Love is in the air here at the Botanical Garden. Join us this month for a variety of Valentine’s Day themed programming perfect for a date, an evening with friends, or a way to love yourself!
Science of Tea | Sunday, February 4, 12:30-2 p.m.
Dive deep into the chemistry and biological background of tea. From tea blending and formulation to chemical composition, this lively class will truly fill your cup. Join Botanical Staff and Red Dragon Herbs & Teas as we explore this botanically interesting beverage. Registration required.
Members $34, Nonmembers $40
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Yoga in the Garden | Wednesday, February 7 and 21 6-7 p.m.
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.
Members $17, Nonmembers $20
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Valentine Candle Class | Thursday, February 8, 5:30-7 p.m.
Make a candle to share with the ones you love most. Learn the art of scent selection, candle pouring, and candle decoration from With Love, Libby. Select or mix a botanical-themed scent to create your favorite candle. Decorate your soy wax candle with dried florals and fruits, so it will smell and look amazing! Registration required.
Members $51, Nonmembers $60
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FULL: Cocoa and Crafts | Friday, February 9, 6:30-8:30 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. Registration is required. Admission to Dome After Dark is included.
$17 Members, $20 Nonmembers
Bouquet Bar | Saturday, February 10, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., 12-1 p.m., 1-2 p.m., or 2-3 p.m.
In the spirit of love, create a personalized petite bouquet to give to someone who is important to you! This is a preregistered, self-guided activity that does not include admission. Price is per project. Add an admission ticket to your purchase to enjoy the beauty of the Botanical Garden before or after making your bouquet.
$12 per bouquet
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Galentine’s Flower Arranging | Tuesday, February 13, 5:30-7 p.m.
Arrange a beautiful bouquet of flowers with all your besties. In this class, learn the basics of flower arrangement and enjoy a relaxing evening with all your best buds. Chocolate and refreshments will be provided and wine will be served to participants 21+.
Members $42.50, Nonmembers $50
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50 Shades of Green | Wednesday, February 14, 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 7-8 p.m.
To celebrate the holiday of love, explore the birds and the bees of flowers and trees. From overnight plant sex changes to motile sperm, learn about these and other plant sex facts as you enjoy a glass of wine and chocolates. After this educational and tasty program, each couple will take an orchid home to commemorate the evening. Admission to Valentine’s Day Dome After Dark included.
Members $51 per pair; Nonmembers $60 per pair
Register for 5:30-6:30 p.m.
7-8 p.m. is FULL
50 Shades of Green | Friday, February 16, 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 7-8 p.m.
To celebrate the holiday of love, explore the birds and the bees of flowers and trees. From overnight plant sex changes to motile sperm, learn about these and other plant sex facts as you enjoy a glass of wine and chocolates. After this educational and tasty program, each couple will take an orchid home to commemorate the evening. Admission to Dome After Dark included.
Members $51 per pair; Nonmembers $60 per pair
Register for 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Register for 7-8 p.m.
FULL: Dessert Charcuterie | Friday, February 23, 6:30-8 p.m.
Think chocolates, fresh fruit, salty treats, and more! Our favorite way to serve dessert is a little sampling of everything sweet. Join us for a fun, tasty workshop led by Boards by Heidi, to learn how to make your own beautiful dessert charcuterie boards! Registration required. Admission to Dome After Dark included.
Per Pair: Members $81, Nonmembers $90
Sip and Stroll | Tuesday, February 27, 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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