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November 2019
Garden Lights, Holiday Nights
Atlanta
The Garden's annual electrical extravaganza shines nightly Nov. 16, 2019 - Jan. 11, 2020, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Learn MoreHoliday Model Trains
Atlanta
Join kids and the kids-at-heart for this holiday favorite in the Alston Overlook.
Learn MoreDecember 2019
Fairyland Trolley
Gainesville
Choo choo! All aboard for model-train trolley fun in the Gainesville Garden.
Learn MoreHoliday Tree Trail
Gainesville
Join us for the Gainesville Garden's first Holiday Tree Trail!
Learn MoreBotanical Saint Nick
Atlanta
Saturdays, Nov. 30 – Dec. 21, bring your camera and tell all of your holiday wishes to Saint Nick while also enjoying fun holiday activities.
Learn MoreHoliday Ride-on Train
Atlanta
All aboard the Botanical Express for a trip around the Great Lawn, Saturday – Sunday, Nov. 16 – Jan. 5!
Learn MoreFrog Feeding
Atlanta
Drop by the Fuqua Conservatory Lobby Saturdays and Sundays at 11:30 a.m. to watch the conservation team tend to the rare and endangered amphibians on display at the Garden.
Learn MoreStorytime & Budding Artists
Gainesville
Young children are invited to enjoy weekly stories and create seasonal works of art centered around nature and the gardens in Gainesville.
Learn MoreLunchtime Culture
Atlanta
Every Lunchtime Culture event pairs two Midtown Atlanta arts and culture organizations for a conversation, performance, or tour experience from a fresh perspective. Programs begin at 12:30 p.m., are FREE, and last approximately 30 minutes.
Learn MoreGarden Open: Christmas Eve
Atlanta
The Garden will be open on Tuesday, December 24, in celebration of Christmas Eve during daytime hours, and again during Garden Lights, Holiday Nights.
Learn MoreGarden Open: Christmas Day
Atlanta
The Garden will be CLOSED during regular daytime hours from 9 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Wednesday, December 25, and will be OPEN from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. for Garden Lights, Holiday Nights.
Learn MoreGarden Open: New Year’s Eve
Atlanta
The Garden will be open on December 31 in celebration of New Year's Eve.
Learn MoreJanuary 2020
Storybook Time
Atlanta
Every Wednesday April - October: Listen to stories about bees, butterflies, frogs and flowers. Meet in Children's Garden Amphitheater for this free-with-Garden-admission favorite.
Learn MoreWinter Break Camp
Atlanta
Join us on a winter adventure in the Garden. Campers will discover winter’s botanical beauties and learn about winter wildlife. Enjoy two fun-filled days of exploration, activities and artwork.
Learn MoreIntro to Drawing in Black & White
Atlanta
Drawing is the foundation of visual arts, and anyone can learn its basic principles. Discover composition, proportion, shading and perspective as well as visual elements: line, value, texture, shape, and space.
Learn MoreThe Inspired Gardener
Atlanta
Shake off the winter blues and get in gear for springtime with this full day of garden inspiration. Enjoy the comradery of other enthusiastic gardeners as you pick up new ideas from seasoned experts. Join us!
Learn MoreDreaming of Spring
Gainesville
This workshop will jump-start your creative side to thinking about spring flowers in the Garden!
Learn MoreTai Chi
Atlanta
Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreOrchids for Beginners I
Atlanta
Of all orchid species, Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilum require care most similar to typical houseplants. Learn tips to grow these orchids yourself. Each participant will go home with an orchid.
Learn MoreFebruary 2020
Beekeeping: Getting Started
Atlanta
Time to get your garden buzzing? Learn the basics of honeybee biology, beehive maintenance and beekeeping equipment with this hands-on class at the Garden beehives.
Learn MoreSummer Camp Registration Opens (online only)
Atlanta
Enroll your child in a stimulating summer day camp full of discovery, adventure and nature exploration.
Learn MoreIntermediate Drawing in Black & White
Atlanta
Using basic black and white drawing materials, the continuing drawing students explore large plant studies, still lifes, and landscapes.
Learn MorePruning
Atlanta
Now is the time to learn how to prune your trees and shrubs properly. A detailed discussion of pruning guidelines and principles will be followed by a demonstration in the Garden.
Learn MoreOrchid Collage
Gainesville
Orchids are one of the largest and diverse plant family in the world. Create a display of them through collage in this 2-day workshop.
Learn MoreBasic Pruning – With an Emphasis on our Garden Plant Collection
Gainesville
A detailed discussion of pruning principles precedes a discussion on maple tree pruning in particular. This popular class will include a demo on pruning techniques.
Learn MoreTeen Volunteer Day
Atlanta
Are you in high school and still need to get some volunteer hours? Get to know the Garden during your February break and help prepare the grounds for spring!
Learn MoreDrawing Birds
Atlanta
Spring bursting forth with all its color brings a variety of birdlife. Learn how to draw birds in black and white then in colored pencil.
Learn MoreFlower Show Preview Party
Atlanta
Celebrate with a cocktail party at Longleaf restaurant and get a sneak peek at the 2020 Flower Show: Expressions.
Learn MoreAtlanta Botanical Garden Flower Show: Expressions
Atlanta
The 2020 Flower Show highlights the beauty of thousands of plant specimens as well as the fine art of floral design, photography and landscaping.
Learn MoreOne Foot at a Time: Springtime Vegetable Gardening for Beginners
Atlanta
In this beginners’ course you will learn to design, plan, and grow your own successful spring garden. This will be an interactive lesson on square foot and high productivity gardening.
Learn MoreMarch 2020
Garden Playtime
Atlanta
Every Tuesday, March – October: Introduce your little one to the joy of nature! Hands-on learning and sensory stations will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world
Learn More5 Steps to Create an Outdoor Space You Love
Atlanta
Come learn how to create a synergistic relationship between your home and your outdoor living space.
Learn MoreDragon Inspired Art
Gainesville
Using Desmond the Dragon in our children’s garden as a focus, children can create fairy tale dragons. Let your imagination come to life as we learn how to draw and paint them!
Learn MoreIntro to Drawing in Colored Pencil
Atlanta
Learn color theory and composition in this lively class that introduces students to colored pencil drawing using the Garden as a subject.
Learn MoreTake Great Pictures! – Photography Basics
Gainesville
This photography course is designed to help you take great pictures and discover how to use the camera you have – no matter how fancy or simple it is.
Learn MoreCapturing Tulips Workshop
Gainesville
Bring your favorite medium to work in, pastels, color pencils, watercolor or pencil and sketchbook. Wander the paths and focus on the tulips in bloom to create a work of art.
Learn MoreOrchids for Beginners II
Atlanta
Oncidium, Denrobium and Cattleya orchids are adapted to climates with intermittent rainfall and have evolved specialized organs to store water. This class examines the cultural requirements of this group of orchids and their adaptation to the home environment.
Learn MoreSpring Container Gardening
Gainesville
Explore the basics of container gardening with a focus on plant selections and design tips for the spring season.
Learn MoreApril 2020
Drop-In Family Program: Natural Egg Dyeing
Atlanta
Certain plants contain powerful dyes that create stunning colors. Join us in this interactive program to learn more about these plants and decorate three vibrant eggs.
Learn MoreSpring Break Camp
Atlanta
Come celebrate the arrival of spring. Campers will learn about the fascinating transformation of plants and animals emerging from winter slumber through hands-on activities and exploration.
Learn MoreHoney Bee Biology for Beekeeping
Atlanta
If you are an aspiring beekeeper or a beekeeper who has wondered: "what and why my bees are doing whatever they might be doing?” this course is for you!
Learn MoreA Walking Tour through the Garden
Gainesville
Join a member of the Horticulture team and take an informative stroll through the Garden and take in all that spring has to offer!
Learn MoreExploring Native Plants
Atlanta
Creating a home garden that is not only beautiful but also ecologically beneficial may seem like a daunting task, but with a bit of creativity and an interest in the natural landscape, you're on your way to transforming your yard into a valuable natural community.
Learn MoreLandscape Painting with Palette Knife
Gainesville
This fun class will focus on how to use a palette knife with acrylic paint. Explore the textural possibilities when using a painting knife.
Learn MoreJapanese Maple Pruning
Atlanta
Learn how to prune your Japanese maple successfully. This class emphasizes the science and art of aesthetic pruning.
Learn MoreSpring Brunch at the Garden
Atlanta
Relax and enjoy a nice meal and mimosa while learning about preparing fresh ingredients for noontime brunching.
Learn MoreGarden Inspired Appetizers
Atlanta
Learn some new recipes to entertain your family and friends, and how to make a variety of small plate dishes or appetizers showcasing spring produce, eggs and fresh herbs.
Learn MoreIntermediate Drawing in Colored Pencil
Atlanta
This class builds on Intro to Drawing in Colored Pencil with the rich colors and forms of the tropical world. Plant materials are selected from the Garden’s greenhouses or students may choose to draw plants from home.
Learn MoreMay 2020
Homeschool Day
Atlanta
The Garden hosts an exciting day of tours and activities exclusively for homeschool groups and families.
Learn MoreGarden Open: Memorial Day
Atlanta
The Garden will be open on Monday, May 25, in commemoration of Memorial Day.
Learn MoreJuly 2020
Garden Open: Fourth of July
Atlanta
The Garden will be open on Saturday, July 4, in celebration of the Fourth of July.
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