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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14, 2024 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Discover Movement with Sarah Pope
Friday, April 19 and Wednesday, May 1, 2024 | 11–11:45 a.m.
Come celebrate spring in the Discovery Garden with a garden movement class! Learn More about Discover Movement with Sarah Pope
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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Continuing Education Classes | Art Classes Don't Miss
Speed Painting Fruit & Vegetables: The Art Strategic Bold Watercolor
Thursday, May 2, 2024 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Preregistration Required
In this class we will work from multiple still life fruits and veggies on smaller sheets of paper. Learn More about Speed Painting Fruit & Vegetables: The Art Strategic Bold Watercolor
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Continuing Education Classes | Gardening Classes Don't Miss
Starting a Vegetable Garden
Single session on Thursday, May 2 or Thursday, May 30, 2024 | 5–7 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Get a crash course in vegetable gardening! Learn More about Starting a Vegetable Garden
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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Special Events | Art in the Garden Don't Miss
Weekends in Bloom 2024
Weekends, April 27–May 12 | Events and times vary
Celebrate all the spring blooms at Brooklyn Botanic Garden with casual, pop-up music and dance performances, cultural programs, activities for kids and families, Garden tours, and more. Learn More about Weekends in Bloom 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9, 2024 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
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Continuing Education Classes | Floral Design Classes Don't Miss
Floral Design Basics
Saturday, May 4, 2024 | 2–3:30 p.m. | Waitlist Only
Bring that beautiful but odd vase that you got as a gift and work with the instructor to figure out how to make a beautiful floral arrangement that complements your container. Learn More about Floral Design Basics
Saturday, May 4, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14, 2024 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Continuing Education Classes | Horticulture Certificate Don't Miss
Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID
6 weekly sessions beginning Wednesday, May 8; Tuesday, May 21; or Thursday, August 1, 2024 | Waitlist Only
The class will identify and view plant characteristics during sessions on BBG grounds. Learn More about Herbaceous Landscape Plant ID
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Continuing Education Classes | Floral Design Classes Don't Miss
Designing with Summertime Blooms
Single session on Tuesday, May 21 or Tuesday, June 11, 2024 | 5:30–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
The instructor will offer step-by-step instruction—from palette selection and flower care to professional techniques. Learn More about Designing with Summertime Blooms
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
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Member Events | Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Signature Plant Pickup
Saturday, May 11, 2024 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. & Wednesday, May 15, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Signature Plants are a benefit of membership at the Contributor level and above. Learn More about Signature Plant Pickup
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Special Events | Art in the Garden Don't Miss
Weekends in Bloom 2024
Weekends, April 27–May 12 | Events and times vary
Celebrate all the spring blooms at Brooklyn Botanic Garden with casual, pop-up music and dance performances, cultural programs, activities for kids and families, Garden tours, and more. Learn More about Weekends in Bloom 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Discovery Garden Early Opening for Children and Families of All Abilities
Saturdays, September 21 & October 19, 2024 | 9–11 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Explore the garden at your own pace and participate in multisensory activities at facilitated stations. Learn More about Discovery Garden Early Opening for Children and Families of All Abilities
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9, 2024 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturday, May 11, 2024
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Member Events | Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle May Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, May 18 & Sunday, May 19, 2024 | 9–10 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Members of the Garden Circle and higher levels can enjoy exclusive access to the Garden from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Garden Circle May Early-Morning Hours
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9, 2024 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturday, May 18, 2024
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Member Events | Garden Circle Events Don't Miss
Garden Circle May Early-Morning Hours
Saturday, May 18 & Sunday, May 19, 2024 | 9–10 a.m. | Preregistration Required
Members of the Garden Circle and higher levels can enjoy exclusive access to the Garden from 9 to 10 a.m. Learn More about Garden Circle May Early-Morning Hours
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Saturdays & Sundays | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
April 13–June 9, 2024 | No programs May 25 & 26 | Drop-inLooking for outdoor activities during spring break week? Learn More about Spring Family Discovery Weekends
Sunday, May 19, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14, 2024 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Community Greening Workshops Don't Miss
How to Green Your Block - Section B
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Preregistration Required
Ever wondered what it takes to make your block greener? Recruit a few neighbors and head on over to BBG where our staff, joined by some winning Greenest Block in Brooklyn gardeners, will encourage you to see your block's potential with fresh eyes. Learn More about How to Green Your Block - Section B
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14, 2024 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Discovery Sing-Along with Sabrina Chap
Wednesdays, May 29 and June 5, 2024 | 11–11:45 a.m.
Come to the Discovery Garden for a garden sing-along! Join Sabrina Chap in singing, dancing, and playing with instruments, scarves, and bubbles. Learn More about Discovery Sing-Along with Sabrina Chap
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Member Events | Evenings Don't Miss
Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesdays, May 29–September 4, 2024 | 6–8:30 p.m.
Savor the Garden during the twilight hours—just for members! Learn More about Members’ Summer Evenings
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
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Families & Kids Don't Miss
Spring First Discoveries
Wednesdays & Fridays, March 13–June 14, 2024 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Drop-in
Pot up a plant, create a craft, read a story, and use your senses to explore nature at special Discovery Garden activity stations designed for early learners. Learn More about Spring First Discoveries