In Conversation with Kier Holmes at the Mill Valley Public Library: Designing the Lush Dry Garden
2026-04-18 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Creekside Room-Mill Valley Public Library, 375 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, 94941, United States
This event is being held at the Mill Valley Public Library in the Creekside Room. Author Kier Holmes will be in conversation with Jen Strobel, Design Department Manager and Events Manager of Sloat Garden Center, about her new book Designing the Lush Dry Garden, which uses the Ruth Bancroft Garden as an example of how to create beautiful, water-wise landscapes that are also layered, textured, and colorful. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Registration is required.

Sloat Blvd Pop-Up: Botanical DJ
2026-04-25 10:30 - 13:30 | Sloat Boulevard, SF, 2700 Sloat Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94116, United States
Plants, beats, and coffee. Our Botanical DJ Series is here! Stop by our Sloat Blvd SF location on April 25th from 10:30am to 1:30pm. Mus1delic (@mus1delic) brings the tunes, The Quenched Trailer brings the coffee, and we’ll have the plants. Come soak up the season with us.

Sloat 3rd Ave, SF Pop-Up: Botanical DJ
2026-05-02 10:30 - 13:30 | Sloat 3rd Ave, SF, 327 3rd Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Plants, beats, and coffee. Our Botanical DJ Series is here! Stop by our 3rd Ave location on May 2nd from 10:30am to 1:30pm. Mus1delic (@mus1delic) brings the tunes, The Quenched Trailer brings the coffee, and we’ll have the plants. Come enjoy a little fresh air and good vibes with us.

Drop-In Clinic Novato: Plant Dr. is in!
2026-05-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Sloat Novato, 2000 Novato Blvd., Novato, CA, 94947, United States
We welcome local expert Suzanne Bontempo from Our Water Our World (OWOW). She will be on hand to answer plant remedy questions and offer eco-friendly solutions. This is a great opportunity to learn effective remedies specific to your garden. *Note: please bring any plant samples in a clear, sealed, plastic bag.

In-Store Pleasant Hill Seminar: The Basics of Watering & Feeding
2026-05-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Sloat Pleasant Hill
Join Zach as he walks you through essential watering and feeding techniques to keep your plants healthy and thriving. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this seminar is a great opportunity to ask questions, pick up new tips, and set your garden up for a successful season. Free.
Saturday, May 16th | 10:00 AM
Register for this seminar by calling the store: (925) 939-9000

Drop-In Clinic Petaluma: Plant Dr. is in!
2026-05-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Sloat Petaluma, 301 Wilson at East D St, Petaluma, CA, 94952, United States

Novato Pop-Up: Hot Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah
2026-05-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Sloat Novato, 2000 Novato Blvd., Novato, CA, 94947, United States
In-Store Novato Event: Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah Germany
Come try locally made hot sauces from Chef Sarah Germany, whose line of small batch sauces and jams is crafted from locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices with no added sugar and no artificial flavorings. Stop by and sample her unique, flavorful creations. Free tastings!

Sloat Blvd, SF Pop-Up: Hot Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah
2026-05-17 15:30 - 17:30 | Sloat Boulevard, SF, 2700 Sloat Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94116, United States
In-Store Sloat Blvd, SF Event: Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah Germany
Come try locally made hot sauces from Chef Sarah Germany, whose line of small batch sauces and jams is crafted from locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices with no added sugar and no artificial flavorings. Stop by and sample her unique, flavorful creations. Free tastings!

Pleasant Hill Pop-Up: Hot Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah
2026-05-31 11:00 - 13:00 | Sloat Pleasant Hill
In-Store Pleasant Hill Event: Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah Germany
Come try locally made hot sauces from Chef Sarah Germany, whose line of small batch sauces and jams is crafted from locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices with no added sugar and no artificial flavorings. Stop by and sample her unique, flavorful creations. Free tastings!

Concord Pop-Up: Hot Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah
2026-05-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Sloat Concord, 1555 Kirker Pass Rad, Concord, 94521, United States
In-Store Concord Event: Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah Germany
Come try locally made hot sauces from Chef Sarah Germany, whose line of small batch sauces and jams is crafted from locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices with no added sugar and no artificial flavorings. Stop by and sample her unique, flavorful creations. Free tastings!

Kentfield Pop-Up: Hot Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah
2026-06-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Sloat Concord, 1555 Kirker Pass Rad, Concord, 94521, United States
In-Store Kentfield Event: Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah Germany
Come try locally made hot sauces from Chef Sarah Germany, whose line of small batch sauces and jams is crafted from locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices with no added sugar and no artificial flavorings. Stop by and sample her unique, flavorful creations. Free tastings!

E. Blithedale, Mill Valley Pop-Up: Hot Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah
2026-06-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Sloat Concord, 1555 Kirker Pass Rad, Concord, 94521, United States
In-Store E. Blithedale, Mill Valley Event: Sauce Tasting with Chef Sarah Germany
Come try locally made hot sauces from Chef Sarah Germany, whose line of small batch sauces and jams is crafted from locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices with no added sugar and no artificial flavorings. Stop by and sample her unique, flavorful creations. Free tastings!

In-Store Pleasant Hill Seminar: Container Gardening 101
2026-06-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Sloat Pleasant Hill
Join expert Zach Wilson as he walks you through everything you need to know to get started with container gardening, from choosing the right containers and soil to selecting plants that thrive in pots. Zach will cover the basics of growing successfully in containers, whether you have a small patio, balcony, or just want to add some greenery to your outdoor space. Free.

Saturday, June 20th | 10:30 AM

Register for this seminar by calling the store: (925) 939-9000

In-Store Pleasant Hill Seminar: All About Drought Tolerant Perennials
2026-06-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Sloat Pleasant Hill
Join expert Tim Nash for an informative look at perennials that bring beautiful, lasting color to your garden year after year with minimal watering and upkeep. Tim will cover variety selection, planting techniques, and how to incorporate drought tolerant plants into your landscape for a low-maintenance garden that looks great season after season. Free.
Sunday, June 21st | 10:30 AM
Register for this seminar by calling the store: (925) 939-9000
