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SUMMARY:Playtime at the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJoin us in the Garden Lab where your little ones will experience a unique blend of guided activities\, nature immersive play\, and connection in our sensory garden. For children ages 2-5 years old accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nLocation: Outdoor Classroom \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/playtime-at-the-gardens-3/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs
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SUMMARY:Yoga led by Claire Cole
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n                        \n            « Earth Day Celebration\n          \n              \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJoin Claire Cole for peaceful\, restorative yoga in the Southern Living Garden. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just starting your practice\, this class offers a way to honor both your well-being and the earth beneath your feet. Please bring a yoga mat\, water bottle\, and small towel. \n\n\n\nLocation: Southern Living Garden \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/yoga-led-by-claire-cole/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs,Restore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T155544Z
CREATED:20260304T183831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T155544Z
UID:10001369-1777114800-1777125600@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nPLEASE NOTE: Due to the risk of inclement weather\, we are delaying the start of festivities until 11 a.m. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to join us for our newly revamped Earth Day celebration at the Gardens! Enjoy fun activities for the whole family: \n\n\n\n\nLive music by Brotha Josh (cancelled due to possibility of rain)\n\n\n\nPoetry readings with The Flourish (cancelled due to possibility of rain)\n\n\n\nCommunity partners\n\n\n\nChildren’s storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves | 10 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. | Registration required \n\n\n\nUAB LiveHealthSmart Mobile Market \n\n\n\n\nWellness Sessions (Registration required | $15 each) \n\n\n\n\nPilates with Kenyele Harrison of Kenetic Wellness | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.\n\n\n\nYoga led by Claire Cole | 1–2 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Formal Lawn for the live music\, poetry\, and community partners and vendors. Southern-Living Garden for yoga\, pilates\, and children’s storytime.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIrealle Saul-Sylves \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrotha Josh \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKenyele Harrison  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClaire Cole  \n\n\n\n\n\nKaul Wildflower BioBlitz | April 20–25Help document the plants\, animals\, fungi\, and insects found in the Kaul Wildflower Garden! This community science initiative runs all week alongside our Earth Day festivities. Look for participation instructions on signage at garden entrances. \n\n\n\nHosting a table at Earth DayWould your organization be interested in hosting a table? Please fill out this form.Please note: in case of rain\, this event will be cancelled. \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/earth-day-celebration/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T120000
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CREATED:20260304T190340Z
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SUMMARY:Pilates with Kenyele Harrison of Kenetic Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n                        \n            « Earth Day Celebration\n          \n              \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nStart your Earth Day morning grounded and energized! Join Kenyele Harrison of Kenetic Wellness for a revitalizing Pilates session surrounded by the beauty of the Gardens. All fitness levels are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat\, water bottle\, and small towel. As a special touch\, each participant will receive a gift from the instructor! \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/pilates-with-kenyele-harrison-of-kenetic-wellness/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs,Restore
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DTSTAMP:20260317T002048Z
CREATED:20260306T162705Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n                        \n            « Earth Day Celebration\n          \n              \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nSpark a love for nature in your little ones! Join bestselling author and teaching artist Irealle Saul-Sylves for a special Earth Day storytime at 10–10:30 a.m. and 12:30–1 p.m. Known for bringing stories to life that inspire self-confidence\, imagination\, and personal growth\, Irealle has a gift for bridging the gap between reading and comprehension in a way that sticks with young readers. \n\n\n\nLocation: Southern Living Garden \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for 10 a.m.\n\n\n\nRegister for 12:30 p.m.\n\n\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/childrens-storytime-with-irealle-saul-sylves/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260306T225634Z
CREATED:20260306T225632Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime at the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nBring your preschoolers and little ones to enjoy a story in the gardens. This storytime fosters a love of reading\, creativity\, and nature.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Southern Living Garden (weather permitting) \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/storytime-at-the-gardens-4/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs,storytime at the gardens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T210000
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SUMMARY:Nature Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nDid you know that a Blue Jay’s feathers lack blue pigment and only appear blue because of an optical illusion called light scattering? Or that Alabama has the greatest diversity of Sarracenia pitcher plants in the world?  \n\n\n\nJoin naturalist Henry Hershey for an evening in Rushton Garden to play trivia\, enjoy complimentary drinks\, and learn something new. Novices to experts are welcome to compete for a chance to win a prize. \n\n\n\nLocation: Rushton Garden \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/nature-trivia-night-3/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Nature Trivia Nights
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T193704Z
CREATED:20260227T193223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T193704Z
UID:10001358-1776769200-1776772800@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Emergence of the 18th-Century English Landscape Garden 
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJoin Advanced Master Gardener Susan Hagen for an engaging exploration of the 18th-century English Landscape Garden\, a style that emerged in artistic opposition to the formality of Baroque design.  \n\n\n\nThis illustrated presentation examines the influential work of architects such as William Kent\, Lancelot “Capability” Brown\, and Humphry Repton\, and highlights iconic landscapes including Rousham\, Stowe\, and Chatsworth Garden.  \n\n\n\nLearn how these landscape designers promoted expansive\, natural styles that opened the garden to the broader countryside\, freeing the borders and expanding the views. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Susan Hagen \n\n\n\nSusan Hagen retired as professor of medieval literature and from serving as associate provost of Birmingham-Southern College in August 2017. Since then\, she has focused her energies on her blog\, “After Eden\,” which investigates the cultural and horticultural significance of gardens. She has also published nature-centered poetry in the collection Shall We Dance? with Antrim House Books. Additionally\, as an Advanced Master Gardener\, she has been active in giving presentations on native plants\, pollinators\, and international gardens.   \n\n\n\nLocation: Hodges Room  \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/english-landscape-garden/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Study
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T165501Z
CREATED:20260304T192836Z
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UID:10001379-1776668400-1777140000@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Kaul Wildflower Garden BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n                        \n            « Earth Day Celebration\n          \n              \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nIn addition to our Earth Day festivities\, we will host a week-long BioBlitz. A BioBlitz is a community science initiative that invites participants to help document the plants\, animals\, fungi\, and insects found within a designated area.  \n\n\n\nThe event will take place in the Kaul Wildflower Garden from Monday\, April 20 through Saturday\, April 25.  \n\n\n\nDocument the most species and win a prize! Winners (1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place) will be announced at our Earth Day Celebration on April 25.  \n\n\n\nRegister to enter competition \n\n\n\nInstructions:  \n\n\n\n\nDownload the iNaturalist app.\n\n\n\nFrom the main menu\, navigate to “Projects.”\n\n\n\nSearch for “Kaul.” The Kaul Wildflower Garden BioBlitz 2026 projectshould pop up if you are nearby.  Click “Join.”\n\n\n\nYou will now find it listed under your “Joined Projects.”\n\n\n\nOnce you make an observation\, edit the location to “Kaul Wildflower Garden” to have it automatically added to the project.\n\n\n\nEnjoy documenting the amazing biodiversity to be discovered in Kaul!\n\n\n\n\nSign up to use the iNaturalist app for the BioBlitz here. \n\n\n\nLocation: Kaul Wildflower Garden \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Competition\n\n\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/bioblitz/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs,Restore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260302T160321Z
CREATED:20260129T015409Z
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UID:10001333-1776499200-1776520800@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nThe nonprofit Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens will host its annual Spring Plant Sale on Friday\, April 17–Saturday\, April 18\, in person at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Hundreds of plants—many of which have been nurtured at the Gardens by the Friends’ dedicated volunteer growing groups—will be available for purchase. Proceeds from the sale will support the Friends’ mission: to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \n\n\n\nThe sale will be held in the Gardens’ Formal Lawn and Hill Garden. Members of the Friends will enjoy first dibs on plant offerings through our Member Early-Bird Shopping (1–5:30 p.m. on Thursday\, April 16). \n\n\n\nBring a portable cart or wagon | Payment by check and credit card only \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nbecome a member\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur 2026 Spring Plant Sale is happening between April 16–18! Explore our other available dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember Only Shopping: Thursday\, April 16\n\n\n\nPublic sale: Friday\, April 17
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/spring-plant-sale-sat/
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Spring Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T173000
DTSTAMP:20260302T160328Z
CREATED:20240802T161903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T160328Z
UID:10001070-1776412800-1776447000@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nThe nonprofit Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens will host its annual Spring Plant Sale on Friday\, April 17–Saturday\, April 18\, in person at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Hundreds of plants—many of which have been nurtured at the Gardens by the Friends’ dedicated volunteer growing groups—will be available for purchase. Proceeds from the sale will support the Friends’ mission: to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \n\n\n\nThe sale will be held in the Gardens’ Formal Lawn and Hill Garden. Members of the Friends will enjoy first dibs on plant offerings through our Member Early-Bird Shopping (1–5:30 p.m. on Thursday\, April 16). \n\n\n\nBring a portable cart or wagon | Payment by check and credit card only \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nbecome a member\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur 2026 Spring Plant Sale is happening between April 16–18! Explore our other available dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMember Only Shopping: Thursday\, April 16\n\n\n\nPublic sale: Saturday\, April 18
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/spring-plant-sale/
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Spring Plant Sale
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T173000
DTSTAMP:20260302T160226Z
CREATED:20240802T160314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T160226Z
UID:10001069-1776344400-1776360600@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale: Members Only
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nEnjoy priority shopping at our popular Spring Plant Sale as a member of the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens! \n\n\n\nMembers will enjoy first dibs on hundreds of plants\, including natives\, vegetables\, perennials\, herbs\, tropicals\, ferns\, camellias\, trees\, and shrubs\, many of which have been nurtured at the Gardens by the Friends’ dedicated volunteer growing groups.  \n\n\n\nThe sale\, which offers a wonderful opportunity to gain expert advice from seasoned gardeners—many of whom have trained under the Jefferson County Master Gardener program—will be open to the public Friday\, April 17–Saturday\, April 18. Proceeds support the Friends’ mission: to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \n\n\n\nBoth Member Priority Shopping and the Public Sale will take place outdoors in the Gardens’ Formal Lawn and Hill Garden.  \n\n\n\nBring a portable cart or wagon |  Payment by check and credit card only \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur 2026 Spring Plant Sale is happening between April 16–18! Explore our other available dates. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPublic sale: Friday\, April 17\n\n\n\nPublic sale: Saturday\, April 18
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/spring-plant-sale-members-only/
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Spring Plant Sale
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T113000
DTSTAMP:20260318T172506Z
CREATED:20260226T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T172506Z
UID:10001355-1776160800-1776166200@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Embracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nLearn about the many benefits that native plants offer both to the urban gardener and to the wildlife that rely on them in this multi-faceted presentation by Isabelle Bracewell with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Isabelle will highlight native plants that are easy to install and discuss how to create urban spaces that are both beautiful and ecologically functional.  \n\n\n\nAs a part of this program the group will explore various spaces where natives are cultivated with the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Garden paths in select areas are uneven. Comfortable shoes are suggested.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n\nInstructor: Isabelle Bracewell\n\n\n\nIsabelle Bracewell is the Assistant R3 Coordinator for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. She has worked as a natural resource preservation specialist for the National Park Service\, a restoration ecologist for several conservation nonprofits\, both in Georgia and Alabama\, and an urban forestry specialist. Isabelle now works to promote conservation education\, landscape-level restoration\, and hunting heritage across the state of Alabama and the Southeastern region. She holds an undergraduate degree from Emory University and a master’s degree in natural resources from Auburn University. \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/embracing-native-landscaping/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Garden,Restore
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T110000
DTSTAMP:20260306T225516Z
CREATED:20260306T225513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T225516Z
UID:10001373-1775817000-1775818800@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Storytime at the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nBring your preschoolers and little ones to enjoy a story in the gardens. This storytime fosters a love of reading\, creativity\, and nature.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Southern Living Garden (weather permitting) \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/storytime-at-the-gardens-3/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs,storytime at the gardens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T113000
DTSTAMP:20260317T200509Z
CREATED:20260226T182830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T200509Z
UID:10001354-1775815200-1775820600@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Spring Container Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nCreate a beautiful spring container garden to take home in this hands-on workshop with Gardens’ Horticulturist Terry Phillips. You will learn about standout plants for spring containers and simple care tips\, then design your own planter using the classic “filler\, thriller\, spiller” approach. Please bring your garden gloves! $35 supply fee included. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Terry Phillips\n\n\n\nTerry Phillips serves as the new horticulturist for Kaul Wildflower Garden. He jokes that before he began studying ecology and working at various nurseries around Birmingham\, he could probably identify only poison ivy\, thanks to his Boy Scout training. He has since worked at Andy’s Creekside Nursery\, Shoppe\, and Leaf & Petal. These experiences transformed his “plant-blindness” by helping him become knowledgeable and appreciative of plants. “Native flora and ecology are something I care deeply about\, and getting to work in the Kaul Wildflower Garden is definitely a dream job!” he said. \n\n\n\nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/spring-container-gardening/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T170000
DTSTAMP:20260209T184959Z
CREATED:20260209T184956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T184959Z
UID:10001336-1775577600-1775581200@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:How Can I Help?: Saving Nature with Your Yard
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n                        \n            Thyme to Read\n           \n              \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJoin us for our “Thyme to Read” book club\, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Book: How Can I Help?: Saving Nature with Your Yard by Douglas Tallamy \n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/how-can-i-help-saving-nature-with-your-yard/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Thyme to Read Book Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260317T200229Z
CREATED:20260226T181920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T200229Z
UID:10001353-1775127600-1775131200@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Got Sun? Grow Food!
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nThink you need a big backyard to grow vegetables? Think again! Learn how to grow fresh veggies in any sunny spot—from suburban gardens to patios and balconies. Advanced Master Gardener Karen Mitchell will discuss how to choose the best vegetables for your space and inspire you with easy\, rewarding options for a spring and summer garden. Perfect for beginners and small-space gardeners. \n\n\n\nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n\nInstructor: Karen Mitchell\n\n\n\nKaren Mitchell retired from AT&T in 2008 after 31 years. She was certified as a Master Gardener in 2009\, and her first project was spearheading the initial planting of the Hand in Hand Children’s Garden at United Ability of Birmingham. She is very interested in growing vegetables (where sun permits) in small spaces\, in raised beds\, or any container she deems fit. In past years\, Karen chaired the vegetable booth at the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ Spring Plant Sale\, and deems herself a vegetable gardening evangelist. Karen also loves hydrangeas and is the past president of the Alabama Hydrangea Society. Concerns for watering hydrangeas and other plants during drought motivated her to install hose-end irrigation tubing with adjustable emitters to water plants at their base. \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/got-sun-grow-food/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260306T230047Z
CREATED:20260306T230038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230047Z
UID:10001372-1774607400-1774609200@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Storytime at the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nBring your preschoolers and little ones to enjoy a story in the gardens. This storytime fosters a love of reading\, creativity\, and nature.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Southern Living Garden (weather permitting) \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/storytime-at-the-gardens-7/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs,storytime at the gardens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260306T224836Z
CREATED:20260306T224833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T224836Z
UID:10001366-1774551600-1774558800@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Nature Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nDid you know that a Blue Jay’s feathers lack blue pigment and only appear blue because of an optical illusion called light scattering? Or that Alabama has the greatest diversity of Sarracenia pitcher plants in the world?  \n\n\n\nJoin naturalist Henry Hershey for an evening in Rushton Garden to play trivia\, enjoy complimentary drinks\, and learn something new. Novices to experts are welcome to compete for a chance to win a prize. \n\n\n\nLocation: Rushton Garden \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/nature-trivia-night-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Nature Trivia Nights
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260226T204423Z
CREATED:20260225T175221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204423Z
UID:10001351-1774350000-1774353600@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Aromi Azaleas – Bred for Alabama's Climate
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nAround 1970\, Mobile native Dr. Eugene Aromi set out to produce superior blooming azalea hybrids that could stand up to Alabama’s heat and humidity. \n\n\n\nIn pursuit of his goal\, Dr. Aromi carried out over 1\,000 crosses and evaluated over 50\,000 plants—of which he selected just over 100 to be named. Presented by Advanced Master Gardener David Doggett\, this program will review the history of hybridizing azaleas and share beautiful photos of Dr. Aromi’s life work.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/aromi-azaleas-bred-for-alabamas-climate/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260304T152353Z
CREATED:20260108T204500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T152353Z
UID:10001331-1774087200-1774108800@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Cherry Blossom Festival
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJoin the Japan-America Society of Alabama and the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens in celebrating the Cherry Blossom Festival! This family-friendly event will feature cultural exhibits and activities for all ages. Explore the richness of Japanese culture through activities\, delicious food\, vibrant music\, and thrilling martial arts demonstrations. \n\n\n\nParking is limited. Carpool or ridesharing is encouraged. A shuttle will be provided from the Mountain Brook Office Park to the Gardens’ entrance. \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShuttle Parking Map\n\n\n\nBecome a member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/cherry-blossom-festival-2026/
CATEGORIES:Allied Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T113000
DTSTAMP:20260220T191225Z
CREATED:20260219T205241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T191225Z
UID:10001347-1774002600-1774006200@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Playtime at the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJoin us in the Garden Lab where your little ones will experience a unique blend of guided activities\, nature immersive play\, and connection in our sensory garden. For children ages 2-5 years old accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nLocation: Outdoor Classroom \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/playtime-at-the-gardens-2/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T100000
DTSTAMP:20260317T201613Z
CREATED:20260225T173145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T201613Z
UID:10001350-1773997200-1774000800@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Yoga on the Herb Terrace
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nUnwind and enjoy the sights and smells of the garden from our newly constructed Herb Terrace. In this outdoor yoga class\, Betsy Smith\, President of the American Herb Society\, will guide participants through a gentle\, all-levels yoga practice focused on posture\, flexibility\, and balance. Beginners are welcome; please bring your own mat and dress for the weather. Extra mats will be available. \n\n\n\nInstructor: Betsy Smith\n\n\n\nBetsy Smith and her husband\, Darin\, live on ten acres in Clanton\, Alabama\, with their five dogs and one cat. They have five children and eight grandchildren. She holds a doctorate degree in educational leadership from Samford University and retired in 2018 from a 32-year career in public education as a teacher and elementary school principal.  \n\n\n\nBetsy is President of The Herb Society of America (herbsociety.org) and a Chilton County Master Gardener. She also earned her Advanced Master Gardener Designation in herbs. \n\n\n\nBetsy enjoys sharing about growing and using herbs in cooking\, crafts\, and skin care. She also loves bringing fresh herbs from her garden to share with yoga students so they can delight in the fresh herbal scents during classes.  \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/yoga-on-the-herb-terrace/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Health and Wellness,Restore
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T113000
DTSTAMP:20260213T204243Z
CREATED:20260204T171333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T204243Z
UID:10001334-1773741600-1773747000@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:St. Patrick’s Day Dish Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJoin Allison Creel of Blue Rooster Farms to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in this indoor gardening workshop. Participants will each create a seasonal dish garden to take home using a selection of hardy indoor plants\, spring bulbs\, and some wee surprises. Allison will give pointers for keeping your indoor plants at their best. Perfect for beginners and plant lovers alike—no green thumb required. All materials provided. $35 supply fee included.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Outdoor Classroom  \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/st-patricks-day-dish-gardening/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T110000
DTSTAMP:20260306T225424Z
CREATED:20260306T225322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T225424Z
UID:10001371-1773397800-1773399600@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Storytime at the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nBring your preschoolers and little ones to enjoy a story in the gardens. This storytime fosters a love of reading\, creativity\, and nature.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Southern Living Garden (weather permitting) \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/storytime-at-the-gardens-2/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs,storytime at the gardens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260304T181936Z
CREATED:20260115T125727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T181936Z
UID:10001332-1773336600-1773342000@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:2026 Spencer Lecture
DESCRIPTION:2026 Spencer Lecture\n      \n\n                        \n            Flowering Outdoors: Gardens & Parties\n           \n              \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nThe Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens is excited to welcome Margot Shaw as the special guest speaker for our annual Spencer Lecture. Margot is the founder and editor-in-chief of FLOWER Magazine.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNow in its 19th year\, the magazine has grown to include features on homes\, gardens\, entertaining\, and lifestyle. Margot is a sought-after speaker at antique and garden shows\, museums\, botanical gardens\, interior design centers\, and more. She is the author of the new book Flowering Outdoors: Gardens & Parties\, a book brimming with top style makers’ innovative floral design ideas to enliven outdoor home spaces\, from the leading authority on all things floral (released on February 17).  \n\n\n\n\n\nReception: 5:30 p.m. | Auditorium Talk: 6 p.m. | Lecture Hall | Limited seating availableBook signing to follow \n\n\n\nSOLD OUT – please call 205-414-3950 to be added to waitlist \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSOLD OUT\n\n\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/2026-spencer-lecture/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T113000
DTSTAMP:20260219T213847Z
CREATED:20260219T205114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T213847Z
UID:10001346-1772793000-1772796600@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Playtime at the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJoin us in the Garden Lab where your little ones will experience a unique blend of guided activities\, nature immersive play\, and connection in our sensory garden. For children ages 2-5 years old accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nLocation: Outdoor Classroom \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\n\n\n\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund.
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/playtime-at-the-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family Friendly Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T170000
DTSTAMP:20260209T184533Z
CREATED:20260209T184529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T184533Z
UID:10001335-1772553600-1772557200@bbgardens.org
SUMMARY:Birding to Change the World
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n                        \n            Thyme to Read\n           \n              \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren’s Storytime with Irealle Saul-Sylves\n\n\n  \n  \n   \n\n\n\nJoin us for our “Thyme to Read” book club\, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \n\n\n\n    \n                 Free and open to the public\n                  |\n                         Registration required\n                  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Book: Birding to Change the World by Trish O’Kane \n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member
URL:https://bbgardens.org/event/birding-to-change-the-world/
CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Thyme to Read Book Club
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