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Please note that Descanso Gardens is closed until further notice.

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May
16
Sat
Community Service Day @ Descanso Gardens
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May 16 @ 8:00 am – 10:30 am
Get hands-on gardening experience and help care for Descanso at this volunteer opportunity. Instruction will be provided and work will be supervised by Descanso horticulture staff. This is a great opportunity for individuals, friends, and organizations.
 
· All experience levels welcome.
· Ages 16 or older.
· Remember to wear comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes. Please bring gardening gloves, water and a hat.
· Limited Space Available, RSVP required.
 
RSVP to volunteer@descansogardens.org by Thursday, May 14. You will be sent additional instructions and will need to sign a waiver form in order to participate.
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Categories: Volunteering
Forest Sounds: “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” by Pete Wyer @ Descanso Gardens
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May 16 @ 12:00 pm
Come walk though an immersive sound installation by composer Pete M. Wyer. Inspired by the coast live oaks at Descanso Gardens, “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” was written specifically for Descanso. Played over 72 speakers throughout the Camellia Forest, visitors will experience this choral and instrumental composition as they walk through the garden. Free with admission.
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Check out the schedule for “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” from April 6–May 31:
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  • Monday–Thursday | 12pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm
  • Friday–Sunday | 12pm, 4pm
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Categories: Art and Culture Music Older Children (Over 5) Young Children (Under 5)
May
17
Sun
Forest Sounds: “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” by Pete Wyer @ Descanso Gardens
Tickets
May 17 @ 12:00 pm
Come walk though an immersive sound installation by composer Pete M. Wyer. Inspired by the coast live oaks at Descanso Gardens, “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” was written specifically for Descanso. Played over 72 speakers throughout the Camellia Forest, visitors will experience this choral and instrumental composition as they walk through the garden. Free with admission.
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Check out the schedule for “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” from April 6–May 31:
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  • Monday–Thursday | 12pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm
  • Friday–Sunday | 12pm, 4pm
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Categories: Art and Culture Music Older Children (Over 5) Young Children (Under 5)
May
18
Mon
Forest Sounds: “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” by Pete Wyer @ Descanso Gardens
Tickets
May 18 @ 12:00 pm
Come walk though an immersive sound installation by composer Pete M. Wyer. Inspired by the coast live oaks at Descanso Gardens, “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” was written specifically for Descanso. Played over 72 speakers throughout the Camellia Forest, visitors will experience this choral and instrumental composition as they walk through the garden. Free with admission.
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Check out the schedule for “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” from April 6–May 31:
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  • Monday–Thursday | 12pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm
  • Friday–Sunday | 12pm, 4pm
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Categories: Art and Culture Music Older Children (Over 5) Young Children (Under 5)
{CANCELED} Extended Hours @ Descanso Gardens
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May 18 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Please note that Extended Hours are canceled.

The gates of Descanso stay open until 7pm from Monday–Thursday, March 23–May 28 during our peak bloom season. Stop by after work and enjoy an evening stroll in the serenity of the garden.

No registration required. Included in the price of regular Descanso Gardens admission. Free with Descanso Gardens membership.

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Categories: Extended Hours Spring @ Descanso
May
19
Tue
{CANCELED} Little Owls Reading Nest @ Descanso Gardens
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May 19 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am
{CANCELED} Little Owls Reading Nest @ Descanso Gardens | La Cañada Flintridge | California | United States

Please note that Little Owls Reading Nest is canceled through May 26.

Bring your little owlets 2 and older for an enchanting nature-themed story time at Magnolia Lawn.

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Categories: Young Children (Under 5)
Forest Sounds: “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” by Pete Wyer @ Descanso Gardens
Tickets
May 19 @ 12:00 pm
Come walk though an immersive sound installation by composer Pete M. Wyer. Inspired by the coast live oaks at Descanso Gardens, “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” was written specifically for Descanso. Played over 72 speakers throughout the Camellia Forest, visitors will experience this choral and instrumental composition as they walk through the garden. Free with admission.
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Check out the schedule for “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” from April 6–May 31:
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  • Monday–Thursday | 12pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm
  • Friday–Sunday | 12pm, 4pm
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Read more
Categories: Art and Culture Music Older Children (Over 5) Young Children (Under 5)
{CANCELED} Extended Hours @ Descanso Gardens
Tickets
May 19 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Please note that Extended Hours are canceled.

The gates of Descanso stay open until 7pm from Monday–Thursday, March 23–May 28 during our peak bloom season. Stop by after work and enjoy an evening stroll in the serenity of the garden.

No registration required. Included in the price of regular Descanso Gardens admission. Free with Descanso Gardens membership.

Read more
Categories: Extended Hours Spring @ Descanso
May
20
Wed
Forest Sounds: “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” by Pete Wyer @ Descanso Gardens
Tickets
May 20 @ 12:00 pm
Come walk though an immersive sound installation by composer Pete M. Wyer. Inspired by the coast live oaks at Descanso Gardens, “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” was written specifically for Descanso. Played over 72 speakers throughout the Camellia Forest, visitors will experience this choral and instrumental composition as they walk through the garden. Free with admission.
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Check out the schedule for “The Sky Beneath Our Feet” from April 6–May 31:
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  • Monday–Thursday | 12pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm
  • Friday–Sunday | 12pm, 4pm
.
.
Read more
Categories: Art and Culture Music Older Children (Over 5) Young Children (Under 5)
{CANCELED} Extended Hours @ Descanso Gardens
Tickets
May 20 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Please note that Extended Hours are canceled.

The gates of Descanso stay open until 7pm from Monday–Thursday, March 23–May 28 during our peak bloom season. Stop by after work and enjoy an evening stroll in the serenity of the garden.

No registration required. Included in the price of regular Descanso Gardens admission. Free with Descanso Gardens membership.

Read more
Categories: Extended Hours Spring @ Descanso
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