L Facio Designs was founded in 2014 with the goal of creating an affordable candle that smells amazing while still using responsibly sourced materials, not mass produced but homemade and hand poured with love. Their loyal customers make them feel like we accomplished that goal. All of their candles are made from 100% soy wax grown in the USA, with…
Featured Artisan: Cat MacGregor
A little over 15 years ago, Cat MacGregor began exploring and hiking in the local and state parks. She fell in love with the quiet surroundings out on a trail, the focus involved to safely navigate new trails, and disconnecting from the world. A few years later on a trip to England armed with a…
Featured Artisans: Carol Kumerow, Amy Punsalang-Fair, Jadyn Coulter and Katie Gerlt
“Since I can remember I have always loved art, nature, animals. I’m self taught, I started tiling in 2005. My work has come a long when since I started… from what I tile on, to what I tile with. I found what are called Tiny Tiles, from Morocco, they start at 3mm to 10mm, yes…
Featured Artisan: Derek Fretheim
Derek Fretheim’s jewelry is inspired by his Native Indian heritage and through the healing and energy properties contained within gemstones. “All of my designs are purposeful. I combine the energy properties of the gemstones and use of color with traditional Native patterns as inspiration,” said Derek, “There is deep thought and meaning in every piece.In other words,…
Featured Artisan: Christine Mazanec
Christine Mazanec is a mom, artist, teacher and creative. She has been living in the South Bay for over 30 years. Christine is the founder of C.R.O.W. Cenazam Recycled Original Works, specializing in transforming, remaking and upcycling unwanted materials and trash into artistic treasures. Christine loves the ocean and is passionate about promoting a sustainable lifestyle….
Native Plant Sale Raises Funds for Environmental Education
The Environmental Nature Center will host a Native Plant Sale on November 19th, from 9am to 3pm. Homeowners are invited to purchase various plants native to Orange County for their yards. Proceeds support the ENC’s mission to provide quality education through hands-on experience with Nature. Native Plants can help save money, water, and reduce pesticide…
Come Learn about Coastal Resilience to Sea Level Rise!
The Environmental Nature Center will host a presentation by the three principal scientists directing a $3 million National Science Foundation grant for a project known as FloodRISE on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016 at 6:00pm. The project will provide scientific foundations for planning coastal resilience in the changing coastal environment caused by sea level rise and stronger…
Calling all History Buffs! Author Chris Epting will present “Hidden Orange County” next week!
The Environmental Nature Center (ENC) will host a presentation by author and storyteller Chris Epting on November 2 at 6PM as part of the ENC Adult Speaker Series. Chris will present “Hidden Orange County,” a look at some weird and wonderful, off the beaten track landmarks throughout the OC. The Environmental Nature Center is located…
Fall Faire: Fun for the Kids!
The ENC’s Fall Faire will feature all types of fun and kid-friendly crafts, games, and activities! It is the perfect place to get kids excited for the festive fall season! Crafts and Games: Purchase a re-usable ENC canvas bag for $5 as your “ticket” to make awesome crafts, including Water Bottle Piggy Banks, Egg Carton…
Fall Faire: Crazy Critters!
Come on by the ENC’s Fall Faire and check out some live animals! Besides pony rides and a petting zoo, this year’s fair will also host Francisco the Bug Guy and the Orange County Bird of Prey Center. Francisco the Bug Guy will have all kinds of insects, like tarantulas, stick bugs, scorpions, Madagascar cockroaches,…
Fall Faire: Savor OC
Are your tastebuds ready? Along with Fall Faire, the ENC will also be hosting Savor OC! Savor OC is a restaurant showcase, where a variety of local eateries have delicious food and drinks available for purchase. While enjoying a day at Fall Faire, enjoy some refreshments from Kean Coffee! Indulge a big appetite with food…
What I (really) Learned at the ENC
Last day, last blog! Today is my last day of summer interning at the ENC! Although short, it has been such a rewarding and eye-opening learning experience. I came into this summer knowing that -at the very least- I would get to understand how an environmental nonprofit is run. Now that I am finished, I…