Non-native, invasive plants are destroying biodiversity and wreaking havoc.  Join Cheryl Hamilton and learn to identify the most challenging invasive plants, discuss why these plants are destructive, and explore native plant alternatives.  Includes hands-on activities and a native/invasives plant walk.  Participants will receive a non-invasive plant. Fee: $25 (SABOT Members $22.50) Registration is required. WaterSaver Rewards = 2 points

This is our 7th annual Fall Festival and we invite you to come celebrate fall with us.  We have activities for the kids including backyard chickens, exotic birds, a petting zoo, and pumpkins to decorate with funny faces.  We get a little bigger each year because this is truly fun for the whole family!  FREE! For more information, visit https://www.rainbowgardens.biz/event/fall-festival/  or call 210-680-5734.

October 14 - 20, 2018 To recognize the role of native plants in conservation and to provide incentive for schools to teach children about the importance of native plants, the State of Texas established the third week in October as Texas Native Plant Week. Many organizations and communities celebrate Texas Native Plant Week with festive events, native plant sales, educational ...

The Texas Fruit Conference returns in 2018, October 15th and 16th for its 7th educational program for Texas fruit growers!  While oriented toward small acreage and commercial production of perennial orchard crops, the Texas Fruit Conference is open to anyone who wants to know more about fruit growing in Texas.  Each year, we attempt to balance our educational program to appeal to a range of ...

Free; presented by the Guadalupe County Master Gardeners.  Attendees are welcome to bring lunch and free handouts will be available. For further information, visit www.guadalupecountymastergardeners.org, call the Guadalupe County Service Office at 830-303-3889. Presenter:  Kay McElveen, Guadalupe County Master Gardener

GVST Gardening Essentials classes are free and open to the public, although a $5 donation is appreciated.  No pre-registration is required. Garden tools need sharpening for winter chores?  Tool sharpening is also available ($3 donation appreciated). For more information, visit [email protected] or call 210-251-8101. Session 1:  History, Research & Development of Texas Superstar Plants Speakers:  Dr. Jerry Parsons Session 2:  Tree Selection, ...

Free.  The Lindheimer Chapter of NPSOT (Comal County) meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm.  Meetings are open to the public and new members are welcome.  For more information,  visit http://npsot.org/wp/lindheimer/ Topic:  Gardening for Wildlife through the Seasons Speaker:  Meredith O’Reilly

October 18-21, 2018 NOTE TIMES:  Thursday, 1pm-7:30pm; Friday, 7:15am-8pm; Saturday, 7:15am-9pm; Sunday, 10am to 4pm Join the Native Plant Society of Texas at our annual symposium which will focus on the San Antonio River.  Some highlights include: Friday and Saturday morning Plenary Sessions: Discover the history of the River, the Headwaters, the Mission Reach, learn about restoration projects in riparian ...

Explore our WaterSaver Gardens with a Master Naturalist.  Learn the characteristics of different drought tolerant landscapes.  Thanks to a generous donation from our friends at San Antonio Water System, walk is free to Botanical Garden members or with paid admission, but registration is required. Tour meets at 10 a.m. in the Breezeway of the Halsell welcome building. • August 16 ...

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:  Fall Gardening/Fruit and Preparation for Winter Speaker:  Mark Fanick  

Explore our Texas Native Trails with two experienced Master Naturalists, Nancy and Gary Rogers, with a focus on specific native plants along the trail.  Learn a little history and ethno-botany along the way and join in the discussion of water, soil, topography, and weather that allow our natives to thrive. Thanks to a generous donation from our friends at San ...

2018 Monarch Butterfly and Pollinator Festival -- October 19 - 21, 2018 The Festival takes place during peak Monarch migration season in San Antonio, October 19 -21, when migrating monarch butterflies east of the Rocky Mountains funnel through Texas on their way to Mexico to roost for the winter.  It’s a story of Butterflies without Borders. The festival includes: Butterflies Without ...