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.
Join Debra Mauzy-Melitz from the Orange Empire Bonsai Society to assemble a miniature Japanese-style garden in an apple-decorated teacup. Your garden will include Portulacaria afra (a.k.a. Elephant Bush) and miniature cranes for accent. Debra will provide tips on how to grow Portulacaria afra to keep them miniaturized and will explain the importance of cranes and apples in Japanese history and culture. You will leave... 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.
Sherman Gardens is full of unique plants, interesting exhibits and wildlife. Explore the Succulent Garden, Fern Grotto and Tropical Conservatory amongst many others, with our expert Docent Tour Guide. This family friendly tour lasts about one hour and is free with garden admission. Open to all ages. Drop in.
Presented by the Orange Empire Bonsai Society: Maliea Chiem (UK) 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. Maliea Chiem apprenticed with Mr. Colin Seymour Lewis, UK and later studied under... Read More »