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June calendar entry for Eco Centro class on the 30th.

Beehind the Scenes: Discovering the Wondrous Lives of Honeybees

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

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 intricate social structures, their vital role in pollination with native plants, and how we can help protect these essential pollinators. Get up close and personal […]

Free

July calendar entry for Eco System workshop on the 1st

Project Wild & Aquatic Wild

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

Learn fun, hands-on, age-appropriate indoor and outdoor activities for learners in grades K-12. Project WILD & Aquatic WILD Please dress for indoor and outdoor learning. Bring a refillable water bottle and a sack lunch each day. Project WILD & Aquatic WILD are TEKS correlated and suitable for both formal and informal learning. Anyone who works […]

$60
July calendar entry for Eco Centro program on the 8th

Is Rainwater Harvesting for Me?

This short workshop will touch 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 wallet. With so many things to consider, it can be hard to know where or how to start. This short workshop will touch on […]

Free
July calendar entry for Eco Centro class on the 22nd.

San Antonio River: The Untold Story

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

Come to Eco Centro 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 […]

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August calendar entry for Eco Centro workshop on the 5th

Texas! It’s a Whole ‘Nuther Country – Newcomers Guide to Gardening in South Texas

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

Are you a gardener new to South Texas? Have you found planting practices that you have used successfully in other parts of the country are unsuccessful here? Is so, this 1-hour presentation is for you! We will examine the 3 biggest garden challenges we face in Bexar County and our top 5 recommendations for developing […]

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August calendar entry for Eco Centro class on the 15th

Summer Pruning for Fall Blooms

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

Learn proper pruning techniques, so your drought tolerant & native perennials can bloom again in the fall in time for fall pollinators! Texas summers can make our gardens look dry and tired leaving gardeners wondering if their plants will recover. The great news is that with proper pruning techniques, drought tolerant and native perennials can […]

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August calendar entry for Eco Centro class on the 19th

SAWS GardenStyleSA WaterSaver Programs

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

NOW is the perfect time to discover the many water- and money-saving resources available on the GardenStyleSA website! There is so much to explore--Kick back and let us navigate through GardenStyleSA website to locate the WaterSaver coupon/rebate programs and the other numerous helpful and free resources. By the end of the workshop you'll know exactly […]

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September calendar entry form Eco Centro class on the 12th

Vermicomposting Basics: Tackling Food Waste to Improve Soil Health

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

Join San Antonio 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 to reduce our own waste, produce new life for plants, drastically improve soil quality, increase moisture retention, and so much more. Closing the waste […]

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September calendar entry for Eco Centro seed swap on the 12th

San Antonio Composting Project Saturday Seed Swap

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

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 us to learn about how to safely save your seeds while adding new ones to your collection. Attendees are encouraged (but not required) to bring […]

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September calendar entry for Eco Centro presentation on the 24th

The History and Significance of San Pedro Springs

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

From Spanish Colonial acequias to gushing artesian wells, San Antonio has a unique and colorful water history like no place on Earth. Come join us for a presentation by Gregg Eckhardt of San Antonio Water Systems, who will take you on a engaging exploration of San Pedro Springs history. San Pedro Springs is one of […]

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