Program Type: Environment & Sustainability, Library & Community Age Group: Adult In this workshop, participants will learn how to strategically select native plants and arrange them so their landscapes will have color all year long.

The Resilient Landscapes Coalition is hosting a free, bilingual Four Part Webinar Series on creating firewise landscapes in the Defensible Space Zone, while at the same time enhancing biodiversity and wildlife habitat, and conserving resources. Defensible space is the buffer between your structure and the surrounding area, which can slow or halt the progress of fire and protect your home. “The threats we face today—climate change, loss of biodiversity, drought, and wildfires—are daunting, but I believe in the power of collective action. My goal is to help people see that they are not powerless in the face of these challenges.…

Resilient Landscaping: Gardening in the Defensible Space Zone 4 Part Weekly Series Part 4 – Landscape Maintenance in the Defensible Space Zone Jennifer Roberts, Community Education Specialist & Landscape Designer, UCCE Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County & Native Habitats Landscape Design will be presenting Landscape Maintenance in the Defensible Space Zone. “The threats we face today—climate change, loss of biodiversity, drought, and wildfires—are daunting, but I believe in the power of collective action. My goal is to help people see that they are not powerless in the face of these challenges. Through education about resilient landscaping, I aim to…

Resilient Landscaping: Gardening in the Defensible Space Zone 4 Part Weekly Series Part 3 – Fire-Wise Design Within the Defensible Space Zone April Owens, Owner Pollinate Collective by April Owens Design, LLC, Executive Director, Habitat Corridor Project; Horticulture Chairperson, Board Secretary, California Native Plant Society, will be presenting on Firewise Design within the Defensible Space Zone. Topics will include: Recommendations for firewise landscape design in the 0-5’, 5-30’, and 30-100’ defensible space zones, with specific suggestions within each zone. Different kinds of hardscapes and mulches and their benefits and challenges. Discussion of California native plants and their arrangement for a more…

Resilient Landscaping: Gardening in the Defensible Space Zone 4 Part Weekly Series – Part 2 Defensible Space Zones and Code Requirements Mimi Enright, Program Manager, UC Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County and Co-Founder of the Resilient Landscapes Coalition, will be presenting on Defensible Space Zones and Code Requirements. “Our home landscapes matter, and they provide critical ecosystem services. The actions we each take matter in better preparing us for future fires and supporting biodiversity. It can seem daunting to undertake implementing all the recommendations for creating a sustainable defensible space in your home. Try tackling one or…

Resilient Landscaping: Gardening in the Defensible Space Zone 4 Part Weekly Series – Part 1 Ellie Insley, Natural Habitat Restoration Landscape Architect and Co-Founder of the Resilient Landscapes Coalition, will be presenting on Framework of Sustainability for Defensible Space and Beyond Discover how you can make your home and the landscape beyond it fire-resilient with a science-based approach including: Enhancing wildlife and pollinator habitat while carrying out Vegetation Management in the Defensible Space & Beyond Protecting soil and mitigating erosion Managing understory species and biomass without increasing fire risk This one hour workshop will have plenty of time for questions!

Program: Composting, the mystery of gardening! Learn how to compost using kitchen and table scraps, dry and moist plant material to create nutrient-rich organic matter. Compost will improve your soil and plants, while at the same time reducing the waste in our landfills. Speaker: Joan Irwin has been a UC Master Gardener since 2003. She presents frequently on composting, organic gardening and community gardens. She learned to love gardening from her grandmother in Michigan and has gardened in the Bay Area for 40 years. Joan has degrees from the University of Michigan and UC Berkeley. Cost: FREE Sponsors: Marin Master Gardeners and…

Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair? Bring it to the Repair Fair!‍ ‍ Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair* your items.  Please stay with your item while it’s being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself! If you’d like to bring an item to repair, please register the item here . (Pre-registering allows them to prepare for your item!) This is a free public event. This event will also include a Clothing Swap.…

Do you have a lamp, small appliance, textile, or bike in need of repair? Bring it to the Repair Fair! Volunteers and specialized repair professionals will be on-hand to repair* your items. Please stay with your item while it’s being fixed, so you can learn tips for future maintenance, how to shop for repairable goods, and even how to repair things yourself! If you’d like to bring an item to repair, please register the item here. (Pre-registering allows them to prepare for your item!) This is a free public event. *There is no guarantee your item(s) will be repaired, depending on the existing…

Join Us June 17 for the 2026 WaterSmart Expo! Old Courthouse Square, Downtown Santa Rosa | 5 to 8:30 p.m. during the Wednesday Night Market. Pick up FREE water-saving devices Ask an expert about sustainable landscaping View graywater and rainwater harvesting demonstrations Discover native and low-water-use plant displays Learn how to check your toilets for leaks Register for the WaterSmart Portal to track water use online Mark your calendars for this FREE, family-friendly Expo and learn all the ways Santa Rosa Water can help you save water this summer!

This home tour offers real estate professionals a chance to learn firsthand what makes a home green and why it matters for buyers/sellers. Join the Bay Area Regional Energy Network on a two-hour green home tour specifically designed for real estate professionals. This tour of a 1950s home in Santa Rosa will provide a firsthand look at a variety of green home features. They will discuss the benefits of these features and how communicating the benefits to buyers and sellers can distinguish your business from your competitors’. Green home features that will be covered in the tour: All-electric home with…

Looking for a hands-on way to support Petaluma’s community gardens? Join the Garden Steward Volunteer Days, ongoing care is provided for local demonstration gardens while creating meaningful opportunities for community involvement. 🌿 What to ExpectThese are casual, small-group workdays (typically 1–5 volunteers) where seasonal garden needs are tackled. Tasks may include:✔️ Mulching, weeding, planting✔️ Pruning (excluding fruit trees)✔️ Irrigation fixes & garden assessments (staff-led)✔️ Fun projects like plant mapping, signage, or outreach Reach out to Daily Acts anytime by email to emily@dailyacts.org or by phone at (707)789-9664.