Friday, December 15, 7 p.m. FREE PLANT OF THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY. Did you ever wonder how certain plants like mistletoe, holly, poinsettia, and others, came to be iconic holiday decorations? Join us to explore the unique origins and stories, natural history, and some safety precautions for enjoying these plants in your home during the holidays. […]
Thursday, February 8, Noon. midday FIBRE AND YUCCA WORKSHOP IN THE ARROYO This is one of our Ethnobotany class series. We’ll be in a section of the Arroyo Seco and learn about some the history and unique plant-life of the area. We’ll see edible and medicinal plants on our short walk, and will learn some […]
Thursday, February 15, Noon. ETHNO-BOTANICAL WALK focusing on Identifying wild EDIBLE and medicinal plants, and mushrooms we may find. We will do a short walkabout. We will also make a salad, so bring your bowl. We'll see edible, medicinal, and other useful plants found in the chaparral and riparian environment. Both natives and non-natives […]