty" classes... 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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Workshop: Create Your Own Flower Seed Paper
Workshop: Create Your Own Flower Seed Paper
Imagine sending someone a beautiful card that also grows flowers.In this class, you will learn how to upcycle scrap paper such as junk mail, newspaper, shopping bags, and computer documents into beautiful and useable seed paper creations. A craft that combines recycling and gardening and is also good for the earth. You will take home... Read More »
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Watercolor Class: Rose (morning class)
Watercolor Class: Rose (morning class)
Join local artist Erna Van Dyk as she teaches you how to see and paint color and simple subjects. This month Erna takes inspiration from a tulip arrangement.Classes are designed for all levels of painter and non-painter. Each participant will take home her/his own charming painting.Fee: Members $35, Non-members $45 Purchase Tickets
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: Rose (afternoon class)
Watercolor Class: Rose (afternoon class)
Join local artist Erna Van Dyk as she teaches you how to see and paint color and simple subjects. This month Erna takes inspiration from a tulip arrangement.Classes are designed for all levels of painter and non-painter. Each participant will take home her/his own charming painting.Fee: Members $35, Non-members $45 Purchase Tickets
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Family Art Class: Matilja Poppy
Family Art Class: Matilja Poppy
Join local artist Erna Van Dyk as she teaches you how to draw a poppy using acrylic pastels. You will use step-by-step techniques to create your own illustration. This fun, relaxed class takes place in our outdoor classroom.Children aged 5+Grandparents and favorite adults are welcome too! No experience is necessary.All materials provided.(Adults and children should... Read More »
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Garden Tour: Beautiful Drought-Tolerant Plants
Garden Tour: Beautiful Drought-Tolerant Plants
Get inspired to go green! Take a tour and learn about environmentally friendly, drought-tolerant plants at the Sherman Gardens.
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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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Mosaic Class: Double Mushroom
Mosaic Class: Double Mushroom
This whimsical double mushroom stands 12" tall and is such a fun addition to your garden or patio.In this workshop, you will adorn this cement mushroom with tiles, broken china, and other bits & pieces. Learn about design, gluing, grouting, working with broken china and so much more. You will take grout home to finish... Read More »
Art Class: Windchime with Bells & Beads
Art Class: Windchime with Bells & Beads
Customize this beautiful wrought iron windchime with your choice of colorful beads & bells while learning how to wire wrap. This piece measures about 20" tall by 9" wide.Fee: Members - $45, Non-members - $55 Purchase Tickets
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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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Painting Workshop: Waterlilies
Painting Workshop: Waterlilies
Join local artist Helen Plehn for a fun and expressive acrylic painting workshop. You will be guided through a step-by-step process to paint a beautiful waterlily arrangement and take home a gorgeous 8×10” canvas painting.The class is perfect for beginners and more experienced painters. All materials are included, and you will be taking home a... Read More »
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Junior Gardeners Summer Camp Week 1
Junior Gardeners Summer Camp Week 1
Junior Gardeners Summer Camp Week 1
Junior Gardeners Summer Camp Week 1
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