There’s no place like DOME for the holidays! Join us for a variety of winter and holiday-themed programs such as creating art, decorations, or even a new candle! Check out this month’s programs:
Winter Floral Arrangements | Friday, December 1, 5:30-7 p.m.
Get into the seasonal spirit with an evening of winter floral design fun! Combine flowers, winter greenery, and decorations to create a one-of-a-kind winter floral arrangement perfect for your home. Registration required. Enjoy complimentary admission to Dome After Dark after the program.
Members $42.50, Nonmembers $50
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Holiday Door Swag | Saturday, December 2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Use evergreen branches, ribbon, and other décor to create a seasonal decoration for your home! This activity will allow participants to work at their own pace. No preregistration is required. Available while supplies last. Admission to the Botanical Garden is not included.
$5 per person
No preregistration
Winter Botany for Birds| Monday, December 4, 5:30-7 p.m.
What is better than birds and botany? Learn about important plants that create essential habitat for birds to survive Iowa winters, common birds that you might encounter in your backyard habitat, and how to attract birds to your neck of the woods! Registration required
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Members $17, Nonmembers $20
FULL Winter Wreath Making | Tuesday, December 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
This program is full. Add your name to the waitlist to ensure you are notified if spots open up.
Take your holiday decorating to the next level with a personalized wreath you make yourself! Choose from an extensive array of fresh evergreen, herbs, and accessories to make your front door turn heads this winter season. Registration required.
Members $51, Nonmembers $60
Winter Candle Making | Thursday, December 7, 5:30-7 p.m.
FULL. This program is also offered December 12.
What’s better than enjoying a cozy candle this winter? Enjoying one that you customized and decorated! Learn the art of scent selection, candle pouring, and candle decoration With Love, Libby. Select or mix a winter-themed scent to create your favorite candle to light this winter. Decorate your soy wax candle with dried florals and fruits, so your candle will smell and look amazing! Registration required.
Members $42.50, Nonmembers $50
FULL: Cocoa and Crafts | Friday, December 8, 6-8 p.m.
Nothing warms your body and soul like the lush conservatory, hot chocolate, and crafting! While enjoying Dome After Dark, indulge in our full hot chocolate bar to create a delicious treat to sip on while you create two botanical-themed crafts perfect for this winter. This activity will allow participants to work at their own pace. Preregistration is encouraged. Available while supplies last. Admission to Dome After Dark is not included.
$10 per person
CANCELED: Toast to Terrariums | Saturday, December 9, 3-5 p.m.
Enjoy a glass of wine while learning to design and care for terrariums, then build your own in this hands-on workshop. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Registration required.
Members $42.50, Nonmembers $50
FULL: Winter Wreath Making | Saturday, December 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
FULL. Add your name to the waitlist to ensure you are notified if spots open up.
Take your holiday decorating to the next level with a personalized wreath you make yourself! Choose from an extensive array of fresh evergreen, herbs, and accessories to make your front door turn heads this winter season. Registration required.
Members $51, Nonmembers $60
CANCELED: Conservatory Plein Air Painting | Monday, December 11, 5:30-8 p.m.
Learn the traditional outdoor painting techniques while you soak in the beauty of the conservatory. Artist Kelsey Wilson will demonstrate the fundamentals of painting ‘outdoors’ and then assist as you create your own plein air artwork. Registration required.
Members $25.50, Nonmembers $30
FULL Winter Candle Making | Tuesday, December 12, 5:30-7 p.m.
What’s better than enjoying a cozy candle this winter? Enjoying one that you customized and decorated! Learn the art of scent selection, candle pouring, and candle decoration With Love, Libby. Select or mix a winter-themed scent to create your favorite candle to light this winter. Decorate your soy wax candle with dried florals and fruits, so your candle will smell and look amazing! Registration required.
Members $42.50, Nonmembers $50
Sip and Stroll | Tuesday, December 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 7-8 p.m.
Celebrate the season with a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what is in bloom, what is coming soon, and timely updates from our director of horticulture, Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of age.
Members $17, Nonmembers $20
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Air Plant Ornaments | Thursday, December 14, 5:30-7 p.m.
Learn more about these easy-to-care-for plants and create unique ornaments to take home and display your new air plant amid your holiday decorations! Each participant creates and takes home three air plant ornaments. Suitable for ages 12 and up. Registration required.
Members $25.50, Nonmembers $30
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Botanical Trivia: Holiday Edition | Friday, December 15, 6:30-8 p.m.
Get into the holiday spirit while putting your botanical skills to the test. From botanical holiday decorations to long-time traditions, you will be quizzed on all things holiday botanicals. Form teams consisting of four of your best botanical buds and enjoy a fun and knowledgeable evening. We’ll build teams for you if you can’t quite get the numbers. The winning team will receive a prize! Registration required. Enjoy complimentary admission to Dome After Dark after the program.
Teams of 5: $25
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Winter Wreath Making | Tuesday, December 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Due to popular demand, and because we’re in the festive spirit, we’re offering one more wreath making class! Choose from an extensive array of fresh evergreens and accessories to make your front door turn heads this winter season. All participants will get to take home a 10-inch wreath. Registration required.
Member $34; Nonmember $40
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