Atlanta Botanical Garden, GAINESVILLE
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Curious Saturdays
From May to September, the first Saturday of each month features our new mobile Curiosity Cart from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Formerly called Discovery Stations, this mobile learning center offers guests unique insights into the garden, its plants, and the surrounding ecosyste......More
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
SOLD OUT: Build Your Own Bog Bowl
This is a hands-on, interactive class that will be accompanied by a behind-the-scenes tour and instruction from an experienced staff member. Space is extremely limited and plants will require full sun to thrive. Schedule: Saturday, May 4 10 a.m. – noon Fee: $65 (Member ......More
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
SOLD OUT: Peony Watercolor Class
Learn how to paint peonies using traditional Chinese watercolor techniques along with traditional Chinese sumi brushes and rice paper. This class is appropriate for all levels of artistic experience. All materials will be provided. Learn more about the instructor Andrew......More
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Saturday May 4 11:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Garden Chef Demos: Pamela Askerneese-Henry
Each Saturday and Sunday at 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. during Spring, Summer and Fall. In the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen, the Garden Chef Demos showcase fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs in simple and mouthwatering recipes. Be inspired to try something new th......More
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Sunday May 5 11:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Garden Chef Demos: Pamela Askerneese-Henry
Each Saturday and Sunday at 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. during Spring, Summer and Fall. In the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen, the Garden Chef Demos showcase fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs in simple and mouthwatering recipes. Be inspired to try something new th......More
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Monday May 6 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Alice’s Wonderland Returns: Contributing & Above Member Preview
Contributing members and above are invited to step back into to our magical, fan-favorite mosaiculture exhibition, Alice’s Wonderland Returns, with immersive theatrical entertainment from The Off-Centered Project, live music from cellist Jessica Messere and DJ Yvonne Mo......More
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Tuesday May 7 through June 11
SOLD OUT: Intermediate Drawing in Colored Pencil
Build on Intro to Drawing in Colored Pencil with the colors of the tropical world. Large drawing emphasize contours and focal points of detail. Students bring their own live plants to draw. This is part of the Botanical Drawing Program. Schedule: Tuesdays, May 7 – June ......More
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Tuesday May 7 6:00am - 8:00am EDT
Garden Playtime
Introduce your little one to the joys of nature! Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child’s interest in the natural world. Suggested ages: 6 months – 5 yearsDates: Tuesdays, March – Oct.Time: 10 a.m. – noonFree with Garden admission Weather permitting.......More
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Tuesday May 7 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Alice’s Wonderland Returns: Member Preview
Be among the first to step back into to our magical, fan-favorite mosaiculture exhibition, Alice’s Wonderland Returns, with immersive theatrical entertainment from The Off-Centered Project, live music from cellist Jessica Messere and DJ Yvonne Monet, imaginative crafts ......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:00am - 11:05am EDT
Storybook Time
Listen to stories about bees, flowers, butterflies, and other garden friends. Suggested ages: 1 – 4 yearsDates: Wednesdays, March – Oct.Time: 10 & 10:45 a.m. Weather permitting. We will cancel if rain or inclement weather makes outdoor programming impractical. To check......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:00am EDT
Storybook & Sensory Bin Time
Engage young minds and senses with nature-inspired stories. Join us for Storybook Time on Wednesdays, 10 – 10:15 a.m. April – September.Suggested ages: 1 – 4 years The sensory bin station is available in the Children’s Garden for kids to explore before and after Storyb......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Drop-In Kids Gardening Activity
Each week in the Children’s Garden, expert horticulturists feature a kid-friendly gardening activity, like seed planting, watering or harvesting, both to keep our Garden beautiful and connect our youngest guests with nature. Schedule: Wednesdays, March – SeptemberTime: ......More
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Thursday May 9 10:00am - 11:05am EDT
Garden Grooves
Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors. Suggested ages: 2 – 5 years Dates: Thursdays, March – Oct.Time: 10 & 10:45 a.m. Weather permitting. We will cancel if rain or inclement weather makes outdoor programming imp......More
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Thursday May 9 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Alice’s Wonderland Returns: Member Preview
Be among the first to step back into to our magical, fan-favorite mosaiculture exhibition, Alice’s Wonderland Returns, with immersive theatrical entertainment from The Off-Centered Project, live music from cellist Jessica Messere and DJ Yvonne Monet, imaginative crafts ......More
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Friday May 10 10:00am - 11:15am EDT
Shows for Seedlings: Anansi and the Colorful Kente Cloth with Jerry G. White
Enjoy a variety of live performances by some of Atlanta’s most beloved children’s musicians and storytellers in this engaging series. Shows take place Fridays, May through September at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Join us in the Garden for Anansi and the Colorful Kente Cloth, a ......More
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Friday May 10 11:00am EDT
Fairytale Friday
Come to the garden dressed as a favorite fairytale character, fairies, dragons, knights, princesses, witches, and wizards. Starting at 11 a.m. in the Children’s Garden, enjoy a story read by Mother Nature and a fairytale parade filled with music and bubbles. This event ......More
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Saturday May 11 through September 15
Alice’s Wonderland Returns
Alice – aka the namesake of Alice in Wonderland – returns to the Garden this spring with all of her best friends from previous exhibitions of the giant living plant sculptures. Alice’s Wonderland Returns, set for May 11 – September 15, features seven installations of 3......More
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Saturday May 11 11:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Garden Chef Demos: Megan McCarthy
Each Saturday and Sunday at 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. during Spring, Summer and Fall. In the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen, the Garden Chef Demos showcase fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs in simple and mouthwatering recipes. Be inspired to try something new th......More
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Saturday May 11 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
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
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Sunday May 12 11:30am - 1:30pm EDT
Garden Chef Demos: Megan McCarthy
Each Saturday and Sunday at 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. during Spring, Summer and Fall. In the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen, the Garden Chef Demos showcase fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs in simple and mouthwatering recipes. Be inspired to try something new th......More
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Tuesday May 14 7:00pm EDT
Alston Lecture: Rebecca McMackin
Adventures in Ecological Horticulture Who doesn’t love butterflies? Our gardens can be stunningly beautiful while also providing a habitat for the wildlife that enriches our lives. For ecological horticulturist Rebecca McMackin, cultivating habitat is central to landsca......More