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April 2022
Joseph Genova Floral Paintings
Atlanta
Genova has drawn inspiration from masters such as Caravaggio and his use of chiaroscuro, the strong contrast between light and dark to create depth and drama in his stunning floral portraits.
Learn MoreMay 2022
Storybook Time
Gainesville
Wednesdays, May - August: Listen to stories about bees, flowers, butterflies and other garden friends.
Learn MoreOrigami in the Garden
Atlanta
The delicate nature of paper art meets the monumental forms of metal sculpture this spring during Origami in the Garden.
Learn MoreJune 2022
Origami in the Garden Scavenger Hunt
Atlanta
Check off nine Origami in the Garden sculptures as you explore with this free activity available in the Visitor Center.
Learn MoreSummer Camp
Atlanta
Enroll your child in a summer day camp full of discovery, adventure and nature exploration!
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Tuesday - Sunday: Enjoy cocktails from cashless bars and live entertainment six nights a week.
Learn MoreDrawing Orchids in Black and White
Atlanta
Orchids are intriguingly complex. A simplified approach, using black and white media, aids in exploring and drawing orchids.
Learn MoreStorybook Time
Atlanta
Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m. Nature-inspired stories come to life as our educators read about bees, flowers, butterflies and other garden friends.
Learn MoreHall County School Reading Rocket Bus
Gainesville
Wednesdays, June - July: This amazing converted bus offers free books to children of all ages.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Summer Harvest Cocina
Atlanta
Explore Mexican-forward flavors in a dinner crafted by Chef Maricela Vega, owner of Chico.
Learn MoreGarden Grooves
Atlanta
Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m. Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.
Learn MoreJuly 2022
Shows for Seedlings: Happy Birthday, U.S.A.! with Kay Rosenblum
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Celebrate Independence Day with Queen Emeralda from Fairyland! Sing along to songs and listen to stories that honor this special holiday.
Learn MoreFamily Fun Day: The Buzz on Honeybees
Gainesville
This audience participation presentation is filled with stories, songs, costumes and bee facts.
Learn MoreElachee Nature Science Center Animal Encounter
Gainesville
Listen and learn about a friendly snake and curious turtles as Elachee Nature Science Center presents an up-close look at these amazing animals.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden Gainesville
Gainesville
On the first Saturday of each month, May - September: Enjoy a signature cocktail or other cool beverage, while listening to music, playing lawn games and strolling the Garden.
Learn MoreGarden Open: Monday July 4
Atlanta
The Garden will be open on Monday, July 4, in celebration of Independence Day.
Learn MoreGarden Playtime
Atlanta
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - noon. Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Make artistic creations connected to the garden surroundings.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Festival of Colors with Kahaaniya for Kids
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Join Kahaaniya for Kids as the festival of Holi, also known as the festival of colors, is celebrated through an exciting puppet show!
Learn MoreTai Chi
Atlanta
Saturdays, June - August: Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreWoodland Trail Hiking Tour: History and Uses of Georgia’s Trees
Gainesville
Hike the woodland trails and learn about the history and uses of our Georgia native trees!
Learn MoreOrigami Folding
Atlanta
Join us in the Outdoor Kitchen every Sunday for origami demonstrations and to try some folds.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Watermelon Wiggles with Alyssa Easterly
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. March and wiggle the watermelon jiggle with Mrs. Alyssa! Join her on a musical picnic adventure, singing songs about summertime fruits, marchin’ ants, flappin' birds, and more.
Learn MoreMember Summer Evening
Atlanta
All Members of the Garden are invited to experience a fun evening of Origami in the Garden, live music, surprise entertainment, family-friendly activities and much more!
Learn MoreDrawing Orchids in Colored Pencil
Atlanta
Explore the exquisite and varied colorations of the Orchid family.
Learn MoreScience Café: Dr. James Hill Craddock
Atlanta
In this talk, we discuss Dr. Craddock's research on the restoration of Castanea dentata to its former position as a component of the southern Appalachian hardwood forest ecosystem.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Growing and Glowing, Sun Science and Stories with Ms. Ladybug and Ms. Brook
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Join Ms. Ladybug and Ms. Brook on an enchanted journey of stories, science, and imagination in the Garden.
Learn MoreTai Chi: Beginners
Gainesville
Every third Saturday, May - July: Join us for Tai Chi in the Garden.
Learn MoreSummer Party 2022
Atlanta
Let’s turn up the heat with a vibrant Latin and Caribbean-themed tropical celebration!
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Explore Chinese Dance with Hwee-Eng Lee and Kerry Lee
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Explore Chinese dance, history, and culture through a fun, interactive performance with the directors of the Atlanta Chinese Dance Company!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids at Home
Atlanta
This course will explore the use of different home environments for growing orchids.
Learn MoreAugust 2022
Shows for Seedlings: Summer Magic with Ken Scott
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Part magic, part comedy, and fun for all ages, this show will have you filled with laughter and amazement!
Learn MoreA Year in the Life of a Bird
Gainesville
Learn about bird migration, mating, and more in this unique class.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Edible Gardening for Beginners
Atlanta
Get your vegetable garden producing for the upcoming growing season!
Learn MoreFamily Fun Day: Miss Gail’s Jumpin’ Jam
Gainesville
Are you ready for some jumping, dancing, singing fun? Miss Gail will have kids up on their feet and engaged with the music.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden Gainesville
Gainesville
On the first Saturday of each month, May - September: Enjoy a signature cocktail or other cool beverage, while listening to music, playing lawn games and strolling the Garden.
Learn MoreShade Gardening
Atlanta
The class focuses on plants that work well in combination for a healthy plant community.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Magical Creatures in a Magical Garden with Mama Koku
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Join Mama Koku as she leads audience members in interactive stories featuring some of her favorite magical garden creatures!
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Bilingual Music for Families! with Nathalia
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Children’s songwriter Nathalia engages families in an interactive musical performance. Her energetic songs will have families singing, dancing, and even learning a little Spanish in this fun multicultural experience!
Learn MoreGardening for Pollinators
Gainesville
Come learn how to create a safe place for these creatures to thrive in your own garden.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Trees
Atlanta
Celebrate trees by learning to draw them with pencil, pen, marker and charcoal.
Learn MoreDrawing Trees
Atlanta
Celebrate trees by learning to draw them with pencil, pen, marker and charcoal.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Musical Madness with Greg Roth
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Put on your jumping shoes and show your silly side at Mr. Greg’s interactive musical show.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Beekeeping: Getting Started
Atlanta
Learn about the basics of beekeeping and the beekeeper’s year, where to find materials, and when and how to get started.
Learn MoreOrchids for Enthusiasts
Atlanta
This course explores two diverse orchid groups, the genus Bulbophyllum and the subtribe Pleurothallidinae, that exhibit parallel ecological characteristics and share similar home growing requirements.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Sweet Bread Basics
Atlanta
Learn to craft dough perfect for making yummy homemade treats!
Learn MoreAgLanta Eats Festival
Atlanta
AgLanta Eats, the hyper-local food festival now in its fifth year, returns to the Garden with a variety of tastings prepared by top local chefs utilizing the freshest ingredients from AgLanta growers and metro Atlanta farms.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Blake Hartley
Atlanta
Join Blake Hartley of Lapeer Steak & Seafood for an intimate culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSeptember 2022
Shows for Seedlings: Butterfly Ballad with Piccadilly Puppets
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Mother Nature narrates the story of Katy and Kevin Caterpillar through the stages of their lives and their fascinating migration to Mexico!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Hugh Acheson
Atlanta
Join Chef Hugh Acheson of Empire State South, By George and Mount Royal for an intimate culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Dance, a Universal Language with Atlanta Dance Connection
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Join Atlanta Dance Connection for their performance of the different dance disciplines. This fun-filled demonstration is sure to have the whole family enraptured by the beauty of dance!
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Anansi and the Colorful Kente Cloth with Jerry G. White
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Join author, storyteller and percussionist Jerry G. White for an interactive family show that brings to life his debut Children's book, Anansi and the Colorful Kente Cloth.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Mark Jeffers
Atlanta
Join Chef Mark Jeffers of Lure for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Scatty the Scarecrow with Betty Ann Wylie
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Join storyteller Betty Ann Wylie and Scatty the Scarecrow as they bring seasonal songs and stories to the Garden.
Learn MoreGarden of Eden Ball
Atlanta
The gala returns to the Great Lawn as the Garden’s largest annual fundraising event, generating vital revenue for Garden operations.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Brandon Hughes
Atlanta
Join Chef Brandon Hughes of Atrium for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreShows for Seedlings: Music Party with Travis Murphy
Atlanta
Performances at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Come on a musical journey with fun and silly songs, dancing and visits from Mr. Travis's puppet friends!
Learn MoreOctober 2022
SOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Deborah VanTrece
Atlanta
Join Deborah VanTrece of Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours for an intimate culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Matthew Basford
Atlanta
Join Matthew Basford of Canoe for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Zeb Stevenson
Atlanta
Join Zeb Stevenson of Redbird for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
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