Seeding Demystified: How to be Successful in Starting New Plants from Seed (Online)
Online CA, United StatesDescription: Come learn the basics of growing plants from seed along with some tips and hacks that make it cheaper and easier to be successful. Presenter Master Gardener: Judith Dean Bio: Trained as a Master Gardener in 2006 by the University of California Cooperative Extension program. Additional training in plant propagation at Foothill College, San Francisco […]
Fall Vegetable Gardening
Half Moon Bay Library 620 Correas St, Half Moon Bay, CA, United StatesDescription: It’s time to plant your fall vegetables! In this introductory class, you’ll learn how to select seeds and seedlings that are most suited to your climate and conditions. Then you’ll learn how to plant seeds and seedlings and how to nurture them to yield the most bountiful fall and winter harvests. As a bonus, you’ll […]
SSMC Virtual Happy Hour: Sustainability Through the Arts (Online)
Online CA, United StatesWed, July 13, 5:30pm – 6:30pm DescriptionYou're invited to meet artists Anthony Bianconi and Joshua Harrison at Sustainable San Mateo County’s free Happy Hour on July 13 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Zoom to explore the connection between art and sustainability – how art can be used to convey healthy messages that raise awareness […]
Los Trancos – Happy Elves – Habitat Restoration: Yellow star thistle Removal
Los Trancos Open Space Preserve CA, United StatesJoin Midpen staff for a fun workday removing invasive yellow star thistle at Los Trancos Open Space Preserve. Staff will provide training on plant identification, removal techniques, and information about why we want to remove this plant from our local landscape. This project is an excellent opportunity for first-time volunteers! Want to learn more about […]
Linda Mar Beach Cleanup
1416 9th St 1416 9th St, Pacifica, CA, United StatesPacifica State Beach, 1416 9th St, California 95814, United States (map) DescriptionFrom 9am to 11am Site Captains: Jim, Ana and Junior site captains Meet at the southern end of the main parking lot (near Taco Bell). More details: http://pacificabeachcoalition.org/take-action/monthly-adopt-a-beach-cleanups/linda-mar-state-beach-cleanup/ Register online today to volunteer: https://goo.gl/ Click here for more information
COASTSIDE FARMERS MARKET
Shoreline Station 225 Cabrillo Hwy S, Half Moon Bay, CA, United StatesEvery Saturday from April to third Saturday in December, 9am - 1 pm. Coastside Farmers' Market a farmer-directed Certifed Market designed to link consumers with the Coastside farmers, ranchers, fishermen and culinary artisans that produce some of the most beautiful, nutritious and creative food in the world. They serve the Coastside community from Pacifica to […]
All Preserves Great & Small: Coal Creek
Coal Creek Preserve Palomar Park, CA, United StatesJoin Docent Naturalists Frances Reneau, Helena Cohen, and Paul Billig for the 15th in the "All Preserves" series celebrating the Midpen's 50th anniversary. Located in a hidden triangle area near Skyline Boulevard and a former section of Alpine Road, sits this small and popular preserve. Trail connections afford grand loops through adjacent preserves, and even […]
FOSTER CITY SHRED ONLY EVENT
Foster City, City Hall Parking Lot 610 Foster City Boulevard, Foster City, CA, United StatesLocated in the Foster City – City Hall parking lot. For Foster City residents ONLY. On-site secure shredding. MAXIMUM 3 standard size banker boxes (10″x 12″x 15″) per household. Shred event lasts until the time listed or until the truck is full, whichever comes first. This is a SHRED ONLY event: Electronic waste recycling is available […]
All Preserves Great & Small: El Corte de Madera Creek
El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve 16040 CA-35, Redwood City, CA, United StatesJoin Docent Naturalists Frances Reneau, Wendy Crowder, and Paula Maurano for the 16th in the "All Preserves" series celebrating Midpen's 50th anniversary. El Corte de Madera Creek (the place to cut wood in Spanish) is loaded with interesting history, both human and natural. Evidence of this land's clearcutting in the 1800's is still evident. Points […]
Coastal Walk at Pillar Point Bluff
Pillar Point Bluff Airport St, Moss Beach, CA, United StatesJoin Peninsula Open Space Trust for an afternoon walk at Pillar Point Bluff just north of Half Moon Bay! You will be guided by a POST representative who will share details about the area’s interesting natural history, from the coastal scrub habitat to the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve that hosts tide pools and breeding grounds for […]