Archive

Origami Folding

Sundays, May – October: Visit the Outdoor Kitchen during the exhibit from 10-11:30 a.m. for origami demonstrations and to try some folds. Guided demonstrations start at 10 and 10:30 a.m. or drop in from 11-11:30 a.m. to try a quick design. Suggested ages 9 and up. Read More

Joseph Genova Floral Paintings

Joseph Genova, a native of Italy, moved to New York at the age of nine. He studied at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York. Although he is mainly self-taught as an artist, he has drawn inspiration from masters such as Caravaggio and his use of chiaroscuro, the strong contrast… Read More

Atlanta Rose Show

Presented by the Greater Atlanta Rose Society, the annual cut-flower show in Day Hall features roses of every variety and color.  LEARN MORE… Read More

SOLD OUT: Rye Sourdough Bread Basics

Learn the secrets to making delicious wheat free homemade bread. From ingredient selection to fermenting, kneading and proofing, we discuss techniques for success using the chef’s recipe for traditional Estonian rye bread. Estonian cuisine is a combination of Scandinavian, German, and Russian cuisines, and EstoEtno’s pastry/cake/tart selection represents… Read More

Nature Connects

Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects Made with LEGO® Bricks, set for March 4 – May 30, features sculptures by artist Sean Kenney constructed entirely of LEGO bricks. These precisely built yet whimsical pieces are designed to inspire both the young and the young-at-heart about the natural world. Kenney uses only standard, off-the- shelf,… Read More

SOLD OUT: Flavors of Persian New Year

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. Discover cooking techniques that lend themselves to various cuisines, and explore the significance of some of the ingredients as you assist with preparing a sumptuous lunch. Then sample the… Read More

SOLD OUT: Cooking with Fresh Herbs

Explore ways to enhance the flavors in your cooking by using fresh herbs. Learn two unique recipes for spreads made with herbs that are easy to grow at home, and sample them as you discover other ways to use these flavor-packed plants in your daily meals. Schedule Sunday, April 24, 2 – 3:30 p.m. Read More

Origami in the Garden

The exhibition, presented May 7 – Oct. 16, features 18 installations of nearly 70 museum-quality metal sculptures inspired by the Japanese art of folding paper that are the creations of Santa Fe artists Kevin and Jennifer Box. Throughout the Garden will be large-scale sculptures of flying birds, emerging butterflies, grazing… Read More

Virtual Alston Lecture Digital Viewing: Jamaica Kincaid

For a limited time, view the incredible Virtual Alston Lecture with Jamaica Kincaid in conversation with Teresa Weaver. Learn more about the celebrated author’s fascinating and, at time, dangerous trek through the foothills of the Himalayas in search of native plants to grow in her Vermont Garden. Get your copy… Read More

Scarecrows in the Garden Registration: Gainesville

Now in its sixth year, Scarecrows in the Gainesville Garden stuffs the woodlands with creations by local artists, crafters, youth groups and more. This popular exhibition will return on October 3 with the theme, Día de Muertos! Cast your vote for your favorite scarecrow this year! The winner will receive a… Read More