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Canceled: Tai Chi

January 25, 2020 @ 9:15 am - 10:15 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.

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Flower Show Lecture by Jane Godshalk

February 22, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Piedmont Driving Club, 1215 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Atlanta

As part of the Atlanta Botanical Garden’s 2020 Flower Show, floral designer Jane Godshalk will discuss and demonste her techniques during a lecture at the Piedmont Driving Club.

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One Foot at a Time: Springtime Vegetable Gardening for Beginners

February 26, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

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.

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SePPCon 2020

March 2, 2020 - March 6, 2020
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Southeastern Partners in Plant Conservation, Symposium & Workshop

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Canceled: 5 Steps to Create an Outdoor Space You Love

March 14, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Come learn how to create a synergistic relationship between your home and your outdoor living space.

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Canceled: Intro to Drawing in Colored Pencil

March 17, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn color theory and composition in this lively class that introduces students to colored pencil drawing using the Garden as a subject.

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Field Trip Fridays

April 3, 2020

Atlanta

Fridays in April: Join the Garden and other Atlanta cultural attractions for virtual experiences online every week.

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Field Trip Fridays

April 10, 2020

Atlanta

Fridays in April: Join the Garden and other Atlanta cultural attractions for virtual experiences online every week.

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Canceled: Tai Chi

April 11, 2020 @ 9:15 am - 10:15 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn this ancient Chinese exercise form, designed to increase flexibility and balance.

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Canceled: Honey Bee Biology for Beekeeping

April 11, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

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!

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Field Trip Fridays

April 17, 2020

Atlanta

Fridays in April: Join the Garden and other Atlanta cultural attractions for virtual experiences online every week.

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Canceled: Exploring Native Plants

April 22, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

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.

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Field Trip Fridays

April 24, 2020

Atlanta

Fridays in April: Join the Garden and other Atlanta cultural attractions for virtual experiences online every week.

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Canceled: Japanese Maple Pruning

April 25, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn how to prune your Japanese maple successfully. This class emphasizes the science and art of aesthetic pruning.

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Canceled: Well-Seasoned Chef with Linton Hopkins

June 9, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Linton Hopkins of Holeman and Finch Public House for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Canceled: Tomato Basics

June 13, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

In this class, students will learn about the care needed for thriving tomato plants.

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Canceled: Beekeeping: Getting Started

June 13, 2020 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn about the basics of beekeeping and the beekeeper’s year, where to find materials, and when and how to get started.

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Mykel Burkhart

June 23, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Mykel Burkhart of Miller Union for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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House Plants for Beginners

July 25, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn to put the right plant in the right place with this introduction to plants for your home.

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Sold Out: Summer Wonderland Brunch at the Garden

July 25, 2020 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join the fun with an Alice's Wonderland themed brunch with Executive Chef Jason Paolini as he brings his tasty fare and ideas to the Outdoor Kitchen.

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Sold Out: An Introduction to Orchid Biology & Practical Growing

August 1, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

As one of the largest families of flowering plants, orchids present enthusiasts with a diverse array of forms and growing requirements.

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Art of the Quick Sketch (for botanical Drawing)

August 18, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

The quick sketch is an advanced skill built with experience and practice.

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Jonathan Beatty

August 18, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Jonathan Beatty of Ecco Midtown for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Sold Out: Plant-based Cookout Ideas

August 19, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Enjoy a fresh perspective on cooking outside using local, seasonal produce to create summer meals.

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Canceled: Succulents for the Patio and Home Garden

August 19, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Want to decorate your home and patio with plants that don’t require a lot of water? Learn to use succulents you know and love, and discover new ones to enjoy.

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Science Cafe: Dr. Jennifer Leavey

August 20, 2020 @ 6:00 pm

Atlanta

Jennifer Leavey is a Principal Academic Professional in the School of Biology and the College of Sciences. She is the Director of the Georgia Tech Urban Honey Bee Project, an interdisciplinary educational initiative with the goal of recruiting and retaining students in STEM careers.

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Art of the Quick Sketch (for botanical Drawing)

August 25, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

The quick sketch is an advanced skill built with experience and practice.

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Art of the Quick Sketch (for botanical Drawing)

August 25, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

The quick sketch is an advanced skill built with experience and practice.

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Postponed: Alston Lecture: Creating Transformative Spaces with Plants

August 25, 2020 @ 7:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Patrick Cullina is an award-winning horticulturist, landscape designer, photographer, lecturer, and organizational consultant with more than twenty-five years of experience in the landscape field.

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Art of the Quick Sketch (for botanical Drawing)

September 1, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

The quick sketch is an advanced skill built with experience and practice.

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Art of the Quick Sketch (for botanical Drawing)

September 1, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

The quick sketch is an advanced skill built with experience and practice.

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Zeb Stevenson

September 1, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Zeb Stevenson of Redbird for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Art of the Quick Sketch (for botanical Drawing)

September 8, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

The quick sketch is an advanced skill built with experience and practice.

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Art of the Quick Sketch (for botanical Drawing)

September 8, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

The quick sketch is an advanced skill built with experience and practice.

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Travis Kirkley

September 8, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Travis Kirkley of Oak Steakhouse for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience.

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Sold Out: Selecting Bulbs

September 8, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Plan your beautiful spring and summer blooms now by learning about the best bulbs for each season.

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Composting Basics

September 9, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn the basics of composting and learn everything you need to start producing at home.

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Art of the Quick Sketch (for botanical Drawing)

September 15, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

The quick sketch is an advanced skill built with experience and practice.

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Art of the Quick Sketch (for botanical Drawing)

September 15, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

The quick sketch is an advanced skill built with experience and practice.

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Craig Richards

September 15, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Craig Richards of Lyla Lila for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Peter Dale

September 22, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Peter Dale of The National and Maepole-ATL for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Anne Quatrano

September 23, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Anne Quatrano of Bacchanalia for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Sold Out: Garden Inspired Appetizers

September 27, 2020 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn some new recipes to entertain your family and friends, and how to make a variety of small plate dishes or appetizers showcasing fall produce, eggs and fresh herbs.

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Canceled: Well-Seasoned Chef with Matthew Ryder

September 29, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Matthew Ryder of Donetto for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Nick Leahy

October 6, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Nick Leahy of AIX for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Matthew Basford

October 13, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Matthew Basford of Canoe for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Postponed: Creative Macro Photography Weekend Workshop

October 17, 2020 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

October 17-18: Spend two full days learning how to take your close-up photography to the next level with award-winning photographer Charles Needle.

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Postponed: Creative Macro Photography Weekend Workshop

October 18, 2020 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

October 17-18: Spend two full days learning how to take your close-up photography to the next level with award-winning photographer Charles Needle.

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Canceled: Well-Seasoned Chef with Jeb Aldrich

October 20, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Jeb Aldrich of Tiny Lou's for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Sold Out: Well-Seasoned Chef with Kevin Gillespie and Red Beard Restaurants

October 27, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Join Chef Kevin Gillespie and Red Beard Restaurants for an intimate and relaxing culinary experience. 

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Virtual Light Bites & Garden Insights

December 9, 2020 @ 6:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Contributing and above members are invited to join our School Programs Coordinator, Zana Pouncey, for a virtual tour through several spectacular areas of the Garden.

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Science Café: Dr. Marcela Serna Gonzalez

February 18, 2021 @ 6:00 pm

Atlanta

Join Dr.Gonzalez about the distribution and endemism of Colombian magnolias and the main efforts being made for their conservation.

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Birds, Bees and Pollinators

February 25, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn to draw birds, bees and pollinators in black and colored pencil.

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Virtual Vanilla Sunday

February 28, 2021

Atlanta

Join the Garden on February 28 for a new twist on its annual Vanilla Sunday.

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CANCELED: Storybook Time

March 3, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 11:05 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Wednesdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m. Nature-inspired stories come to life as our educators read about bees, flowers, butterflies and other garden friends.

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Birds, Bees and Pollinators

March 4, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Learn to draw birds, bees and pollinators in black and colored pencil.

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Birds, Bees and Pollinators

March 4, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Learn to draw birds, bees and pollinators in black and colored pencil.

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