October 15, 2011
Woodland Wonderland
While investigating the English Woodland Garden, we’ll search high and low for leaves of all shapes and colors.
November 19, 2011
Marvelous Mediterranean
As winter approaches, let’s visit the Mediterranean climate in the Temperate House. Here we’ll find flowers and trees that are sheltered from the cold outside.
December 17, 2011
Tropical Trek
Let’s visit a forest that’s warm all year long. Learn about tropical plants, the rainforest ecosystem and ways to help with conservation.
January 21, 2012
Evergreen Trees
Why do some trees stay green all winter? Join us as we explore the Garden and learn about which trees stay green and why.
February 18, 2012
The Sweet Smells of Indoor Gardens
Join us as we discover what smells so good in the Linnean House, the oldest greenhouse west of the Mississippi. We’ll also be able to enjoy the peak blooming time of the camellias.
March 17, 2012
Signs of Spring
As the Garden wakes up from its winter slumber, explore the first signs of spring.
April 21, 2012
Spring Wildflower Walk
Spring is in the air! Join us as we take a stroll and search for spring wildflowers.
May 19, 2012
The Living Pond
With the return of warm days, the Garden’s aquatic residents will seek sunny rocks. We’ll be on the lookout for frogs, birds and insects.
June 16, 2012
What’s All the Buzz About?
Insects are an important part of any garden, but what do they really do? Let’s search the Garden for insects and learn ways we can help them at home.
July 21, 2012
Exploring Chinese Plants
Join us as we explore the Garden for plants native to China and learn about their special meanings and the importance of these plants.
August 18, 2012
Native Prairie Explorations
Let’s explore the prairie and learn about one of the most endangered ecosystems in North America.
September 15, 2012
Grow Like a Seed
Seeds come in all shapes and sizes, but do they all need the same things to grow? Join us as we examine different seeds and how they grow.
October 20, 2012
Signs of Fall
It’s beginning to look like fall, let’s explore the Garden and look for colorful fall leaves to paint using watercolor.
November 17, 2012
Preparing for Winter
Winter will soon be approaching, let’s search the Garden and discover what the plants and animals do to prepare for winter.
December 15, 2012
Bird Friendly Gardens
Most of the birds have migrated but some stay here all year. Join us as we search the Garden for birds and learn what makes the Garden bird friendly.