It’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day at the Gardens, and we are honoring the day with some beautification projects! Have you been interested in volunteering at Smith-Gilbert Gardens and didn’t know how to begin? Join us with friends and family for one ... Read More
Celebrate the arrival of autumn by transforming fallen leaves and recycled materials into unique art. Using the textures of local foliage as our guide, we will explore the history of ancient Pre-Columbian stamps to create our own contemporary designs. Join ... Read More
Led by Cobb Collaborative, families may join in for a fun, interactive session focused on The Basics Principles while connecting with nature. Intended for caregivers to do with their children, there will be music and movement, activities and a story. ... Read More
So, you have a bonsai, now what? This class will answer that question! During this workshop, get hands-on practice pruning and wiring, and discuss future care and maintenance. Participants are welcome to bring their existing bonsai to wire ... Read More
Unlike hiking or a nature walk, forest bathing is a mindful practice that invites you to immerse your senses in a natural environment. Additionally, forest bathing enhances our environment sensitivity, cultivates a stronger relationship with nature and deepens our interconnected ... Read More
Save the Date! 📅 We’re having a Fall Tree & Shrub Sale on October 24! We’ll have native, ornamental, fruit trees & shrubs, perennials, grasses, vines and beginner bonsai all available for purchase. Come and find something perfect just in ... Read More
Fall leaf colors are all around the Gardens. We will explore the different types of fall leaves in the Gardens. Use fallen leaves to create leaf rubbings. Moms, dads, caregivers and little sprouts, ages 0-4, join us for music, movement, ... Read More
Fall leaf colors are all around the Gardens. We will explore the different types of fall leaves in the Gardens. Use fallen leaves to create leaf rubbings. Moms, dads, caregivers and little sprouts, ages 0-4, join us for music, movement, ... Read More
Visit Smith-Gilbert Gardens on the 2nd Saturday of each month (some exceptions as noted on the events calendar) and observe staff as they oversee, evaluate, care for and prune the Gardens’ bonsai collection. Along with a small group of well-trained ... Read More
Do you find yourself naming plants and birds to friends on your nature hikes? Are you the family’s certified nature nerd? If you replied yes to either of these, we have just the place for you! Join Garden staff for ... Read More
Botanical Seals: Hand-Printed Holidays Get a head start on the season of giving! Inspired by ancient Pre-Columbian cylinder seals, we’ll create our own repeating patterns to produce personalized wrapping paper and holiday cards. Using recycled materials and botanical motifs, ... Read More
So, you have a bonsai, now what? This class will answer that question! During this workshop, get hands-on practice pruning and wiring, and discuss future care and maintenance. Participants are welcome to bring their existing bonsai to wire and/or receive ... Read More
Explore different meditation styles enriched by the natural environment at Smith-Gilbert Gardens. Create your personal inner experience in a garden setting, while receiving the proven holistic health benefits of meditation and Mother Nature. Let Nature teach you how to navigate ... Read More
Winter is here! Let’s explore different plants and animals in the winter and use them as inspiration for a craft. Moms, dads, caregivers and little sprouts, ages 0-4, join us for music, movement, play and story time! Each month will ... Read More
Join Laura Surace for a step-by-step acrylic painting session where we will create poinsettia flowers on canvas. All experience levels are welcome, and all supplies are included. The workshop may be moved indoors, depending on the weather. Registration is required. ... Read More
Winter is here! Let’s explore different plants and animals in the winter and use them as inspiration for a craft. Moms, dads, caregivers and little sprouts, ages 0-4, join us for music, movement, play and story time! Each month will ... Read More
Winter is here! Let’s explore different plants and animals in the winter and use them as inspiration for a craft. Moms, dads, caregivers and little sprouts, ages 0-4, join us for music, movement, play and story time! Each month will ... Read More
Bring the whole family for story time, sweet treats, pictures with Santa and holiday crafts! Winter story times will begin at 4:30pm, 5:30pm and 6:30pm. The price is $25 for one adult and child pair. Additional child and adult add-ons ... Read More
With guidance from our Garden Manager Hanna Young, participants will learn how to make and decorate a natural 12” wreath frame to take home with them. Materials from the garden will be provided to create and decorate wreaths, but participants ... Read More
With guidance from our Garden Manager Hanna Young, participants will learn how to make and decorate a natural 12” wreath frame to take home with them. Materials from the garden will be provided to create and decorate wreaths, but participants ... Read More
Bring the whole family for story time, sweet treats, pictures with Santa and holiday crafts! Winter story times will begin at 4:30pm, 5:30pm and 6:30pm. The price is $25 for one adult and child pair. Additional child and adult add-ons ... Read More
Unlike hiking, or a nature walk, forest bathing is a mindful practice that invites you to immerse your senses in a natural environment. Additionally, forest bathing enhances our environment sensitivity, cultivates a stronger relationship with nature, deepens our interconnected awareness ... Read More
