Wednesday, June 18

Expert Explorations: Native and Naturalistic Gardening
Join this inspiring tour for adults of Mordecai Children s Garden focused on naturalistic gardening. Explore the beauty of gardens designed to

Homeschool Science Supplement at Plains Conservation Center: Acid and Base Lab
In this chemistry class, we will explore one class of chemicals: acids and bases. Students will learn about the pH scale, what makes a substance an

Exploring Cheeses with So Damn Gouda
Throughout the year, this class highlights different styles of cheeses and food cultures around the world along with discussing potential wine or

Evening Yoga
A gentle class combining principles of Vinyasa and Hatha yoga. Students focus on flowing from pose to pose and linking the movement with the breath

American Impressionism: Garden to Gallery
The journey begins in the gardens, where nature's awe-inspiring colors, textures and lines set the stage before moving into the Freyer - Newman

Rooted in Clay: Ceramics Workshop with Stone Bear Studios
Join the staff from Stone Bear Studios to create a clay masterpiece inspired by our natural surroundings. Each month will showcase different

Summer Solstice Yoga
Welcome summer with a special summer solstice yoga class outdoors at the Gardens! Connect with the vibrancy of the sun and embrace the high energy
Thursday, June 19

Flower Happy Hour
Join Lisa Weddel, co-owner of DIY Designs Inspired by You, for a new kind of monthly happy hour! Each session features a different design style and

Flower Happy Hour
Join Lisa Weddel, co-owner of DIY Designs Inspired by You, for a new kind of monthly happy hour! Each session features a different design style and
Friday, June 20

Blooms on the Prairie
Discover what is blooming on the prairie at different times of year while learning about native and non-native plants. This guided nature hike

Visitas Guiadas: Maravillas de la Temporada
A lo largo del año, pasee por los jardines en esta visita guiada de una hora que resalta la belleza de la temporada.
Durante esta visita de una

Feedback Session
This feedback session offers one-on-one time with our botanical illustration instructors. Bring a few works in progress to show or questions about

Natural History Collections Tour
Peek behind-the-scenes of the Kathryn Kalmbach Herbarium of Vascular Plants, Sam Mitchel Herbarium of Fungi and Arthropod Collection.
Not only do
Saturday, June 21

Mindful Birdwatching
Open to all experience levels! Join us for a guided leisurely outing through the Gardens as we try to find different birds and learn how to

Impressionism-Inspired Painting in the Gardens
Take inspiration from the exhibition Blue Grass: Green Skies, then head outside to paint en plein air. Learn beginning watercolor tips to help you

Invitation to Ikebana
Ikebana is an expression of our respect and appreciation towards nature. We observe life through the arrangement of plants. During each class

Wagon Tour at Plains Conservation Center
Get to know the prairie in a whole new way. On our ride across the plains, participants watch for wildlife in the landscape, from prairie dogs to
Sunday, June 22

Seasonal Discoveries Tour
No matter the time of year, botanical treasures await your discovery with these guided tours of gardens at their seasonal peaks. Experience the

A Brush With American Impressionism
Step into a world of color and light on this indoor gallery tour of Blue Grass Green Skies: American Impressionism and Realism from the Los
Monday, June 23

Farm Camp Week 3: Wetland Wonders
Dive into a week full of aquatic ecosystem exploration! Investigate what makes a healthy ecosystem and what you can do to help through outdoor