Sunday, July 7, 2019 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the basics of asexual propagation and build your plant collection by growing herbaceous plants from stem and leaf cuttings. After a crash course in propagation, participants will practice techniques and take home a variety of houseplant cuttings to grow on at home. Learn More about Multiplying Plants: Propagation 101 ›
Wednesday, July 10, 2019 | 6 p.m.–9 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the common systems, materials, and design techniques used to create living works of botanic art. Learn More about Living Wall Art ›
Thursday, July 11, 2019 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
In this course we will cover the basic science behind making kombucha, why it’s good for you, and how to make it yourself. If you are interested in Old World food preservation, gut health, or fermentation in general, this is the class for you. All participants will take home a starter culture and we'll have a sample or two! Learn More about Fermentation 101: Kombucha ›
Thursday, July 11, 2019 | 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Learn how to prepare this delicious and healthy powdered green tea the traditional way. Learn More about Learn to Make Matcha the Japanese Way ›
Saturday, July 13, 2019 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Working with a variety of materials such as pencil, charcoal, ink, and collage, participants will explore and experience the process of abstracting from the observed world. Learn More about Abstracting the Landscape ›
Tuesday, July 16, 2019 | 6 p.m.–9 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the art of making colorful glasslike ornaments with resin using dried flowers, leaves, seeds, ground spices, fabrics, paper, and other small objects. Learn More about Botanicals in Resin ›
Thursday, July 18, 2019 | 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Learn how to prepare this delicious and healthy powdered green tea the traditional way. Learn More about Learn to Make Matcha the Japanese Way ›
Saturday, July 20, 2019 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Through the practice of guided meditation, learn flower prep, design, and aftercare with a heightened awareness and sense of calm, and take home a stunning arrangement. Learn More about Flower Arranging for the Senses ›
Sunday, July 21, 2019 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Plant now, and extend your garden's bounty into fall! Participants will tour the Garden, practice planting, and take home seeds and transplants ideal for a fall harvest. Learn More about Planting for a Fall Harvest ›
Sunday, July 21, 2019 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
During this fun and easy class, you will learn how to create your own fresh-flower crown with a variety of spring-inspired blooms.
Learn More about Summer Floral Crowns ›Tuesday, July 23, 2019 | 6 p.m.–9 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the art of making colorful glasslike ornaments with resin using dried flowers, leaves, seeds, ground spices, fabrics, paper, and other small objects. Learn More about Botanicals in Resin ›
Tuesday, July 23, 2019 | 6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
This course focuses on the principles of biophilic design—a design solution that incorporates natural elements and processes into the built environment—and the science that supports it. We'll review recent examples of successful botanic and biophilic installations across the globe. Learn More about Biophilic Design ›
Thursday, August 1, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Join this fun-filled moonlit walk and hear bat echolocation, see them in flight, and learn about their key role in our survival on the planet today. Learn More about BBG at Night: Nocturnal Critter Crawl ›
Sunday, August 4, 2019 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Join naturalist Paul Keim on a leisurely walk through the grounds in pursuit of butterflies.. Learn More about Butterfly Walk ›
Tuesday, August 6, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn to identify the bright stars, planets, and constellations of Brooklyn’s summer sky, and view them through a telescope. Learn More about Seasonal Skies: Summer Stars and Planets ›
Thursday, August 8, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Join this fun-filled moonlit walk and hear bat echolocation, see them in flight, and learn about their key role in our survival on the planet today. Learn More about BBG at Night: Nocturnal Critter Crawl ›
Saturday, August 10, 2019 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the best ways to beat the heat this summer with botanicals. You will learn about the benefits of plants such as jewelweed, hibiscus, and Saint-John’s-wort, and how best to administer them in their various forms. Learn More about Summer Wellness with Herbal Medicine ›
Saturday, August 24, 2019 | 1:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Learn the identification, biology, cultivation, and conservation needs of these uniquely deceptive and seductive plant, and pot up your own carnivore to take home. Learn More about Cultivating Carnivorous Plants ›
