Brr! Stay warm this winter at the Botanical Garden with a variety of adult programming from tea mixology to sketching in the conservatory:
Yoga in the Garden | Various dates January-March, 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.
Individual Session: Members $17, Nonmembers $20
Series: Members $85, Nonmembers $100
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CANCELED: Sip and Stroll | Thursday, January 11, 7-8 p.m.
This program is canceled.
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
Advanced Terrariums | Thursday, January 18, 5:30-7 p.m.
Take your houseplant terrarium game to the next level at this premium hands-on workshop. Create and learn how to care for your own closed ecosystem complete with begonias, exotic orchids, and carnivorous plants. All plants and terrarium supplies are included. Registration required.
Members $81, Nonmembers $90
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FULL: Cocoa and Crafts | Friday, January 12, 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. Registration is required. Admission to Dome After Dark is included.
$17 Members, $20 Nonmembers
Herbal Soap Making | Thursday, January 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Explore the art and science of making handcrafted soap from scratch with Ann Staudt of Siberian Soap Co. Using the centuries-old cold process soap-making technique, students combine plant-based oils and lye to create soaps that are mild, moisturizing, and eco-friendly. This workshop is very hands-on, with each participant making and taking home one pound of their own custom batch of herbal handcrafted soap. All participants require long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes. Please bring an old towel or blanket to insulate your finished soap. Open to age 16 and up. Younger students must have advance permission from the instructor.
Member $63; Nonmember $70
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FULL: Tea Mixology | Sunday, January 21, 1-2:30 p.m.
This lively class covers everything you need to make your own herbal loose leaf tea blends. Mix your own herbal blends with Ryan and Mary from Red Dragon Herbs & Teas, with stories and anecdotes along the way. Registration required.
Members $34, Nonmembers $40
This program is full. Add your name to the waitlist to ensure you are notified if spots open up.
CANCELED: Winter Tree Identification | Tuesday, January 23, 5:30-7 p.m.
Due to illness, this program is canceled.
Develop your plant identification skills by learning how to use bark, buds, leaf scars, and other features to identify Iowa’s native trees. Learn botanical terminology, good resources to use for identification, and clues to look for to make identification easier. Registration required.
Members $17, Nonmembers $20
Botanical Sketching | Thursday, January 25, 5:30-7 p.m.
Botanical drawing combines careful observation and copying what is seen. Join us to explore supplies, practice techniques, and sharpen your observation skills through a variety of exercises. This class focuses on six of the seven elements of art: line, shape, form, value, texture, and space. Registration required.
Members $25.50, Nonmembers $30
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Behind the Scenes Tour | Monday, January 29, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Explore the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden like never before! Learn what goes on behind the scenes at the Botanical Garden—where the plants come from, who is responsible for keeping the conservatory warm, and how the garden spaces are kept beautiful. Join our horticulture and facilities team on a one-of-a-kind tour of the Botanical Garden! Registration required.
Members $17, Nonmembers $20
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POSTPONED: 3D Needle Felting | Tuesday, January 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Learn the art of 3D needle-felting while creating an adorable gnome with fiber artist Megan Hammer! We’ll work together step-by-step in this beginner-friendly workshop, learning 3D felting techniques while we make our gnome (approximately 3”-4″ tall). You’ll choose from a variety of colors for your gnome’s hat, body, and nose. Create a whimsical color combo, or stick with the classic! All tools and supplies will be provided for use during the workshop
Members $63, Nonmembers $70
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