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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T110000
DTSTAMP:20260306T225516Z
CREATED:20260306T225513Z
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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T113000
DTSTAMP:20260317T200509Z
CREATED:20260226T182830Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Container Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Programs & Events\n      \n\n      \n          \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T170000
DTSTAMP:20260209T184959Z
CREATED:20260209T184956Z
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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260317T200229Z
CREATED:20260226T181920Z
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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T210000
DTSTAMP:20260306T224836Z
CREATED:20260306T224833Z
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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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\nEmbracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment\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                Members: $25\n                  |\n                        Nonmembers: $30\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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