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September 2019
Fresh Plates Series: Jennifer Yoo of the Hyatt Centric Midtown
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning as Jennifer Yoo of the Hyatt Centric Midtown prepares a four-part small plate menu of her signature dishes.
Learn MoreMake Your Own Seed Packets Workshop
Gainesville
Create your own illustrated seed packets in this workshop that's perfect for every gardener who loves to save and share their favorite seeds.
Learn MoreDrop-in Family Program: Creative Chocolate Creatures
Atlanta
Use your imagination to create amazing chocolate treats that will delight your sweet tooth and enchant your tummy during Chocolate Covered Weekend.
Learn MoreFine Line Pen for Botanical Illustration
Atlanta
Fine line pen is the ideal medium for botanical illustration because it reproduces so beautifully in books and publications. Learn the basic techniques and tools for working with fine line pen.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture: Around the World in 80 plants, An Edible Perennial Vegetable Adventure
Atlanta
'Extreme Salad Man' Stephen Barstow, author of Around the World in 80 Plants: An Edible Perennial Vegetable Adventure for Temperate Climates shares his lifetime of experience trialing 6,000 vegetables from around the world.
Learn MoreGrowing Edibles in Small Spaces
Atlanta
Don’t let small space deter you from having fresh, home-grown fruits and veggies. Learn to maximize your small yard, patio, or window boxes to grow your own healthy and delicious food.
Learn MoreFresh Plates Series: Eddie Hernandez of Taqueria del Sol
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning as Eddie Hernandez of Taqueria del Sol prepares a four-part small plate menu of his signature dishes.
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Fresh Plates Series: Brian Owen of Donetto
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning as Brian Owen of Donetto restaurant prepares a four-part small plate menu of his signature dishes.
Learn MoreFuqua Lecture: Reversing Climate Change, Saving the World with Josh Tickell
Atlanta
Critically acclaimed film director and best-selling author Josh Tickell shares what he’s learned about how individuals can work together to reverse the impact of climate change.
Learn MoreFresh Plates Series: Andrew Cacioppo of Brezza Cucina
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning as Chef Andrew Cacioppo of Brezza Cucina prepares a four-part small plate menu of his signature dishes.
Learn MoreFloral Design: Demonstration
Atlanta
Come and learn some of the secret mechanics behind contemporary floral designs. This is a demonstration only class.
Learn MoreWell-Seasoned Chef: Todd Richards
Atlanta
Join Atlanta’s chefs for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. Learn from amazing chefs as they prepare a four-part fresh menu.
Learn MoreFresh Plates Series: Deborah VanTrece of Twisted Soul
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning as Chef Deborah VanTrece from Twisted Soul prepares a four-part small plate menu of her signature dishes.
Learn MoreScience Café
Atlanta
The Science Café returns to Mershon Hall. This series features expert speakers and discussions on exciting conservation topics on select Thursdays during Cocktails in the Garden.
Learn MorePractical Beekeeping
Gainesville
Explore the basics of beekeeping through the life of a beekeeper’s year. Learn where to find materials and when and how to get started in the world of beekeeping!
Learn MoreWell-Seasoned Chef
Atlanta
Join Atlanta’s chefs for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. Learn from amazing chefs as they prepare a four-part fresh menu.
Learn MoreForcing Bulbs
Atlanta
What is more beautiful in winter than a pot full of bright spring flowers? Learn how to correctly arrange dormant bulbs in an 8" clay pot and cultivate them for a maximum display several weeks later.
Learn MoreFresh Plates Series: Victoria Shore of Recess
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning as Victoria Shore of Recess prepares a four-part small plate menu of her signature dishes. Chef Victora Shore from Recess will be serving a special vegan-friendly menu on October 23.
Learn MoreFall Fiesta
Atlanta
Chef David Waller, Taqueria del Sol Catering, will highlight the season’s best flavors with an emphasis on empanadas, tamales and more.
Learn MoreAutobiography of a Garden: Artist’s Talk with Andrew Raftery
Atlanta
Artist Andrew Raftery will discuss the relationship between his art and the constantly renewing cycles inherent to gardening.
Learn MoreNovember 2019
Floral Painting on Black Canvas – Painting in Reverse
Gainesville
Capture all of the colors in the Garden by starting on a dark canvas in this class that explores color theory.
Learn MoreHomemade Pie Making
Atlanta
Elevate the pies you're already making or learn something completely new when you learn how to make pie crust from scratch in this hands-on class.
Learn MoreEthnobotanical Plants of the Conservatory
Atlanta
In this special experience, the Garden’s Fuqua Conservatory Manager will provide an enhanced walk-through of the Conservatory.
Learn MoreGreat Soil for the Garden
Atlanta
Soil preparation is the secret to a thriving garden! Learn how to select the right soil amendments and fertilizers needed to maintain good garden soil.
Learn MoreFloral Design: Workshop
Atlanta
Join in on the fun as we learn some basic floral design concepts, everyone will create a beautiful arrangement to take home.
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