Gardening

Bring the kids to the Tool Lending Library to meet some real-life firefighters and explore a fire truck up close! 

Join author Ethan Fenner as he discusses his new book, The Art and Philosophy of the Garden, at North Branch.  Ethan will discuss the major topics covered in the book including garden definition, comparisons of gardens to other art forms, whether a garden can be a work of art, what it means to interpret a garden, and contextual matters relevant to garden appreciation.

About The Art and Philosophy of the Garden

Join Urban Farm Oasis for an informational session on raising chickens in your yard! Learn the basics, ask questions, and maybe even get a chance to meet a few baby chicks. 

About Urban Farm Oasis: 

"We are a worker-owned & operated cooperative founded in 2003 that values sustainability, local production, and community.

We aim to provide greater access to biodiesel: a renewable, locally sourced fuel that reduces harmful tailpipe emissions.

Have you ever been curious about backyard beekeeping? Come learn all about it from Master Beekeeper Sung Lee. We will cover the basics of getting started with beekeeping, the science behind beekeeping and answer any questions. There will also be a live observation hive. 

Sung Lee, "the Bee Charmer," is a Master Beekeeper and social media star. You can follow him on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube under the handle Sung Lee The Bee Charmer. You can learn about the Master Beekeeper program here: cambp.ucdavis.edu

Do you have a lot of food scraps and a small space? Worm composting is for you!! Educator and garden designer Lori Caldwell demonstrates how to set up a worm bin and discusses harvesting and best uses for this garden fertilizer. All ages welcome!

We all love houseplants but not all of us are blessed with a green thumb. If you struggle to keep your leafy-friends alive do not fear, help is on the way!

Planterday, a mission-based plant shop in Oakland, will be taking us through the basics of caring for indoor plants. With helpful tips, insight into common problems and a few trade secrets, this event has something for all plant lovers. 

Learn some tips for your spring and summer garden from a Master Gardener! Beginners and experienced gardeners welcome. There will be lots to learn and a chance to ask questions. 

Since 1980, the UC Master Gardener Program has been extending research-based information about home horticulture and pest management to the public. The UC Master Gardener Program is a public service and outreach program under the University of California  Agriculture and Natural Resources, administered locally by participating UC Cooperative Extension county offices.

Living with limited space for gardening or no in-ground space? Tired of bending over to garden? Whether you want to grow vegetables or ornamentals, learning the do’s and don’ts of gardening in containers can give you flexibility, portability, and endless possibilities to enjoy the benefits of beautiful healthy plants. UC Master Gardeners will present all sorts of tips & tricks for container gardening at this event.

As the weather cools down, a new season begins in your garden. The UC Master Gardeners will present on everything you need to know about cool season gardening in your home garden. After the presentation we will have a free seed giveaway, so stick around!

A special thank you to Berkeley Horticultural Nursery for the seeds!