Name: Second Saturday (October)
Start: 2026-10-10T10:00:00-07:00
Location: Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden

All ages are invited to spend a beautiful morning at Gamble Garden. This month’s theme is soil and we’ll be honoring Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. Visit our “soil by feel” education station and learn about home composting.
Second Saturday is free and includes activities such as:
<ul><li>“Soil by feel” education station</li><li>A home composting demonstration</li><li>Scavenger hunts</li><li>Craft stations: paper pots, planting seeds, and painting pots</li><li>Storytime led by a Palo Alto Librarian</li><li>Small selection of plants available for sale</li><li>A visit to Elizabeth’s house</li><li>Guided tours</li></ul>
This month’s community partners include GreenWaste of Palo Alto, Green Latinos, and Master Gardeners.
Register for one of three timed entry slots: 10:00, 10:30, or 11:00 AM. When you arrive, stop by one of our two Welcome Tables to check in and get started on the morning’s tours and activities.

Local Event: Second Saturday (October)

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All ages are invited to spend a beautiful morning at Gamble Garden. This month’s theme is soil and we’ll be honoring...

Step back in time to explore the life of Elizabeth Gamble and her gardens. This guided tour starts on the front steps of the house at 1431 Waverley Street in Palo Alto and will take you around the garden property.
This tour is appropriate for adults and children age 10 and up. Tour attendees will be walking about a half mile.
Please note that this tour does NOT include access to the Gamble house.
<h2>Registration</h2>
Free for everyone — no membership required.
Not a member yet? <a href="https://www.gamblegarden.org/join/join-renew-upgrade/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Join here</a> to support free programs like this one, and enjoy additional benefits year-round.

Local Event: Free Gamble Garden Tour

Free Gamble Garden Tour

Step back in time to explore the life of Elizabeth Gamble and her gardens. This guided tour starts on the front steps of the...

Step back in time to explore the life of Elizabeth Gamble and her historic house and gardens. This 90-minute guided tour starts on the front steps of the house at 1431 Waverley Street in Palo Alto. Each month’s tour presents a unique focus.
This tour is appropriate for adults and children age 10 and up. Tour attendees will be climbing 8 steps and walking about a half mile.
<h2>Registration</h2>
Members: FREE
Non-members: $15 adults, $5 under 18.
Gamble Garden Members can attend this tour for FREE! Registration lists are checked with member lists. You may be asked to confirm your membership in a follow-up email.
You can <a href="https://www.gamblegarden.org/join/join-renew-upgrade/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">sign-up to become a member here</a>.

Local Event: August Tour of Elizabeth Gamble House and Garden

August Tour of Elizabeth Gamble House and Garden

Step back in time to explore the life of Elizabeth Gamble and her historic house and gardens. This 90-minute guided tour starts...

Join us for an evening of Art in the Garden, in partnership with the <a href="https://www.pacificartleague.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Pacific Art League</a>. Gamble Garden is transformed into an artists’ studio. Enjoy a glass of wine and wander in the garden where artists will be working – sketching, drawing and planning. Observe the artists, chat with them, and learn as they practice their art — sketching, painting, and more.
<h3>Featured Artists</h3>
We are excited to welcome artists Kathy Franceschini, Shilpa Kancharla, Carmen Lax, Chela Noto, Kimberley Wong, and Maura Carta.
<h3>Price</h3>
$10 Tickets available at the door. Enter in front of the Gamble House, off Waverley, near Churchill Ave.
No discounts. This event is suitable for adults.
<h3>Terms &amp; Conditions</h3>
Registration fees are nonrefundable. Gamble reserves the right to cancel this class or event due to unforeseen events such as low enrollment, extreme weather, Santa Clara County health announcements, and other extenuating circumstances. In the event of a cancellation your payment will be reimbursed, net of service charge if applicable. By registering, participants agree to <a href="https://www.gamblegarden.org/terms-and-conditions/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Gamble Garden’s full Terms &amp; Conditions</a>.

Local Event: Art in the Garden

Art in the Garden

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Soil is so much more than dirt. Join us for a hands-on workshop about soil to learn what makes healthy soil, what it is, and how to achieve it. We’ll show you some simple tests you can do at home and discuss the pros and cons of do-it-yourself home soil test kits and available professional soil testing.
Ever wonder how much of that Santa Clara County clay you’ve got in your soil?&nbsp; Dig down into one of your garden beds and bring a sample of your garden soil (1 cup in a sealed plastic bag) and we’ll test its pH (and if we have time, its nutrient content) and have a contest to see who’s got the most clay in their soil. This class is suitable for adults and teens. Please bring gardening gloves if you have them.
<h2>Instructor Bio</h2>
Sharon Erickson has been a Master Gardener in Santa Clara County since retiring in 2019. Master Gardeners are trained by the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Division to extend research-based information on home horticulture, pest management and sustainable landscaping practices to the residents of California. In addition to gardening in her own Palo Alto backyard, Sharon regularly volunteers at the Palo Alto Demonstration Garden in Eleanor Pardee Park, and at the Guadalupe River Park Orchard in San Jose.

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Join us for an end-of-summer bash and a celebration of America’s most iconic dessert!
Bring the whole family and enjoy…
<ul><li>Cookies &amp; milk</li><li>LEGO® building &amp; historic games</li><li>Face painting</li><li>Live music in a garden</li><li>Antique tech museum</li></ul>
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Indulge in an afternoon tea party, sipping herbal teas with herbs grown right here at Gamble Garden. Guests can taste herbs on their own, experiment with creating custom blends, and enjoy a spread of homemade sweet and savory baked goods. Vegan and gluten-free options will be available.
Our garden staff will be on hand to share their knowledge about different herbs, how to prepare them, and how to grow them at home. You’ll leave refreshed, inspired, and maybe even with a new favorite tea.
Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Non-Member Cost: $65 | Member Cost: $52
Current members should enter IRIS at checkout to receive the 20% discount. Membership will be verified to ensure member pricing is applied correctly. Not a member yet? <a href="https://www.gamblegarden.org/join/join-renew-upgrade/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Join today and unlock this perk!</a>

Local Event: Herbal Tea Party

Herbal Tea Party

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Welcome the start of a new academic year with flowers. In this introductory workshop, discover how flower arranging can bring the garden indoors to brighten your home.
Learn how to create artful floral designs using sustainable and foam-free mechanics. We will explore how to select high-quality blooms and properly condition and care for them so your arrangement will last as long as possible.
We will also discuss the best tools, mechanics, and containers to use for successful and beautiful floral designs.
You will leave this workshop with practical knowledge, newfound floral arranging skills, and a delightful arrangement to take home and dazzle your friends and family.

Registration closes on Monday, August 24, to allow time for supply preparation.
<h3>Registration</h3>
$148 Members (Use code IRIS) / $185 Non-members
Gamble Garden members enjoy a 20% discount! Members, enter promotion code IRIS at checkout to receive your discount. Registration lists are checked with member lists. You may be asked to confirm your membership in a follow-up email.<h3>Instructor Bio</h3>
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