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UID:10000099-1730223000-1730228400@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Spooky Terrariums
DESCRIPTION:Pitcher plants\, Venus fly traps\, and sundew! OH MY! Learn about a variety of carnivorous plants\, their bizarre adaptations for survival\, and how to take care of them. After this hair-raising lesson\, plant and decorate your own spooky terrarium to take home. Plant varieties are subject to availability. Registration required. \n$42.50 Members | $50 Nonmembers \nRegister Here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/spooky-terrariums/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Class,Horticulture & Gardening
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CREATED:20240618T153018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T190335Z
UID:10000047-1730137500-1730142000@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Botany Book Club Summer Series
DESCRIPTION:Each month July through October\, read a book with us about or involving plants. Registration includes onsite book club meetings in the lush conservatory and refreshments. Age18+. Registration does not include books. We encourage purchasing from local bookstores: Beaverdale Books | Raccoon River Press | Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe | Storyhouse Bookpub \nMembers $36 | Nonmembers $45 \nRegister Here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/botany-book-club-summer-series-4/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T220000
DTSTAMP:20241018T163906Z
CREATED:20240716T183858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T163906Z
UID:10000071-1729969200-1729980000@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Boo-tanical Brews
DESCRIPTION:Eats\, treats\, and drinks available for 21+. \n• Sample seasonal brews from local breweries \n• Mystical and magical entertainment throughout our enchanted conservatory \n• Costumes encouraged – best dressed in each category wins \n• 21+ only with valid ID – ticket includes General Admission for the event \n• Indoor event \nGet your tickets here! \nSponsored by Voya
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/bootanical-brews/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Food & Drink,Games,Signature Event,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T110000
DTSTAMP:20241018T190212Z
CREATED:20240913T212638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T190212Z
UID:10000132-1729938600-1729940400@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Story Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun\, interactive story time that explores nature and plants. During each program participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. \nIncluded with general admission. \nEvery Friday from Oct 4 (except on Oct 25 it will be on Oct 26) to Dec 27\, 2024. No Story Sprouts on Nov 15 or Nov 29\, 2024.
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/story-sprouts-4-2/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T160000
DTSTAMP:20241018T183929Z
CREATED:20240625T193720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T183929Z
UID:10000063-1729933200-1729958400@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Trick or Trees
DESCRIPTION:Trick-or-treating\, interactive activities\, and entertainment. Learn about trees and spooky botanicals. Costumes encouraged. Fun\, festive\, and whimsical—not scary. Great for all ages. \nPresented by Country Landscapes. \nGet tickets here!
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/trick-or-trees/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Games,Signature Event,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241024T190000
DTSTAMP:20240911T203407Z
CREATED:20240815T164253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T203407Z
UID:10000098-1729791000-1729796400@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Scary Succulents
DESCRIPTION:Get into the Halloween spirit with us! Craft a boo-tiful and eerie mini garden for your home with gorgeous and spooky succulents! Learn how to safely plant and care for succulents along with all the growing tips and tricks you need. Registration required. Ages 12+. \n$34 Members | $40 Nonmembers \nRegister here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/scary-succulents/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,All Ages,Class,Horticulture & Gardening,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T190000
DTSTAMP:20241018T190602Z
CREATED:20240815T163409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T190602Z
UID:10000097-1729618200-1729623600@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Pressed Floral Pumpkins
DESCRIPTION:Come decorate a novelty pumpkin with pressed florals. We provide pressed flowers\, faux pumpkins\, and all materials\, you bring your creativity! We will provide a variety of shapes and sizes of pumpkins\, so this workshop is great for all ages and skillsets. Registration required. \n$34 Members | $40 Nonmembers \nRegister Here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/pressed-floral-pumpkins/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Art & Design,Class,Horticulture & Gardening,Youth
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DTSTAMP:20241018T190749Z
CREATED:20240821T144834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T190749Z
UID:10000103-1729324800-1729328400@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Zumba
DESCRIPTION:Admire the Garden as you work out during this outdoor Zumba class! Zumba is a dance fitness program that combines Latin and international music to create an easy\, fun\, and effective workout anyone can do. Cristina Rodriguez\, a certified Zumba instructor and ZIN™ member with eight years of experience\, will teach this class. Ages 12+. \n$17 Members | $20 Nonmembers \nRegister Here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/zumba-2-2/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Class,Wellness,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T110000
DTSTAMP:20240913T212452Z
CREATED:20240913T212452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T212452Z
UID:10000131-1729247400-1729249200@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Story Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun\, interactive story time that explores nature and plants. During each program participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. \nIncluded with general admission. \nEvery Friday from Oct 4 (except on Oct 25 it will be on Oct 26) to Dec 27\, 2024. No Story Sprouts on Nov 15 or Nov 29\, 2024.
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/story-sprouts-3-2/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T200000
DTSTAMP:20240828T171320Z
CREATED:20240815T155748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T171320Z
UID:10000094-1729013400-1729022400@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Plein Air Painting in the Dome
DESCRIPTION:Explore the versatile medium of acrylic paint with Kelsey Wilson. Learn about the different brushes and techniques used to create beautiful works of art with nature as your muse. Choose a plant or flower in the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden conservatory to bring it to life with your new skills! Registration required. Ages 12+. \n$34 Members | $40 Nonmembers \nRegister
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/plein-air-painting-in-the-dome/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Art & Design,Class,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T140000
DTSTAMP:20250724T152613Z
CREATED:20240815T155338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T152613Z
UID:10000093-1728727200-1728741600@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Cauldron Succulent Planter
DESCRIPTION:Embrace the spooky season with this Drop-In activity. In this self guided class\, you’ll have the opportunity to plant a vining succulent in a mini cauldron. It’s a fun thing to do that’s perfect for plant lovers and Halloween enthusiasts alike. No registration needed. Ages 10+. \n$10 per adult participant
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/cauldron-succulent-planter-drop-in/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,All Ages,Drop-In Programs,Horticulture & Gardening,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T160000
DTSTAMP:20240912T131938Z
CREATED:20240625T214044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T131938Z
UID:10000064-1728723600-1728748800@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Fall Bulb Sale Pick Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Pick up your unique bulb varieties* selected by Botanical Garden horticulturists\, including plants featured at the Botanical Garden TODAY.  All orders must be placed on or before Sept. 30\, 2024 in our online store. \n\nPickup will be Saturday\, October 12 from 9 am-4 pm in our parking lot. There will be signage to direct you to the location. \n\nThere will be staff there to assist you. There will be no pick up in the lobby of the Botanical Garden. Pickup instructions will be listed upon checkout. \n*Plant quantities are limited and subject to availability from the grower. Any unavailable items will be refunded. In the case that there are backordered bulbs\, there will be an additional pickup time scheduled on a later day.
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/fall-bulb-market-opening-day/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,All Ages,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T110000
DTSTAMP:20240913T212326Z
CREATED:20240913T212326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T212326Z
UID:10000130-1728642600-1728644400@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Story Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun\, interactive story time that explores nature and plants. During each program participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. \nIncluded with general admission. \nEvery Friday from Oct 4 (except on Oct 25 it will be on Oct 26) to Dec 27\, 2024. No Story Sprouts on Nov 15 or Nov 29\, 2024.
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/story-sprouts-2-2/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T190000
DTSTAMP:20240719T204530Z
CREATED:20240719T203153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T204530Z
UID:10000073-1728583200-1728586800@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Resilient Roots: Powering the Future
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, join us to learn more about sustainability and how it effects your community. More details in English here. More details in Spanish here.  \nThe City of Des Moines and Polk County are curating a monthly series of programs to help educate about the City of Des Moines’ Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (ADAPT DSM)\, sustainability efforts by Polk County\, other sustainability efforts happening in the metro\, and how community members can get involved and take climate action. 
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/resilient-roots/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Drop-In Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T190000
DTSTAMP:20240911T203830Z
CREATED:20240815T144131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T203830Z
UID:10000092-1728581400-1728586800@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Bulbs & Brews
DESCRIPTION:Pick up your bulbs from the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden Fall Bulb Sale early during this happy hour type event. Horticulture and Education staff will be there to answer your bulb questions and provide advice to help you achieve beautiful blooms in the spring. Local craft beer\, kombucha and light snacks will be provided. Preregistration is required. Ages 21+. \n$12.75 Members | $15 Nonmembers \nRegister
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/bulbs-and-brews/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Food & Drink,Horticulture & Gardening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241004T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241004T110000
DTSTAMP:20240913T212122Z
CREATED:20240913T212122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T212122Z
UID:10000129-1728037800-1728039600@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Story Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun\, interactive story time that explores nature and plants. During each program participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. \nIncluded with general admission. \nEvery Friday from Oct 4 (except on Oct 25 it will be on Oct 26) to Dec 27\, 2024. No Story Sprouts on Nov 15 or Nov 29\, 2024.
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/story-sprouts-8-2/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Story Time
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T200000
DTSTAMP:20240828T171127Z
CREATED:20240809T191205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T171127Z
UID:10000077-1727895600-1727899200@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Sips & Sweets 4
DESCRIPTION:Sips & Sweets is a ‘taste’ of our upcoming annual gala fundraiser Champagne & Chocolate on this guided garden tour with Aaron Harpold\, director of horticulture. Enjoy a bubbly beverage as you stroll and vote for your favorite of three Chocolaterie Stam sweets to be the signature chocolate for the November event! Limited to 18 participants. Ages 21+. \nChampagne & Chocolate is the Garden’s premier event raising vital funds to benefit the outreach\, education\, horticulture\, and community programs. Enjoy the festivities of the evening while learning about the partnerships\, impact\, and growth taking place at the Botanical Garden. Tickets available for purchase soon! \n$25.50 Members | $30 Nonmembers \nRegister
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/sips-and-sweets-4/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Food & Drink,Signature Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T183000
DTSTAMP:20240828T171006Z
CREATED:20240809T191049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T171006Z
UID:10000076-1727890200-1727893800@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Sips & Sweets 3
DESCRIPTION:Sips & Sweets is a ‘taste’ of our upcoming annual gala fundraiser Champagne & Chocolate on this guided garden tour with Aaron Harpold\, director of horticulture. Enjoy a bubbly beverage as you stroll and vote for your favorite of three Chocolaterie Stam sweets to be the signature chocolate for the November event! Limited to 18 participants. Ages 21+. \nChampagne & Chocolate is the Garden’s premier event raising vital funds to benefit the outreach\, education\, horticulture\, and community programs. Enjoy the festivities of the evening while learning about the partnerships\, impact\, and growth taking place at the Botanical Garden. Tickets available for purchase soon! \n$25.50 Members | $30 Nonmembers \nRegister
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/sips-and-sweets-3/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Food & Drink,Signature Event
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T200000
DTSTAMP:20240828T170926Z
CREATED:20240809T190801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T170926Z
UID:10000075-1727809200-1727812800@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Sips & Sweets 2
DESCRIPTION:Sips & Sweets is a ‘taste’ of our upcoming annual gala fundraiser Champagne & Chocolate on this guided garden tour with Aaron Harpold\, director of horticulture. Enjoy a bubbly beverage as you stroll and vote for your favorite of three Chocolaterie Stam sweets to be the signature chocolate for the November event! Limited to 18 participants. Ages 21+. \nChampagne & Chocolate is the Garden’s premier event raising vital funds to benefit the outreach\, education\, horticulture\, and community programs. Enjoy the festivities of the evening while learning about the partnerships\, impact\, and growth taking place at the Botanical Garden. Tickets available for purchase soon! \n$25.50 Members | $30 Nonmembers \nRegister
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/sips-and-sweets-2/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Food & Drink,Signature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T183000
DTSTAMP:20240828T170846Z
CREATED:20240809T185417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T170846Z
UID:10000074-1727803800-1727807400@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Sips & Sweets 1
DESCRIPTION:Sips & Sweets is a ‘taste’ of our upcoming annual gala fundraiser Champagne & Chocolate on this guided garden tour with Aaron Harpold\, director of horticulture. Enjoy a bubbly beverage as you stroll and vote for your favorite of three Chocolaterie Stam sweets to be the signature chocolate for the November event! Limited to 18 participants. Ages 21+. \nChampagne & Chocolate is the Garden’s premier event raising vital funds to benefit the outreach\, education\, horticulture\, and community programs. Enjoy the festivities of the evening while learning about the partnerships\, impact\, and growth taking place at the Botanical Garden. Tickets available for purchase soon! \n$25.50 Members | $30 Nonmembers \nRegister
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/sips-and-sweets-1/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Food & Drink,Signature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241008
DTSTAMP:20240930T184015Z
CREATED:20241001T110051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T184015Z
UID:10000143-1727740800-1728345599@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Fall Bulb Sale Extended thru Oct 7
DESCRIPTION:Get the Fall bulbs you most want now thru Oct 7! Featuring unique bulb varieties* selected by Botanical Garden horticulturists\, including plants featured at the Botanical Garden\, you can plant now for beautiful blooms come spring. *Subject to availability. CLICK HERE TO SHOP ONLINE STORE \nPickup will be Saturday\, October 12 from 9am-4pm in our parking lot. There will be signage to direct you to the location.  \nThere will be staff there to assist you. There will be no pick up in the lobby of the Botanical Garden. Pickup instructions will be listed upon checkout. \n 
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/fall-bulb-sale-9-30/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Horticulture & Gardening,Member Promotions,Signature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T190000
DTSTAMP:20240827T150624Z
CREATED:20240618T152910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T150624Z
UID:10000046-1727718300-1727722800@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Botany Book Club Summer Series
DESCRIPTION:Each month July through October\, read a book with us about or involving plants. Registration includes onsite book club meetings in the lush conservatory and refreshments. Age18+. Registration does not include books. We encourage purchasing from local bookstores: Beaverdale Books | Raccoon River Press | Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe | Storyhouse Bookpub \nMembers $36 | Nonmembers $45 \nRegister Here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/botany-book-club-summer-series-3/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240923
DTSTAMP:20240917T211542Z
CREATED:20240917T211121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T211542Z
UID:10000142-1726963200-1727049599@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Fall Bulb Sale Sept 22-30
DESCRIPTION:Shop this month-long online sale running through Sept 30 featuring unique bulb varieties* selected by Botanical Garden horticulturists\, including plants featured at the Botanical Garden. *Subject to availability. CLICK HERE TO SHOP ONLINE STORE SEPT 22-30 \nPickup will be Saturday\, October 12 from 9am-4pm in our parking lot. There will be signage to direct you to the location.  \nThere will be staff there to assist you. There will be no pick up in the lobby of the Botanical Garden. Pickup instructions will be listed upon checkout. \n 
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/fall-bulb-sale-22-30/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Horticulture & Gardening,Member Promotions,Signature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T190000
DTSTAMP:20240816T215256Z
CREATED:20240814T160932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T215256Z
UID:10000084-1726594200-1726599600@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Botanical Watercolor
DESCRIPTION: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+. \n$34 Members | $40 Nonmembers \nRegister
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/botanical-watercolor/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Art & Design,Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTSTAMP:20240917T211500Z
CREATED:20240917T211001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T211500Z
UID:10000141-1726358400-1726444799@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Fall Bulb Sale Sept 15-30
DESCRIPTION:Shop this month-long online sale running through Sept 30 featuring unique bulb varieties* selected by Botanical Garden horticulturists\, including plants featured at the Botanical Garden. *Subject to availability. CLICK HERE TO SHOP ONLINE STORE THRU SEPT 30 ONLY \nPickup will be Saturday\, October 12 from 9am-4pm in our parking lot. There will be signage to direct you to the location.  \nThere will be staff there to assist you. There will be no pick up in the lobby of the Botanical Garden. Pickup instructions will be listed upon checkout. \n 
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/fall-bulb-sale15-30/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Horticulture & Gardening,Member Promotions,Signature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20240816T214936Z
CREATED:20240813T185907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T214936Z
UID:10000078-1726304400-1726315200@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Series: Bonsai for Beginners 2
DESCRIPTION:Discover the ancient Japanese art of bonsai\, learn its fascinating history\, how to care for these unique specimens\, and how to wire and shape them into living sculptures. The class fee includes a starter bonsai plant. This is a two-part class. Registration includes both sessions. Registration required. Ages 12+. \n$81 Members | $90 Nonmembers \nRegister Here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/bonsai-for-beginners-2/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Class,Horticulture & Gardening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T190000
DTSTAMP:20240827T150355Z
CREATED:20240814T151927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T150355Z
UID:10000081-1725989400-1725994800@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Tropical Terrariums
DESCRIPTION:Combine plants\, science\, and design to create miniature worlds. Learn how to design and care for terrariums\, then build your own. All materials are provided\, just bring your creativity! Registration required. Ages 12+. \n$42.50 Members | $50 Nonmembers \nRegister Here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/tropical-terrariums-2/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Class,Horticulture & Gardening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTSTAMP:20240917T211400Z
CREATED:20240917T210846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T211400Z
UID:10000140-1725753600-1725839999@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Fall Bulb Sale Sept 8-30
DESCRIPTION:Shop this month-long online sale running through Sept 30 featuring unique bulb varieties* selected by Botanical Garden horticulturists\, including plants featured at the Botanical Garden. *Subject to availability. CLICK HERE TO SHOP ONLINE STORE THRU SEPT 30 \nPickup will be Saturday\, October 12 from 9am-4pm in our parking lot. There will be signage to direct you to the location.  \nThere will be staff there to assist you. There will be no pick up in the lobby of the Botanical Garden. Pickup instructions will be listed upon checkout. \n 
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/fall-bulb-sale-8-30/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Horticulture & Gardening,Member Promotions,Signature Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T120000
DTSTAMP:20240816T214449Z
CREATED:20240813T190505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T214449Z
UID:10000079-1725699600-1725710400@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Series: Bonsai for Beginners 1
DESCRIPTION:Discover the ancient Japanese art of bonsai\, learn its fascinating history\, how to care for these unique specimens\, and how to wire and shape them into living sculptures. The class fee includes a starter bonsai plant. This is a two-part class. Registration includes both sessions. Registration required. Ages 12+. \n$81 Members | $90 Nonmembers \nRegister Here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/bonsai-for-beginners-1/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Class,Horticulture & Gardening,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240906T190000
DTSTAMP:20240816T214140Z
CREATED:20240813T191925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T214140Z
UID:10000080-1725645600-1725649200@dmbotanicalgarden.com
SUMMARY:Flower Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Grab your friends\, grab a beverage\, and learn how to design a stunning floral arrangement built around seasonal blooms! All materials are provided. All participants must be ages 21 or older. Registration required. \n$34 Members | $40 Nonmembers \nRegister here
URL:https://dmbotanicalgarden.com/event/flower-happy-hour-2/
LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Adult,Art & Design,Class,Food & Drink
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