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June 2023
SOLD OUT: Shade Gardening
Atlanta
The class focuses on plants that work well in combination for a healthy plant community.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Build Your Own Bog Bowl
Atlanta
This hands-on, interactive class will be accompanied by a behind-the-scenes tour and instruction from an experienced staff member.
Learn MoreVirginia Highland Plein Air Painters Exhibition Reception
Atlanta
Join us at Gardenhouse Gallery for refreshments and meet the artists of Virginia Highland Plein Air Painters.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Orchids in Black and White – Morning Session
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 – Evening Session
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: Karl Gorline
Atlanta
Join Chef Karl Gorline of The Woodall for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture: Trash, Trolls and Treasure Hunts
Atlanta
Presenter Thomas Dambo discusses his career as the world's leading recycling artist and his current exhibition at the Garden, Trolls: Save the Humans.
Learn MoreScience Café: Lance Gunderson, Ph. D.
Atlanta
In this talk, we discuss how to navigate the transition into the Anthropocene is key to discovering sustainable futures.
Learn MoreTai Chi – Quarter III
Atlanta
Saturdays, June - August: Learn this ancient Chinese martial art designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreRefugee Recipe Celebration
Atlanta
Celebrate the strong connections between plants, food and culture in honor of World Refugee Day.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Tiina D’Souza
Atlanta
Join Tiina D'Souza as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreCelebrating Juneteenth
Gainesville
Celebrate Juneteenth at the Gainesville Garden with special hours on Monday, June 19, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Last entry at 8 p.m.)
Learn MoreCelebrating Juneteenth
Atlanta
Celebrate Juneteenth at the Garden with special hours on Monday, June 19.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Bruno Vergara
Atlanta
Join Chef Bruno Vergara of El Viñedo Local for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Orchids, Divas of the Design World
Atlanta
Create an arrangement with orchids using a variety of botanical accents.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Thomas Davis
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Thomas Davis of The Betty, St. Julep and Willow Bar in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreBlooms in Mixed Media: Working with Watercolors, Graphite and Acrylic on Toned Paper
Gainesville
We will capture bouquets of flowers and all their colors, shapes and textures.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Summer Plant-Based Picnic
Atlanta
Learn to prepare three colorful, vegan finger food recipes that are favorites among all ages.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Richard Brown
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Richard Brown of Longleaf Restaurant in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreJuly 2023
SOLD OUT: Edible Gardening for Beginners
Atlanta
Get your vegetable garden producing for the upcoming growing season!
Learn MoreVirtual Science Café: Tatiana Arias, Ph. D.
Atlanta
In this talk, we discuss the significance of ongoing efforts in Colombia to safeguard orchid diversity and empowering communities for conservation through sustainable practices.
Learn MoreSummer Party: Enchanted Garden
Atlanta
Escape the every day and step into an enchanted evening at the Garden's Summer Party!
Learn MoreSunday Pop-Up: Cocktails in the Garden
Atlanta
Join us for a special Sunday edition of Cocktails in the Garden.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Orchids in Colored Pencil – Morning Session
Atlanta
Explore the exquisite and varied colorations of the Orchid family.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Orchids in Colored Pencil – Evening Session
Atlanta
Explore the exquisite and varied colorations of the Orchid family.
Learn MoreAugust 2023
Strings in the Garden
Atlanta
This event has reached capacity. 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: Hector Fernando Arocha Garza
Atlanta
In this talk, we discuss how Cuatro Ciénegas, Coahuila provides us with an invaluable opportunity to investigate the origins of life and deepen our understanding of Earth's evolutionary history
Learn MoreCANCELED – Garden Chef Demos: Ilene Rouamvongsor
Atlanta
Join Chef Ilene Rouamvongsor as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Nick Leahy
Atlanta
Join Chef Nick Leahy of Nick's Westside for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Luis Guevara Salgado
Atlanta
Join Chef Luis Guevara Salgado of Aziza for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Trees – Morning Session
Atlanta
Celebrate trees by learning to draw them with pencil, pen, marker and charcoal.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing Trees – Evening Session
Atlanta
Celebrate trees by learning to draw them with pencil, pen, marker and charcoal.
Learn MoreFermenting Vegetables
Atlanta
Discover the basic science and techniques behind fermenting vegetables and enjoy appetizers as you discuss the many health benefits fermented foods can provide.
Learn MoreSeptember 2023
SOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Jon Novak
Atlanta
Join Chef Jon Novak of Tiny Lou's for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Blake Hartley
Atlanta
Join Chef Blake Hartley of Lapeer Steak & Seafood for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreTai Chi – Quarter IV
Atlanta
Saturdays, September 9 - November 11: Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreHoney Bee Biology for Beekeeping
Atlanta
In this class, we will take a look at honey bee biology that is relevant to beekeeping.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Tour of Orchid Collection
Atlanta
Enjoy a curator-led walking tour of the Fuqua Orchid Center and orchid collection.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Rye Sourdough Bread Basics
Atlanta
Learn the secrets to making delicious wheat free homemade bread.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Bob Ryan
Atlanta
Join Chef Bob Ryan of St. Cecilia for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Pat Pascarella
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Pat Pascarella of Bastone, Grana, The White Bull and Alici in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreHydroponics Basics
Atlanta
Join us for a discussion and demonstration of the benefits and drawbacks, various methodologies and environmental impacts of hydroponic gardening.
Learn MoreCANCELED: Garden Chef Demos: Natalie Fisher-Chavez
Atlanta
Join Chef Natalie-Fisher Chavez as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Philippe Haddad
Atlanta
Join Chef Philippe Haddad of Philippe's by PGH for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreRegistration is Closed: Carnivorous Plants
Atlanta
Discover the diversity, ecogeography and adaptations of a variety of carnivorous plants!
Learn MoreScience Café: Julie Velásquez Runk and Frankie Green
Atlanta
Join us for the next installment of Science Café!
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 MoreGarden Chef Demos: Ilene Rouamvongsor
Atlanta
Join Chef Ilene Rouamvongsor as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Ilene Rouamvongsor
Atlanta
Join Chef Ilene Rouamvongsor as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreAlston Lecture: Color Me Happy: Plants That Brighten Winter’s Gloom
Atlanta
Presenter Jason Reeves discusses plants with winter interest that can make gray days more bearable.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Julio Delgado
Atlanta
Join Chef Julio Delgado of Minnie Olivia Pizzeria and Fogón and Lions for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Paul Martin
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Paul Martin of Ecco Buckhead in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Ilene Rouamvongsor
Atlanta
Join Chef Ilene Rouamvongsor as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
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 MoreOctober 2023
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 MoreSOLD OUT: Fine Line Pen for Botanical Illustration – Morning Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, October 3 - 31: 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, October 3 - 31: Learn the basic techniques and tools for working with a fine line pen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Deborah VanTrece
Atlanta
Join Chef Deborah VanTrece of Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Duane Nutter
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Duane Nutter of Southern National Atlanta in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreRegistration is Closed: Bulb Basics
Atlanta
Plan your beautiful spring and summer blooms now by learning about the best bulbs for each season.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Edible Container Gardening
Atlanta
Learn to maximize your small yard, patio or window boxes to grow your own healthy and delicious food.
Learn MoreRegistration is Closed: 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 MoreRegistration is Closed: Gardening for Pollinators
Atlanta
Come learn how to create a safe place for these creatures to thrive in your own garden.
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 Series
Atlanta
This fall, Plant. Eat. Repeat. branches out with free community workshops about fruit tree pruning and maintenance at several local orchards.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Ilene Rouamvongsor
Atlanta
Join Chef Ilene Rouamvongsor as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreMember Fall Evening in Atlanta
Atlanta
Experience festive harvest activities, featuring hundreds of pumpkins, colorful fall leaves and Scarecrows in the Garden!
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Santiago Gomez
Atlanta
Join Chef Santiago Gomez of Palo Santo for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreRegistration is Closed: Winter Container Gardening
Atlanta
This class explores container gardening basics including plant selection, soil types and choosing appropriate containers.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Series: Rodney Smith
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Rodney Smith of 5Church in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreGarden 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 MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series
Atlanta
This fall, Plant. Eat. Repeat. branches out with free community workshops about fruit tree pruning and maintenance at several local orchards.
Learn MoreGarden 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 MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Joey Ward
Atlanta
Join Chef Joey Ward of Southern Belle & Georgia Boy for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreFuqua Lecture: Margaret Renkl
Atlanta
Join Author and New York Times columnist Margaret Renkl to discuss her new book The Comfort of Crows.
Learn MoreVirtual: Plant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series
Atlanta
This fall, Plant. Eat. Repeat. branches out with free community workshops about fruit tree pruning and maintenance at several local orchards.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Exploring Native Plants
Atlanta
Transform your yard into a valuable natural community.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: 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: Pruning
Atlanta
Get an expert’s take on the proper timing and techniques for tree/shrub pruning and fall cut-backs.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series
Atlanta
This fall, Plant. Eat. Repeat. branches out with free community workshops about fruit tree pruning and maintenance at several local orchards.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Shobha Swamy
Atlanta
Join Chef Shobha Swamy as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MorePlant. Eat. Repeat. Workshop Series
Atlanta
This fall, Plant. Eat. Repeat. branches out with free community workshops about fruit tree pruning and maintenance at several local orchards.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Homemade Pie Making
Atlanta
In this class, we cover how to use the crust for both sweet and savory applications as well as fun decorative techniques.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Well-Seasoned Chef: Matthew Basford
Atlanta
Join Chef Matthew Basford of Canoe for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience in the Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT – Fresh Plates Series: Hugo Valdez
Atlanta
Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping, and learning from Chef Hugo Valdez of Yakitori Kona in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Pamela Askerneese-Henry
Atlanta
Join Chef Pamela Askerneese-Henry as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreFest-of-Ale
Atlanta
Explore Scarecrows in the Garden as darkness falls while enjoying craft beers and live entertainment.
Learn MoreGarden Chef Demos: Pamela Askerneese-Henry
Atlanta
Join Chef Pamela Askerneese-Henry as she demonstrates her recipes in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Perfecting Pie Fillings
Atlanta
In this class, we discuss recipes, techniques and practical tips for perfecting a variety of pie types including custards, fresh fruit and nuts.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Fine Line Pen for Botanical Illustration – Morning Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, October 3 - 31: 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, October 3 - 31: Learn the basic techniques and tools for working with a fine line pen.
Learn MoreNovember 2023
SOLD OUT: Build Your Own Terrarium
Atlanta
Build your own miniature garden in a glass terrarium with an assortment of interesting tropical plants!
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights Volunteer Orientation
Atlanta
Spread holiday cheer this season during Garden Lights, Holidays Nights!
Learn MoreRegistration is Closed: Tai Chi – Quarter IV
Atlanta
Saturdays, September 9 - November 11: Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance.
Learn MoreSOLD OUT: Drawing the Fall Harvest – Morning Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, November 7 - December 12: In this class, students create still-life drawings in colored pencil.
Learn MoreDrawing the Fall Harvest – Evening Session
Atlanta
Tuesdays, November 7 - December 12: In this class, students create still-life drawings in colored pencil.
Learn MoreGarden Lights, Holiday Nights presented by Invesco QQQ
Atlanta
Saturday, Nov. 18 – Sunday, Jan. 14: Get timed tickets for the annual holiday extravaganza featuring millions of brilliantly colored LED lights and displays.
Learn More