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March 2020
Exhibit: Sogetsu School of Ikebana
Come view the San Francisco Branch of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana (Japanese flower arrangement) exhibit, presenting 20 unique and artistic Ikebana arrangements in the Visitor and Education Center at the Ruth Bancroft Garden.
Find out more »Ikebana Workshop: The Japanese Art of Flower Arranging
Watch a basic ikebana demonstration, led by Suiei Sensei, and then make your own arrangement to take home with materials inspired by the Ruth Bancroft Garden.
Find out more »Garden iPhoneography
Take your iPhone (or Android) to the next level and elevate your smartphone skills by exploring the powerful photography abilities in the colorful, early spring setting of the Garden.
Find out more »Free Day at Museum of the San Ramon Valley for RBG Members
On 10 March 2020, RBG members enjoy free admission at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley!
Find out more »Spring Watercolor Series
Learn the basic techniques of watercolor in the beautiful spring setting of the Ruth Bancroft Garden with Wendy Soneson.
Find out more »Firescaping- Designing a unique garden with the Firescaping Guidelines
Join us for a lecture about fire-safe garden design and fire-resistant plants that will make your garden more resilient if the worst does happen.
Find out more »Metallic Leaf Art
Capture the essence of your favorite plants in this fun metal art class. Learn how to create stunning botanical embellishments that will liven any room or patio.
Find out more »Jr. Botanist Series- Rooting For Plants
Does your child want to learn about plants, how to propagate and start a collection? Then this STEM related class is for your budding botanist!
Find out more »Landscaping with Trees
Learn how to select the best tree for your needs and what factors to consider for choosing the right species of tree for your yard. Proper site preparation and planting techniques will help you with successful, long-term maintenance in your landscape.
Find out more »Bancroft History Tour
Learn all about Ruth Peterson Bancroft’s life story through the narrative of the Bancroft family’s illustrious legacy in California.
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