Virtual Class for Santa Monica College

Join us for a fun and educational summer camp for incoming 1st – 6th graders. Campers will explore nature and food with hands on activities in our teaching garden and kitchen! Each day will feature new and exciting activities, recipes, and fun! Sign up for one day at a time, or for the whole week!

Attention all K-6th graders! Spring is a wonderful time to visit Olivewood Gardens and learn all about the wonderful world of bugs. In this Garden Explorers class we will learn about pollinators, what food they need, and how our gardens hold an entire network of awesome insects! Come join us on July 11th from 9:30am-11:30am.

Join us this July for a fruit-filled summer class in the teaching kitchen! We'll lean into teamwork to make Apple Salsa with Cinnamon Baked Chips and Avocado Strawberry Salsa. Children in grades K-6 are invited to become adventurous eaters, learning kitchen skills and building confidence in the kitchen with us! Register for a spot today, spaces are limited. ¡Acompáñanos este mes de julio en un taller de verano lleno de frutas en nuestra cocina didáctica! Trabajaremos en equipo para preparar salsa de manzana con chips horneados a la canela y salsa de aguacate y fresas. ¡Invitamos a los niños de infantil a 6.º de primaria a que se atrevan a probar nuevos sabores, aprendan habilidades culinarias y ganen confianza en la cocina con nosotros! Inscríbete hoy mismo, las plazas son limitadas.

Join us this July for a fruit-filled summer class in the teaching kitchen! We'll lean into teamwork to make Apple Salsa with Cinnamon Baked Chips and Avocado Strawberry Salsa. Children in grades K-6 are invited to become adventurous eaters, learning kitchen skills and building confidence in the kitchen with us! Register for a spot today, spaces are limited. ¡Acompáñanos este mes de julio en un taller de verano lleno de frutas en nuestra cocina didáctica! Trabajaremos en equipo para preparar salsa de manzana con chips horneados a la canela y salsa de aguacate y fresas. ¡Invitamos a los niños de infantil a 6.º de primaria a que se atrevan a probar nuevos sabores, aprendan habilidades culinarias y ganen confianza en la cocina con nosotros! Inscríbete hoy mismo, las plazas son limitadas.

Join us for our monthly Open Gardens and Property Tour! You’ll learn about the history of the property, Olivewood programming, and more! This tour takes place on natural surfaces such as dirt and mulch so please wear appropriate shoes. Tours at 10:15AM & 11:15AM. No registration required.

Back by popular demand, our Local Seafood Cooking Class returns to Olivewood Gardens! Join us for a hands-on culinary experience celebrating the best of our region's seasonal seafood and garden-fresh produce. Together, we'll prepare a delicious menu featuring a locally sourced seasonal catch (species to be announced), while exploring how to choose sustainable seafood options that support both local fisheries and ocean health. Throughout the class, you'll learn practical tips for selecting, sourcing, and cooking fresh local seafood with confidence. We'll discuss where to find seasonal catches, what to look for when purchasing seafood, and how our food choices impact the environment. Of course, no Olivewood class would be complete without ingredients harvested straight from the garden. You'll enjoy a flavorful meal while connecting with fellow food enthusiasts in our beautiful outdoor setting. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage and your curiosity—this class is equal parts educational and delicious.