Let’s learn together!
Through our Educational Garden Center and network of local experts, Garden Social offers a variety of unique educational events, classes and activities tailored for students, backyard gardeners, residential homeowners, and the general public during the growing season (early fall through late spring).
Check out our interactive event calendar to learn more about Garden Social’s educational events and sign-up process, as well as volunteer opportunities.

Gift your children with the impactful experience of hands-on horticulture at Garden Social.

ESA-friendly educational programming suitable for children of all ages.
Ranging from individual class events to continued multi-week engagement, Garden Social offers a wide variety of horticultural programs that range from general introduction to botany, to horticulture concepts, planting, soil basics, composting, gardening, growing perennials and beyond.
Experience a unique and enriching approach to hands-on horticulture, blending curriculum-based lessons with engaging activities that allow every child the opportunity to get involved and learn, including story-time, take-home DIY, group discussions, visual displays and audible content for all learning styles, and of course – loads of fun!
Educational programming suitable for all ages, from introductory basics to advanced botanical concepts, Garden Social facilitates learning tailored to keep children engaged and excited!

Farming & Agriculture

Raised Bed Gardening

Compost & Permaculture

Environmental Sustainability

Forestry & Food Production

Soil Science & Microbiology
Interested in learning more?
Contact us to learn more about our available options for multi-week educational programs, individual learning sessions, private group sessions, and upcoming events!
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Meet the Educators!

Austin Lynn
Owner of Garden Social
Landscape Horticulture Expert
ESA, Public School & Community Engagement

Steven Nolan
Urban Farming Educator
Permaculture/Sustainability Expert
Garden Social Affiliate
Class Facilitation & Curriculum Development

Mike ‘Manna Man’ Harris
Certified Master Gardener
Urban Horticulture Expert
Garden Social Affiliate
Class Facilitation & Curriculum Development

Rachel Zuniga
Environmental Sustainability Expert
GSCI Project Coordinator
Garden Social Affiliate
Class Facilitation & Curriculum Development

Cyrus Jones
GSCI Operations
Landscape Solutions Expert
Event Coordination & Education Fulfillment