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An introductory gardening program
Let's talk about pollinators and beneficial garden insects! Discover the vibrant world of your garden's tiny helpers! Join our hands-on horticulture class, "Bugs That Benefit: Harnessing Natural Pest Control and Pollinators," led by SanChan, the main designer for Cherish & Bloom Landscapes. With years of experience creating sustainable and biodiverse outdoor spaces, SanChan will share her expertise on how to attract and sustain beneficial insects, turning them into your garden's best defense against pests. We'll also dive deep into supporting essential pollinators like bees and butterflies, covering everything from planting the right nectar-rich flowers to providing safe nesting habitats. This session is perfect for gardeners of all levels looking to create a thriving, balanced, and healthy ecosystem. Let's make your garden buzz with life!
Sandra Marchitelli also known as SanChan, is a Palos Verdes resident, UCLA Master Gardener, Horticulture Educator, and owner of Cherish & Bloom landscape design. Instagram:@Cherish_n_Bloom
EVENT TYPE: | Hobbies | Class/Workshop |
The original 32,000 sq. ft Peninsula Center Library built in 1967 was designed by pioneers in “green” design, A. Quincy Jones and Frederick E. Emmons. With vertical wood louvers to control sunlight, the original steel and reinforced concrete building also included coffered slab ceilings with recessed lighting, glass walls, and local Palos Verdes stone and white columns. All furnishings were contemporary with many pieces designed by Jones and Emmons specifically for the Library.
In 1995, architects Zimmer, Gunsul, and Fransca (ZGF) renovated and expanded the space, nearly doubling its size. Using the existing concrete-frame building, the building maintains the original entrance on Deep Valley and added the new entrance on Silver Spur. The building also features major public artworks such as the Stellar Axis by Lita Albuquerque, the bronze cheetahs with the stone column by Gwynn Murrill, and the Light in the Forest mural by Myrna Shiras which are integral parts of the building.