Join Green Spaces Alliance for a volunteer day at Olmos Park Terrace Community Garden! Spend a few minutes at the beginning of the morning learning about xeriscaping - what it is, how it works, and why it might be the right idea for your garden. Then, get hands-on and help refresh the garden's xeric landscape! […]

Join Green Spaces Alliance for a volunteer day at Pittman-Sullivan Community Garden! Spend a few minutes at the beginning of the morning learning about permaculture: what is it, what does it look like, and how can you make your own permaculture haven at home? Then, get hands-on and help refresh the garden's permaculture design! We […]

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 these delicate creatures and how to attract them to your own garden. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is for […]

Ready to make a lasting impact on San Antonio’s urban forest? Become a Tree Steward! Join us for the orientation session for the Tree Buds Citizen Forester Program. This hands-on volunteer program is made possible by the Alamo Forest Partnership, San Antonio Arborists Association, and Bexar Branches Alliance, with support from the City of San Antonio Office […]

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 learning how to save energy and water, exploring solar power, discovering Electric Vehicles, engaging with local environmental organizations and staying informed about our city’s local […]

"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 San Antonio River is deeply embedded in the identity and culture of our city. This workshop details the economic, environmental, and cultural importance of the […]

Friends of Mission Branch Library and Gardening Volunteers of South Texas are co-sponsoring a panel discussion of local efforts to mitigation extreme heat at the residential level with water and land conservation and urban trees with local community leaders: Nancy Parrilla and Patricia Santos of Fuerza Unida Urban Heat Resiliency Program Kamala Platt, San Antonio […]

Join us this Indigenous Peoples’ Day for a community gathering that blends tradition, culture, and healing. Together we’ll play Lotería to learn about Texas native plants, create herb bundles for wellness and to honor Indigenous culture. This event is free and open to all — come ready to learn, create, and celebrate with community. Lite […]

Blooming with Birdie, in partnership with the Brackenridge Park Conservancy, is throwing a pollinator party like no other—and you’re invited! The Monarch Butterfly & Pollinator Festival is back—and buzzier than ever—with a day of nature-based experiences, hands-on activities, and joyful community connection. Come celebrate the 10th year of learning about the ecosystem that connects us all. For our […]

Patricia Morales will lead us on a tour of Chris Park. This free community event honors two decades of remembrance, creativity, and renewal at Chris Park. Attendees will also hear how this park has selected and maintained their landscape utilizing methods of water conservation and thoughtful planning to ensure the park's future for generations. See […]

Darcie Schipull will introduce us to The Great Springs Project as “a unified vision of conservation and connectivity” connecting the land from Barton Springs (Austin) to headwaters of the San Antonio River through greenway and a continuous hike-and-bike trail by 2036 (Texas Bicentennial year) through conservation of an additional 50,000 acres of land in the […]

Come out and be a part of the Monarch Butterfly Festival! You will see a butterfly release, face painting, free plant giveaway, Arts & Crafts, and various vendors.

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 garden and create a welcoming space for local wildlife. Wildflowers native to our region can also help with landscape water conservation because they are adapted […]