Sonoma Ecology Center events are very popular. Reservations are required and space is limited for some activities, so call early to reserve space for you and/or your group. The contact and reservation information for each activity is listed below as applicable.

Recommended donation amounts are noted for some events. Your generous donations help us to continue offering these and similar types of activities throughout the year.

 

january 2008
february 2008
march 2008
april 2008

TUESDAY
APRIL 22
All Day

HAPPY EARTH DAY!!

may 2008
june 2008
july 2008
august 2008

ONGOING WED & FRI 4:00 - 6:00
SATURDAYS
10:00 - 1:00

VOLUNTEER AT SONOMA GARDEN PARK. SGP Coordinator, Rebecca Bozzelli will lead volunteers through a variety of seasonal gardening activities on Wednesdays and Saturdays. No experience necessary to join in the fun. Bring drinking water and a snack or lunch. Contact Rebecca at 996-9744 ext 23, 815-4871, or rebecca@sonomaecologycenter.org for more information

MON-FRI
August 4-8
9:00 - 3:00

SUMMER SCIENCE CAMP AT SONOMA GARDEN PARK . Children will discover the mysteries of the natural world this summer at the Science Camp at Sonoma Garden Park. Campers will have fun being nature investigators as they conduct science experiments, plant and harvest, visit the fig forest, observe birds and bees, and prepare fresh garden snacks! Camp also includes making crafts using natural materials and playing games. This session of camp is designed for ages 10-12. The cost for the camp is $200 for the weeklong session and runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information or to register please call Elly Seelye at (707) 996-0712 extension 124 or email elly@sonomaecologycenter.org.
september 2008

ONGOING WED & FRI 4:00 - 6:00
SATURDAYS
10:00 - 1:00

VOLUNTEER AT SONOMA GARDEN PARK. SGP Coordinator, Rebecca Bozzelli will lead volunteers through a variety of seasonal gardening activities on Wednesdays and Saturdays. No experience necessary to join in the fun. Bring drinking water and a snack or lunch. Contact Rebecca at 996-9744 ext 23, 815-4871, or rebecca@sonomaecologycenter.org for more information.

SATURDAY
SEPT 6
9:00 - 12:00

SEED SOWING IN THE NATIVE PLANT NURSERY. Sow seeds of native grasses from around the valley at the native plant nursery at Sonoma Garden Park (19990 7th St. East). Wear comfortable and/or waterproof shoes, layered clothing you do not mind getting dirty, and work gloves if you have them. Space is limited RSVP required. To reserve your space, please contact Joel Grogan at 707-996-0712 x113 or joel@sonomaecologycenter.org.

SATURDAY
SEPT 6
2:00 - 4:00

SUMMER FRUIT TREE PRUNING WORKSHOP AT SONOMA GARDEN PARK. Rebecca Bozzelli, Garden Manager at Sonoma Garden Park, will teach the basics of summer fruit tree pruning. Summer pruning is a great way to maximize fruit production as well as keep your trees to a manageable size. After these basics are taught, Rebecca will take you through the garden for a hands-on demonstration and practice period. The fee for the class is $20 (sliding scale). Call or email to pre-register: (707)996-9744 ext. 23
rebecca@sonomaecologycenter.org

SATURDAY
SEPT 20
:00 - noon

NATIONAL COASTAL CREEK CLEAN UP DAY. Nathanson Creek at SVHS. We will remove debris and pick up trash along the creek. Wear comfortable and/or waterproof shoes, layered clothing that you do not mind getting dirty, and work gloves if you have them. For more information, contact Julie Jehly at Sonoma
Ecology Center, julie@sonomaecologycenter.org and 996-0712 x115.
october 2008

ONGOING WED & FRI 4:00 - 6:00
SATURDAYS
10:00 - 1:00

VOLUNTEER AT SONOMA GARDEN PARK. SGP Coordinator, Rebecca Bozzelli will lead volunteers through a variety of seasonal gardening activities on Wednesdays and Saturdays. No experience necessary to join in the fun. Bring drinking water and a snack or lunch. Contact Rebecca at 996-9744 ext 23, 815-4871, or rebecca@sonomaecologycenter.org for more information.

SATURDAY
SEPT 6
9:00 - 12:00

NATIVE PLANT NURSERY WORK DAY. Join us for a morning of plant propagation and transplanting. SEC’s native plant nursery is located at the Sonoma Garden Park (19990 7th St. East). Wear comfortable and/or waterproof shoes, layered clothing you do not mind getting dirty, and work gloves if you have them. Space is limited RSVP required. To reserve your space, please contact Joel Grogan at 707-996-0712 x113 or joel@sonomaecologycenter.org.

TUESDAY
OCT 21
10:00 AM

WATER WISDON FORUM . Mayflower Hall, Glen Ellen Church, 5311 O’Donnell Lane, Glen Ellen, CA. Join Sonoma Ecology Center for a forum with a presentation by Brock Doloman of the Occidental Arts & Ecology Center.For more information, contact Julie Jehly at Sonoma
Ecology Center, julie@sonomaecologycenter.org and 996-0712 x115.

SATURDAY
OCT 25
10:00 AM to dusk

FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL AT SONOMA GARDEN PARK. Mark your calendars for a fun day in Sonoma Garden Park. Pumpkins, face painting, scarecrows, singing, and lots more. Gate opens at 10:00 am. Volunteers needed to help support the event. Call or email rebecca@sonomaecologycenter.org for more information or to get involved!
november 2008
december 2008