Toast to Terrariums

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

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. $42.50 Members | $50 Nonmembers Register Here

Botanical Bath Bombs

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Dip your toe into the art of botanical bath bombs! This class will explore the best bath botanicals, essential oils, petals, and more as you make your own bath bombs to take home for your floral soak. Registration required. Ages 12+. $34 Members | $40 Nonmembers Register Here

Series: Yoga in the Garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, preregistration is required. Age 16+ $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Winter Candlemaking

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

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. 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. Ages 12+. $34 Members | $40 Nonmembers Register

Succulent Needle Felting

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Learn the art of needle-felting! You'll learn techniques to create beautiful felted wool art in a casual, relaxed environment in this beginner-friendly workshop. Follow along step-by-step, or create freely with a rainbow of colors! All tools and supplies will be provided for use during the workshop, including a 4” hoop for framing your work. Led by artist Megan Hammer, www.meganhammer.com. Ages 12+. $51 Members | $60 Nonmembers Register Here

Yoga in the Garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, preregistration is required. Age 16+ $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Botanical Watercolor

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Explore essential techniques used in traditional botanical watercolor painting. Learn about the different brushes, paper, and paints and how to properly load a brush with color for flat washes, graded washes, and dry brush techniques. Then, choose a plant to transfer and paint a copy of it. Registration required. Ages 12+. $34 Members | $40 Nonmembers Class is full WAITLIST HERE

Botany Book Club January

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

What is better than books and botany? Each month during the program, read a book with us about or involving plants. Start your year off right by joining other botanical book lovers for discussions and refreshments while immersed in the beauty of the Garden. Registration includes onsite book club meetings in the lush conservatory and refreshments. Registration does not include books. Ages 12+. We encourage purchasing from local bookstores: Beaverdale Books | Wandering Raccoon Books | Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe | Storyhouse Bookpub Jan 27 The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World, Robin Wall Kimmerer $10 Members | $15 Nonmembers Register Here

Sip and Stroll 1

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

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. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Sip and Stroll 2

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

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. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Yoga in the Garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, preregistration is required. Age 16+ $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Intro to Orchids

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Are you an aspiring orchid grower? This beginner's workshop will familiarize you with the orchid family and teach you how to maintain and propagate healthy plants. You will receive your own orchid to start your collection! Registration is required. Ages 12+. $34 Members | $40 Nonmembers Register Here

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