Help celebrate the 40th anniversary of beach cleanups in California! Parking is free for the first 200 volunteers and we strongly encourage you to carpool.

Become a part of the team of educators and contribute to the Garden’s mission of promoting environmental and cultural appreciation of plants and their connections to society. Garden Guides give tours to community groups, college students, and UCLA staff. Garden Educators assist with a K-12 field trip program. Learn more about the volunteer program. No […]

Join the L.A. Times for a special event following the publication of Our Climate Change Challenge. On Thursday, September 26, Climate California comes to life with a half day of conversations with our climate journalism team. Event Schedule 8:15 AM: Doors Open Refreshments and light breakfast snacks 9:00 AM: CLIMATE ANXIETY AND ADAPTING TO A […]

Join to learn about California Indian Day. California Indian Day is observed annually on the fourth Friday of September. This state holiday not only honors tribal communities but also offers a chance to explore the diverse tribal cultures, history, and heritage of California. The American Indian Studies Center at UCLA is pleased to celebrate this […]

Let Earth Breathe: Encouraging exploration of free meditative tools provided by the earth This workshop is designed to blend mindfulness with a fun culinary activity, offering a unique way to relax and connect with others. By focusing on the process of creating smoothies, participants learn to be present and appreciate the small details of their […]

Join for a relaxing morning in community. Exchange or simply share any extra plants or seeds you might have. Meet under the olive trees and enjoy coffee together—feel free to bring something tasty to share. This family-friendly event welcomes all ages. LA Compost has a long-standing partnership with Carver Middle School through activation of the […]

Preserving California's fragile ecosystems can seem like a daunting task, but everyone doing their part in small ways can make a big difference! A lot of us may be aware of a few tips, but do we actually follow through? Join onsite at the Theodore Payne Foundation (TPF) for this interactive class open to all, […]

Santa Monica’s Premier Street, Montana Ave., Transforms into a Vibrant Art Hub Celebrating Sustainability! From 9th to 17th Streets, discover 150+ visual artists, live music, workshops by Paint Lab, and a VIP Wine Garden. Free and open to all ages! Presented by Montana Ave. Merchants & Engel+Volkers. REGISTER HERE

Hammer educators lead conversation-based tours of the exhibition Breath(e): Toward Climate and Social Justice. Capacity is limited. Visitors will be admitted on a first come, first served basis. ATTENDING THIS PROGRAM? Ticketing: This free program is not ticketed. Parking: Valet parking is available on Lindbrook Drive for $15 cash only. Self-parking is available under the […]

California has more native species than any state in the US, and many of them are endangered. As the US Endangered Species Act (ESA) turned 50 years old, it’s time to ask how the ESA is working for our state’s biodiversity. Please join to hear from several leading voices on endangered species listing and recovery […]

The public is invited to a free event featuring a panel discussion of the past, present and future of Los Angeles water. The water discussion will be part of the closing reception for the art exhibit “What's On Tap: LA's Water Story…Source to Spigot” at El Tranquilo Gallery in Los Angeles on Sunday, Sept. 29. […]

This panel discussion will explore the climate implications of the 2024 election from the national and international perspective, as well as a deep dive on how California policymakers are preparing to lead at the state level whatever the next four years bring. What are the environmental policy scenarios in a Trump or Harris administration? What […]

This panel will focus on how a university campus can enhance wellness through access to nature and will discuss a range of initiatives at UCLA from a community garden to biophilic building design to a landscape plan that honors biodiversity and wellness. – featuring – James Bassett, Ph.D. Master Gardener and Lecturer Institute of the […]

The economy keeps churning along but so does climate change. These two forces are important for future economic growth, consumption and investment growth. Rosanna Xia, an environmental reporter at the Los Angeles Times, will introduce her award-winning book on sea level rise, California Against the Sea, and share insights that she has gathered in the […]

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Set in the Curonian Spit, a scenic peninsula in Lithuania edged by the Baltic Sea and a freshwater lagoon, this satiric documentary follows tourists who flock to the region despite the dying, leafless trees of its ancient forest now overtaken by thousands of cormorant birds and their acid-fortified feces. The film observes the human species […]

Get ready for a new commute this October during Sustainable Transportation Month! Discover how you can reduce stress, save money, and lower your carbon footprint by traveling to campus car-free. UCLA offers a variety of affordable and convenient sustainable transportation options. Live far from campus? Our transit passes offer unlimited rides on many transit agencies […]

Join for Water Harvest 2024: an annual FREE fall festival celebrating water use efficiency and education! This free, family-friendly event welcomes community members who participate in a number of fun, educational activities including tours of the water recycling facility, stage shows, interactive water education booths, games, kids’ costume contests, opportunity drawings, and more!

Join a workshop on plant propagation during fall in Southern California! Learn from the Garden’s Assistant Director, Allison Keeney. This event is free and open to the public. RSVPs are not required.

Frank Marlowe Lecture Series: Chimp Empire Professor Clark Barrett of UCLA's Department of Anthropology alongside Professor Abby Bigham are pleased to announce a special event part of their Frank Marlowe Lecture Series. This is the screening of the BAFTA Award nominated Netflix series Chimp Empire with a panel discussion featuring Director James Reed (Director of […]