In 2025, The School Garden Doctor grew hope and cultivated community by expanding its monarch habitat projects and engaging youth. Community support fueled initiatives for environmental education, laying foundations for continued growth in 2026.
Three Reasons to Give
The School Garden Doctor empowers educators and engages the community with an eye for joy, jobs, and justice.
Upcoming Events to Mark the Monarch Butterfly’s Return
On October 7th, I will share a monarch-related book talk at the Napa Library. The event will conclude with an invitation to join a book club for Bicycling with Butterflies by Sara Dykman, available for purchase from Napa Bookmine at the event. Join us and discover how you can make a difference.
Monarch Education Project: Raising Awareness and Action
Have you had any monarch sightings this summer? Come to First Thursdays on September 7th between 5-9 pm at the Oxbow Commons to tell us about them.
Speaking Up for Monarchs: Talk About Taking Action
Attending events that celebrate our flagship species is one of the ways we can repair our relationship to nature and heal environmental wounds. Attend The Bay Area Butterfly Festival on Sunday, June 1st, from 10am-5pm on Mare Island in Vallejo to learn more about taking action for monarchs.
Uplifting Women as Environmental Leaders
For International Women's Day, read about four women whose work in environmental leadership will safeguard a more sustainable planet.
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