Garden Club meeting.  For more information call Gudy Kimmel at (310) 530-2382

Docents begin training for the upcoming school year in September.  Meetings/Trainings are every Monday, September through November.  For more information call the Foundation office at (310) 544-1948.

Mondays

September 17, October 1, 22, November 5, 26

***Location: Columbia Park Community Garden Presentation Area, 4045 W. 190^th Street, Torrance

$10 per class members / $15 per class non-members

Instructor: Judith Gerber (judith.gerber@tmmc.com)

We are pleased to offer this exclusive opportunity through a program at the new Torrance Memorial Learning Garden. Participants can learn how to grow an edible garden and actually work in a garden plot. This year-round program features formal classes/lectures, work days, and much more. In addition to these more formal classes, there are ongoing “work” days that include hands-on instruction in topics such as plant selection, soil preparation, fertilizing, natural pest control, irrigation, general garden maintenance, and harvesting/deadheading. Class is limited to 6 participants.

Fundamentals of Gardening: Monday, September 17, 9 a.m.

Adding Fall Seasonal Colors to the Edible Garden: Monday, October 1, 9 a.m.

Fall Harvest Party: Recipes & Seed Saving: Monday, October 22, 9 a.m. 

Prepping the Garden for Winter: Monday, November 5, 9 a.m.

Gifts from and for the Garden: Monday, November 26, 9 a.m.

(All classes meet at Columbia Park Community Garden Presentation Area, weather permitting. Instructor will notify participants if there is a change in meeting place.)

Volunteer group that meets every Wednesday and makes crafts for our Gift Shop.

To join please contact Carol at (310) 544-1948 or carol@southcoastbotanicgarden.org

Entry to sale is FREE – Access to Garden available with paid admission

Sponsored by Propagation Workshop and South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation. This annual plant sale is an important fundraiser for the Foundation and a popular community event. Shop early for the best selection. Additional vendors will participate including Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Ricardo’s Nursery, and John Matthews, among others. Donated plants from Native Sons will also be available for purchase.

Tuesdays

September 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

$60 members / $70 non-members

$30 materials fee (payable to instructor)   

Instructor: Reiko Kawamura

Elegance, grace, and style are the characteristics of Ikebana. Learn the mechanics of manipulation and the observation of materials for their best usage in gaining an oriental view of flower arranging. Elementary, Moribana, Free Style, Hanami, Rimpa, and Bunjin will be taught.

Series 1 – Six Sessions

Thursdays

September 6, (skip 13), 20, 27, October 4, (skip 11), 18, 25

$70 members / $80 non-members

***New Instructor: Teri Richards, Donna Dewberry Certified Art Instructor

Teri's desire is to bring to as many as possible the joy and satisfaction of creating their own objects of art in beautiful color. She instructs students in creating beautiful, functional items for the home and garden, and gifts and items to sell at local fairs and boutiques. Surfaces include canvas, porcelain, wood, metal, glass, and fabrics such as silk, microfiber, cotton canvas, and water color paper.

Teri's website STROKESANDSTITCHES.COM will be up in August. You can see examples of her work as well as photos of her students’ finished works.

Thursdays

September 13, 20, 27, October 4, (skip 11), 18, 25, November 1

$50 members / $60 non-members

$5 materials fee (payable to instructor)   

Instructor: Sharon Ratterree, M. Ed., Certified Landscape Design Consultant

Get inspired! Create your own successful garden. Possible topics of interest to new and experienced gardeners will provide information about current gardening trends, plant selection, maintenance, attracting pollinators, landscape design, and more. This class is on the go! Brings hats and water as we are likely to explore outside.

Series 1

Saturdays

September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20

$30 members / $40 non-members

Instructor: Master Wang Hui

An ancient Chinese Technique emphasizing relaxation, balance, coordination, and agility, Tai Chi is a total system of exercises promoting circulation, flexibility, and inner strength, as well as mental and physical discipline. Living in California, Master Wang is an authentic Monk from Shaolin Temple in China challenging the principles he was taught throughout his life. Practice Tai Chi to improve your health and rejuvenate your life! **Drop-ins at the day of the class are allowed and are $10 per class.  Please register in the Gift Shop. 

Saturdays

September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27

Series: $80 members / $90 non-members

Single Class: $15 members / $20 non-members

Instructor: Renee Yazdi, Certified Yoga Instructor

In these eight sessions you will learn the basic principles of Meditation, do a Nature Meditation, Walking Meditation, Sound and Light Meditation, and other meditation forms. Each session will have a different focus. Renee is a certified Yoga Instructor and has been teaching Yoga and Meditation for seven years. Please wear comfortable clothes that are non-restrictive for movement and bring a mat or beach towel.   

Tuesdays

September 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Beginning: $50 members / $60 non-members

Intermediate: $55 members / $65 non-members

$30 materials fee (payable to instructor)   

Instructor: Reiko Kawamura

Elegance, grace, and style are the characteristics of Ikebana. Learn the mechanics of manipulation and the observation of materials for their best usage in gaining an oriental view of flower arranging. Elementary, Moribana, Free Style, Hanami, Rimpa, and Bunjin will be taught.

Docent led Tram Tours run at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm and last approximately 45 minutes.  Cost is $4 per/person.  Purchase your boarding pass at the Admission Window (cash only). 

The availability of Tram Tours are based on docent availability.  You can check with the Admission Window (310) 544-6815 to verify if the tram is running.  Tram Tours are subject to cancelation without prior notice.

$7 per class for all participants

Instructor:  Mark Anthony Sinagra

Level:  Intermediate

Enjoy an afternoon at the Garden playing Bridge. You will play hands then turn them face up to discuss bidding, leads, declarer play, and defense.  Light snacks & refreshments provided.

$20 in advance / $25 at the door

Enjoy first choice of unique landscape plants for your garden. Spend some time meeting with other gardening enthusiasts. Light appetizers and refreshments catered by Misto Caffe and Bakery. RSVP to the Foundation office at (310) 544-1948 by Friday, September 28 to pre-register.

The California Native Plant Society meets the first Monday of the month.  For more information call David Berman at (310) 650-9289.

The PV Branch of the American Begonia Society meets the 1st Monday of the month.  For more information call Carol Knight at (310) 833-3466

Wednesdays

September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14

$55 members / $65 non-members

Instructors: Eric and Ann Brooks

Have fun studying and identifying many of the species of birds found in Southern California. Class uses slides, videos, and printed materials. Discussions revolved around birding books, binoculars, and periodicals. **Note: To take advantage of the fall birding season this class has been extended to 10 class sessions.