Upcoming CNPS SCV Events and Activities - Sep 23, 2025

[CNPS-SCV News]

Dear friends,
Check out our chapter's upcoming events:

[1] Important Near-Future Chapter Meetings
(a) Conservation Committee Meeting
Monday Sep 29 — no meeting; next one is Monday Oct 6, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Zoom
https://www.cnps-scv.org/events/calendar/eventdetail/11614/-/conservation-committee
Meetings are open to all interested members; to receive the Zoom link, contact Committee Chair Carolyn Dorsch via the email provided at the page above.

[2] Chapter Meetings
(a) Photography Group – Photo Sharing Meeting
Friday Sep 26, 7:00 pm
Location: Zoom (virtual)
https://www.meetup.com/california-native-plant-society-santa-clara-valley-chapter/events/306327986/
The CNPS SCV Photo Group meets via Zoom on fourth Fridays, 7–9 pm. Beginners and experts are equally welcome, and folks who just want to see pictures and hear tips are welcome too. Register at the Meetup link; presenters can sign up for a 20-minute slot (see SignupGenius linked from the event).

[3] Seeking a Volunteer to help with Research Scholarship Administration
(a) Research Scholarship Administration Volunteer
Ongoing (approx. 18–20 hours/year)
Location: Remote or local (chapter-based)
The Santa Clara Valley Chapter of CNPS is seeking a volunteer who can assist our Research Scholarship Committee with some administration tasks. This is expected to be a 18-20 hour commitment over the course of the year. Please consider helping us with our goal to help student-research work. Student scholarships are critical support to students who are furthering the science of understanding native plants and their habitats. We would love to hear from you if you have an eye for details and are able to coordinate between different people within the Chapter and students from local universities. Please contact Radhika Thekkath at cnpsradhika @ gmail.com if you are interested in this role or for further details.

[4] Chapter Restoration Activities
RSVP is required for all Chapter restoration activities, along with signed waiver forms. Please see the individual listings for details.

(a) Habitat Restoration at Lake Cunningham
Saturday Sep 27, 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Location: Native Garden Parking Lot, Lake Cunningham — 2305 S. White Road, San Jose
https://www.meetup.com/california-native-plant-society-santa-clara-valley-chapter/events/310806464/
Join us to restore habitat (weeding and mulching) in the Native Garden at Lake Cunningham Park. During the summer months, we water, weed, and mulch.

(b) Habitat Restoration at Cataldi Park
Saturday Sep 27, 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Location: Cataldi Park — 1797 Bethany Ave, San Jose
https://www.meetup.com/california-native-plant-society-santa-clara-valley-chapter/events/310922129/
Join us to restore habitat in Cataldi Park, San Jose. We are planting and maintaining native plants in a 1/2-acre area of the park off Bethany Ave. Activities in summer include weeding, sheet mulching, watering, irrigation setup and general maintenance.

(c) Community Work Day at the Native Plant Garden in Kirk Park
Saturday Sep 27, 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Location: Kirk Park Native Garden — Briarwood Dr at Wawona Dr, San Jose
https://www.meetup.com/california-native-plant-society-santa-clara-valley-chapter/events/310806467/
Volunteers meet at the garden on Saturdays, weather permitting, for weeding, watering and other maintenance activities. Occasionally there will be other tasks such as mulching and planting.

(d) Friday Edgewood Restoration
Friday Sep 26, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve (Redwood City)
https://www.cnps-scv.org/events/calendar/eventdetail/11430/-/edgewood-restoration
Help restore habitat at Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve, known for fabulous wildflowers and amazing diversity. Weeders see far more than weeds: we get to be up close to the native plants, some of which are seen only by weeders.

(e) Habitat Restoration at Alum Rock Park
Wednesday Sep 24 and Monday Sep 29, both at 8:30 am
Location: Alum Rock Park, San Jose (meeting spot varies; email contact provided on page)
https://www.cnps-scv.org/events/calendar/eventdetail/11748/-/alum-rock-park-restoration
https://www.cnps-scv.org/events/calendar/eventdetail/11749/-/alum-rock-park-restoration
Come help us weed non-native, invasive plants at this natural gem of San Jose. Our habitat restoration efforts allow the native plants to “come to light.” Forms and reservations are required to volunteer. For the Monday/Wednesday workdays, the meeting spot varies, so please contact Todd Hayes (see page) for more information and parking instructions.

[5] Other Chapters & Organizations
Centennial Celebration (Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance)
This October, the Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance is celebrating its centennial with activities scheduled throughout October. Join us in celebrating our 100 years of building community and conservation.

(a) October 3, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Los Altos Community Center, 97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos
https://scvbirdalliance.org/event-calendar/centennial-members-banquet
Join us for dinner and a presentation with esteemed birder and author, Kenn Kaufman.

(b) October 4, 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Location: West Valley College Biology Department, 14000 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga
https://scvbirdalliance.org/event-calendar/special-event-wildlife-fair
An all-day Wildlife Fair showcasing the diversity of California with educational speakers, workshops, vendors, and music. Bring the family to meet some California native snakes, hear inspirational speakers and join in a variety of activities. The event is free and parking on site is provided..

Besides the above two events, field trips and workshops are scheduled throughout the month of October:
https://scvbirdalliance.org/calendar