January 20th | Yoga In the Galleries: Gentle, Restorative, & Nature-Inspired

JANUARY 20TH - MARCH 31ST 2026 | 9:00 AM–10:00 AM

At the California Nature Art Museum (formerly the Wildling Museum)

Join CalNAM and Yoga Instructor Lori Shirran for a gentle, restorative, and nature-inspired yoga class, recurring on Tuesdays at 9AM beginning JANUARY 20TH through March 2026. Nature heals, and so does yoga! In this nature-inspired yoga class, we unite gentle expressions of yoga postures with calm breathing, while weaving in mindful reflection on the awe and wonder of nature. This is a class suited for beginners and all levels of ability.

Upcoming Programs/EventsRachel MetzDecember 1, 2025Workshop, Yoga, Lori Shirran

January 29th | Adult Art Workshop - Animal Portrait Paper Mosaics

THURSDAY, JANUARY 29TH, 2026 | 9:00 AM–11:30 AM

At the California Nature Art Museum (formerly the Wildling Museum)

Join CalNAM and Artist Katherine Taylor of Poetry Frog for a paper mosaics workshop on Thursday, January 29th, 2026, from 9AM-11:30AM. Katherine will guide attendees through planning and arranging their very own animal portrait with a variety of colorful and patterned paper options. Attendees should either bring an animal photo that they connect with (such as a pet photo), or may choose from one of the provided examples.

February 8th | Natural Perfume-Making Workshop, Valentine's Day Love & Roses

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH, 2026 | 1:00 PM–4:00 PM

At the California Nature Art Museum (formerly the Wildling Museum)

Join CalNAM & Artisan Perfumer Susan Farber for an art workshop on Sunday, February 8th 2026 from 1:00PM- 4:00PM, creating unique and nature-based scents inspired by this annual holiday of love. All participants will take home a custom-made fragrance and guide on the procurement process.

February 15th | Kid Craft Art Workshop - Animal Portrait Paper Mosaics

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH, 2026 | 1:00 PM–3:30 PM

At the California Nature Art Museum (formerly the Wildling Museum)

Join CalNAM and Artist Katherine Taylor of Poetry Frog for a paper mosaics workshop on Sunday, February 15th, 2026, from 1PM-3:30PM. Katherine will guide attendees through planning and arranging their very own animal portrait with a variety of colorful and patterned paper options. Attendees should either bring an animal photo that they connect with (such as a pet photo), or may choose from one of the provided examples.

March 22nd | Art Workshop - Origami Garlands

SUNDAY, MARCH 22ND, 2026 | 2 PM–4 PM

At the California Nature Art Museum (formerly the Wildling Museum)

Join CalNAM and Artist Cydney Miller for an origami garland workshop on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026, from 2PM-4PM. Learn how to make a colorful garland of origami cranes or butterflies with a variety of decorative accents. This is an entry-level class, but experienced origami-makers are also welcome! All participants will take home one decorative origami garland with a string of serene cranes, beautiful butterflies, or a combination of both.

March 28th | Book Club: Solvang Library's Magpie Club... at the Museum!

SATURDAY, MARCH 28TH, 2026 / 1:30 PM– 3:00 PM
At the California Nature Art Museum (formerly the Wildling Museum)

The Magpie Club, organized by Solvang Library, is a group of curious readers of shiny bright things! This Magpie Club meeting will be hosted at CalNAM on Saturday, March 28th at 1:30PM in discussion of books falling under the theme, “healing through nature.” You can choose any book about healing (physical, psychological, spiritual, etc.) through nature/interaction with animals, or choose our suggested title, The Call of the Honeyguide by Rob Dunn.

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