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SUMMARY:Magic in the Garden Summer Camp 7.13-7.17
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the Garden through science experiments and imagination. Students will channel their inner wizard as they are sorted into houses\, assigned a plant patronus\, and create their own magic wand! Enrollment will ensure proficiency in botanical potions\, herbology\, plant defenses against the dark arts\, and more! All camps run 9 am-4 pm and are designed for students entering first through fifth grade in fall 2025. Members: be sure to sign in at the top of the registration page to apply your member discount! \nFive-Day Camps: \n\nMembers $265\nNonmembers $305\n\nTHIS CAMP IS FULL. Please add your name to the WAITLIST HERE.
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/magic-in-the-garden-7-17/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Class,Summer Camp,Youth
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SUMMARY:Extended Summer Evenings
DESCRIPTION:From June through September\, the Botanical Garden stays open late on Tuesdays and Fridays—giving you more time to enjoy the beauty of summer\, your way. \nCome early. Stay late. Or arrive just in time for sunset. \nWander paths in full bloom\, relax on the lawn\, or take in the glow of golden hour across the gardens. Whether you’re meeting friends\, planning a date night\, or enjoying a family outing\, Extended Summer Evenings offer a flexible\, welcoming way to experience the Botanical Garden. \nPLAN YOUR EVENING of golden hours filled with flowers. \nMembers and donors enjoy free access. Not a member yet? Join here. \nNo Pizza on the Patio on Friday July 17. Cash bar and picnic boxes still available.
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/extended-summer-hours-7-17/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,All Ages,Extended Hours,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Story Sprouts Children's Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays this summer! \nThis fun\, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each program participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the indoor or outdoor gardens with your kids\, including Nature Play™\, before or after the program. Your children will love it! Story Sprouts is included with general admission. Members enjoy free access. Not a member yet? Sign up here to enjoy free general admission and discounts to classes and events all season long. \nTheme: Garden Guests
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/story-sprouts-childrens-story-time-7-17/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Story Time,Youth
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SUMMARY:Sip & Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the peak of the summer gardening season and abundance of colors with a glass of wine and guided stroll. Sip & Stroll while you explore the many summer blooms around the Garden\, what’s coming soon\, and get behind-the-scenes updates on our collection from Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be 21 years of age or older. \n$17 Members | $20 Nonmembers \nREGISTER HERE \nLonger summer days invite you to take a moment and just get outside at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden as the sun starts to set. Join us in the early evening for Summer Extended Evenings—find out more here. Runs through the end of September. Members and donors enjoy free access and savings on classes plus events. Not a member yet? Join here.
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/sip-and-stroll-7-17-26/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Class,Food & Drink,Horticulture & Gardening
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