Events

How can mushrooms help us live more sustainably? Join Eco Centro for a hands-on, information-packed workshop where we will explore the incredible world of mushrooms and their potential to create a more sustainable future. You will be introduced to the field of mycology, covering history, growing techniques, environmental benefits, and mushroom composting. Then you will […]

Celebrate the Spring Equinox with a morning walk through the San Antonio Botanical Garden to welcome back spring! We’ll talk about the ways in which cultures around the world celebrate the Spring Equinox, as well as look for signs of spring in the native plants we see starting to return. After the walk, decorate a […]

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 to germinate. We will discuss some common mistakes new gardeners make, how to create your own propagation station, and what to do […]

Each spring, Migratory Bird Fest celebrates the incredible journey of birds along the Central Flyway and the connections between people, wildlife, and the habitats we share. This free, family-friendly festival brings the community together to welcome spring, learn about birds and conservation, and enjoy a morning outdoors at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center. On Saturday, March […]

It can be challenging to know exactly what you are looking at when exploring the flora and fauna of the natural world. In this workshop, Texas Nature Trackers Biologist Rachel Grotte will show you how to use the citizen science application iNaturalist to identify wild plants. Participants will practice using iNaturalist in preparation for the […]

Please note, this event has been POSTPONED and will not take place on the 21st. This listing will be updated when details become available. Join us for Bexar Branches Alliance’s 2nd Annual Trees & Torque at MLK Park at the Wheatley Heights Sports Complex! This free, family-friendly event promotes trees as air and heat island […]

Join Green Spaces Alliance to plant our second tiny forest at SAY Sí! One year after the establishment of our inaugural micro forest at Promesa Academy, we're planting a second one in the heart of San Antonio's west side. Based on research by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki, tiny forests are compact plantings that mimic regional […]

Spring is the season for renewal. Come join Terrie Horkulic, Bexar County Master Gardener, as she discusses what can be done to refresh, renew, and revitalize your soil and your garden this spring. Alisa will explain the proper horticultural methods and practices to gardening here in S. Texas and how to create a resilient garden […]

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: Friends of Mission Branch Library and Gardening Volunteers of South Texas are co-sponsoring a panel discussion […]

GVST will teach how to design, install and maintain a water conserving garden/landscape through 12 session of learning. These 75 minute sessions will include choosing drought-resistant native plants, improving soil with compost to increase water retention, use of mulch to conserve moisture all as presented on SAWS "Garden Style San Antonio" website. The focus will […]

Come learn about many of the common characters that grace our landscape and how you can partner with them for outdoor success! From below the soil surface to flying above our heads, beneficial insects have profound effects on our gardens. Join Molly Keck of Texas A&M Agrilife to learn about many of the common invertebrate […]

Discover the many great water- and money-saving resources available on the GardenStyle website and NOW is the time to apply for the WaterSaver Landscape Coupon Program! There is so much to explore! Kick back and let us navigate through GardenStyle website to locate the WaterSaver coupon/rebate programs and the other numerous, helpful, and free resources. […]