Imagine being able to harvest herbs as you need them right outside your kitchen door . . . or even from your kitchen counter. Learn about growing herbs in containers – even in a pumpkin! Use them in cooking or for enjoyment in your garden. From the mundane to the exotic, it’s time to learn about herbs.
Eww, gross! Is that what you think about those insects in your garden? Learn multiple techniques for effective pest control that are the least toxic for your home environment. Get the latest information on a variety of methods to keep those bad pests away, encourage beneficial insects and protect the environment.
Learn everything you need to know about sustainable home gardening practices. Workshops are developed in cooperation with University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of Orange County.
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Ready to enter the world of rose gardening? You came to the right place. This presentation covers the basics: selection, planting, care and feeding, integrated pest management and pruning. Learn which rose is right for you and how to care for it.
Workshops are developed in cooperation with University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of Orange County.
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Learn everything you need to know about sustainable home gardening practices. Workshops are developed in cooperation with University of California Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners of Orange County.
In this class you'll learn how to attract wildlife to your garden by creating a welcoming habitat. Learn to restore a natural balance, then reap the benefits as you enjoy watching birds, bees, butterflies and lizards in your own yard.
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The juried Festival will feature handmade artwork from more than 100 local artists in ceramics and sculpture; jewelry; drawing and painting; photography; fiber; and glass. For more information, visit our website.
The City of Irvine will host its annual Memorial Day Ceremony in the Formal Garden. Attendees will have the opportunity to memorialize our troops’ sacrifice by writing down a brief remembrance to be posted on a memory board at the event. Cards will also be available for well-wishers to send a message of appreciation and support to members of Irvine’s adopted 2/11 Marine Battalion. Visit our website for more information.
Memorial Day is a time of remembrance, when Americans honor those who have given their lives while defending our nation. On Sunday, May 29 at 4 p.m., a special Candle-lighting Ceremony will be held at the Northwood Gratitude and Honor Memorial. The ceremony, presented in partnership with the City of Irvine and the Northwood Memorial Committee, will include presentations by Gold Star families. Please bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Visit our website for more information.
Adventure Playground
1 Beech Tree Lane - 949-724-6815
Central Bark Dog Park
6405 Oak Canyon Road - 949-724-6600
Harvard Skate Park
14701 Harvard Avenue - 949-724-6821
Irvine Animal Care Center
6443 Oak Canyon Road - 949-724-7740
Irvine Fine Arts Center
14321 Yale Avenue - 949-724-6880
The Turtle Rock Nature Center is located at the base of the San Joaquin Hills in the City of Irvine, and serves as a community resource for environmental interest and concern. The five-acre nature preserve is both a home for wildlife and an outdoor classroom where visitors and program participants learn to protect our natural environment. Visitors can explore the nature center at their leisure, taking a self-guided trail walk during regular operating hours. Trails may be closed due to inclement weather.
Exhibition Dates: Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.