Escape the summer heat with author Marisol Cortez as she shares selections from her new book “Bird Church ”! Free and open to the public. Event co-sponsors Friends of Mission […]

A DIY perspective on harvesting rainwater, air conditioning condensate, and grey water (shower and washing machine) We will explore the Do-It-Yourself world of water catchment in the modern home. This […]

Join Garden Volunteers of South Texas (GVST) this summer and support your community while assisting with the pollinator garden at Denver Heights Community Center. We’re looking for volunteers to assist […]

Want to turn food scraps into garden gold but not sure where to begin? If you're curious about composting, join Rose Flores for a fun and informative Composting Basics Workshop, […]

From below the soil surface to flying above our heads, beneficial insects have profound effects on our gardens. Come learn about many of the common invertebrate characters that grace our […]

Micky Piña, proprietor of JuMicks Holistic Wellness organic farm-to-table business and a registered nurse, will discuss food from home gardens and how we can utilize native, drought tolerant plant material. […]

This short workshop touches on all of the basics of Rainwater Harvesting, and questions to ask yourself. Rainwater harvesting has so many benefits, from happy plants to money in your […]

Join Boone Halloday , Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Horticulturist – Galveston County as he helps us in identifying soil nutrient deficiencies, how to adjust to balance nutrient levels and […]

Presenter: Dr. Larry Stein, Regents Fellow, Professor & State Extension Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Bluebonnets are best grown from seed; however, they have a very hard seed coat, which […]

Weeds just are. Join Bill Swantner as he moves beyond the traditional, often frustrating, battle against weeds. Bill will help you explore how understanding the ecology of weeds – their […]

Join Candy Roach, Bexar County Master Gardener and learn how to effectively plan and plant for butterflies, bees and a multitude of other pollinator species. This workshop will primarily focus […]

Coming out of the summer heat, fall planting is like a “Mini” spring. This is a great time to plant and establish plants by next summer, as our soil does […]

All plants need four things to survive and thrive: sunlight, air, water, and nutrients. All of these, except sunlight, the plant gets from the soil. But what exactly is going […]

Come join gardening enthusiasts for an awesome in-person event by SA Composting Project to exchange seeds and learn about saving seeds! Are you ready to ramp up your garden? Join […]

Join SA Composting Project for an introduction to Eisinia foetida, commonly known as the red wiggler worm, and how to compost with worms. Composting is one of the best ways […]

Discover how to turn spent mushroom blocks into a powerful garden resource in this hands-on workshop for gardeners. Learn practical ways to reuse mushroom blocks to enrich soil, boost plant […]

Are you ready to scale up from a rain barrel, or want to start harvesting large amounts of rainwater for your home, garden, or both? Turn water scarcity into water […]

Pollinator gardens can benefit both pollinators and your community. Explore how you can create a native, drought-tolerant wildlife habitat that is safe and educational for children at home and/or at […]

Come join us for an engaging hands-on workshop to learn all about native south Texas butterflies and the plants they need to thrive. Get ready to discover the beauty of […]

Join us at this year’s Solar Fest! This free, fun, family-friendly festival is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate with the community. Enjoy a variety of activities and engaging experiences, including […]

"Come join us for another delightful presentation by Gregg Eckhardt of San Antonio Water Systems, who will take you on an engaging exploration of the San Antonio River history. The […]

The 10th Annual Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival will be held on Saturday, October 18th from 9am to 1pm at Brackenridge Park right next to the Zoo entrance! Tag monarch butterflies […]

Join us for a free family event celebrating Día de los Muertos/ Day of the Dead! Face painting, children's arts and crafts, a photo booth, music and food will be available. […]

Discover the the wondrous lives of honeybees and their positive contribution to the environment! Join us for an exciting evening delving into the fascinating world of honeybees! Learn about their […]

Join us as we take you through the various native and pollinator seed mixes and how to create a successful wildflower landscape in your space. Learn how to beautify your […]

Gardening Essentials will consist of two workshop classes, with information available on water conservation along with the current SAWS programs and rebates for their customers. 12:15 Gary Irish, "Little-used Native […]

Presenter: Ashley Morgan-Olvera, Texas Invasive Species Institute Director of Research & Education at Sam Houston State University Session 1: Defining Invasives & Identification Section 2: Management/Removal & Reporting of Dangerous […]