Sip, stroll, and awaken your senses at The Herbal Adventure - a garden-inspired experience that delights at every turn! Your journey begins with handcrafted herbal mocktails, made from fresh herbs grown right in the Gardens. Let your curiosity guide you on a leisurely, guided sensory tour through the stunning landscapes of Wellfield Botanic Gardens. Breathe […]
Join local beekeepers Denise Wilde, Marla Miller and Patrice Fredette for a hands-on, family-friendly class celebrating the vital role bees and blooming plants play in our ecosystem. Learn how pollination works, see bees up close in an observation hive, and pick up simple tips to attract and protect pollinators at home. If you’re interested in […]
Team up with the amazing Red Wiggler worm and learn the ins and outs of turning your kitchen and yard waste into a valuable resource for your plants. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore the basics of worm composting and discover why worms are one of the easiest and most effective ways to compost, whether […]
Celebrate the beauty of the season at Marin Art and Garden Center with a hands-on workshop designed to spark creativity & welcome summer! Join artist instructor Suzy Kopf for an inspiring afternoon where flowers and watercolor come together. You’ll begin with a thoughtfully pre-selected assortment of fresh spring clippings from the Gardens, ready for you […]
Celebrate the growing season and Minnesota crops at the Farm at the Arb. With a new crop ripe for the reaping each Saturday, you will learn about — and even harvest! — crops through drop-in activities for all ages.
Be part of the community shaping the future of perennials. Join the Perennial Plant Association in Michigan for an unforgettable week of learning, connection, and discovery. Explore visionary design, ecological insight, cutting-edge horticulture, and the vibrant perennial culture that makes the Great Lakes region so extraordinary. Michigan is a place where diverse habitats, rich ecology, […]
Your plant called—it wants an outfit! In this beginner-friendly leather workshop led by Undercover Popular Leather Goods, you’ll craft your own 4" leather plant cozy—designed to turn even the humblest greenery into a tiny statement piece. You’ll learn foundational leatherworking skills while creating something genuinely useful (and undeniably charming). Your instructor will guide you step-by-step […]
Spend an afternoon at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens creating your own textile masterpiece. Using traditional indigo dye techniques and a rich extract derived from a humble green plant, you’ll watch your fabric emerge from the vat and transform into a signature blue right before your eyes. As part of our America 250 programming, this hands-on […]
Sip, stroll, and awaken your senses at The Herbal Adventure - a garden-inspired experience that delights at every turn! Your journey begins with handcrafted herbal mocktails, made from fresh herbs grown right in the Gardens. Let your curiosity guide you on a leisurely, guided sensory tour through the stunning landscapes of Wellfield Botanic Gardens. Breathe […]
Explore the history of Hop cultivation and how it shaped agriculture, medicine, and beer culture for centuries. Learn the many traditional and unexpected uses of hops beyond the pint glass. With practical tips for growing your own at home, choosing the right varieties, location and harvesting techniques. Then sample brewing’s most essential ingredient with a […]
