Rainscapes — NPSOT Boerne Chapter Mtg.

Cibolo Nature Center Auditorium 1681 River Rd, Boerne, TX, United States

Free.  The Native Plant Society of Texas-Boerne Chapter meeting begins at 6:30 PM with a native plant/seed exchange & social time, followed by the program at 7:00 PM.  For more information, go to https://npsot.org/wp/boerne/ Come learn how urban and suburban landscapes impact the health of local river systems.  Each individual home contributes a small amount to overall stormwater runoff, but ...

2020 Beef Cattle Short Course (Register by Friday, Dec 27)

Palo Alto College 1400 W Villaret Blvd, San Antonio, TX, United States

2020 Beef Cattle Short Course, offered at Palo Alto College, will meet in the Ozuna Library on two consecutive Tuesdays, January 7 and 14, 2020.  Registration starts at 5:30 PM and the program begins at 6:30 PM. Fee: $15/session.  RSVP by Friday, December 27th to Chris Lambert at 210-631-0400. Make checks payable to: Bexar Ag & Natural Resources Committee and ...

Texas Native Trails Working Workshop

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

Learn about Texas native plants while working in the Garden.  We will discuss our natives’ growing requirements, characteristics, ethnobotanical and wildscape uses, and learn to identify them in a naturalistic setting.  Our work will be in the Native Trails areas of the Garden removing invasive plants, repairing trails, and planting new natives. Wear comfortable clothing; tools, snacks, and hydration provided. ...

Fashions Through the Decades — San Antonio Garden Center Mtg.

The San Antonio Garden Center invites you for a plant exchange and social at 9:30 AM and the speaker at 10:00 AM; meetings are free and open to the public.  For more information go to http://sanantoniogardencenter.org or call 210-824-9981. Fashions Through the Decades will be presented by Michael Quintanilla, Former Fashion Writer for the San Antonio Express-News.  

Blackberry: Herb of the Year for 2020 — SA Herb Society Mtg.

Monthly Meetings of the San Antonio Herb Society, free and open to the public, begin with a pot luck social at 6:30 P.M.  Meeting starts at 7:00 P.M.  For more information, contact Sandra Woodall at [email protected]. Topic:  Blackberry: Herb of the Year for 2020 This wonderful herb grows readily in South Texas, and the fruit can be used in many ...

Spring Tree Care & Planting — Men’s Garden Club Mtg.

The Men’s Garden Club of San Antonio meets on the first Thursday of each month and meetings are free and open to the public.  For more information, contact Darlene Badorski at [email protected]. Topic:  Spring Tree Care & Planting Speaker:  Mark Peterson, Conservation Project Coordinator, SAWS  

Brown Bag Lunch & Learn: Planting Spring Vegetables

Bexar County Master Gardeners 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

FREE and open to the public!  Bring your lunch and join us! Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service 2020 Brown Bag Lunch & Learn programs will be conducted the 2nd Friday of each month, 12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM, at the Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208).  The sessions will provide information on consumer horticulture. Most classes are ...

Tree Buds Citizen Forester Training — Register by Jan 7th

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

If you would like to learn about tree pruning from professional arborists and support the City of San Antonio’s tree planting initiatives, the Tree Buds Citizen Forester training is for you.  As a Tree Buds Citizen Forester, you will be asked to volunteer a total of 12 hours each year to help the city care for recently planted young trees ...

The Rain to Drain Experience — SAWS

If you're interested in learning more about the sources of your drinking water and where it goes "after the flush" join the SAWS Education Team for The Rain to Drain Experience field trip for adults. During this day-long expedition, you'll travel to places few people have ever visited!  You'll explore an Edwards Aquifer recharge cave, experience the inner workings of ...

Fruit Tree Basics

Milberger's Landscaping & Nursery 3920 North Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX, United States

Fruit Tree Basics With David Rodriguez Horticulturist, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Free Seminar hosted by Milberger's Landscaping & Nursery 3920 North Loop 1604, San Antonio, TX 78247 Saturday, January 11, 2020 10:00 - 11:30 AM If you love citrus, you won't want to miss this!  David will cover the basic steps of selecting appropriate fruit trees for your landscape, ...

Lunch & Learn: Seed Saving Basics for Home Gardeners — Guadalupe County MG

Guadalupe County AgriLife Extension 210 East Live Oak, Seguin, TX, United States

Free presentation by the Guadalupe County Master Gardeners.  Attendees are welcome to bring lunch. For further information, visit www.guadalupecountymastergardeners.org or call the Guadalupe County Service Office at 830-303-3889. Topic:  Seed Saving Basics for Home Gardeners Speaker:  Bill Nodine, Guadalupe County Master Gardeners  

The Fungus Among Us — NPSOT Guadalupe County Chapter Mtg.

St. John Lutheran Church 600 S. Center Street, Marion, TX, United States

Free.  Native Plant Society of Texas, Guadalupe County Chapter Meetings are open to the public and visitors are welcome.  There is a plant/seed exchange and greeting at 6:30 PM followed by the program at 7:00 PM. For more information, directions to St John’s Lutheran Church, or membership applications, see the website at http://npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/ They aren’t plants, they aren’t animals, so ...

2020 Beef Cattle Short Course (Register by Friday, Dec 27)

Palo Alto College 1400 W Villaret Blvd, San Antonio, TX, United States

2020 Beef Cattle Short Course, offered at Palo Alto College, will meet in the Ozuna Library on two consecutive Tuesdays, January 7 and 14, 2020.  Registration starts at 5:30 PM and the program begins at 6:30 PM. Fee: $15/session. RSVP by Friday, December 27th to Chris Lambert at 210-631-0400. Make checks payable to: Bexar Ag & Natural Resources Committee and ...

Texas Native Trails Working Workshop

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

Learn about Texas native plants while working in the Garden.  We will discuss our natives’ growing requirements, characteristics, ethnobotanical and wildscape uses, and learn to identify them in a naturalistic setting.  Our work will be in the Native Trails areas of the Garden removing invasive plants, repairing trails, and planting new natives. Wear comfortable clothing; tools, snacks, and hydration provided. ...

Aeoniums & A Report on Current Conditions in the Homeland — SA Cactus & Xerophyte Society Mtg.

San Antonio Garden Center 3310 N New Braunfels Ave., San Antonio, TX, United States

Free.  Meeting open to non-members.  Social time starts 6:30 pm; Program & Meeting starts 7:15 pm.  For more information, go to http://sacxs.org or contact Barbara Schulze at [email protected]. Topic:  Aeoniums & A Report on Current Conditions in the Homeland SACXS invites you to a virtual presentation on Aeoniums, a fascinating genera of succulents which can be grown in the milder, ...

WaterSaver Walks

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore our WaterSaver Gardens with Master Naturalist Linda Cace.  Learn the characteristics of different drought tolerant landscapes, including Cottage, Hill Country, Manicure Xeriscape, and Spanish style.  Come see what’s in bloom! Participants meet in the Greenwood Breezeway of the Halsell Welcome Building and the walk begins at 10am. Fee is included with membership or general admission ($12-$9); registration is required. ...

BCMG Board of Directors Meeting

Bexar County Master Gardeners 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Monthly meeting of the BCMG Board of Directors. All members are welcome to observe the meetings; however, in order to accommodate seating, please email the President, Lynn Cox, [email protected], the week before the meeting that you will be attending. Members can request that items be added to the agenda at least five working days prior to the meeting date.  Please ...

BCMG Rodeo Kick-Off Meeting

Bexar County Master Gardeners 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Make plans to join us and bring your favorite Chili, Cornbread, or other dish to share!  Bring your calendar and sign-up for Rodeo Shifts.  Learn about Little Buckaroo Farms where BCMG will be located at the Rodeo, changes to the Rodeo for 2020, the 2020 Rodeo Tomato, and more!  You can also pay your annual dues of $25 (payable by ...

Health Benefits of Gardening and Gardening Safely As We Age — Guadalupe County Master Gardeners Mtg.

Guadalupe County AgriLife Extension 210 East Live Oak, Seguin, TX, United States

Everyone is welcome, and it’s Free! The Guadalupe County Master Gardeners Meeting will begin at 6:15 PM followed by the speaker at 7:00.  For more information, visit www.guadalupecountymastergardeners.org or call 830-303-3889. Topic:  Health Benefits of Gardening and Gardening Safely As We Age Speaker:  Joe Urbach, Hays County Master Gardeners 1 CEU.  BCMG Code 001.    

Native Plant Walking Workshop – Third Fridays of the Month

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Pl, San Antonio, TX, United States

Explore our Texas Native Trails and learn about how native plants conserve water, adapt to their environment, work in landscapes, and what their growing requirements are.  Discover what their cultural and wildscape uses are as well. Participants meet behind the Admissions kiosk and the walk begins at 10am. Sponsored by San Antonio Water System.  Rewards eligible. Guides:  Gary and Nancy ...

Color codes for the calendar are as follows:

  • Orange: These are events for BCMG members only.
  • Blue: These are public events for which BCMG members can also receive CEU credit.
  • Green: These are events that are open to the general public.