Thursday, November 14
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
Guided Homeschool Exploration at Plains Conservation Center: Ethnobotany
Whether for edible, medicinal or spiritual purposes, plants have been used by humans for centuries. Join us on the prairie to learn about native
Seedlings: Owls!
Get ready to flap your wings as we discover whooooooo flies around the Gardens at night. We fly, hunt and hoot as we explore the amazing world of
Flourish with Parkinson's
In partnership with Parkinson Association of the Rockies, visitors with Parkinson's and their Care Partners are invited to come together once a
Guided Homeschool Exploration at Plains Conservation Center: Ethnobotany
Whether for edible, medicinal or spiritual purposes, plants have been used by humans for centuries. Join us on the prairie to learn about native
Creative Convening
Creatives of all kinds are welcome! We open our botanical illustration classrooms for you to explore, try new mediums and meet creatives of all
Mindfulness at the Gardens
Each month will focus on a particular subject of mindfulness with the intention to train attention, focus, awareness and to achieve a clear mind
Friday, November 15
Seedlings: Owls!
Get ready to flap your wings as we discover whooooooo flies around the Gardens at night. We fly, hunt and hoot as we explore the amazing world of
Seasonal Themes in Gelli Plate Printmaking
This low-tech printmaking process using a gelatin plate is loose, fun and immensely satisfying. Create your own prints inspired by the natural
Seedlings: Owls!
Get ready to flap your wings as we discover whooooooo flies around the Gardens at night. We fly, hunt and hoot as we explore the amazing world of
Sunset 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
Full Moon Hike
Discover Aurora's true nature under the light of the full moon and learn a little about its history with this guided nature hike.
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Basics of Floral Design - Part 2
In this 2.5-day intensive we dig even deeper into floral design styles and techniques. After reviewing the major takeaways from Part 1, we dive
Saturday, November 16
Girl Scout Brownies: Go Green! Exploration Day
Be a green Girl Scout. Girl Scout Brownies learn about ways to save energy, explore water-smart garden plants, create reusable items and plant an
Converting Lawn to Xeriscape
Rocky Mountain Gardening Elective
Do you want to beautify your landscape and save water at the same time? Learn in expert detail how to replace
Sketching in the Conservatory
Immerse yourself in the brilliant colors, forms and textures of the Boettcher Memorial Tropical Conservatory and find inspiration in River's Voice
Singing Bowls at the Gardens
Join intuitive sound artist, Ann Martin, and her family of singing bowls and gongs for a harmonious, sound healing meditation. Experience first
Girl Scout Brownies: Go Green! Exploration Day
Be a green Girl Scout. Girl Scout Brownies learn about ways to save energy, explore water-smart garden plants, create reusable items and plant an
Singing Bowls at the Gardens
Join intuitive sound artist, Ann Martin, and her family of singing bowls and gongs for a harmonious, sound healing meditation. Experience first
Girl Scout Brownies: Go Green! Exploration Day
Be a green Girl Scout. Girl Scout Brownies learn about ways to save energy, explore water-smart garden plants, create reusable items and plant an