IRRIGATION BASICS, get familiar with the basics of PVC pipe "sprinkler systems" with an emphasis on automated drip irrigation; 9-10 a.m. July 11; Wahiawa Botanical Garden; reservations: 621-5463.

HAWAIIAN LEI MAKING, with instructor Brian Choy, will teach three classes; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. July 12, 19 and 26; Lyon Arboretum; $50 for three classes; 988-0461.

LAUHALA WEAVING, learn how to prepare, clean and weave a six-inch turtle with instructor Lucas Esdicul; 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. three sessions July 16, 23, 30 or Aug. 13, 20, 27; Foster Botanical Garden; $10 plus garden admission fee; 522-7064.

MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S GLEAM, children's activities, arts and crafts, fishing, painting, face-painting and more; 4:30-10 p.m. July 19; Foster Botanical Garden; free; 522-7064.

ONGOING

GARDEN TOUR, 1-mile (1.5-hour) "easy" guided walk to view the Kane'ohe garden's flowers, plants and trees; 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily (keiki-focused tour, 1 p.m. Sundays); Senator Fong's Plantation and Gardens; $14.50, discounts for kama'aina; 239-6775.

Send announcements, with contact name and phone number, to: Island Life, The Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; or islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "Home & Garden Cal" in the subject line.