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It's not just the bees that are buzzing during the summer months at BBG. Everywhere you turn you'll find activity during all times of the day: children running around at camp, visitors on our daily tours, students engaged in classes, community members doing sunset yoga on the lawn, painting students set up with their easels, and many more. There's something for everyone. Whether you're visiting for a day or the whole summer, learning opportunities abound here at BBG.
Contact us if you are an EBT, WIC, or ConnectorCare Card Holder interested in purchasing a ticket for one of these programs with a 50% discount for the Card-holder.
Program Calendar
Thursday, Mar 27 to Thursday, May 1
Learn skills essential for functional garden design that honor the site and meet client needs in this six-session class, held on Thursdays, March 27 through May 1, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Led by Chuck Schnell and Walter Cudnohufsky of Cudnohufsky...
Friday, Apr 4 to Friday, Apr 25
Ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arranging, has been practiced for more than 500 years and was originally a part of Buddhist altar decorations. Today, ikebana maintains its connection to traditional arranging but also engages with flowers using modern...
Wednesday, Apr 16
Visit the Brooklyn Botanic Garden for a private tour during cherry blossom season, then enjoy lunch on your own at the Yellow Magnolia Cafe. Spring cherry blossoms are cherished for their ephemeral nature and are believed to represent the impermanence of...
Saturday, Apr 19 to Saturday, Jun 14
Capture spring unfolding in the garden with a heightened awareness of color during this three-session watercolor series focusing on color exploration, experimentation and practice on Saturdays, April 19, May 17 and June 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Led by...
Saturday, Apr 19
Join us to embrace spring by creating a beautifully unique floral centerpiece on Saturday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to noon. Whether celebrating for the holidays or just needing some floral cheer, Hilary Collingwood of Moonflower Farm will guide you through...
Friday, Apr 25
Join Berkshire Botanical Garden for a Spring Family Friday on Friday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to noon with Piti Theatre's Story Wizards. A Wizard Even Crankier than the Story Wizard has stolen the world's tales. Now the Story Wizard must set off to find...
Saturday, Apr 26
Many gardeners are experimenting with the more natural style of planting popularized by the “Dutch Wave” and New York City’s High Line, but most of the plants that work best for these designs aren’t as familiar as our classic border perennials. Join...
Sunday, Apr 27
Join us for a foraged feast for the senses, with farm-to-table chef and educator Tracy Hayhurst, and mindfulness meditation-in-nature facilitator, Sandrine Harris. We gather on Sunday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., for a dynamic experience with...
Friday, May 2
Led by After Hours founder Kevin Kelly, First Friday on May 2 from 5 to 7:30 p.m., is designed to bring excitement and invite curiosity about the culinary world. May's program will focus on Latin cuisine with locally sourced ingredients.
Kevin Kelly is...
Saturday, May 3
Join mixologist Billy Jack to guide you through creating classic and seasonal beverages — both with alcohol and without — on Saturday, May 3, from 5 to 7 p.m. Explore harnessing the flavors of seasonal botanicals to create inspired and delicious drinks...
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