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The Arboretum gardens are open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and there is no charge for admission.

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Friday, February 3
Folk Music Jam Session
12–1 p.m., Wyatt Deck
Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments—fiddles, guitars, banjos, mandolins, squeeze boxes, you name it—and play together informally over the lunch hour. All skill levels are welcome, and listeners are invited.

Saturday, February 4
Slide Show and Tour: Birds of Davis
11 a.m., Arboretum Headquarters
This special event, co-sponsored by the Davis Senior Center, features a fascinating slide show lecture on birds of Davis, followed by a tour searching for feathered friends in the Arboretum.

Sunday, February 5
Workshop: Build a Wild Home
1-5 p.m., Arboretum Gazebo
Rain location:146 Environmental Horticulture
Join the Wild Campus student group to build bird, owl, bat, and bee boxes that will later be installed in the Arboretum and on campus. All ages welcome—adults will need to supervise their children. Bring something to kneel on; we will be working on the ground. No early sign-up required, but you can reserve a project by emailing your name and your preferred project to WildCampus411@gmail.com. The event is free.