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CEO MESSAGE Adrienne L. Nakashima, CEO On February 19th, the South Coast Botanic Garden opened its gates to the Nature community, Connects’ sponsors, welcomingmajor it to the only donors Southern and friends of the Garden California stop of the Nature celebrated the opening weekend Connects exhibit. We had heard this of Nature Connects: Art with exhibit was helping set LEGO® Bricks exhibit at the records at various gardens and on zoos around the country.

VIP Preview Party Saturday, Its 20th impact at our Garden February presented by was yet to be Galileodetermined Innovation however, Camps and we knew that Morganhaving Stanley. these 27 sculptures, all nature themed, all made out of LEGO bricks, would somehow make its mark.

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And boy, did it ever!

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As the exhibit came to a close this past Mother’s Day weekend, we were in awe of the record breaking numbers.

Over 45,000 visitors came through the gates between February 19 and May 8. On Sunday, May 8 alone, over 1,700 people visited the Garden. Many more became members, donors and converts to the beauty and wonder a botanic garden can hold. Thousands learned what is possible when large open pits created from mining eventually became a landfill – and through creativity and determination – resulted in 87-acres of a thriving and lush botanic garden.

A true of example of what happens when ingenuity meets opportunity.

We could not have accomplished the feats of hosting an exhibit of this magnitude if it weren’t for the support of our sponsors, donors, staff members and volunteers.

It took many planning hours, ideas,

“Nature is SO Cool!”

– 10 year old “I’ve lived in the South Bay my whole life and never new this Garden was here!”

– First time visitor “The Garden is so beautiful!”

– Long-time member “Can we live here?”

– 1st grader

“Mom, I LOVE NATURE!” - 6 year old

meetings, and in some cases, leaps of faith, to achieve the results we did.

Regardless, everyone was committed to one thing - the importance of connecting people to nature and the known benefits making such connections have. The Nature Connects exhibit allowed us to introduce concepts of sustainability and wildlife habitats to thousands.

Children and families participated in the LEGO Build Workshops and Contest, hundreds downloaded the Get Connected

App and marketing and social media allowed us to reach millions well beyond our Garden gates.

A new energy has been infused into South Coast Botanic Garden. One that not only revels in the discovery of a dynamic natural world but one that looks forward with great anticipation for what exciting experiences lurk around the corner. We look forward to having you continue this magnificent journey with us!

South Coast Botanic Garden Staff worked around the clock to ensure a successful Nature Connects Exhibit.

OUR NATURE CONNECTS EXHIBIT WAS A HUGE SUCCESS THANKS TO THESE WONDERFUL SPONSORS

Andy & Portia Cohen

NATURE CONNECTS OPENS withPREVIEW PARTY Nature Connects’ sponsors, major donors and friends of the Garden celebrated the opening weekend of Nature Connects: Art with LEGO® Bricks exhibit at the VIP Preview Party on Saturday, February 20th presented by Galileo Innovation Camps and Morgan Stanley.

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JUNE 2nd

SOUTH BAY FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL

5th

FLOWER FOTO FEST

JULY 1st

SOUTH COAST FUCHSIA SOCIETY –

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11th & 12th

10th & 24th

PICNIC DAY – THE BANYAN GROVE

36TH ANNUAL FUCHSIA FESTIVAL SHOW AND SALE

12th & 26th PICNIC DAY – THE FUCHSIA GARDEN

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DESTINATION SCIENCE 17th

26th 20TH ANNUAL CELEBRATE

26th

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KIDS CLUB – ORCHIDS OF ASIA

7th

TROJANFEST

13th

JR. SUPER HERO RUN

1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

DESTINATION SCIENCE

14th & 28th

PICNIC DAY – CONIFERS AND EVERGREENS

17th KIDS CLUB – AUSTRALIA

13th, 20th, 27th

WELLNESS FOOD & WINE TASTING EVENT

MOVIE NIGHT: PITCH PERFECT

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SHOP & LEARN PLANT CLINIC: AUSTRALIAN PLANTS PV SYMPHONIC BAND: POPS N PICNIC

5th, 11th, 18th, 25th

DESTINATION SCIENCE

21st

GARDEN WALK: HIDDEN TRAILS (members only)

MEMBERS ONLY August 6th

ANNUAL MEETING & BREAKFAST

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WINDY RIDGE BLUE GRASS BAND –

THE BLUEGRASS VOICE OF THE SOUTH BAY 19th

MOVIE NIGHT: WALL-E

27th & 28th

SOUTH COAST DAHLIA SOCIETY SHOW

28th

KIDS CLUB – PLANTS OF NORTH AMERICA

Join us for two great movie nights!

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Aug. 19

Gates Open @ 6pm

Gates Open @ 6pm

8pm-10pm

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What’s in Bloom

JUNE Brachychiton, Bottle Brush, Cape Chestnut, Crape Myrtle, Fuchsia, Jacaranda, Jasmine, Lavender, Magnolia, Palo Verde Tree, Rose, Sausage Tree

JULY Agapanthus, Brachychiton, Crape Myrtle, Cassia Tree, Dahlia, Fuchsia, Jasmine, Lavender, Magnolia, Palo Verde Tree, Prickly Pear Cactus, Rose, Salvia, Sausage Tree

AUGUST Agapanthus, Brachychiton, Crape Myrtle, Crinum Lily, Cassia Tree, Dahlia, Fuchsia, Magnolia, Palo Verde Tree, Rose, Salvia, Sunflower, Toyon 5

JUNE Registration Opens: May 25 Please visit southcoastbotanicgarden. org/event-policies to learn more about event and class policies.

Events FERRARI CAR SHOW

NEW! Thursday, Jun. 2 Doors Open 6:00pm, Live Music 6:00pm –

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8:15pm, Movie 8:30pm Cost: $14 General Admission, First 200 Garden members to purchase tickets receive the discounted price of $10.

Please join us for a special movie screening under the stars as we partner with The South Bay Film & Music Festival to present the 30th Anniversary screening of Stand by Me. Bring a blanket or chairs and start the evening off with our live music, wine and food trucks for a perfect date night or night out with friends. Please note that the movie is Rated R. Visit www.SouthBayFest.com for details.

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NEW! FLOWER FOTO FEST Sunday, Jun. 5

9:00am – 4:00pm Cost: $89 members / $99 non-members Purchase your tickets at http:// creativephotoacademy.com/events/flowerfoto-fest/.

Presented jointly by Paul’s Photo and the South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation, the Flower Foto Fest is a wonderful opportunity for photographers of all ages, skill levels and interests. Experts from Paul’s Photo and representatives from renowned photography brands will guide you through a full day of photographical education.

SOUTH COAST FUCHSIA SOCIETY – 36TH ANNUAL FUCHSIA FESTIVAL SHOW AND SALE

Saturday and Sunday, Jun. 11 and 12 10:00am – 4:00pm Included with Garden admission What's trending? The South Coast Fuchsia Society's 36th Fuchsia Festival! This year we are featuring fuchsias that are well adapted to our current Southern California climate. You will find varieties that are heat-tolerant, mite-resistant and just plain beautiful in a wide array of colors.

No registration required.

Sunday, Jun. 12 10:00am – 2:00pm Included with paid Garden admission With their beginnings in racing, the legendary Ferrari has been in production since 1943. Since then, company cars have racked up over 5,000 successes on race tracks and roads all over the world. Come to see these legendary cars on the Upper Meadow as displayed by the Ferrari Club of America – Southwest Region.

No registration required.

PICNIC DAY – THE FUCHSIA GARDEN

Sundays, Jun. 12 and 26 9:00am – 5:00pm Included with Garden admission The Fuchsia is a beautiful ornamental plant with delicate hanging flowers. The blossoms range in color and like light but not full sun. Be sure to visit the South Coast Fuchsia Show and Sale on June 11 and 12 from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Visit Guest Services or the Gift Shop for additional information about the Fuchsia Garden for your self-guided tour, and enjoy your visit.

Picnics are not provided; however feel free to bring your own.

No registration required. Picnic Days occur on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.

Art IKEBANA FLORAL DESIGN

Tuesdays, Jun. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jul. 5, 12, 19, 26 12:30pm – 2:30pm Cost: $80 members / $95 non-members Materials Fee: $40 beginners / $80 advanced Yumiko Kikkawa teaches the mechanics of manipulation and the observation of materials for their best usage in gaining an oriental view on floral arrangement. Class is limited to 20 students maximum on a first come, first served basis.

Registration required.

ORIENTAL IMPRESSIONISTIC WATERCOLOR

Fridays, Jun. 24, Jul. 1, (skip 8), 15, 22, 29, Aug. 5, 12, 19 9:00am – 12:00pm Cost: $70 members / $85 non-members Instructor Hisako Asano will teach you how to capture paintings of nature that capture the soft colored art form that is expressed in her teachings and techniques. You will learn to mix and blend colors and manipulate 3-D values with a single stroke. Class is limited to 20 students maximum.

Lottery registration information available at www.southcoastbotanicgarden.org.

Health � Wellness

TAI CHI IN THE GARDEN

20TH ANNUAL CELEBRATE WELLNESS FOOD & WINE TASTING EVENT

Sunday, Jun. 26 3:00pm – 7:00pm Hosted by Cancer Support Community Redondo Beach Cost: $150 per person To purchase tickets, visit their website at www.cancersupportredondobeach.org or call Lori Moore at (310) 376-3550.

This annual event, held at the Garden, supports the Cancer Support Community Redondo Beach (CSCRB). CSCRB has been providing support services for cancer patients and their loved ones completely free of charge for the past 29 years. Many local restaurants, wineries, breweries and other beverage vendors participate.

Saturdays, Jun. 4, 11, 18, 25, Jul. 2, (skip 9), 16, (skip 23), 30, Aug. (skip 6), 13, 20, 27 8:00am – 9:00am Cost: $90 members / $110 non-members Drop-in: $10 members / $12 non-members Let's come together, release tension, increase balance and feel completely relaxed with Tai Chi in the Garden. Tai Chi is a graceful series of ancient Chinese meditative movements that help maintain physical health, well-being and spiritual essence.

Anyone can learn Tai Chi – any age, all levels of fitness.

Registration required. Online pre-registration is highly recommended.

NEW! MORNING GLORY ACTIVE HOUR – MEMBERS ONLY

Wednesdays, Jun. 8, 15, 22, 29, Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 8:00am – 9:00am No fees associated with this course Garden members are granted special access before the gates open to promote a healthy lifestyle.

Join us for a self-directed cardio workout in the Garden with chirping birds cheering you on. No exercise equipment (i.e., weights, props, etc.) permitted. This class is for Garden members only.

Registration and Guest Services Center check-in required.

i n th e G a rd e n Health � Wellness MORNING BLISS YOGA IN THE GARDEN

Wednesdays, Jun. 8, 15, 22, 29, Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27 9:30am – 10:30am Cost: $80 members / $95 non-members Drop-in: $12 members / $15 non-members Join us for the yoga series “A Path to Abundance” for a weekday escape as Nicole leads us through yoga sets to energize, strengthen and rejuvenate the body and soul.

A wonderful benefit for the body and mind whether taken in the series or separately. Sound healing and optional aromatherapy are a part of the experience! All levels encouraged.

Registration required.

YOGA IN THE GARDEN

Saturdays, Jun. 11, 18, 25, Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 9:30am – 10:30am Cost: $80 members / $95 non-members Drop-in: $12 members / $15 non-members Join us for the yoga series “A Path to Prosperity” as Nicole leads us through yoga sets to energize, strengthen and rejuvenate the body and soul. A wonderful benefit for the body and mind whether taken in the series or separately. Live music, sound healing and optional aromatherapy are a part of the experience! All levels encouraged.

Registration required.

STRENGTH AND CARDIO FITNESS IN THE GARDEN

Photo by: Jeff Staton

SERIES 1: Tuesdays, Jun. 21, 28, Jul. 5, 12, 19, 26, Aug. 2, 9 SERIES 2: Thursdays, Jun. 23, 30, Jul. 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4, 11 6:30pm – 8:00pm Cost Per Series: $50 members / $65 nonmembers Drop-in: $10 members / $12 non-members Materials List: Bring a mat and 3-5 pound hand weights and water.

This total body workout employs strength and cardio intervals. All major muscle groups are engaged with the use of hand weights and floor exercises. Dance-like cardio intervals are performed to lively, motivating music to elevate the heart rate and burn calories. This class includes mat exercises for core, with stretching and cool-down.

Registration required.

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SMART GARDENING COMPOSTING WORKSHOP – BEGINNING CLASS DESTINATION SCIENCE: THE FUN CAMP FOR CURIOUS KIDS! Ages K – 6th Grade (as of next fall) Monday – Friday Weeks: Jun. 13, 20, 27, Jul. 5, 11, 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 9:00am – 3:00pm (Extended Care 3:00pm – 4:30pm) Please call (888) 909-2822 for pricing information. Enroll now to receive spring savings!

Hey Kids! Robots and Rockets are landing near you! Build a walking Dino-Robot, launch a roaring rocket and unmask superhero science to construct your own Vroom mobile. Kids will explore, create and take home over 20 science gizmos and gadgets from STEM focused camps.

Time to stir up some science fun! www.destinationscience.org (888) 909-2822 info@destinationscience.org

KIDS CLUB – ORCHIDS OF ASIA Sunday, Jun. 26 12:00pm – 2:00pm Included with Garden admission Parents and children will learn about the beautiful, tropical, orchid plants of Asia while painting a beautiful orchid picture. Activities are recommended for children three years and older. Adult supervision required.

No registration required.

Saturday, Jun. 25 9:30am – 12:00pm Included with Garden admission This workshop will introduce you to SMART gardening by covering composting, verma-composting, grass recycling, recycling materials from home and water wise gardening to improve soil at home. Discount bins will be available to purchase on-site. Cash or checks only will be accepted. Exact change is preferred – Compost Bins: $40, Worm Bins: $65 (with worms), Coconut Coir: $3. Please visit www. smartgardening.com for more information.

No registration required.

SHOP & LEARN PLANT CLINIC: ASIAN PLANTS

Sunday, Jun. 26 12:00pm – 2:00pm Included with Garden admission Stop by the Courtyard anytime between the listed hours for expert advice on how Asian plants can be incorporated into your home landscape. Volunteers from our Propagation Department will be on hand to answer plant questions of all kinds and to help you pick out the best plants for your soil, microclimate and personal taste. Asian plants will be available for informed purchases through the Gift Shop.

Proceeds from sales directly support the Garden and associated programs.

No registration required.

Wildli�e AUDUBON BIRD WALKS

Sundays, Jun. 12, Jul. 10, Aug. 14 8:00am – 11:00am No fees associated with this course Are you interested in birds? Join Steve Dexter, Ed Griffin and Manuel Duran of the Palos Verdes/ South Bay Audubon Society as we tour the Garden in search of birds. Bird Walks are a great way to learn to identify birds. No experience is required, but binoculars are recommended. The group meets in the Courtyard and then heads out into the Garden. Please be punctual should you wish to join the group.

No registration required.

GARDEN WALK – SUMMER SOLSTICE

Thursday, Jun. 16 5:00pm – 7:00pm No fees associated with this course Limited to 35 participants – Members only.

Members may invite one (1) non-member guest per membership ‘Sol’ + ‘stice’ derives from a combination of Latin words meaning ‘sun’ + ‘to stand still’. As the days lengthen, the sun rises higher and higher until it seems to stand still in the sky. Join us for an after-hours walk to celebrate the beauty of the Garden in the magical midsummer light. Dress accordingly for the weather, and bring along water and binoculars if you wish. Registration required for each participant, including guests, on a first come, first served basis. Register by calling the Guest Services Center at (310) 544-1948.

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MOVIE NIGHT: PITCH PERFECT

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Friday, Jul. 1 Gates Open: 6:00pm 8:00pm – 10:00pm Tickets: Free for members / $5 non-members (ages 2 and older) The perfect date night! Bring a blanket and chairs, and grab a spot on our Upper Meadow ​ to enjoy the​hilarious and musically entertaining Pitch Perfect movie. Enjoy some pre-movie performances, food and drinks (available for purchase).

PICNIC DAY – THE BANYAN GROVE

Sundays, Jul. 10 and 24 9:00am – 5:00pm Included with Garden admission As you walk along Tram Road, along the part that borders Crenshaw Blvd, you will notice a stand of 19 extremely large trees. These are our Moreton Bay fig trees – otherwise known as the Banyan grove. These trees were planted in the late 1960’s as a wind-break from wind and noise coming from Crenshaw. Today they are recognized as the largest collection of fig trees. Visit Guest Services or the Gift Shop for additional information about the Banyans and Fig trees for your self-guided tour, and enjoy your visit.

Picnics are not provided; however feel free to bring your own.

No registration required. Picnic Days occur on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.

Photo by: Linda Detwiler Burner

PV SYMPHONIC BAND: POPS N PICNIC

Sunday, Jul. 17 Picnic: 5:30pm Concert: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Cost: $10 per person at the door The Palos Verdes Symphonic Band is a local non-profit band. They play concerts at a number of different venues in the South Bay and neighboring communities. This 60-person band is led by maestro David Stanton. Their varied repertoire includes original band music, jazz, show tunes, marches and folk favorites from America and around the world. This concert will feature vocalists Lisa Eden, soprano, and Jahmaul Bakare, tenor. Bring a blanket and/or beach chairs and a picnic, and enjoy the music of the band on the Upper Meadow.

Photo by: Jeff Staton

Wildli�e AUDUBON BIRD WALKS

Sundays, Jul. 10, Aug. 14 8:00am – 11:00am No fees associated with this course Full details listed on page 7.

GARDEN WALK: HIDDEN TRAILS

Thursday, Jul. 21 5:00pm – 7:00pm No fees associated with this course Limited to 25 participants – Members only.

Members may invite one (1) non-member guest per membership Join us after hours exploring little known and seldom seen nooks and crannies in the Garden.

With 87 acres to explore there are many ‘secret’ places to find. We will also be observing animal activity in the Garden. A refreshment stop will be included halfway through the walk. Dress accordingly for the weather, and bring along water and binoculars if you wish. Registration required for each participant, including guests, on a first come, first served basis.

Register by calling the Guest Services Center at (310) 544-1948.

Photo by: Thomas Zimmerman

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Health � Wellness TAI CHI IN THE GARDEN

Saturdays, Jul. 2, (skip 9), 16, (skip 23), 30, Aug. (skip 6), 13, 20, 27 8:00am – 9:00am Drop-in: $10 members / $12 non-members Full series details listed on page 6.

YOGA IN THE GARDEN

Saturdays, Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 9:30am – 10:30am Drop-in: $12 members / $15 non-members Full series details listed on page 7.

Family � Kids KIDS CLUB – AUSTRALIA

Sunday, Jul. 17 12:00pm – 2:00pm Included with Garden admission Parents and children will learn about plants of Australia. Parents can attend the Shop & Learn, and kids will paint an Australian Aboriginal dot painting. Activities are recommended for children three years and older. Adult supervision required.

No registration required.

Tuesdays, Jul. 5, 12, 19, 26, Aug. 2, 9 6:30pm – 8:00pm Drop-in: $10 members / $12 non-members Full series details listed on page 7.

NEW! MORNING GLORY

ACTIVE HOUR – MEMBERS ONLY

Wednesdays, Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 8:00am – 9:00am No fees associated with this course Full details listed on page 6.

MORNING BLISS YOGA IN THE GARDEN Wednesdays, Jul. 6, 13, 20, 27 9:30am – 10:30am Drop-in: $12 members / $15 non-members Full series details listed on page 7.

STRENGTH AND CARDIO FITNESS IN THE GARDEN – SERIES 2

Thursdays, Jul. 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4, 11 6:30pm – 8:00pm Drop-in: $10 members / $12 non-members Full series details listed on page 7.

Photo by: Inga Vassileva

STRENGTH AND CARDIO FITNESS IN THE GARDEN – SERIES 1

Gardenin� SMART GARDENING COMPOSTING WORKSHOP – ADVANCED CLASS

Saturday, Jul. 16 9:30am – 12:00pm Included with Garden Admission This workshop will teach organic gardening, drought-tolerant landscaping and integrated pest management techniques. There will also be a short review of composting, verma-composting, grass recycling, recycling materials from home and water wise gardening to improve soil at home. Discount bins will be available to purchase on-site. Only cash or checks will be accepted. Exact change is encouraged – Compost Bins: $40, Worm Bins: $65 (with worms), with additional materials available. Please visit www. smartgardening.com for more information.

No registration required.

SHOP & LEARN PLANT CLINIC: AUSTRALIAN PLANTS

Art PINE NEEDLE BASKET WEAVING TWO-DAY WORKSHOP

Saturdays, Jul. 16 and 23 1:00pm – 4:30pm Cost: $45 members / $60 non-members Materials Fee: $10 These show-stopping pieces have been gracing the shelves of the Gift Shop for some time. Join our very own Craft Workshop instructors for this two-part class in learning to build a waxed-linen, pine needle basket from pine needles in the Woodland Walk.

Sunday, Jul. 17 12:00pm – 2:00pm Included with Garden Admission Stop by the Courtyard anytime between the listed hours for expert advice on how Australian plants can be incorporated into your home landscape. Volunteers from our Propagation Department will be on hand to answer plant questions of all kinds. Australian plants will be available for informed purchases through the Gift Shop. Proceeds from sales directly support the Garden and associated programs.

No registration required.

Photo by: Linda Detwiler Burner

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Sunday, Aug. 7 12:30pm – 4:00pm Cost: Family-friendly Pricing TrojanFest is a USC Trojan Family festival bringing together more than 400 alumni and friends in the South Bay. The event is a collaboration between several alumni groups including the Young Alumni Council, Trojan Clubs, The Second Decade Society, Marshall Partners and the Trojan League of South Bay. Highlights of the “Choose Your Own Adventure” day include new and exciting entertainment, Traveler, the Trojan Marching Band, a beer garden, Song Girls and Dance Force performances, kids’ activities and much more. For more information, please contact Laurie Love at laurielove@socal.rr.com

PICNIC DAY – CONIFERS AND EVERGREENS

Sundays, Aug. 14 and 28 9:00am – 5:00pm To the northeast of the Garden is our Conifer/ Pine collection. Its dappled and shaded areas will remind you of a mountain top. It is also very quiet in this area, giving the impression of being far from the suburban areas surrounding the Garden. Visit Guest Services or the Gift Shop for additional information about the conifer and evergreen trees for your self-guided tour, and enjoy your visit. Picnics are not provided; however feel free to bring your own.

No registration required. Picnic Days occur on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.

MEMBERS ONLY

ANNUAL MEETING & BREAKFAST Saturday, Aug. 6 Walk in the Garden: 7:30am Continental Breakfast: 8:30am Annual Meeting: 9:00am Open to all Garden members – No fee Please see pg 12 for more information.

WINDY RIDGE BLUEGRASS BAND – THE BLUEGRASS VOICE OF THE SOUTH BAY

Sunday, Aug. 14 5:00pm – 7:00pm Cost: $15 per person at the door Bring a picnic and enjoy the band as they play traditional, contemporary and original bluegrass songs. Acoustic instruments blend with vocals in lead and harmony. Bring a blanket and/or beach chairs and a picnic, and enjoy the music of the band on the Upper Meadow.

SOUTH COAST DAHLIA SOCIETY SHOW

Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 27 and 28 9:00am – 4:00pm Included with Garden admission Sponsored by the South Coast Dahlia Society.

The hybrid dahlias are ideal plants bringing drama and excitement to many gardens. They provide flowers from June to October in all colors except blue. Blooms may be single, double, pom-pom, tiny to dinner plate in size.

No registration required.

AUDUBON BIRD WALKS

Sunday, Aug. 14 8:00am – 11:00am No fees associated with this course Full details listed on page 7.

GARDEN WALK: THE HISTORY OF THE GARDEN

Thursday, Aug. 18 5:00pm – 7:00pm No fees associated with this course Limited to 25 participants – Members only.

Members may invite one (1) non-member guest per membership The Garden has a fascinating history. Join this walk, and learn about the beginnings of the Garden from mine to landfill to lush Botanic Garden. You will visit the original entrance to the Garden, view where the first planting took place, see the above-ground pipes that were used to pipe away the methane gasses that developed as the organic matter in the landfill decomposed and see other places within the Garden as well that have historical value. Dress accordingly for the weather, and bring along water and binoculars if you wish. Registration required for each participant, including guests, on a first come, first served basis.

Register by calling the Guest Services Center at (310) 544-1948.

PV SYMPHONIC BAND: LABOR DAY CONCERT

SAVE THE DATE

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TROJANFEST

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Monday, Sep. 5 Picnic: 4:30pm Concert: 5:00pm – 7:00pm Cost: $10 per person at the door The Palos Verdes Symphonic Band is a local non-profit band. They play concerts at a number of different venues in the South Bay and neighboring communities. This 60-person band is led by maestro David Stanton. Their varied repertoire includes original band music, jazz, show tunes, marches and folk favorites from America and around the world. The concert theme will be "Mariachi on the Meadow" and will feature the band Mariachi Tesoro. Bring a blanket and/ or beach chairs and a picnic, and enjoy the music of the band on the Upper Meadow.

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Health � Wellness STRENGTH AND CARDIO FITNESS IN THE GARDEN – SERIES 1

Tuesdays, Aug. 2, 9 6:30pm – 8:00pm Drop-in: $10 members / $12 non-members Full series details listed on page 7.

NEW! MORNING GLORY

ACTIVE HOUR – MEMBERS ONLY Wednesdays, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 8:00am – 9:00am No fees associated with this course Full details listed on page 6.

STRENGTH AND CARDIO FITNESS IN THE GARDEN – SERIES 2

Thursdays, Aug. 4, 11 6:30pm – 8:00pm Drop-in: $10 members / $12 non-members Full series details listed on page 7.

TAI CHI IN THE GARDEN

Saturdays, Aug. (skip 6), 13, 20, 27 8:00am – 9:00am Drop-in: $10 members / $12 non-members Full series details listed on page 6.

Photo by: Thomas Zimmerman

Family � Kids JR. SUPER HERO RUN

Saturday, Aug. 13 8:00am – 12:00pm Cost: Pre-registration: $20 Day of registration: $30 Spectators: $10 Children 2 and under free Use code SCBGNL2016 for a $5 discount per ticket when registering online at https://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/ select-race?e=27218352.

The Jr Hero Run is a live action adventure filled with super heroes, villains and courageous deeds! Grab a water gun and a cape to take back the Garden from invading villains and save the world. Upon finishing the course and recovering a stolen coin from the villain fortress, heroes are awarded a medal at the finish line. A percentage of the proceeds for this run are given to the South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation and to the Make-A-Wish Greater LA Foundation.

MOVIE NIGHT: WALL-E

Friday, Aug. 19 Gates Open: 6:00pm 8:00pm – 10:00pm Tickets: Free for members / $5 non-members (ages 2 and older) Bring a blanket and chairs to enjoy a family-friendly outdoor movie night under the stars.

Children and adults can enjoy Wall-E, the tale of an adorable, eco-friendly robot who dedicates his life to cleaning up the earth and makes friends along the way. Gates open at 6:00 pm.

Arrive early to enjoy our pre-movie entertainment! Food and drinks available for purchase.

Photo by: Jeff Staton

KIDS CLUB – PLANTS OF NORTH AMERICA

Sunday, Aug. 28 12:00pm – 2:00pm Included with Garden admission Parents and children will learn about the Echeveria and Agave plants. Parents can attend the Shop & Learn, and kids will do a potting activity. Activities are recommended for children three years and older.

Adult supervision required.

No registration required.

Gardenin�

NEW! GARDENING WITH ESSENTIAL OILS

Sunday, Aug. 14 12:00pm – 12:30pm or 12:30pm – 1:00pm Included with Garden admission Location: Cornish Courtyard Join Flin Grant to explore the fascinating uses of essential oils for non-toxic gardening. Learn about the basics of essential oils, practical applications and simple recipes for natural, chemical-free solutions in your home and garden.

No registration required.

SHOP & LEARN CONTINENTAL SERIES: ECHEVERIAS OF NORTH AMERICA

Sunday, Aug. 28 12:00pm – 2:00pm Included with Garden admission Speaker: Jim Gardener In our final installment of the Continental Series, we will explore our own North American backyards, focusing on our unique California and Mexico landscapes featuring perfectly adapted Echeverias. We will discuss propagation of and basic care. California Native plants will be available for an informed purchase after the lecture.

No registration required.

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Art

WALKER AND BOWES in

presents the

Garden

Over 30 new art installations will be on display from June 4th through October 31st. Walk the Garden, and hunt for these magical art displays. Each work of art will overwhelm you and bring light and joy into your life. Become part of something magnificent this summer at the Garden.

SPECIAL EVENTS A select group of artworks will be sold on: Saturday & Sunday, Jun. 4 & 5 Saturday & Sunday, Aug. 20 & 21

| South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation | SUMMER IN THE GARDEN

Saturday & Sunday, October 8 & 9

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Join us for the Annual Meeting

& Breakfast August 6, 2016

Time

Meeting and Program

7:00 AM 7:30 AM & 8:00 AM

Gates Open Garden Program TBD

8:30 AM 9:00 AM

Continental Breakfast Business Meeting and Program

The Nominating Committee of the Board of Trustees is pleased to present to the membership the following individuals for election as a Trustee of South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation.

James Gardner (incumbent) Robin Hill (incumbent) Peter Olpe (incumbent) Ken Pickar (incumbent)

There is no charge to attend the Annual Meeting.

An RSVP is required.

RSVP no later than July 29, 2016 call: (310) 544-1948 or email : info@southcoastbotanicgarden.org

SUPERINTENDENT MESSAGE Tanya E. Finney Coccinellidae A.K.A “Ladybirds”, “Lady Beetles”, or “Ladybugs” are a favorite find for the many young visitors to the Garden. The look on a toddler’s face when she finds one in the flowers is priceless and a reminder every day of how special this Garden is. This spring we were happy to provide a new home to several million ladybugs and I wanted to share with you a little bit more about these special creatures.

Ladybugs live for about one year, maturing from larvae then pupating to their adult form. In winter the adults hunker down near water, in the spring and summer they will mate, lay eggs, and then die. The larvae live for about one month and are particularly voracious predators of aphids and other soft bodied insects. After the larvae mature, they pupate and emerge as adult ladybugs. As with many insects, the larvae look completely alien from the adult forms. Ladybug larvae look like small alligators with a black body and red stripes.

As part of the Garden’s Integrated Pest Management or IPM program, we encourage these natural predators to help control early spring aphid infestations. This last year we partnered with Orcon, a

local organic pest control company to release several million Convergent Ladybugs into the Garden. These beetles are native to California and overwinter in the Sierra Nevada foothills.

We spoke to a friend of the Garden who is a ladybug expert about collection and release of ladybugs for biological control of aphids: “The ladybugs released in the early spring are at the end of their natural life cycle. They are looking for aphids to eat so they can mate and lay eggs. Look for the clusters of yellowish eggs on the underside of the leaves and keep your eye out for the resulting larvae. They look like little alligators, pointy on both ends, black with red stripes/blotches.”

On your next Garden visit be sure to look for the ladybugs and their larvae; and help us cheer them on in their efforts to keep the flowering plants free from aphids.

WINNER SCBG VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

PARKS AND RECREATION VOLUNTEER INVOLVEMENT AWARD IT'S OFFICIAL! OUR VOLUNTEERS ARE THE BEST! The SCBG Volunteer Program won the Volunteer Involvement Award at the LA County Department of Parks and Recreation annual awards program which recognizes people, parks, and Programs of excellence throughout the Department.

The Volunteer Involvement Award recognizes programs or employees for the best utilization and involvement of volunteers. SCBG Volunteer Program was recognized for excellence in volunteer best practices and for the many lives touched through the Volunteer Program. A huge “Thank You!” to our amazing community of volunteers for their dedicated service to the Garden and community.

L to R: Darlene Lackey, Patrick Kol, Sophia Jensen, Michelle Caruthers, Jessica Nye, Joey Tsan

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Donors Individuals, corporations and community organizations named here gave financial support to help sustain the mission of the South Coast Botanic Garden from December 2015 through February 2016. A special thank you to all who provide for the improvement, maintenance and preservation of South Coast Botanic Garden.

GIFTS TO THE GARDEN Bente D. Addington Eric & Jimi Anderson John Antich & Suzanne Mayer Marian & Deborah Austin Jeanette Betts & Herman Laham Jonathan & Toshiko Bigelow Dean & Karen Billman J. Ralph Black Jeff & Susan Breckenridge David & Marilyn Breeding Mike & Donna Ciminera Roger & Dorothy Clapp Andy & Portia Cohen Helen Connelly Sam & Lorraine Curry Paul De Alleaume Valerie Donahue George & Josefina Ellis Jo & John Featherstone Sally & Mel Feldman Robin Friend Phd Ruth Geller E. Norman & Suzanne George Jim & Mary Gisbrecht Jim & Sharon Givens Leonard Guiton Robert Gustafson Sharon L. Guthrie John Hammonds William & Mary Lou Hayden

Robin Hill Shayne & Carol Howden Dr. Cassie Jones Celia Joughin & Ralph Thomson Trudy Kanemitsu Paul & Paula Kim Gudrun & Ronald Kimmel Michael & Kathleen Klineman Nicholas Kozis & Trinity Donias Dr. Ian & Sherry Kramer Norman Lantz & Judith Peach B. Allen & Dorothy Lay Allen Lee Clinton & Hawn Lew Kay & Paul Lupo Tim & Sandy Marshall Mauricio & Mia Martinez Mary Louise Mavian Joann & Alan Miyamoto Ingeborg & Joseph Montich Phyllis Morrison Hazel Mullins Gloria & Walter Nakashima William & Susan Neusteter John E. & Amanda Nordin II Marilyn O'Kane Joy Paris-Johnson & Mark Johnson Daniel & Judy Platus Karen & William Plourde Jr.

Pamela Popovich Barbara Pritzkat Roberta Ramirez Rebecca Rangel Ann Rode Peggy K. Roland Fern Ruiz & P.J. Hayden Edmond & Irene Russ Frank Sesno Rayne & Pam Sherman Ron Shestokes Renee Soiffer Brent & Ruta Sprenkle Gerald & Rita Squillante Betty Strauss Mr. & Mrs. Tabor Keiko Takanhashi Regina Taylor & Marc Mazorou Douglas & Alice Thomas Dorothy Thompson Ronald Thompson Sharon Trani & David Alexander Shigeo & Anna Tsuruoka June & John Uharriet Michael & Rita Wahl Sumiko Wolanin Nora & Stephen Yusa Tom & Paula Zimmerman

Photo by: Linda Detwiler Burner

| South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation | SUMMER IN THE GARDEN

TRIBUTE GIFTS including ADOPT-A-ROSE

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Lorraine Beckett Harold & Marie Bowers Dick Kohlshrieber Marilyn & Harrry Leapape

Susie Norton Romona See Silver Spur Garden Club South Coast Rose Society

Judith White Scott & Kathleen White

CHILDREN'S GARDEN Pamela Reis

Matthew & Monika Whiteley

ROSE GARDEN Josefina Boehm Jill Bridleman Mitch Dion Costa Verde District Garden Club

Gary & Barbara Donner Suzanne & Richard Farman Kathy Kellogg Johnson Hap Kellogg Victoria Lee

Susie Norton Audra Platz & Brent Enright Mike & Marcia Schoettle Laurel Woodley & Shirley Schwanzara

CORPORATE National Processing Solutions

NATURE CONNECTS Wayne & Peggy Bemis Michelle Caruthers Andy & Portia Cohen Shana Coleman Kimel Conway Brandon Dawes Galileo Innovation Camps Jim Gardner Gusdort Marketing Group Carol Howden K12 Kellogg Garden Products Christina Luallen Janet Marott

Northrup Grumman Gabby Norton Yuri Oda Stephanie Ortiz Ken Pickar Raymon Pino Xaiver Pino Audra Platz Pamela Reis SA Recycling SBS Payroll Ann Schneider SoCal Offiice Technologies Sunrise at Palos Verdes

The Billman Group at Morgan Stanley The Nakashima Family Time Rack Union Bank Julie Wennstrom What's Up For Kids Monika Whiteley Laurel Woodley Lisa Wysocki

For more information on how your gift can make a difference, please contact the Foundation office at (310) 544-1948 or send an email to: giving@southcoastbotanicgarden.org

Photo by: Jeff Staton

Member Bene�its

ENJOY THESE EXCLUSIVE UNPARALLELED ACCESS • Entry to the Garden 364 days a year

• Reciprocal admission to over 250 Gardens nationwide as a part of the American Horticultural Societies Reciprocal Admission Program (RAP) • Exclusive e-communications and mailings including the quarterly Newsletter • Access to the Annual Meeting

FREE OFFERINGS • Free parking • Members-only Garden Walks • Free access to preview hours at Annual Plant Sales

DEEP DISCOUNTS • Discounted class fees • Discount at the Gift Shop at the South Coast Botanic Garden (10% on select items)

DISCOUNTS AT LOCAL BUSINESSES • Armstrong Nursery - Torrance (10% OFF) • MB Landscaping and Nursery - Carson (10% OFF) • Deep Roots - Manhattan Beach (10% OFF) • Clix Portrait Studios - Torrance (10% OFF) • Misto Caffe - Torrance (20% OFF) • Capicola’s Gourmet Sandwiches - Torrance (10% OFF) • Fiton Studios - Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach (10% OFF Series Purchase) • International Garden Center – El Segundo (10%) • Ricardo’s Nursery – Long Beach (20% off plants and 10% off select pots) • www.naturehills.com – Online (10% off – Enter code southcoast10 at checkout.)

• QuikPark LAX – Book a parking reservation at www.quikparkbusinessvip.com Use code SCBG and pay only $9.95/day for Valet Parking and $8.95/day for Self Parking

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