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NEW DATE!

Native Plants and Pollinators:
Create a Beautiful, Biodiverse Yard

April 8

2026 Adams Lecture
Colin Woodard—Nations Apart:
The Past and Future of Our Democracy

April 16

These Truths Discussion Series
Part 1 — “The Idea”
April 23

Member Meetup: Punto Urban Art Museum Walking Tour
April 25

Celebration of New Poetry
April 29

Mystery at the Garden Party
May 31

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  • Apr. 8:

    NEW DATE!
    Native Plants and Pollinators: Create a Beautiful, Biodiverse Yard

    7:00 p.m.

  • Apr. 16:

    2026 Adams Lecture
    Colin Woodard—Nations Apart: The Past and Future of Our Democracy
    7:00 p.m.

  • Apr. 23:

    These Truths Discussion Series: Part 1 — “The Idea”
    7:00 p.m.

  • Apr. 25:

    Member Meetup: Punto Urban Art Museum Walking Tour
    1:00 p.m.

  • Apr. 29:

    Celebration of New Poetry
    7:00 p.m.

  • May. 14:

    The Last Navigator with Steve Thomas
    7:00 p.m.

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