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Gardening Essentials

San Antonio Garden Center 3310 North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio, TX, United States

In January's special edition of Gardening Essentials, faith-based groups will share how they have invited the public to share their spaces by turning lawns and parking lots into gardens, trails and community spaces where non-church members can thrive with them: "CIELO Gardens: Cultivating Cultural Connections and Affordable Nutrition" will be presented by Jen Yáñez-Alaniz, CIELO […]

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Healthy Soils for Spring

Green Spaces Alliance 108 E. Mistletoe Ave., San Antonio, United States

Many garden plants may be sleeping in January, but your soil shouldn't be! Winter is a critical time to ensure that your garden soil is ready for spring planting. Join Green Spaces Alliance to learn how to make the most of the cold weather. Guests will be guided through a hands-on exploration of the basic […]

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The Edwards Plateau: Land, Water and Development: The History of Flooding

The Edwards Plateau is one of the dominant landforms in Texas, encompassing a massive 24 million acres. Its impact extends far beyond its central location, as it is also the source of water for all species inhabiting this rugged terrain and those that draw upon the many rivers and creeks that cut through the Balcones […]

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Seed Starting 101 with Eco Centro

Eco Centro 1802 North Main Avenue, San Antonio, United States

In this workshop we will cover the basic materials needed to start seeds of plants native to this region, as well as a few techniques to ensure your seeds have the best environment germinate. We will discuss some common mistakes new gardeners make, how to create your own propagation station, and what to do once […]

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Wild West Wildlife Festival

Briscoe Western Art Museum 210 W. Market Street, San Antonio, United States

To celebrate one of the four pillars of Western Art, wildlife and animals of the west, the Briscoe Western Art Museum will hold a FREE community day on Saturday, January 25, 2025. All activities will revolve around the theme of Western wildlife with a focus on Texas habitats and wildlife. Animal-themed art activities will take […]

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Lunar New Year Farmers Market at Gardopia Gardens

Gardopia Gardens 619 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX, United States

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with us at our vibrant Farmers Market this Saturday, January 25th, from 1-4 PM! We’ll have a fantastic lineup of local vendors, a live DJ, a food demo, and a special Lion Dance performance by the San Antonio Lion Dance Association at 2:00pm. Plus, enjoy a free produce giveaway, a […]

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San Antonio Exotic Plant Collective

San Antonio Garden Center 3310 North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio, TX, United States

Open to the public! San Antonio Exotic Plant Collective's plant swap and sale is a community-building event. Be ready to spend your evening meeting and talking to a growing community of exotic plant enthusiasts. Bring your plants and cuttings to trade at our swap table. Local Growers and plant vendors will line the event hall, […]

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Gardening Begins with Soil

San Antonio Garden Center 3310 North New Braunfels Avenue, San Antonio, TX, United States

Gardening in Bexar County often means identifying, understanding, amending, and protecting our soil that can range from beach sand to a thick “gumbo” clay soil. Poor soil can be amended to maximizes water usage while minimizing fertilizer & pesticide usage. However, even the richest soil needs protection from the brutal sun, oppressive heat, and wind. […]

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Stressed Out: A Look at Tree Health in San Antonio and How to Strengthen Our Urban Landscape

Urban Ecology Center - Phil Hardberger Park 8400 NW Military Hwy, San Antonio, United States

Join the Native Plant Society of Texas for a discussion about the stresses on the urban forest in San Antonio with Bexar Branches Alliance President Michael Nentwich. Is it the extreme heat during the summer, the extended heat waves, the severe cold events, the extended drought, or all of it? Once we can identify and […]

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Electric Vehicles in San Antonio

Eco Centro 1802 North Main Avenue, San Antonio, United States

Did you know 35% of San Antonio’s Community greenhouse gas emissions are from transportation? Expand your understanding of the role of electric vehicles (not just electric cars!) in San Antonio at this Eco Bites Lunch-n-Learn on Electric Vehicles in SA. Tamarra Callahan of the City of San Antonio's EV-SA Department will present facts on electric […]

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Free Entry Day: Celebrate World Wetlands Day

Mitchell Lake Audubon Center 10750 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, United States

Get outside for World Wetlands Day and enjoy free entry all day at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center! Take home native pollinator plant educational material to learn what plants would work best in your space.

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Seed Starting and Plant Propagation

Green Spaces Alliance 108 E. Mistletoe Ave., San Antonio, United States

February is a great time to start germinating seeds and splitting plants. But how can you grow things successfully from seed, and which plants can be readily propagated? Join Green Spaces Alliance for a one-hour workshop to learn how you can start prepping your spring plantings now. Guests will learn about the basic science behind […]

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