Colorado residents can enjoy a special free day at the Gardens and Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield, thanks to funding from the SCFD.
Denver Botanic Gardens (York Street location): Monday, Feb. 20
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield: Friday, Feb. 3
EXHIBITS & ART AT THE GARDENS
GATES GARDEN COURT GALLERY EXHIBITIONS
New Age, Old Ways
Through February 5
Denver Botanic Gardens
New Age, Old Ways seeks to share real ideas about being Native / indigenous, to challenge artists to create without the filter of Western European art aesthetics and to challenge our awareness of the assimilation of old ways by new age strategies. Artists Bob Haozous, Kim Hargrove, Joseph Sanchez and Roxanne Swentzel bring together their collective vision in this multi-sensorial installation that questions our conceptions of Indian-ness.
2012 ORCHID SHOWCASE
Through Feb. 20
Denver Botanic Gardens
More than 200 flowering orchids will be the highlight of the Orangery. New features include orchids spilling from hanging baskets along the north wall and steel arbors drapes with orchids and bromeliads framing the citrus trees along the south wall. The arbors of the Orangery will be flanked by clay pots filled with orchid blooms.
BOTANICAL ART & ILLUSTRATION
Art meets science in this certification program for the dedicated illustrator, as well as the devoted amateur.
To register for a class, visit http://catalog.botanicgardens.org/Default.aspx?tagid=10 or call the registrar at 720-865-3580.
Color Layering for Colored Pencil
Friday – Sunday, Feb. 3 – 5
9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Colored pencil presents a special challenge: mixing color directly on your drawing! Learn to use a simple color mixing method adapted to the application of colored pencils.
Cost: $192 member, $245 non-member.
Instructor: Susan Rubin
Introduction to Botanical Illustration
Monday, Feb. 13, 20 & 27
6 – 9 p.m.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Are you new to drawing? If you can write with a pencil, you can draw with one. Step-by-step, acquire the techniques you need to draw what you see. Build drawing skills to enter the Botanical Illustration Program with confidence.
Cost: $192 member, $243 non-member.
Instructor: Renee Jorgensen
Botany for the Botanical Illustrator
Wednesday, Feb. 22 & 29
9 a.m. – noon
Denver Botanic Gardens
The science of the subjects you draw determines what you see! Take a close look at plant anatomy and learn to recognize botanical details that will make your drawings more accurate and realistic.
Cost: $192 member, $245 non-member
Instructor: Mervi Hjelmroos-Koski
EVENTS AT DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS
Our calendar includes many more events, classes and lectures.
To register for a class, visit www.botanicgardens.org and click on the “programs” link or call the registrar at 720-865-3580.
BEHIND-THE-SCENES DAYS
Saturday, Feb. 4
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Visitors will have the opportunity to experience behind-the-scenes areas of Denver Botanic Gardens. Members of the Gardens’ library, research, herbaria and laboratories will be on hand inside Gates Garden Court with displays on each of these important areas of the Gardens. In addition, mini-tours of these areas will be available every half hour to allow visitors even greater behind-the-scenes access.
Kundalini Yoga
Mondays Through April
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Morrison Center
Denver Botanic Gardens
The ancient and sacred practice of Kundalini yoga is the oldest form of yoga, kept secret by advanced yogis until recently. From your very first class, you'll reap the rewards – including relief from back pain, stress, addiction, depression and insomnia, and weight control. Kundalini yoga promises you peace of mind. Elevate and experience yourself through this ancient science! All levels welcome; no experience required. Please bring water and a yoga mat.
Cost: Single session: $8 member, $10 non-member/drop-in rate.
Full spring series: $100/$120.
Instructor: Chris Anne Coviello
Beekeeping Essentials
Three Tuesdays – Feb. 9, 16 & 23
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Denver Botanic Gardens
In this intensive beginner class, discover the ins and outs of beekeeping and the knowledge and supplies you'll need to get started in this fascinating hobby. Marygael Meister, founder of Denver Bee, will cover everything you need to become a backyard beekeeper!
Cost: $65 member, $75 non-member
Instructor: Marygael Meister
Backyard Goat Keeping
Sunday, Feb. 19
9 -11:30 a.m.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Join an accessible introduction for anyone interested in raising backyard dwarf dairy goats. Attendees will have lots of time to meet Sundari's friendly goats! Class covers choosing the perfect goats, housing and fencing, medical care and hoof trimming, all about the milk, and the permitting process.
Cost: $30 member/non-member
Instructor: Sundari Kraft.
Backyard Chicken Keeping
Sunday, Feb. 23
2 - 4:30 p.m.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Join Sundari Kraft of Heirloom Gardens for a comprehensive introduction to raising backyard hens in an urban setting. From chick care to eggs and permits Sundari will discuss different ways to raise chickens to keep them happy and healthy.
Cost: $30 member/non-member
Instructor: Sundari Kraft
CHILDREN’S CLASSES AND CAMPS
SEEDLINGS CLASSES FOR TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS (AGES 18 MONTHS to 6 YEARS)
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Denver Botanic Gardens
Seedlings classes offer a fun, hands-on way for young children, ages 18 months to six years, to explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants and their importance. Classes include interactive explorations, nature walks and stories for children and their caregivers. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group.
18-24 months, Tuesdays 9:30-10:15 or 10:45-11:30 a.m.
Stimulate the senses through hands-on experiences with nature.
Cost: $8 per class for members; $10 per class for non-members.
24-36 months, Thursdays 9:30-10:15 or 10:45-11:30 a.m.
Experience nature through art, movement, songs, stories and the senses.
Cost: $8 per class for members; $10 per class for non-members.
3-5 years, Wednesdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. - noon
Dig deeper into the subject with fun activities and projects to take home.
Cost: $10 per class for members; $12 per class for non-members.
Feathered Friends
Use your five senses to explore the world of birds.
Ages 18-24 months: Tuesday, January 31, 9:30 or 10:45 a.m
Feathers, feathers everywhere! Use your senses to explore the world of birds and create the softest birds you’ll ever meet.
Ages 24-36 months: Thursday, February 2, 9:30 or 10:45 a.m.
Fly, chirp and hunt for worms. We’ll flap our wings as we become birds.
Ages 3-6 years: Wednesday, February 1, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m.
What do birds do in winter? Play the migration game to learn about birds that fly south for winter and create a bird treat for birds that stay in Denver during the winter months.
Painting with Plants
Make a masterpiece from plants and nature objects you find.
Ages 18-24 months: Tuesday, February 7, 9:30 or 10:45 a.m
Explore the colors of the fruits and veggies we eat and then create a unique picture.
Ages 24-36 months: Thursday, February 9, 9:30 or 10:45 a.m.
We’ll use fruit from different plants to mix up our own special paint and create the sweetest picture you’ll ever see.
Ages 3-6 years: Wednesday, February 8, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m.
Discover the ways that nature can be an art tool kit. We’ll go on a scavenger hunt to find objects that will create a variety of nature prints.
Roses are Red, Violets are Blue
Discover the sweet scent and beautiful colors of these famous February flowers.
Ages 18-24 months: Tuesday, February 14, 9:30 or 10:45 a.m.
Use your five senses to explore the different sizes, colors and shapes of roses and violets. Create a rose scented masterpiece to take home with you.
Ages 24-36 months: Thursday, February 16 9:30 or 10:45 a.m.
Use your eyes, nose and hands to take a close look at the petals, leaves and roots that make roses and violets so special. Create a rose scented masterpiece to take home with you.
Ages 3-6 years: Wednesday, February 15, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m
Why do flowers smell sweet? Take close look at roses and violets to uncover their secrets. Dissect a flower and examine its parts up close.
The Rock Garden
Investigate rocks of many shapes and sizes and discover a variety of plants that live among rocks in the garden.
Ages 18-24 months: Tuesday, February 21, 9:30 or 10:45 a.m.
Investigate the different colors, shapes and textures of rocks as we create a rock collection for stacking, sorting and painting.
Ages 24-36 months: Thursday, February 23, 9:30 or 10:45 am.
Investigate the different colors, shapes and textures of rocks as we create a rock collection for stacking, sorting and painting.
Ages 3-6 years: Wednesday, February 22, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m
Investigate the different colors, shapes and textures of rocks as we create a rock collection for stacking, sorting, and painting! Pick out your favorite rock and make it your very own pet to take home.
Fun with Fibers
Use your five senses to explore the cotton plant.
Ages 18-24 months: Tuesday, February 28, 9:30 or 10:45 a.m.
Feel the softness of cotton as we explore the cotton plant and the many products it gives us. Paint a cotton t-shirt to take home with you.
Ages 24-36 months: Thursday, March 1, 9:30 or 10:45 a.m.
Where does cotton come from? Explore the cotton plant and the many soft products we get from it. Paint a cotton t-shirt to take home with you.
Ages 3-6 years: Wednesday, February 29, 9:30 or 11:00 a.m
Explore the cotton plant and the many uses people have found for this versatile plant.
GARDEN CAMPS FOR KIDS (AGES 6-12)
Denver Botanic Gardens
MINI-Camps
Spend your day off of school at the Gardens exploring the amazing world of plants. We’ll fill each day with garden explorations, games, activities, projects and take-home gardens
Cactus Camp
Monday, Feb. 20, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Spend a day at the Gardens exploring our collection of cacti and succulents. Discover cacti’s unique adaptations and plant your own cactus to take home.
Cost: $50 members, $55 non-members.
Exhibition and program details subject to change. Visit www.botanicgardens.org for details.
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