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Is your garden ready for a fresh start in 2025?  We invite you to learn how to care for the plants (and creatures) in your garden at an upcoming Gardening Workshop! Whether you help your children out at the Children’s Workshops or enjoy the relaxing Adult Workshops, there are plenty of options for everyone.  Create unique new crafts for your garden and test out your green thumb to start the year.  

Children’s Gardening Workshop: Solar Art 

Let your young artist shine at our upcoming Children's Gardening Workshop! We'll be making Solar Art on February 1st with Sun Print paper and an array of natural items, kids will create a unique piece of framed art while discovering the wonders of nature.  This hands-on experience combines creativity and exploration, making it a must-attend event for any budding artist. Register now and join us for a day of artistic fun and discovery!

Adult Gardening Workshop: Birds in Your Garden 

Discover the charm of birds in your garden at the upcoming Birds in the Garden  Workshop. On February 8th you’ll learn how to attract local bird species, create a bird-friendly environment with the perfect plants, and craft your own bird feeder to take home. This hands-on workshop combines creativity and nature. Space is limited, reserve your spot today and register now! 

Children’s Gardening Workshop: Butterflies  

Celebrate the magic of butterflies at the Butterflies in the Children's Gardening Workshop! On March 8th, children will learn about butterfly life cycles, and how to bring these beauties to their gardens. Each child will take home a Painted Lady caterpillar to raise and enjoy a creative butterfly-themed craft.  Register now for this fun and educational event for the whole family. 

Adult Gardening Workshop: Strawberry Planters 

Dive into the world of strawberries on March 15th! Learn about the variety of strawberries that thrive in California and how to care for them for a bountiful harvest. Get hands-on experience by planting your own double-decker strawberry pot to take home, ready for harvesting in a few weeks. Register to save your spot today! 

All Workshops are held at the Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club; registration includes materials and a light breakfast to start the morning with a warm welcome! Pick and choose from these creative workshops and bring some color and life to your garden while making enjoying time with friends and family. Spaces are limited, so be sure to register soon as we have some exciting Gardening Workshops ahead. Don’t forget SAMLARC has more opportunities for fun for everyone this year. Check out upcoming events and programs and create more memories this 2025!