Celebrate 100 years of kids in the Garden with a joyful rumpus on the Cherry Esplanade. Flop on the grass and enjoy an afternoon of music, colorful storytelling, workshops, and games for visitors of all ages. Plus, BBG’s Children’s Garden opens its gates for special tours of its historic grounds.
Stories and Face Paint: Tiddalik the Great Join Christopher Agostino as he brings this Aboriginal tale to life on the faces of the audience.
1:00–2:00 p.m.
The Ebony Hillbillies Kick back and delight in the toe-tapping tunes of one of America’s last black string bands.
2:15–2:45 p.m.
Stories and Face Paint: The Two Lizards That Fell from the Sky Join Christopher Agostino as he brings this tale of transformation to life on the faces of the audience.
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Shine and the Moonbeams Groove to radiant retro R&B and soul for families.
Games
Noon–4:00 p.m.
Brussels Sprout Bowling
Peacock Feather Balancing
Vegetable Hopscotch
Hula Hoop Spinning
Pretend Petting Zoo for Toddlers
Explorations
Noon–4:00 p.m.
Sift compost, learn about worms, and hunt for the worms, beetles, and other critters that turn organic waste into compost.
Enjoy ten-foot dandelion sculptures made of steel, brass, and copper.
