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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
Friday, May 23
Join us on Friday, May 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., for a day of planting and stewarding meadows with Larry Weaner. Demand for native meadows, particularly as an alternative to lawn, is increasing dramatically. That said, few planting types are more...
Monday, Jun 2 to Sunday, Jun 8
Embark on a captivating journey through the lush landscapes and rich history of Ireland from June 2 to June 8, 2025. For more information, contact Lani Summerville at 413-446-8728 or office@classicalexcursions.com.
Tour participants are to make their own...
Tuesday, Jun 3 to Friday, Jun 20
Summer Bird Walks at BBG -
Week 1: Tuesday June 3, at 8:30 a.m. and Friday, June 6, at 8:30 a.m.
Week 2: Monday, June 9, at 8:30 a.m. and Friday, June 13, at 8:30 a.m.
Week 3: Monday, June 16, at 8:30 a.m. and Friday, June 20, at 8:30 a.m.
There is...
Friday, Jun 6
Led by After Hours founder Kevin Kelly, First Friday on June 6 from 5 to 7:30 p.m., is designed to bring excitement and invite curiosity about the culinary world. June's program will focus on Middle Eastern cuisine with locally sourced ingredients.
Kevin...
Saturday, Jun 7
Grasses are an integral component of naturalistic plantings, the garden style popularized by New York City’s High Line and the “Dutch Wave.” But with names like Schizachyrium, Spodiopogon, and Hakonechloa, they can be bewildering to even experienced...
Saturday, Jun 21
This classic sweet-tart fruit pairing is one of the joys of late spring and early summer. The Berkshires has a perfect climate for rhubarb and produces superb, deeply flavored strawberries. In this demo class on Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p....
Thursday, Jun 26
Join us for this immersive Wine Tasting and Cheese Pairing class, where you’ll explore the art of pairing fine French wines with gourmet cheeses on Thursday, June 26, from 5 to 7 p.m. In this guided tasting experience, participants will sample a curated...
Monday, Jun 30
June 30 — The Rejuvenators with Wanda Houston:
New Orleans funk and soul featuring Wanda Houston, the amazing soul singer, in front of the Fitzpatrick Greenhouse from 5:30 to 7:30p.m.
Monday, Jul 7
July 7 — Glori Wilder and the Moonflowers:
Glori's rich, soulful sound and growing catalog of original, captivating music, will be accompanied by the Moonflowers in front of the Fitzpatrick Greenhouse from 5:30 to 7:30p.m.
Monday, Jul 14
July 14 — The Nate Martel Band:
Rock 'n Soul singer and guitarist, Nate Martel, has a powerful and dynamic sound that is distinct and versatile. Accompanied by a cast of superb musicians, his originals are captivating and his covers are uniquely his own...
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