New England Botanic Garden July/August 2024 Bulletin

JULY / AUGUST 2024

Program Registration

For the most up-to-date information about our programs, or to register, please visit the calendar section of our website.

For questions about our adult programs or youth and family programs, please contact our Registrar at registrar@nebg.org or at 508.869.6111x174.

Weekday Wellness

Chair Yoga

Using a chair as a prop, have fun while enjoying the benefits of movement in this gentle yoga class. Classes are held indoors.

Tuesdays, 11:30am–12:30pm | REBECCA REBER

Fridays, 11am–12pm | EMMA BARTOLINI PER CLASS: $17M; $30NM

Yoga in the Garden MANDI GARRISON

Enjoy gentle-to-moderate flow yoga in a class for all levels.

Tuesdays, 6–7:15pm

Thursdays, 10:30–11:45am PER CLASS: $17M; $30NM

Qigong & Tai Chi Movement ROSE HORWITZ

Breathe deeply and practice gentle fluid movements to mindfully reduce stress and improve strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, range of motion, and stamina

Wednesdays, 10:15–11:45am PER CLASS: $26M; $36NM

Summer Thursday Evening Yoga JUSTINE PULASKI

Relax and refresh in this all-levels yoga class in the gardens.

Thursdays in July & August, 6–7:15pm

$17M; $30NM

Relaxing Yoga Flow EMMA BARTOLINI

Start your Friday morning with a mindful yoga flow. Explore postures to build strength, balance, and stability, and to find peace within your morning.

Fridays, 9:30–10:30am

$17M; $30NM

Shinrin-yoku Forest Bathing NADINE MAZZOLAI

Relax and refresh through mindfulness practices, sensory awareness, and nature.

Wednesday, July 10, 5:30–7:30pm

Wednesday, August 7, 5:30–7:30pm

$40M; $55NM

Energy Healing Sound Bath BRANDY LEFSYK

A sound bath reduces stress and anxiety by inducing a state of relaxation. Join us for a one-hour program in one of our conservatories that will leave you feeling at peace.

Wednesday, July 17, 9–10am

Wednesday, August 14, 9–10am

$40M; $55NM

Chakras & Sound Healing Workshop BRANDY LEFSYK

Come learn about the seven major chakras in our bodies and the healing effects of sound.

Wednesday, August 14, 10:30–11:30am

$40M; $55NM

Weekend Wellness

Summer Yoga Flow LINDA SNAY

In the warmth and humidity of summer, this cooling yoga flow is perfect for balancing body and mind.

Sunday, July 14, 9–11am

$15M; $22NM

Shinrin-yoku Forest Bathing NADINE MAZZOLA

Relax and refresh through mindfulness practices, sensory awareness, and nature.

Sunday, July 21, 9am –12pm

Sunday, August 11, 9am –12pm

$45M; $60NM

Mindful Flow and Stretch Yoga LISA MOORE

This class focuses on gentle flowing movements combined with Yin postures and meditation.

Saturday, July 27, 9:30–10:45am

$17M; $30NM

Peaceful Summer Flow Yoga EMMA BARTOLINI

Come enjoy an energizing morning yoga practice inspired by summer’s peaceful flow.

Saturday, August 3, 9–10:15am

$17M; $30NM

Creative Meditation: Sketching NIKKI HOWLAND

Discover the soothing art of meditative sketching designed to calm the mind and foster creativity. You‘ll learn how to transform simple lines into intricate patterns to enhance your mindfulness and artistic expression. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary.

Saturday, August 17, 1–3pm

$40M; $55NM

Yoga Practice to Restore and Meditate LISA MOORE

Restorative yoga helps to combat the physical and mental effects of everyday stress.

Saturday, August 24, 9:30–10:45am

$17M; $30NM

Floral Design

Sizzling Summer Florals DEBORAH KRAUSE

Join us for a delightful summer experience that‘s both therapeutic and creatively fulfilling! Craft your own vibrant floral masterpiece using a palette of warm and soothing summer hues in this hands-on workshop.

Sunday, July 14, 12:30–2:30pm

$80M; $95NM

Ikebana KAYE VOSBURGH

This course introduces Japanese flower arranging and gives students experience making arrangements in low containers (moribana) using a pin holder (kenzan).

Thursday, July 25, 9:30am –12pm

Thursday, August 22, 9:30am –12pm

$40M; $55NM

Bright Floral Arrangements with Citrus

DEBORAH KRAUSE

“When life gives you lemons, make a floral arrangement!” Slow down and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of horticulture in this summer workshop. Create a vibrant arrangement with fresh lemons, colorful stones, and cheerful flowers in cool shades of yellow, white, and green.

Sunday, July 28, 10:30am –12pm

$80M; $95NM

Summer Sensory Arrangement from Nature

DEBORAH KRAUSE

Take a deep breath, slow down, and leave your “to-do” list behind as you immerse yourself in the therapeutic benefits of horticulture by creating a unique arrangement using sensory-rich outdoor flowers, seed pods, grasses, and foliage.

Sunday, August 4, 12:30–2:30pm

$80M; $95NM

Killer Bouquets MARY BETH HAYES

Join us this August for a floral design workshop that‘s to die for! Craft show-stopping bouquets that combine vibrant blooms and lush greenery to create arrangements that are nothing short of spectacular.

Saturday, August 10, 10am –1pm

$85M; $105NM

Learn the best practices for harvesting veggies and herbs Wednesday, August 14

Gardening, Plants, & Horticulture

Intro to Pruning (On-Demand Webinar) REED PUGH

This webinar will answer the questions: why we prune plants, what tools do we use, how do we decide what branches and stems to prune, and when do we prune?

Available Until Thursday, August 22

$10M; $15NM

Summer Tree ID ALEX KLEIN

Join local herbalist Alex Klein for a walk around the grounds to get to know our local trees in their summer glory.

Sunday, July 14, 11am –1pm

$35M; $50NM

Houseplant Propagation Workshop

BETSY SZYMCZAK

In this fun, hands-on, workshop you will explore several ways to propagate popular plants. Students will go home with several cuttings.

Wednesday, July 31, 6:30–8pm

$55M; $70NM

Harvesting from the Summer Garden

ALYSON PROKOP

Explore the hows and whens of best-practices for veggies and herbs, ways to extend your growing season into the fall months, and tips on how to plan for the year ahead.

Wednesday, August 14, 6–8pm

$24M; $30NM

Walk & Talk with a Horticulturist HUNTER BLANCHARD

Join the Garden’s own horticulture experts for a seasonal walk and talk focused on what’s in bloom and summer favorites. Learn about some of the first plants in New England Botanic Garden’s collections as well as some of the new additions.

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

Wednesday, July 3 (RAIN DATE JULY 10), 11am –12pm

Wednesday, August 7 (RAIN DATE AUGUST 14), 11am –12pm

$24M; $30NM

Houseplants 101: Becoming a Plant Parent

BETSY SZYMCZAK

Join our houseplant care workshop and learn the essentials of growing healthy plants, from light and water to fertilizer and soil. Bring photos of your own plants for personalized tips and solutions!

Sunday, August 25, 10:30am –12pm

$40M; $50NM

Visual Arts

Beginner Photography STEVE MCGRATH

If you’re just getting to know your digital camera and its features, take this opportunity to learn from an expert. This class will cover aperture, shutter priority, program, and manual modes.

Sunday, July 14, 10am –2pm

$60M; $75NM

Monthly Photography Walk STEVE MCGRATH

Follow your passion and practice your skill with expert advice and personalized attention. All skill levels welcome.

Saturday, July 20, 10am –12:30pm

Saturday, August 17, 10am –12:30pm

$40M; $55NM

Watercolor Nature Immersion NADINE MAZZOLA

Let your unique creative flow emerge as you are guided through step-by-step watercolor washes that explore water and sky.

Friday, July 26, 1–3pm

$60M; $75NM

Botanical Gelli Plate Printing LINDA SNAY

Create beautiful, original monotype artwork with the Gelli Plate Printing method. No experience necessary.

Friday, July 26, 10:30am –1pm

$50M; $65NM

Summer Flower Watercolors MIRANDA GREENHALGH

Learn easy and fun watercolor techniques like masking, wet-on-wet, brush strokes, and more in this beginner's workshop. No experience necessary.

Saturday, July 27, 1–3pm

$55M; $70NM

Intermediate Photography STEVE MCGRATH

Take your landscape photography skills to the next level with detailed instructions.

Sunday, July 28, 10am –2pm

$60M; $75NM

Nature Mandalas: Day’s Eye BETH ADOETTE

Years ago, the daisy was called “day’s eye” in England. In this workshop, we take our cue from this humble flower, as we identify our daily intentions and create a nature mandala.

Sunday, July 28, 1–3:30pm

$50M; $65NM

Landscape Photography STEVE MCGRATH

Want to use your smart phone or digital camera to take better landscape photographs? In this class you will learn about natural light, composition, lenses, and depth of field.

Sunday, August 11, 10am –2pm

$60M; $75NM

Raffia Weaving: Small Baskets LINDA SNAY

Learn to weave raffia into beautiful household items. In this class you will learn the basics of how to coil and wrap weave raffia, how to create shape, how to change colors, and more.

Friday, August 16, 1–3pm

$50M; $65NM

Chinese Brush Painting: Lotus SAU-MAI LEUNG

This class introduces you to “the four treasures” of Chinese brush painting—ink stone, ink sticks, brush, and paper— allowing you to explore this mediative technique.

Saturday, August 17, 10:30am –12:30pm

$55M; $70NM

Make Your Own Custom Walking Cane

BAYDA ASBRIDGE

Craft a stylish, sturdy companion for your strolls. Personalize your cane, infusing it with character and practicality. It's more than just a cane—it's a walking masterpiece!

Sunday, August 18, 10:30am –2:30pm

$70M; $90NM

Composition in Photography STEVE MCGRATH

Level up your photography skills by learning the elements of good composition to create dynamic photos.

Sunday, August 25, 10am –3pm

$70M; $85NM

Introduction to Night Photography JURGEN LOBERT

Join us for a special after-hours opportunity to explore the garden and learn the basics of night photography.

Wednesday, August 28, 7–10pm

$100 M; $115 NM

NEW PROGRAM SERIES

Craft & Cocktail Series

Get creative, learn a new skill, and enjoy the gardens by sunset as you sip on a craft beer or cocktail. All programs in our Craft & Cocktail series include one complimentary drink of your choice, either a soft drink, beer, wine, canned cocktails, or the evening’s signature cocktail.

Petals & Pots: Patio Planting Workshop

HALEY CORMIER

Join Haley Cormier, Founder and Florist of Bluebird Bouquets, for a hands-on workshop creating the perfect patio container that ensures your porch blooms all summer long.

Wednesday, July 10, 6:30–8pm

$100M; $115NM

Aromatherapy Wreath Workshop HALEY CORMIER

Join us for a delightful aromatherapy wreath workshop. Using eucalyptus, lavender, and other scented greenery, you’ll create an 18” grapevine wreath to bring calm to your home. Bluebird Bouquets will provide materials, but feel free to bring your own add-ons for a personal touch!

Wednesday, July 17, 6–8:30pm

$100M; $115NM

Creative Meditation: Sketching NIKKI HOWLAND

Discover the soothing art of meditative sketching designed to calm the mind and foster creativity. You‘ll learn how to transform simple lines into intricate patterns to enhance your mindfulness and artistic expression. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary.

Wednesday, July 24, 6–8pm

Wednesday, August 21, 5:30–7:30pm

$55M; $70NM

Chinese Brush Painting: Day Lilies SAU-MEI LEUNG

This class introduces you to “the four treasures” of Chinese brush painting—ink stone, ink sticks, brush, and paper—allowing you to explore this mediative technique.

Wednesday, July 24, 6:30–8:30pm

$60M; $75NM

Chinese Brush Painting: Poppies & Butterflies

SAU-MEI LEUNG

This class introduces you to “the four treasures” of Chinese brush painting—ink stone, ink sticks, brush, and paper—allowing you to explore this mediative technique.

Wednesday, July 31, 6:30–8:30pm 60M; $75NM

Create a Nature Journal SAU-MEI LEUNG

This easy workshop will guide you through binding your own nature journal and invite you to explore how you might like to use it in the gardens.

Wednesday, August 7, 5:30–7:30pm

$55M; $70NM

Glass Gardens: Terrarium Workshop

HALEY CORMIER

Craft your own glass garden with our all-inclusive workshop. From a variety of plants to decorative stones, we provide everything you need to design a personalized terrarium that reflects your own style. Great for beginners and seasoned experts!

Wednesday, August 14, 6–7:30pm

$100M; $115NM

Painted Sunflower Slate MIRANDA GREENHALGH

Join us for a step-by-step painting workshop where you’ll learn to create a stunning sunflower design on a slate. Bring your artistic flair and let us guide you through each brushstroke, resulting in a beautiful masterpiece to adorn your home.

Wednesday, August 21, 5:30–7:30pm

$60M; $75NM

Floral Fusion HALEY CORMIER

Create a stunning arrangement combining live plants and cut flowers. We‘ll use live plants for greenery and vibrant flowers for dramatic effect. Gloves and snips will be provided—expect to get a little dirt under your nails!

Wednesday, August 28, 6–7:30pm

$100M; $115NM

Botanical Mixology MEREDITH

POWELL

Thursdays, July 11 & 18

Thursdays, August 1, 15, & 29

6–7pm

Learn how to make unique cocktails with a botanical twist. Each class focuses on a different cocktail or spirit.

$60M; $75NM

Kids Workshops

Kids Garden Club | AGES 7–10

Come play in the dirt as we dig, investigate, and grow in the Climate Garden.

Saturday, July 6, 10–11am

Saturday, August 3, 10–11am

M: $12 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $18 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Sea Creatures Creative Drama | AGES 4–8

Join us for a high-energy imaginative theater class where we dive into a magical underwater world.

Thursday, July 11, 5:30–6:30pm

M: $20 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $30 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Flower Lab | AGES 7–10

Join us to learn about the parts of a flower, create a petal press, and conduct flower experiments.

Sunday, July 14, 2–3:30pm

M: $18 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $26 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Little Gems Jewelry | AGES 7–12

Discover the magic of nature’s gems and jewels as you create your own unique accessories.

Sunday, July 21, 2–3:30pm

M: $18 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $26 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Mini Herb Gardens | AGES 7–10

Learn the basics of plant care and create your own miniature herb garden in mason jars.

Saturday, July 27, 2:30–4pm

M: $24 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $34 CHILD, $20 ADULT

The Pickle Patch | AGES 6–10

Visit our cucumber patch in the Climate Garden and make your own pickles to enjoy at home.

Sunday, August 11, 10:30am –12pm

M: $15 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $25 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Blooms & Bouquets | AGES 7–12

Explore late summer flowers in bloom and design a beautiful arrangement to take home.

Thursday, August 22, 5:30–6:30pm

M: $26 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $36 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Dirt Detectives | AGES 6–9

Join us to uncover the secrets of soil composition, dig for wiggling worms, and learn why soil is important to plants.

Saturday, August 24, 10:30am –12pm

M: $9 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $18 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Family Fun

Garden Buds | AGES 3–5

Join us for circle time, a story, a take-home craft packet, and a guided garden adventure.

Wednesdays in July and August, 10:30–11:30am

M: $8 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $16 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Family Firefly Walk | AGES 3–14

Explore the gardens and trails by moonlight and search for our favorite nocturnal insect.

Wednesday, July 3, 8–9pm

M: $9 CHILD, $6 ADULT; NM: $18 CHILD, $26 ADULT

Watercolor Skies | AGES 7 +

Paint colorful, fluffy cloudscapes as we learn about the science of clouds and explore the world of watercolor.

Wednesday, July 24, 6–7pm

M: $18 CHILD, $18 ADULT; NM: $26 CHILD, $36 ADULT

Little Seedlings | AGES 1–3

Come explore the wonderful world of plants and practice sorting, counting, observing, and more.

Tuesday, July 30, 10:30–11:30am

Tuesday, August 27, 10:30–11:30am

M: $6 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $6 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Family Paint Party | AGES 7 +

Come create together as you each paint a sunset landscape guided by step-by-step instruction.

Thursday, August 8, 6–7:30pm

M: $20 CHILD, $20 ADULT; NM: $30 CHILD, $40 ADULT

Fantastic Frogs | AGES 4–8

Join us for a fantastic frog adventure and learn about our resident species.

Wednesday, August 14, 6:30–7:30pm

M: $9 CHILD, $6 ADULT; NM: $18 CHILD, $26 ADULT

Homeschool Programs

Homeschool: Aquatic Critters | AGES 6–12

Explore the pond ecosystem and discover the aquatic organisms that live there from insects to fish.

Friday, July 19, 1–2:30pm

M: $9 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $18 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Homeschool: Web of Life | AGES 6–12

Hike through Garden habitats and learn about the connectedness of all the organisms that live there.

Friday, August 16, 1–2:30pm

M: $9 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $18 CHILD, $20 ADULT

Limited space remaining!

Children’s Birthday Parties

Make your child’s birthday one to remember and host their special day with us! Now booking for summer and fall.

Visit nebg.org for details.

A FULL-DAY DROP-OFF PROGRAM JUST FOR KIDS!

Unleash your sense of adventure, uncover the amazing science of plants, and explore nature’s hidden stories all around us. Space is limited in these week-long programs, so reserve your spot today! M: $375 CHILD; NM: $425 CHILD

Myths & Magic | AGES 5–10

Monday to Friday, July 8–12, 9am–3pm

Dinosaur Safari | AGES 5–10

Monday to Friday, July 15–19, 9am–3pm

Monday to Friday, August 12–16, 9am–3pm

Superhero Academy | AGES 5–10

Monday to Friday, August 12–16, 9am–3pm

HEY KIDS! See you this summer!

Join us for Nature Play Days at the Garden. Drop-in for free fun family activities this season. Use your imagination to create magical worlds and explore the great outdoors as we play games, read stories, craft, and make new friends. Visit our website for more details.

MONDAYS, 12–2pm

Nature’s Studio | AGES 3–8

Embrace your inner artist while you make music, draw, dance, and get creative in the Garden.

TUESDAYS, 11am–12pm

Nature Storytime | AGES 3–8

Join us for an interactive hour of exciting stories about plants, animals, nature, and more.

WEDNESDAYS, 12–2pm

Imagination Station | AGES 3–8

Stop by for imaginative play as we dress up and create magical worlds together.

THURSDAYS, 11am–12pm

Farm to Market | AGES 3–10

Stop by our Climate Garden, see what’s growing, lend a hand, and play at our farm stand.

FRIDAYS, 12–2pm

Exploration Station | AGES 3–10

Drop by our nature-themed science station to play, read, learn, and investigate.

Available every day, 10am –5pm AGES 3–12

Check out our Discovery Backpacks filled with exciting activities and tools for exploring together. Visit the front desk to borrow a backpack during your next visit.

Sensory-Friendly Evening

Tuesday, July 23

6–8pm

In partnership with HMEA’s Autism Resource Central, we invite individuals and families seeking a low-sensory, less crowded environment for a night of fun, exploration, and relaxation. Explore the gardens after hours and enjoy designated quiet spaces, art projects, scavenger hunts, and more hands-on activities for all ages. Visit nebg.org for more details.

SWING NIGHT: Dance Concert on the Lawn

Tuesday, August 6

6–9pm

Enjoy a high-energy dance concert of timeless big band swing with the 18-piece Beantown Swing Orchestra. Learn basic swing and Shim Sham line dance steps that originated in the 1920s and dance the night away, or sit and enjoy the music with a picnic and a pint on the Lawn. Visit nebg.org for more details.

LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration

Thursday, September 5

5–9pm

Save the date for our annual Pride Celebration! Join us as we celebrate the week of Pride Worcester and our LGBTQ+ community through a lively evening of festivities, including a DJ dance party, drag shows, local LGBTQ+ vendors, community organizations, and more! Visit nebg.org for more details.

EXTENDED WEDNESDAYS

Sunset Sips + Twilight Tastings

Open 5–9pm, Wednesdays in July

Open 5–8pm, Wednesdays in August

Included with general admission. (RAIN OR SHINE)

All programs require advance registration. Visit nebg.org for details.

Join us for a midweek escape and enjoy the Garden during extended hours. Discover the Garden at twilight on your own or with a guided tour, participate in adult or family classes, soak in the sunset over the Wachusett Reservoir, and enjoy dinner and drinks from the Farmer and the Fork café. Exclusive Wednesday night menus feature delicious fare crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients that pair perfectly with drink specials from local breweries and distilleries that will be onsite to spotlight the best of their libations.

FOR ADULTS

Shinrin-yoku Forest Bathing

See page 2 for program decription.

Wednesday, July 10, 5:30–7:30pm

Wednesday, August 7, 5:30–7:30pm 40M; $55NM

Introduction to Night Photography

See page 4 for program decription.

Wednesday, August 28, 7–10pm

$100 M; $115 NM

FOR KIDS

See page 6 for program decriptions.

Family Firefly Walk | Ages 3–14

Wednesday, July 3, 8–9pm

M: $9 CHILD, $6 ADULT; NM: $18 CHILD, $26 ADULT

Watercolor Skies | Ages 7+

Wednesday, July 24, 6–7pm

M: $18 CHILD, $18 ADULT; NM: $26 CHILD, $36 ADULT

Fantastic Frogs | Ages 4–8

Wednesday, August 14, 6:30–7:30pm

M: $9 CHILD, $6 ADULT; NM: $18 CHILD, $26 ADULT

CRAFT & COCKTAIL SERIES

Wednesday Evenings

Get creative, learn a new skill, and enjoy the gardens by sunset as you sip on a craft beer or cocktail. All programs in our Craft & Cocktail series include one complimentary drink of your choice, either a soft drink, beer, wine, canned cocktails, or the evening’s signature cocktail.

Please see page 5 for program descriptions.

FOR ADULTS

Petals & Pots: Patio Planting Workshop

Wednesday, July 10, 6:30–8pm

$100M; $115NM

Aromatherapy Wreath Workshop

Wednesday, July 17, 6–8:30pm

$100M; $115NM

Creative Meditation: Sketching

Wednesday, July 24, 6–8pm

Wednesday, August 21, 5:30–7:30pm

$55M; $70NM

Chinese Brush Painting: Day Lilies

Wednesday, July 24, 6:30–8:30pm

$60M; $75NM

Chinese Brush Painting: Poppies & Butterflies

Wednesday, July 31, 6:30–8:30pm

$60M; $75NM

Create a Nature Journal

Wednesday, August 7, 5:30–7:30pm

$55M; $70NM

Glass Gardens: Terrarium Workshop

Wednesday, August 14, 6–8pm

$100M; $115NM

Painted Sunflower Slate

Wednesday, August 21, 5:30–7:30pm

$60M; $75NM

Floral Fusion

Wednesday, August 28, 6–7:30pm

$100M; $115NM

GARDEN DINNER SERIES

Enjoy a themed multicourse dinner in an intimate setting curated by Peppers Artful Events. Each dinner will focus on a different cuisine. This is a 21+ event. Visit nebg.org for more details.

Clam Bake Dinner

Monday, July 22, 6–9pm

Experience a coastal heritage feast with an old-fashioned New England clambake! Inspired by Indigenous cooking methods, this time-honored tradition layers fresh clams, succulent lobster, sweet corn, and tender potatoes with aromatic seaweed, all steamed to perfection.

$125 PER PERSON. PRICE INCLUDES ONE DRINK TICKET.

Flora Fête

Monday, August 19, 6–9pm

Savor creative, wholesome dishes that celebrate the bounty of the earth, offering a nourishing and delicious feast that's as good for the planet as it is for your palate. Showcasing the finest seasonal vegetables, hearty grains, and delectable legumes, artfully prepared to highlight their natural goodness.

$100 PER PERSON. PRICE INCLUDES ONE DRINK TICKET.

THURSDAY SUMMER EVENINGS

Open 5–9 pm , Thursdays in July

Open 5–8 pm , Thursdays in August

Included with general admission. (RAIN OR SHINE)

All programs require advance registration. Visit nebg.org for details.

FOR ADULTS

Summer Thursday Evening Yoga

See page 2 for program description.

Thursdays in July & August, 6–7:15pm

$17M; $30NM

Botanical Mixology

See page 7 for program description.

Thursdays, July 11 & 18, 6–7pm

Thursdays August 1, 15 & 29, 6–7pm

$60M; $75NM

This summer, unplug, recharge, and escape to our garden oasis. Experience live music by talented local musicians, a craft beer garden, lawn games, dinner specials, and more as you explore the Garden after-hours with friends and family. Hike serene wooded trails, wander the gardens to enjoy the blooms, and catch the sunset over the Wachusett Reservoir. Plus, don’t miss our wide variety of scheduled workshops and classes for children and adults!

FOR KIDS

See page 6 for program decriptions.

Family Paint Party | AGES 7+

Thursday, August 8, 6–7:30pm

M: $20 CHILD, $20 ADULT; NM: $30 CHILD, $40 ADULT

Blooms & Bouquets | AGES 7–12

Thursday, August 22, 5:30–6:30pm

M: $26 CHILD, $0 ADULT; NM: $36 CHILD, $20 ADULT

PLANT SHOWS

NEW ENGLAND DAYLILY SOCIETY SHOW & SALE

Saturday, July 13

SHOW: 1:30–3:30pm

SALE: 11am–3:30pm (cash or check only)

Discover an extraordinary array of daylilies that highlight a wide variety of sizes, forms, colors, and patterns. Learn tips and tricks from expert growers and browse the sale or join the raffle for a chance to take home your very own daylily.

Daylilies from Seed to Flower

MARLENE HARMON

Learn from experts about the life of a daylily from hybridizing to blooming. For over 40 years, Marlene Harmon and her husband Carl have grown daylilies on their daylily farm, “Harmon Hill Farm,” in Hudson, NH.

Saturday, July 13, 11am-12pm

INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION

Demonstration & Raffle: Dividing a

Daylily

STEVE GREENE

Daylilies form big clumps over several years. Learn tips and tricks for how to divide them, followed by a FREE raffle of daylilies from the divided clump.

Saturday, July 13, 12:30-1pm

INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION

NEW ENGLAND LILY SOCIETY SHOW & SALE

Saturday, July 20

SHOW & SALE: 10:30am-3:30pm (cash or check only)

Sunday, July 21

SHOW & SALE: 10am-4pm (cash or check only)

Enjoy show-stopping displays and floral arrangements featuring a wide variety of lilies grown in New England. Browse a selection of potted lilies for sale and don’t miss the opportunity to talk with lily enthusiasts who have a wealth of knowledge about growing and propagating these beautiful plants.

Things That Can Go Wrong with Lilies

JIM DANIEL

From insect pests to ravenous rodents and fungus, lily enthusiasts battle many obstacles to grow fabulous lilies. Learn about these problems and their solutions from a successful grower.

Saturday, July 20, 2–3pm

INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION

Walking Tour of the Lily Show: Criteria for Judging Lilies

ROBIN VAN LIEW

How do we judge award-winning lilies? Why didn’t the biggest stem win Best in Show? Learn the factors considered in judging and rating lilies with a certified lily judge.

Saturday, July 20, 1-1:30pm

Sunday, July 21, 1–1:30pm

INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION

FLORA IN FLIGHT

Aerial Art by Patrick Shearn of Poetic Kinetics

JUNE 22 – OCTOBER 31

Experience a collaboration between art and nature as vast, fluid canvasses of color dance overhead in the wind. This trilogy of large-scale kinetic art by Colorado Springs-based creative arts and design studio Poetic Kinetics will transform spaces within the Garden into living tapestries that are sure to spark wonder and imagination. Flora in Flight will span 3,317 total square feet and come to life with 53,932 feet of colorful flowing fabric, and 4,929 linear feet of rope. Each unique installation was created for a specific location in the Garden. Don’t miss these beautiful Skynet installations. Visit nebg.org for details.

GREEN

Contemporary Paintings

Inspired by the Garden by Marie Anthony

JUNE 1 – AUGUST 11

Join us to celebrate the work of Marie Anthony, a Boston-based painter whose vivid artworks on display are inspired by botanical forms found at the Garden. Dynamic paintings come to life with a blend of saturated and muted colors, intricate patterns, and distinct shapes. It’s a vibrant and uplifting exhibit that conveys the joys of the spring and summer growing seasons as well as the beauty and intricacy of nature. Whether you’re a lover of art, nature, or both, GREEN is sure to inspire.

NEW ENGLAND WILDFLOWERS

by the New England Society of Botanical Artists

JUNE 8 – SEPTEMBER 3

Come learn more about native and introduced wildflowers found throughout New England in an illustrated exhibit featuring artwork created by the New England Society of Botanical Artists. Artwork is on view in the Fern Gallery.

SEASONS OF CHANGE

Photography Above the Garden by John Rich

AUGUST 15 – OCTOBER 15

Photographer John Rich has spent the last year photographing the Climate Garden and the Garden of Inspiration from a unique perspective: above. These images document what a year at the Garden looks like from the air as the seasons change and the daylight shifts. These stunning photographs will be on display in the Milton Gallery.

Chicory flower by Doris Sheils

ENCHANTED FOREST

Nature-inspired Fairy Houses

by Sally J. Smith

AUGUST 17 – OCTOBER 31

The fairies are returning to the Garden! Sally J. Smith’s stunning nature-inspired fairy houses will once again move in to The Ramble. Immerse yourself in the magic of nature and fairy lore as you journey through our Enchanted Forest.