Wonder why a plant is not thriving? Have a pest problem? We've partnered with the UCCE Master Gardener Program of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties to bring you this FREE service to help with your own garden. Stop by the Garden's Library of Horticulture on Tuesdays from 10:30am-1:30pm and ask your questions!
Join us for a 45 minute class lead by Nicolette Telech. Nicolette has been instructing vinyasa style yoga classes since 2015. During this offering, students can expect a unique and accessible yoga sequence, linking breath to movement to increase strength and flexibility often while integrating mindfulness techniques.
Immerse yourself in the lush tropical setting of the conservatory’s west gallery for a 1-hour intermediate-level warm vinyasa yoga class lead by Nicolette Telech. Students can expect unique yoga sequencing, linking breath to movement to increase strength and flexibility while integrating mindfulness techniques and enjoying music accompaniment in a peaceful setting. Nicolette has been instructing vinyasa style yoga classes since 2015, encouraging her students through meditative flow to cultivate presence and peacefulness on and off the mat. Please bring a water bottle and your own yoga mat (or 2 if you like extra padding due to stone floor surface). The temperature in the West Gallery varies but is typically 70 degrees; please dress in layers.
Join us for a slow stroll around the Garden exploring the bountiful birds that thrive amidst more than 8,000 kinds of plants. Walks are led by experienced birders from Golden Gate Bird Alliance. Beginning birders are warmly welcome; binoculars are suggested. Heavy rain cancels. Registration will open 1 week before scheduled walk, on Sunday at […]
In these outdoor 5Rhythms® sessions, we'll be exploring our power and essence, connecting deeply with our inner self in harmony with the natural elements, feet first.
Tuesdays May 7th 2024 10:30am – 1:30pm Drop-In Program, no RSVP needed. Wonder why a plant is not thriving? Have a pest problem? We’ve partnered with the UCCE Master Gardener Program of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties to bring you this FREE service to help with your own garden. Stop by the Garden’s Library of Horticulture […]
Date: July 27th 2024 Time: 11:00AM-2:00PM Location: San Francisco Botanical Garden-Great Meadow Celebrate summer with San Francisco Public Library at San Francisco Botanical Garden's Great Meadow. Event will feature the Library's 2024 Summer Stride author-illustrator, Sendy Santamaria, and friends. This Includes: Birding session with Feminist Bird Club Performance by Ensambles Ballet Folklorico de San Francisco Story […]
Date: May 8th 2024 Time: 7:00PM Location: The Commons 2601 Mariposa Street San Francisco, CA 94110 Anybody can buy some plants at a big box store and grow some flowers or cherry tomatoes, especially in our easy climate. But plants are more than just living decorations. If we learn to look, we can learn an […]
Saturday, May 11, 4:00pm-6:00pm Drop in the library with friends and family to play a variety of nature-related board and card games. Most games are for 2-4 players and recommended for ages 8+ Location: Helen Crocker Russell Library of Horticulture at San Francisco Botanical Garden FREE. RSVPs are appreciated; Walk-Ins are welcome!
Date: Sunday, May 12, 2024 Time: 10am - 12:00pm Location: Conservatory of Flowers, Orchid Pavilion Participant Fee: $110 (Ages +12) Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult who is also registered for the workshop Workshop Description: Explore the popular mid-19th Century pastime of creating an herbarium, a collection of dried […]
Tuesdays May 13th 2024 10:30am – 1:30pm Drop-In Program, no RSVP needed. Wonder why a plant is not thriving? Have a pest problem? We’ve partnered with the UCCE Master Gardener Program of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties to bring you this FREE service to help with your own garden. Stop by the Garden’s Library of Horticulture […]
Wednesday, May 15, 10:30-11:00am Children ages 0-4 and their caregivers are invited to story time in the library. This month, we’re sharing books about growing food! Familiar finger plays and songs will round out the program. After the story time, stay and play or read books from the collection. Location: Helen Crocker Russell Library of Horticulture […]
Time: 5:00-6:00PM (With optional exclusive entry to the Conservatory of Flowers from 4:30PM-5:00PM) Join the Blue Muse and The Celestial Voice Sound Healing amidst the beauty and tranquility of the Conservatory of Flower's Orchid Pavilion for a sublime Sound Bath Meditation. Come immerse yourself in a rejuvenating soundscape created by a multitude of Crystal Singing Bowls, […]
Join us on Saturday, May 18, 2024 for Gala for the Gardens, the Gardens of Golden Gate Park’s signature fundraising event of the year. Alexis Madrigal, co-host of KQED’s Forum, will serve as emcee for an afternoon when we celebrate all that we love about the Gardens and in the company of friends who share our appreciation of the natural world.
Sunday May 19, 10:00-11:00am Calling young crafters! Children ages 4-8 and their caregivers are invited to the library to participate in a variety of nature-themed craft projects. Kids can make a tissue paper blooming cherry tree, leaf stained glass, or sunflower collage. At 10:30, a guide will be on hand to lead a casual family-friendly […]
Tuesdays May 21st 2024 10:30am – 1:30pm Drop-In Program, no RSVP needed. Wonder why a plant is not thriving? Have a pest problem? We’ve partnered with the UCCE Master Gardener Program of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties to bring you this FREE service to help with your own garden. Stop by the Garden’s Library of Horticulture […]
IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild™ is an outdoor concert series where America’s most stunning landscapes replace the traditional concert hall. Guests explore the surrounding environment while listening to the music through wireless headphones, creating an immersive experience that fosters a connection with the music, nature, and with one another. Explore the full 2024 […]
Saturday, May 25, 10am-12pm $5-$10 suggested donation, RSVP required Join Christopher Pollock, Historian in Residence for the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, on a springtime walking tour in Golden Gate Park’s east end. The walk will be easy-to-moderate and will include an overview of the park’s history.
“Between the head and feet of any given person is a billion miles of unexplored wilderness” — Gabrielle Roth Time: 12:00-1:30PM Location: San Francisco Botanical Garden - Great Meadow Participant fee: Offered on a sliding scale from $35-$45. Kids under 12 are free. In these outdoor 5Rhythms® sessions, we'll be exploring our power and […]
Tuesdays May 28th 2024 10:30am – 1:30pm Drop-In Program, no RSVP needed. Wonder why a plant is not thriving? Have a pest problem? We’ve partnered with the UCCE Master Gardener Program of San Mateo & San Francisco Counties to bring you this FREE service to help with your own garden. Stop by the Garden’s Library of Horticulture […]
Immerse yourself in the lush tropical setting of the conservatory’s west gallery for a 1-hour intermediate-level warm vinyasa yoga class lead by Nicolette Telech. Students can expect unique yoga sequencing, linking breath to movement to increase strength and flexibility while integrating mindfulness techniques and enjoying music accompaniment in a peaceful setting.