The beauty of flute-making, a Native Californian tradition, is the subject of a free workshop scheduled for Feb. 28.
The leader is Antonio Flores, a docent with East Bay Regional Parks, who has presented this workshop before in the arboretum.
Not only does he teach you how to make a flute from elderberry wood, but he teaches you how to play the flute, and he talks about the flute in Native Californian culture.
All materials are supplied; please bring sharpened pocketknives. All ages are invited; adults must supervise their young children. Reservations are not needed.
The workshop is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. in 146 Environmental Horticulture, Old Davis Road just east of Mrak Hall Drive.
MORE AT THE ARBORETUM
Tour Beauty in the Dead of Winter, with hot cider and popcorn. 11 a.m. Feb. 13, Buehler Alumni and Visitors Center.
Folk Music Jam Play or listen. Noon Feb. 19. Wyatt Deck.
Tour Acacia Encounters. 11 a.m. Feb. 20, Putah Creek Lodge, on the south side of the arboretum waterway, west of California Avenue.
Tour Spring Preview in the Nursery. 2 p.m. March 7, Arboretum Teaching Nursery, Garrod Drive, south of La Rue Road.
Tour Signs of Spring. 2 p.m. March 14, Buehler Alumni and Visitors Center.
Member Plant Sale First sale of the year. If you are not a member, you are invited to join (or renew) at the gate. With music, refreshments and childrens activities. 9 a.m.1 p.m. March 13, Arboretum Teaching Nursery, Garrod Drive, south of La Rue Road.
All events are free and open to the public. More information: (530) 752-4880 or (for directions, click on Plan Your Visit).
Media Resources
Dave Jones, Dateline, 530-752-6556, dljones@ucdavis.edu