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May 2022
Science Café: Georgann Eubanks
Atlanta
Georgann Eubanks will discuss stories from her trek across six states and her new book, "Save the Wild South."
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 MoreSOLD OUT: Container Gardening
Atlanta
Explore container gardening design and learn about a variety of plants that do well in pots.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids for Beginners I
Atlanta
Of all orchid species, Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilum require care most similar to typical houseplants.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Craig Richards
Atlanta
Join Craig Richards of Lyla Lila for an intimate culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreJune 2022
The View from Federal Twist: A New Way of Thinking about Gardens, Nature and Ourselves
Atlanta
To celebrate the release of his acclaimed recent book, The View from Federal Twist, join James Golden for the story behind his eponymous garden.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Holly Chute
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning as Chef Holly Chute of Georgia Grown prepares a four-part small plate menu.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Christopher Grossman
Atlanta
Join Chef Christopher Grossman of The Chastain for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Taste of the Mediterranean
Atlanta
Savor a dinner from Chefs Crystal Leach and Nancy Waldeck highlighting the bold, healthy and fresh flavors of the Mediterranean diet.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Honey Bee Biology for Beekeeping
Atlanta
We will take a look at honey bee biology that is relevant to beekeeping.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Build Your Own Bog Bowl
Atlanta
A generous choice of carnivorous plants will be offered for participants to create your very own mini bog bowl.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing 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 MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing 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 MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Masatomo Hamaya
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning as Chef Masatomo Hamaya of O-Ku prepares a four-part small plate menu.
Learn MoreScience Café: Dr. Donna McDermott
Atlanta
In this talk, we discuss Dr. McDermott's research on how social cues and neonicotinoid pesticide exposure influence how bees choose flowers and what bees learn from their choices.
Learn MoreTai Chi
Atlanta
Saturdays, June - August: Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreRefugee Recipe Celebration
Atlanta
In honor of World Refugee Day, refugee cooks from several countries demonstrate international recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreCelebrating Juneteenth
Atlanta
The Garden presents special performances on the Great Lawn.
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 MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Alan Chandonia
Atlanta
Join Alan Chandonia of Ecco, Midtown for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Mimmo Alboumeh
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning as Chef Mimmo Alboumeh of Botica prepares a four-part small plate menu.
Learn MoreOrchids for Beginners II
Atlanta
Oncidium, Dendrobium and Cattleya orchids are adapted to climates with intermittent rainfall. Examine the cultural requirements of this group and their adaptation to the home environment.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights: Contributing Members & Above
Contributing and above members are invited to enjoy light bites and a presentation by Garden Conservationists.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Summer Harvest Cocina
Atlanta
Explore Mexican-forward flavors in a dinner crafted by Chef Maricela Vega, owner of Chico.
Learn MoreJuly 2022
Garden Chef Demos: Megan McCarthy
Atlanta
Join Chef Megan McCarthy to teach you how to prepare healthy, delicious foods and incorporate them into your everyday eating lifestyle.
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 MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Orchids in Colored Pencil
Atlanta
Explore the exquisite and varied colorations of the Orchid family.
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 MoreSummer Party 2022
Atlanta
Let’s turn up the heat with a vibrant Latin and Caribbean-themed tropical celebration!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids at Home
Atlanta
This course will explore the use of different home environments for growing orchids.
Learn MoreAugust 2022
SOLD OUT: Edible Gardening for Beginners
Atlanta
Get your vegetable garden producing for the upcoming growing season!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Shade Gardening
Atlanta
The class focuses on plants that work well in combination for a healthy plant community.
Learn MoreStrings in the Garden
Atlanta
Supporting and above members are invited to enjoy a special evening of music in the Garden with a live strings performance and hors d’oeuvres.
Learn MoreScience Café: Abra Lee
Atlanta
Are you #TeamBTW (Booker T. Washington) or #TeamWEB (W. E. B. Du Bois)? In this talk, we discuss two key figures of Black garden history, their complicated relationship and their influence on the legends of American horticulture.
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 MoreElevated Cooking with Microgreens
Atlanta
Learn how these tiny but mighty plants add nutrition and flavor to any meal with Greens by Grass owner Judah Sworney and Jesse Sherwood, Chef de Cuisine at Serenbe's The Hill restaurant.
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 MoreDrawing Trees
Atlanta
Celebrate trees by learning to draw them with pencil, pen, marker and charcoal.
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
Member Appreciation Month
Atlanta
Garden members enjoy extra perks in September, including special events, prizes and additional discounts in the Garden and beyond.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture – Collaboration for the Better: Like Nature We Work for a Larger Cause
Atlanta
Creating an origami object is difficult enough - now dream of it becoming the most archival object it can be by collaborating with a team to make a museum-quality metal sculpture. Presented by Origami in the Garden artists Jennifer and Kevin Box, Robert J. Lang, Te Jui Fu, Michael G. LaFosse, and Beth Johnson.
Learn MoreAutumn Harvest Dinner
Atlanta
Chef Megan highlights the season's local bounty for National Fruits & Veggies Month with a healthy and plant-forward three-course dinner.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Mark Alba
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Mark Alba of Hartley Kitchen & Cocktails in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreScience Café: Dr. Megan DeMarche
Atlanta
As the climate warms, many plants are flowering earlier in the year. In this talk, we discuss the unintended consequences, especially with plants in alpine environments.
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 MoreFuqua Lecture – Saving America’s Amazon, Presented by Ben Raines
Atlanta
Environmental journalist and filmmaker Ben Raines offers a fresh perspective on the South and the incredibly diverse landscape beneath our feet.
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 MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids for Beginners I
Atlanta
Of all orchid species, Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilum require care most similar to typical houseplants. Get tips to grow these orchids yourself.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Planning for Veggie Garden Success
Atlanta
Late autumn is the best time to get ready for next year! Plan your crop schedule, find out great sources for seeds and plants, and learn how to prepare garden beds.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Nick Melvin & Chef Cory Mosser
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Nick Melvin of Poco Loco, Doux South and Cory Mosser of Natural Born Tillers in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights Gainesville
Gainesville
Contributing-level members and above are invited to enjoy light bites and exciting presentations by staff experts.
Learn MoreGardening for Pollinators
Atlanta
Come learn how to create a safe place for these creatures to thrive in your own 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 MoreCANCELED: An Evening with Melissa Etheridge: One Way Out Tour
Atlanta
The Atlanta Botanical Garden presents a special outdoor concert by legendary singer/songwriter Melissa Etheridge.
Learn MoreOctober 2022
Introduction to Seed Saving
Atlanta
This introductory class will explore the various parts of the seeds, plant selection, collecting, preparing and storing seeds helping to build confidence in this time-honored aspect of regenerative agriculture.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Plant-Based Eating Workshop
Atlanta
Learn the basic principles to fuel yourself, promote healthy digestion, energy and wellness through plant-based eating.
Learn MoreMember Fall Evening in Atlanta
Atlanta
Enjoy festive fall activities at night, including live music, Scarecrows in the Garden and more.
Learn MoreSOLD 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 – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Rusty Bowers & Chef Thomas McKeown
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Rusty Bowers of Pine Street Market and Chef Thomas McKeown of Hyatt Regency Atlanta in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSelecting Bulbs
Atlanta
Plan your beautiful spring and summer blooms now by learning about the best bulbs for each season and identifying the ideal planting times.
Learn MoreCANCELLED: Honey Bee Biology for Beekeeping
Atlanta
In this class, we will take a look at honey bee biology that is relevant to beekeeping.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Shobha Swamy
Atlanta
Join Chef Shobha Swamy as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Diwali Delights
Atlanta
Learn some classic recipes to celebrate Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights, in this hands-on cooking experience with Chef Naina Bhedwar.
Learn MoreOrigami Folding
Atlanta
Sundays, May - October: Join us in the Outdoor Kitchen for origami demonstrations and to try some folds.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Natalie Fisher-Chavez
Atlanta
Join Chef Natalie-Fisher Chavez as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture – The Southeast’s Paradoxical Palm: Sabal palmetto
Atlanta
Join natural historian and author, Jono Miller, for a wide-ranging introduction to this common palm that can live for centuries, survive fire, flood and freeze, and which played a role in our fight for independence.
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: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Drew Van Leuvan
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Drew Van Leuvan of Farm Burger in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids for Beginners II
Atlanta
Oncidium, Dendrobium and Cattleya orchids are adapted to climates with intermittent rainfall. This course will explore the cultural requirements for successfully growing and blooming species and hybrids of these groups in a home setting.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Ilene Rouamvongsor
Atlanta
Join Chef Ilene Rouamvongsor as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Seed Saving
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights
Atlanta
Contributing-level members and above are invited to enjoy light bites and exciting presentations by staff experts.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fine Line Pen for Botanical Illustration – Morning Session
Atlanta
Learn the basic techniques and tools for working with a fine line pen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fine Line Pen for Botanical Illustration – Evening Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, September 27 - October 25: Learn the basic techniques and tools for working with a fine line pen.
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.
Learn MoreCANCELLED: Alston Lecture – Beauty of the Wild, Presented by Darrel Morrison
Atlanta
Darrel Morrison discusses his book, Beauty of the Wild, and the people and places that have influenced his philosophy toward designing landscapes.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Eddie Hernandez
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Eddie Hernandez of Taqueria del Sol in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Virtual Workshop: Seed Saving
Atlanta
Join us via Facebook Live for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Winter Container Gardening
Atlanta
This class explores container gardening basics including plant selection, soil types and choosing appropriate containers.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Seed Saving
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Terri Carter
Atlanta
Join Chef Terri Carter as she serves up delicious recipes and teaches the origins and rise of dishes we call Southern, soul and comfort foods.
Learn MoreFest-of-Ale
Atlanta
October 1 - October 30: Explore Scarecrows in the Garden and enjoy live music during our annual beer fest featuring a variety of specialty ales.
Learn MoreNovember 2022
Plant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Seed Saving
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Homemade Pie Making
Atlanta
Elevate your pies or gain a completely new skill when you learn how to make flaky, delicious pie crust from scratch in this hands-on class.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Homemade Pie Making
Atlanta
Elevate your pies or gain a completely new skill when you learn how to make flaky, delicious pie crust from scratch in this hands-on class.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Seed Saving
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreTai Chi
Atlanta
Saturdays, September - November: Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop: Seed Saving
Atlanta
Join us in person for Plant. Eat. Repeat.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids at Home
Atlanta
This course explores basic, essential aspects of orchid growing at home and the use of a variety of different home environments to support a diverse array of these unique plants.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing the Fall Harvest – Morning Session
Atlanta
In this class, students create still-life drawings in colored pencil and/or black and white mediums.
Learn MoreDrawing the Fall Harvest – Evening Session
Atlanta
In this class, students create still-life drawings in colored pencil and/or black and white mediums.
Learn MoreDecember 2022
Carols in the Garden
Atlanta
December 3, 10 & 17: Enjoy festive holiday music sung by Atlanta's premiere carolers, the Tinseltones.
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights presented by Invesco QQQ
Atlanta
November - January: The 12th annual holiday extravaganza dazzles the Garden nightly with millions of brilliantly-colored LED lights and displays.
Learn More