Cover: Dale Chihuly, Sapphire Star, 2010, 9½ x 9½ x 9½’ Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix, installed 2013
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1201 N. Galvin Parkway Phoenix, Arizona 85008 dbg.org | 480 941.1225
Keep children interested and engaged with activity sheets as you stroll through the Garden. Stop by the admissions entrance booths and ask about our Desert Detectives bingo games for ages three to eight and our Cacti Quest scavenger hunt for ages eight and older.
Activities for Children Daily / Year Round
Membership Helpline: 480 941.3517 Desert Botanical Garden is a privately funded non– profit organization. Proceeds from these events directly benefit the Garden’s environmental education, plant conservation and research programs.
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SPRING At Desert Botanical Garden
A G u i d e to S pr i n g 2014 E ve nts
Blue Fiori Sun, 2013, Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix
Discovery and surprise await you on the Garden trails. Artist Dale Chihuly has returned to the Desert Botanical Garden with a stunning exhibition of his extraordinary and vibrant works of art.
Now through May 18
Three time periods per day: 8 a.m. – Noon / 12 – 4 p.m. / 4 – 8 p.m. Presented by Chihuly at Night sponsored by
| Supported by Act One Foundation
Spring
Butterfly Exhibit
Chihuly After Dark
March 1 – May 11 / 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. / Daily
8 p.m. – Midnight / March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 / April 5, 12 and 19
Maxine and Jonathan Marshall Butterfly Pavilion
This spring we are offering special Saturday late night time periods with a live DJ and a cash bar. Reservations and tickets for Chihuly After Dark are available through dbg.org/chihuly. Gertrude’s open during extended hours.
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Garden Members Visit dbg.org/chihuly or call the Membership Helpline at 480 941.3517. General Public Visit dbg.org/chihuly or call 480 481.8188 to purchase a ticket. Advance reservations are highly recommended to help ensure availability of your desired date, time period and parking spot. Limited walk-up tickets may be available. If a time period is sold out and you do not have a reservation or ticket, you may not be able to enter the Garden.
Members: Free / General Public: $3.50 with paid Garden admission Children under three free with paid Garden admission Take a stroll through the beautiful Marshall Butterfly Pavilion and find yourself surrounded by hundreds of fluttering butterflies. Watch as butterflies sip nectar and bask in the sun in this lush and colorful habitat. Special outdoor displays showcase plants that attract butterflies. Supported by: The Fred Maytag Family Foundation
Wildflowers at the garden
Mar. 7
Throughout Spring Visit the Harriet K. Maxwell Desert Wildflower Loop Trail to experience a kaleidoscope of color as desert wildflowers bloom throughout the spring. Trail closes at sunset.
Wildflower Tracking in Arizona
During the months of March and April, visit the Garden’s Wildflower InfoSite at dbg.org/wildflowers to see where this season’s desert wildflowers are blooming around Arizona.
Breakfast with the Butterflies Saturday OR Sunday / March 8 OR 9 / 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Dorrance Hall and Boppart Courtyard
Members: Adults $35 / Children $30
Fridays / March 7 – May 30, 2014 7 – 9 p.m. / Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
General Public: Adults $40 / Children $35
Join us for a colorful celebration marking the opening of the Spring Butterfly Exhibit. Enjoy a delicious catered breakfast by Fabulous Food Fine Catering & Events, children’s crafts, face painting, balloon twisting, musical entertainment and interactive dance instruction by flamenco duet Chris & Lena Jácome. All guests will receive admission into the Maxine and Jonathan Marshall Butterfly Pavilion. Children will receive their own pair of butterfly wings to wear and take home. To Purchase Tickets: • Order online at dbg.org/butterflybreakfast • C all 480 481.8188 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily) • V isit the Admissions Box Office (8 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily) Open seating only. Tickets are limited. Advance ticket purchase required. No refunds or exchanges on tickets purchased. Event is rain or shine.
Big Nick and the Gila Monsters – Blues
Mar. 14 The Brazen Heads – Celtic Rock/Irish Mar. 21 Brian Chartrand & the Voce Project – Acoustic Soul Apr. 4
Del Rayz – Blues
Apr. 11 Novo Mundo – Brazilian Apr. 18 Chuck Hall – Blues/Guitar
The Desert Botanical Garden is pleased to bring another notable lineup to the Music in the Garden concert series. Rediscover beloved favorites from years past and welcome Valley legends to the Ullman Terrace stage for the first time, all while enjoying the stunning atmosphere of the Garden at night. For complete lineup visit dbg.org/music.
May 2 Pick & Holler – Old Time Appalachian May 9 Domingo DeGrazia Spanish Guitar Band – Spanish Guitar May 16 Grupo Liberdade – Brazilian/World/Batucada May 30 Big Pete and the Gamblers – Blues Fridays / June 6 – 27, 2014 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. / Doors open at 6 p.m. June 6 Bad Cactus Brass Band – New Orleans Jazz June 13 The Swingtips – Swing June 20 Fuerza Caribe – Latin Jazz/Percussion June 27 Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns – Blues
Members: $20 General Public: $25 To Purchase Tickets: • Order online at dbg.org/music • Call 480 481.8188 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily) • V isit the Admissions Box Office (8 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily)
Plan ahead and enjoy dinner at Gertrude’s, the Garden’s restaurant OR enjoy the following options available at Ullman Terrace: • Patio Café • Chef-attended station • Full cash bar • Boutique wine sales Must be 21 or older to attend and show proper identification to be admitted. Children will not be admitted even if a parent or guardian is present. Concert venue is open seating only. Limited tickets are available. Advance ticket purchase recommended. Group rates are available for parties of 10 or more adults by calling 480 481.8104. No refunds or exchanges on tickets purchased. No outside food or beverage allowed.
Sponsored in part by:
Friday / March 28 / 6:30 – 10 p.m. / Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Members: $70 / General Public: $75
MEMBERS ACT NOW!
Spring
plant sale
All members who purchase their tickets prior to Friday, March 7 will receive $5 off each ticket! Use discount code: Agave2014 Celebrate Sonoran roots at the 12th Annual Agave on the Rocks, a deliciously fun evening at the Desert Botanical Garden. Sample gourmet cuisine prepared by renowned Valley restaurants and caterers, listen to fabulous music and sip refreshing margaritas.
General Public
To Purchase Tickets: • Order online at dbg.org/agaveontherocks • C all 480 481.8188 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily) • V isit the Admissions Box Office (8 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily)
Your one-stop shopping experience featuring the largest variety of arid-adapted plants and expert advice from Garden horticulturists and volunteers. A large variety of specialty retailers will be there, offering unique pottery and other garden accessories.
Must be 21 or older to attend and must show proper identification to be admitted. No exceptions. Children will not be admitted even if parent or guardian is present. Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the door. Event programming is subject to change. No outside food, beverage or alcohol may be brought into the Garden. No refunds, exchanges or rain dates.
Garden Members Preview
Friday / March 14 / 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday / March 15 / 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. AND Sunday / March 16 / 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
No admission charge to enter the Spring Plant Sale. Sponsored in part by:
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Featuring:
central arizona
Cactus and Succulent Society Show and sale Friday – Sunday / April 4 – 6
Friday and Saturday / 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday / 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Dorrance Hall and Boppart Courtyard Included with membership or paid Garden admission. See amazing, beautiful and bizarre examples of cacti and succulents as members of the Central Arizona Cactus and Succulent Society display potted specimens of desert plants from around the world. The show includes a sale featuring plants and pots from southwestern growers and artists. For more information, go to centralarizonacactus.org
Shakespeare in the Garden SPECIAL OUTDOOR EVENT FairyWorlds! May 15 – 18, 22 – 25, 29 – June 1
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. / Performances start at 8 p.m. Performance will be less than 90 minutes and will be held in the Garden’s outdoor Event Plaza. A new adaptation of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream produced by the Southwest Shakespeare Company in partnership with the Desert Botanical Garden. This new vision, by Producing Artistic Director Jared Sakren, includes bold visual elements, stunning costumes, lighting and stage magic designed to highlight the surroundings of the Garden. Ticketing options are general admission or reserved bistro tables for up to four guests. A cash bar and food will be available, provided by Fabulous Food Fine Catering & Events. General Seating: $40 / Reserved Seating: $55 Garden members receive a discount: General Seating: $35 (use discount code: BotanicalGA) Reserved Seating: $50 (use discount code: Botanical) To Purchase Tickets: Order online at swshakespeare.org/fairyworlds
Flashlight Tours Thursdays and Saturdays May 24 – August 30 7 – 9 p.m. Included with membership or paid Garden admission.
Flashlight Tour Birthday Parties Parties offered on Thursday and Saturday nights only from May 24 through August 30. For pricing and availability, call 480 481.8159.
The Garden App Now you can download the Garden app and use your iPhone to help customize your experience at the Garden.
The app includes trail guides, maps, garden tours, plant information and pictures, and a learning center that helps you care for your plants at home. You can download the app through iTunes for $.99. The Garden app was developed by Clarisoft & MuseumXP and Garden staff members. Android coming soon.
Dining Options
Gertrude’s
The cuisine at Gertrude’s focuses on fresh, locally sourced ingredients based on seasonal availability. Gertrude’s offers a full bar with local draft beer, craft bottles, Arizona and regional wines along with Garden-inspired cocktails. Open daily at 7 a.m. for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Reservations strongly recommended. Located in Ottosen Entry Garden. 480 719.8600 | gertrudesrestaurant.net | opentable.com/gertrudes-phoenix facebook.com/gertrudesrestaurant
Flashlight tours are a sensory adventure where you will see, hear and feel the desert night. The self-paced stroll along the main trail to discovery stations is perfect for families and children of all ages.
A more casual option with a variety of gourmet sandwiches, grilled items, garden fresh salads, ice cold beverages and treats. Located on Ullman Terrace. Hours vary.
Remember to bring your flashlights on this adventure.
Butterfly Kiosk
For additional information, call 480 941.1225 or visit dbg.org.
Patio Café
Offering a true taste of the Southwest. Hours vary. Located next to the Marshall Butterfly Pavilion.
Shopping Options The Garden Shop 8 a.m – 8 p.m. / Daily
Shop for distinctive gifts, books, home and garden decor, gourmet foods and unique desert plants. Shop online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at gardenshop.dbg.org.
Chihuly Store
Webster Auditorium / 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. / Daily Shop for Studio Edition glass, limited edition prints, posters, apparel and other branded merchandise related to the Chihuly Exhibit.
Butterfly Store
Near seasonal butterfly exhibit / 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. / Daily Shop for Chihuly related merchandise.