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SUMMARY:Seminar: Japanese Maple Pruning - multiple dates & locations
DESCRIPTION:Start off the new year and our Education and Wellness month with one of our most popular classes! Expert aesthetic pruner Elizabeth Ruiz is back to show us how to shape these beautiful garden accents. She’ll go over how to prune\, plus care and growing tips for optimum health. This class is a must for anyone interested in growing Japanese Maples. We hope you’ll join us!  \n\nSaturday\, Jan. 3rd\, 10am\, Pleasant Hill \nSaturday\, Jan. 3rd\, 1pm\, Danville \nSunday\, Jan. 4th\, 10am\, Sloat Blvd.\nSunday\, Jan. 4th\, 1pm\, Kentfield 
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/seminar-japanese-maple-pruning/
CATEGORIES:In-Store,Seminars & Events
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Vinyasa Yoga – All levels Welcome
DESCRIPTION:We welcome our own team member Emma Nystedt as she guides us into Wellness with her expert led Vinyasa Yoga. We’re so happy to have her share her meditation and stretching techniques. Relax and unwind and take a moment to self-care after the holiday season. This class is appropriate for all levels. Free! \nNot required\, but suggested props: a blanket\, yoga blocks (or similar) \n\nSat.\, Jan. 10th\, 11am \n\nSign up for this free Zoom webinar
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/webinar-vinyasa-yoga-all-levels-are-welcome/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T160000
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SUMMARY:Drop in & Chat: Monterey Bay Nursery
DESCRIPTION:We welcome Jeff Anderson from Monterey Bay Nursery to discuss and answer plant questions straight from the grower!  \n\n1/11 Sloat Blvd\, 10am – 4pm 
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/drop-in-chat-monterey-bay-nursery/
LOCATION:Sloat Boulevard\, SF\, 2700 Sloat Blvd\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94116\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Store
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Natural Dying on Silk Scarves
DESCRIPTION:Join Hanna The Wool Witch and learn the art of natural dying. We’ll go over scouring\, mordanting\, and which plants make great dyes! You will then sprinkle dried flowers onto a silk scarf that we will roll and steam to make a beautiful piece of wearable art. Participant fee: $50. Call the store to reserve your spot!  \n\n1/11\, 2 – 3pm Sloat Blvd.\, SF
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/workshop-wool-witch-scarf-making/
LOCATION:Sloat Boulevard\, SF\, 2700 Sloat Blvd\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94116\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Store,Seminars & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T170000
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Eco-Friendly Garden Tips
DESCRIPTION:We welcome Suzanne Bontempo from Our Water Our World! Learn how to manage pests in your landscape with practical\, eco-friendly strategies. Also\, learn how to spot common pests\, protect beneficial insects\, reduce runoff\, and use creative strategies that go beyond chemicals. From prevention tips to eco-friendly control methods\, gardeners and landscapers alike will gain practical tools that can be implemented right away. Free. \n\nWed.\, Jan. 14th\, 5pm \n\nRegister for this free Zoom webinar
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/webinar-eco-friendly-garden-tips/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T110000
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SUMMARY:CANCELED: How to Create a Monarch Butterfly Habitat
DESCRIPTION:We welcome our resident expert Chris Tompkins from our East Blithedale location. He’ll be sharing techniques and tips for creating a connection between monarch butterflies\, their life cycles throughout the seasons\, and the plants they depend on. A great class to help start out the gardening season!  Free. \nThis webinar has been canceled and will be rescheduled later this winter. Stay tuned!
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/webinar-how-to-create-a-monarch-butterfly-habitat/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T100000
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: How to Start your Vegetable Garden
DESCRIPTION:Spring is coming…and now is the perfect time to start your seeds. Our resident gardening expert Dan Alexander will share strategies and tips for starting a successful veggie garden from seed. He’ll cover various seed starting methods and troubleshoot challenges. This class is excellent for every level of gardener and a great way to start off the spring gardening season!  Free. \n\nSat.\, Jan. 24th\, 10am \n\nSign up for this free Zoom webinar
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/webinar-how-to-start-your-vegetable-garden/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Free Seminar: Fruit Tree Pruning - multiple dates & locations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of our most popular classes! We welcome back pruning expert Elizabeth Ruiz as she shares tips on how to prune fruit trees. Effective pruning is critical for preparing trees for a successful growing and fruiting season. Free! \n\n1/25\, 10am Danville \n1/25\, 1pm Concord  
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/seminar-fruit-tree-pruning/
CATEGORIES:In-Store,Seminars & Events
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SUMMARY:Free Seminar: Intro to Rose Pruning - Pleasant Hill
DESCRIPTION:We’re continuing this Education and Wellness packed month with rose pruning instruction from Rose Society members! This is an absolute must for any rose enthusiast. Experts will go over effective pruning techniques as well as care and trouble shooting. We hope to see you there! Free. \n\n1/25\, 10am Pleasant Hill\, class by Zach Wilson 
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/seminar-rose-pruning/
LOCATION:Sloat Pleasant Hill
CATEGORIES:In-Store,Seminars & Events
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SUMMARY:Drop in & Chat: Our Water Our World – Pleasant Hill
DESCRIPTION:We welcome Our Water Our World to discuss eco-friendly garden solutions! Perfect timing as we head into growing season! Learn about less toxic alternatives for managing pests and plant diseases while protecting our waterways and soil. This drop in & chat experience is an opportunity to ask your toughest gardening questions about disease control\, insect management\, and sustainable practices.  \n\n1/25/26: 10-4\, Pleasant Hill 
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/drop-in-chat-our-water-our-world/
LOCATION:Sloat Pleasant Hill
CATEGORIES:In-Store
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SUMMARY:Drop in: Kid's Craft Table! – Pleasant Hill
DESCRIPTION:Visit our Kid’s Craft Table during our Wellness & Education Events! Our team will be on hand to help your child create a simple bird feeder. Have them see how they can help bring birds to your garden! We’ll also have a seed starting station where kids can pick their seeds\, decorate a pot\, and plant them to see how plants grow. This was a hit last year so we had to do it again!  \n\n1/25\, 10-4\, Pleasant Hill \n\n 
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/drop-in-kids-craft-table/
LOCATION:Sloat Pleasant Hill
CATEGORIES:In-Store
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T140000
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SUMMARY:Free Seminar: Create a Butterfly Habitat  – Pleasant Hill
DESCRIPTION:We’re honored to welcome highly accredited butterfly expert Susan Dunlap\, CEO and head researcher at Habitats for Butterflies\, Inc.! Susan will share her expertise on which nectar plants attract local butterflies\, what makes them choose your garden\, and practical tips to transform your space into a butterfly paradise. Includes a 30-minute presentation plus Q&A.  Details: https://www.habitatsforbutterflies.org Free! \n\n1/25\, 1pm\, Pleasant Hill 
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/seminar-create-a-butterfly-habitat/
LOCATION:Sloat Pleasant Hill
CATEGORIES:In-Store,Seminars & Events
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Handcrafted Candles – Pleasant Hill
DESCRIPTION:Take a wellness break and craft your own candle! Join Rana from San Francisco’s Bella Candle shop as she guides you through creating a handcrafted candle with premium soy and coconut wax plus luxe fragrance oils. Learn melting\, scenting\, and pouring—then take home your beautiful\, finished candle! The workshop is beginner-friendly\, interactive\, and designed to be a relaxing\, creative experience.  \n$50 per person (includes all materials: wax\, jars\, wicks\, oils\, and equipment)  \nCall the store to reserve your spot!  \n\n1/25\, 2:30pm\, Pleasant Hill 
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/candle-making/
LOCATION:Sloat Pleasant Hill
CATEGORIES:In-Store,Seminars & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T110000
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CREATED:20251216T011223Z
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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Winter Birding Tips
DESCRIPTION:We welcome Glenn Phillips from Golden Gate Bird Alliance. He’ll be sharing winter birding practices and strategies for supporting the bird population during the cooler months. Free. Please join us!  \n\nSat.\, Jan. 31st\, 10am \n\nSign up for this free Zoom webinar 
URL:https://sloatgardens.com/event/webinar-winter-birding-tips/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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