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It's not just the bees that are buzzing during the summer months at BBG. Everywhere you turn you'll find activity during all times of the day: children running around at camp, visitors on our daily tours, students engaged in classes, community members doing sunset yoga on the lawn, painting students set up with their easels, and many more. There's something for everyone. Whether you're visiting for a day or the whole summer, learning opportunities abound here at BBG.
Contact us if you are an EBT, WIC, or ConnectorCare Card Holder interested in purchasing a ticket for one of these programs with a 50% discount for the Card-holder.
Program Calendar
Friday, Nov 21
Kick off the holiday season with a night of creativity, connection and seasonal beauty. In this hands-on workshop on Friday, Nov. 21, from 6 to 8 p.m., Hilary Collingwood of Moonflower Farm will guide you step-by-step in designing a stunning Thanksgiving...
Saturday, Nov 22 to Sunday, Nov 23
If you have visited the legendary Gallery of Wreaths at the Berkshire Botanical Garden Holiday Marketplace, you may have wondered how wreath designers create their botanical masterpieces and whether you can craft your own. This three-hour program on your...
Saturday, Nov 29
Join us for a special exhibition tour and artist talk with Robin Crofut-Brittingham on the final weekend of her exhibition, "Flock," on Saturday, Nov. 29, at 2 p.m. in the Loenhardt Gallery. Robin Crofut-Brittingham is a visual artist and writer whose...
Tuesday, Dec 2 to Tuesday, Jan 6
Deepen your understanding of what keeps plants thriving — and what threatens their health. In this comprehensive course led by horticulture expert Jen Werner on Tuesdays, Dec. 2 through Jan. 6, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., you’ll explore the many factors that...
Saturday, Dec 6
Celebrate the season with a hands-on herbal gift-making experience on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 2 to 4 p.m. Join herbalist and artist Nicole Irene for an inspiring workshop where you’ll craft a variety of thoughtful, nature-based gifts perfect for the...
Sunday, Dec 7
Learn to make a Gingerbread Trifle, Upside Down Almond Pear Cake and easy Chocolate Truffles with Tracy Hayhurst on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 1 to 3 p.m. These recipes are gluten-free friendly, and we’ll have a chance to taste everything with a cup of tea or...
Saturday, Dec 13 to Saturday, Dec 20
Bring garden spaces to life through thoughtful, creative planting design in this immersive two-day studio course on Saturdays Dec. 13 and Dec. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Led by Tom Smith of Springfield Technical Community College, this hands-on...
Saturday, Dec 20
Step into the stillness of the season with a peaceful candlelit meditation, guided by mindfulness facilitator Sandrine Harris on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 4 to 5 p.m. As the sun reaches its lowest point and winter quietly begins, we’ll gather in the cozy...
Saturday, Jan 3 to Sunday, Jan 4
Learn about the art and science of plant propagation with Adam Wheeler, grafting guru at Broken Arrow Nursery. Focus on the basic botany needed to understand and successfully propagate plants. Sexual and asexual propagation methods, including sowing seeds...
Wednesday, Jan 7 to Wednesday, Jan 28
Join Pat Hogan for a 4-week beginner watercolor course from Wed., Jan. 7 to Wed., Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Berkshire Botanical Garden.
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