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July 2021
SOLD OUT: Tropical Container Plants for the Indoors
Atlanta
Discover how to use tropical plants as indoor contain plants for your house Garden.
Learn MoreScience Café: Dr. Caitlin Conn
Atlanta
Join us for the next virtual installment of Science Café!
Learn MoreVirtual Alston Lecture: Poetry in Motion presented by Patrick Shearn
Atlanta
Tapping into a sense of play and childlike wonder is at the heart of Patrick Shearn’s artistic practice, come and learn more about the artist in this special lecture.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids 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.
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SOLD OUT: Drawing Trees
Atlanta
Celebrate trees native to Georgia by learning to draw them with pencil, pen, marker and charcoal.
Learn MoreScience Café: Kendal Jackson
Atlanta
Join Kendal Jackson for the next virtual installment of Science Café.
Learn MoreRita Graham at Cocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Georgia’s definitely on our minds this Friday during Cocktails in the Garden! Join us on August 20 for a live performance by Atlanta’s own legendary jazz vocalist Rita Graham.
Learn MoreSeptember 2021
Member Appreciation Month
Atlanta
Garden members enjoy extra perks in September, including special events, prizes and additional discounts in the Garden and beyond.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Jared Hucks
Atlanta
Enjoy a relaxing evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Jared Hucks of The Alden in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreBeekeeping: Getting Started
Atlanta
Learn the basics of beekeeping and the beekeeper’s year, where to find materials, and when and how to get started.
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 MoreCANCELED – SOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Cameron Thompson
Atlanta
Enjoy a relaxing evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Cameron Thompson of Farm Burger in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreStrings in the Garden
Atlanta
Supporting-level and above members are invited to enjoy this popular musical evening in the Garden with a live strings performance, hors d’oeuvres and libations.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Thomas McKeown
Atlanta
Enjoy a relaxing evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Thomas McKeown of Hyatt Regency Atlanta in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture – Pawpaw: The Story of America’s Forgotten Fruit
Atlanta
Join us for the upcoming Alston Lecture, "Pawpaw: The Story of America's Forgotten Fruit", presented by Andrew Moore.
Learn MoreScience Café: Dr. Elizabeth Hermsen
Atlanta
Join Dr. Elizabeth Hermsen for the next virtual installment of Science Café.
Learn MoreTai Chi
Atlanta
Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fine Line Pen for Botanical Illustration
Atlanta
Learn the basic techniques and tools for working with fine line pen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Well-Seasoned Chef: Todd Richards
Atlanta
Join Todd Richards of Lake & Oak Neighborhood BBQ; Soul: Food & Culture for an intimate culinary experience.
Learn MoreVirtual Alston Lecture – Among Flowers: Jamaica Kincaid
Atlanta
In conversation with Teresa Weaver, join this virtual lecture with Jamaica Kincaid.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Kevin Gillespie and Andreas Muller
Atlanta
Join Kevin Gillespie and Andreas Muller of Redbeard Restaurants for an intimate culinary experience.
Learn MoreVirtual Alston Lecture Digital Viewing: Jamaica Kincaid
Atlanta
The Virtual Alston Lecture featuring Jamaica Kincaid in conversation with Teresa Weaver is available for viewing online for a limited time.
Learn MoreOctober 2021
Fest-of-Ale
Atlanta
Oct. 1 - 31, Tuesday - Sunday: Explore Scarecrows in the Garden and enjoy live music during our annual beer fest featuring a variety of specialty ales.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fall Pruning
Atlanta
Get an expert’s take on the proper timing and techniques for tree/shrub pruning and fall cut-backs.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Cole Pate
Atlanta
Enjoy a relaxing evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Cole Pate of The Southern Gentleman in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture – The Plant Hunter: A Scientist’s Quest for Nature’s Next Medicines
Atlanta
Presented by Cassandra Quave, PhD, join us for this Alston Lecture.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Planning for Veggie Garden Success
Atlanta
Late autumn is the best time to prepare garden vegetable beds.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Chef Mark Alba
Atlanta
Enjoy a relaxing evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Mark Alba of 5Church in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreAmazing Aquafaba
Atlanta
Have you heard about magical aquafaba, the cooking water from neutral-flavored beans? Learn more in this hands-on class!
Learn MoreFuqua Lecture – The Earth in Her (Our) Hands
Atlanta
Join us for this Fuqua Lecture, presented by Jennifer Jewell in conversation with Mary Pat Matheson.
Learn MoreScience Café: Dr. Ricardo Holdo
Atlanta
Join us for our next virtual installment of Science Café with Dr. Ricardo Holdo.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Drawing the Fall Harvest
Atlanta
Create seasonal still-life drawings in colored pencil and/or black and white media.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Brian Wolfe
Atlanta
Join Brian Wolfe of Kimball House for an intimate culinary experience.
Learn MoreNovember 2021
SOLD 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 MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights presented by Invesco QQQ
Atlanta
The 11th annual holiday extravaganza dazzles the Garden nightly with millions of brilliantly-colored LED lights and displays.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Floral Design: Workshop
Atlanta
Create and take home your own contemporary floral arrangement with an autumn flair.
Learn MoreAtlanta Orchid Society 2021 Orchid Show
Atlanta
Join the Atlanta Orchid Society for the 2021 Orchid Show and sale in the Day Hall.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Floral Design: Workshop
Atlanta
Create and take home your own contemporary floral arrangement with an autumn flair.
Learn MoreJanuary 2022
Introduction to Drawing in Black & White
Atlanta
Discover composition, proportion, shading and perspective and more working in a variety of black and white media.
Learn MoreVirtual Science Café: Nick DiLuzio
Fire plays a vital role in many ecosystems in Georgia, especially in its forest lands. Learn more from Nick DiLuzio in this vibrant discussion.
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 MoreThe Inspired Gardener Virtual Symposium
Atlanta
Shake off the winter blues and get in gear for springtime with this full day of garden inspiration!
Learn MoreTai Chi
Atlanta
Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreFebruary 2022
SOLD OUT: Container Gardening
Atlanta
Learn container garden design principles and plant combinations for year-round appeal.
Learn MoreOrchid Daze
Atlanta
Enjoy thousands of beautiful, fragrant orchids on display during Orchid Daze, the Fuqua Orchid Center’s annual exhibition highlighting winter’s favorite plant.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Intermediate 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 More73rd Annual Camellia Show
Atlanta
Experience “the rose of winter” with dozens of cut specimens during the 73rd annual North Georgia Camellia Society Show.
Learn MoreMarch 2022
SOLD OUT: Drawing Birds, Bees, and Other Pollinators
Atlanta
Learn how to draw birds, bees, and other pollinators in black and white and then in colored pencil.
Learn MoreScience Café: Dr. Christine Folch
Atlanta
Join us for the next virtual installment of Science Café with Dr. Christine Folch.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids at Home
Atlanta
This course explores the use of different home environments, both typical and constructed, for growing orchids at a wide range of skill levels.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT Educator Appreciation Evening
Atlanta
Amazing Metro-Atlanta teachers are invited to join us on a special evening full of beautiful spring blooms!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Flavors of Persian New Year
Atlanta
Join Chef Naina Bhedwar of Kesar Kitchen in this hands-on class to learn what goes into certain classic dishes enjoyed for Nowruz - the Persian New Year.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Introduction to Drawing in Colored Pencil
Atlanta
Learn color theory and composition. Explore methods for drawing botanical renderings and still lifes from photographs and reproductions.
Learn MoreApril 2022
SOLD OUT: Pruning
Atlanta
Join us for a detailed discussion of pruning principles precedes a demonstration in the Garden.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT Fresh Plates: Chef Bruno Vergara
Atlanta
Enjoy a relaxing evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Bruno Vergara of El Viñedo Local in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Joey Ward
Atlanta
Join Chef Joey Ward of Southern Belle & Georgia Boy for an intimate culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreVirtual Science Café: Dr. Amy Iler
Atlanta
Dr. Amy Iler discusses the drivers and consequences of earlier flowering under climate change.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Cooking with Fresh Herbs
Atlanta
Explore ways to enhance the flavors in your cooking by using fresh herbs.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Duane Nutter
Atlanta
Join Chef Duane Nutter of Southern National for an intimate culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates: Chef Thomas McKeown
Atlanta
Enjoy a relaxing evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Thomas McKeown of Hyatt Regency Atlanta in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreMay 2022
SOLD OUT: Spring Brunch at the Garden
Atlanta
Savor a tasty brunch featuring fresh spring ingredients and learn from the chef as he prepares tasting courses in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreOrigami in the Garden Member Preview: Contributing & Above
Atlanta
Contributing and above members are invited to an exclusive preview in Atlanta.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Intermediate Drawing in Colored Pencil
Atlanta
Build on Intro to Drawing in Colored Pencil with the colors of the tropical world. Large drawings emphasize contours and focal points of detail.
Learn MoreOrigami in the Garden Member Preview: All Members
Atlanta
Individual, Dual, Family and Family Plus members are invited to an exclusive preview in Atlanta.
Learn MoreOrigami in the Garden Member Preview: All Members
Atlanta
Individual, Dual, Family and Family Plus members are invited to an exclusive preview in Atlanta
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Gardens for Connoisseurs Tour
Atlanta
Stroll through Atlanta’s most remarkable private gardens on the 38th annual Gardens for Connoisseurs Tour, May 7-8.
Learn MoreAtlanta Rose Show
Atlanta
Present by the Greater Atlanta Rose Society, the annual cut-flower show in Day Hall features roses of every variety and color.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Pat Pascarella
Atlanta
Join Chef Pat Pascarella of Bastone, Grana and The White Bull for an intimate culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Philippe Haddad
Atlanta
Enjoy a relaxing evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Philippe Haddad of PGH Hospitality Group in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture: Topiary Therapy
Atlanta
Presented by Topiary Artist Mike Gibson, join us for this Alston Lecture.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Nick Leahy
Atlanta
Join Nick Leahy of Nick’s Westside for an intimate culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Chef Rodney Smith Jr.
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning from Chef Rodney Smith Jr. of 5Church Midtown in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreScience 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 MoreIntermediate Drawing in Colored Pencil
Atlanta
Build on Intro to Drawing in Colored Pencil with the colors of the tropical world. Large drawings emphasize contours and focal points of detail.
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 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 MoreTai Chi
Atlanta
Saturdays, June - August: Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreOrigami Folding
Atlanta
Join us in the Outdoor Kitchen every Sunday for origami demonstrations and to try some folds.
Learn MoreCocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Tuesday - Sunday: Enjoy cocktails from cashless bars and live entertainment six nights a week.
Learn MoreLight Bites & Garden Insights: Contributing Members & Above
Contributing and above members are invited to enjoy light bites and a presentation by Garden Conservationists.
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