by Delaney Lynch | May 15, 2026 | Activities, Life Enhancer, Things to Do
When Did You Last Experience Wonder? May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a perfect reminder to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and spend time in nature as the world bursts into bloom. Wonder comes naturally outdoors. And at the Greater Des Moines Botanical...
by Delaney Lynch | May 8, 2026 | Top Event in Des Moines
Outdoor Live Music at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden When the days grow longer and the breeze off the river drifts through the trees and flowers, there’s something magical about music beneath the open sky. At the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, the Music...
by Delaney Lynch | May 1, 2026 | Horticulture, How To
Grow & Tell: Design a Garden that Engages All Five Senses A sensory garden is designed to awaken the senses—sight, smell, sound, touch, and taste—creating a space that invites people to slow down, explore, and connect with nature in a deeper way. Whether it’s a...
by Delaney Lynch | Apr 24, 2026 | Top Event in Des Moines
Spring Gardening Tips for a Fresh Start After months of gray skies and frozen ground, spring feels like a deep breath for both gardeners and gardens. It’s the season of fresh starts, muddy boots, and the first brave shoots pushing through cool soil. As the days grow...
by Delaney Lynch | Apr 17, 2026 | Horticulture, How To
Grow & Tell: Easy Earth Day Gardening Project for Kids & Families Looking for a simple, meaningful Earth Day activity for kids? Planting vegetable seeds in recycled containers is a fun, hands-on way to get the whole family growing—while also learning how to...
