BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bham Now - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Bham Now X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bhamnow.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bham Now REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T103000 DTSTAMP:20260619T132403Z CREATED:20260517T052502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T132403Z UID:10100207-1782378000-1782383400@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:The Many Medicinal Wonders of the Mint Family DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nThe mint family is one of the most versatile and beneficial groups of medicinal plants—yet it’s often overlooked. In this outdoor workshop with clinical herbalist and educator Cameron Strouss\, you’ll discover how eleven beloved medicinal mints can support your well-being. You’ll have the chance to smell\, taste\, and learn practical ways to begin incorporating these plants into your daily life—no prior experience needed. \nPlants featured include peppermint\, spearmint\, thyme\, rosemary\, lemon balm\, holy basil\, catnip\, bee balm\, motherwort\, skullcap\, and self-heal. \nInstructor: Cameron Strouss\nCameron is an experienced herbal educator and clinical herbalist dedicated to making herbal medicine accessible through practical\, science-based education. As the founder of Deep Roots School of Foraging and Herbal Medicine\, she has developed comprehensive programs teaching thousands of students the practical applications of herbal medicine in professional-grade herbal care. \nHer teaching integrates 15 years of herbal study\, 9 years of clinical work\, and over 4\,000 hours of scientific and herbal education. Cameron holds a Biology degree from the University of Montevallo\, Clinical Herbal Certification from The Eclectic School of Herbal Medicine\, and is a graduate of the Southeastern Institute for Traditional Herbal Studies. \nShe maintains professional credentials as an FH\, RH (AHG)\, and Level 1 Aromatherapist and is the published author of Wild Wellness: A Journal for Medicinal Foraging. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes empowering students to reclaim their health while fostering deeper connections to the natural world.  \nLocation: Bruno Vegetable Garden \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/the-many-medicinal-wonders-of-the-mint-family/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/iStock-1252488348-K9TwOC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T150000 DTSTAMP:20260608T144239Z CREATED:20260608T144239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T144239Z UID:10100448-1782482400-1782486000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Dino Sunset Painting DESCRIPTION:(Teens)Friday\, June 26th at 2 PM \nJoin us Friday afternoon as we create our own Mini Dino Paintings! This event is strictly for fun & is not going to be a guided class. All supplies will be provided. \nTeens only\, incoming grades 6th – 12th. URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/dino-sunset-painting/ LOCATION:Pinson Public Library\, 4410 Main St\, Pinson\, AL\, 35126\, US CATEGORIES:Craft Class,Education + Library,Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/0626-Dino-Sunset-Painting.png GEO:33.6920101;-86.6816278 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pinson Public Library 4410 Main St Pinson AL 35126 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4410 Main St:geo:-86.6816278,33.6920101 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T132403Z CREATED:20260412T051302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T132403Z UID:10098008-1783328400-1783339200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Enchanted Forest DESCRIPTION:« Children’s Summer Camp\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n | \n \n \n\n\n\nThe Gardens are brimming with enchantment if you know where to look. Through storytelling and imaginative play\, we’ll discover the hidden magic of the Gardens as we explore forest habitats and miniature worlds found beneath leaves and rocks\, where fairies and gnomes may roam. We’ll also create and build a fairy or gnome house to take home. \nMonday\, July 6—Friday\, July 10 | 9 a.m.—noonFor children 4 years old–rising 3rd grade \nMonday\, February 2 | 10 a.m.Registration opens for members at the Family level and above.Monday\, February 16 | 10 a.m.Registration opens to the public. \n\n\n \n \n*Family level and above \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAges 4–5\nEntering Grades K–1\nEntering Grades 2–3\nBecome a member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/enchanted-forest/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Fun,Summer Camps ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/enchanted_forest26-BPgk5F.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T170000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133902Z CREATED:20260412T051306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T133902Z UID:10098009-1783440000-1783443600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:How Flowers Made our World: The Story of Nature’s Revolutionaries DESCRIPTION:Thyme to Read\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n | \n \n \n\n\n\nJoin us for our “Thyme to Read” book club\, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Book: How Flowers Made our World: The Story of Nature’s Revolutionaries by David Haskell \n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/how-flowers-made-our-world-the-story-of-natures-revolutionaries/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Fun,Thyme to Read Book Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/m-1-YK115p.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T120000 DTSTAMP:20260616T133217Z CREATED:20260616T133217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T133217Z UID:10100552-1783508400-1783512000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Rainbow Foam Party DESCRIPTION:(All ages)Wednesday\, July 8th at 11 AM \nBring your swimsuits\, sunscreen\, & towel for an outdoor rainbow foam adventure! There will be a food truck available too. All ages welcome. URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/rainbow-foam-party/ LOCATION:Pinson Public Library\, 4410 Main St\, Pinson\, AL\, 35126\, US CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Family,Family Friendly Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/0708-Rainbow-Foam.png GEO:33.6920101;-86.6816278 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pinson Public Library 4410 Main St Pinson AL 35126 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4410 Main St:geo:-86.6816278,33.6920101 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T150000 DTSTAMP:20260616T133212Z CREATED:20260616T133212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T133212Z UID:10100554-1783519200-1783522800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:DAR: Dining in Early America with Irene Latham DESCRIPTION:(Adults)Wednesday\, July 8th at 2 PM \nIrene Latham\, local author & Correspondent Docent for the Daughters of the American Revolution\, will present a discussion to analyze cooking & dining traditions in the American home in the 18th & early 19th centuries. Presented with the Pinson Historical Society. URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/dar-dining-in-early-america-with-irene-latham/ LOCATION:Pinson Public Library\, 4410 Main St\, Pinson\, AL\, 35126\, US CATEGORIES:Education + Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/0708-DAR-Dining-in-Early-America.png GEO:33.6920101;-86.6816278 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pinson Public Library 4410 Main St Pinson AL 35126 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4410 Main St:geo:-86.6816278,33.6920101 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T190000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133903Z CREATED:20260527T052405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T133903Z UID:10100279-1783704600-1783710000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Staghorn Fern Mounting Basics DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nFavored by indoor and outdoor gardeners alike\, the staghorn fern gets its name from the unique shape of the fronds which look like a stag’s antlers. In this hands-on workshop\, Terry Phillips\, horticulturist of the Kaul Wildflower Garden\, will walk you through the process of creating a mount for this distinctive fern that mimics its natural tree-dwelling habitat. You will learn simple mounting techniques and essential care tips for light\, watering\, and maintenance. Participants will take home a striking price of living art—no experience needed. $30 supply fee included. \nLocation: Conference Room/Outdoor Classroom \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER\nBECOME A MEMBER\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/staghorn-fern-mounting-basics/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Create,Education + Library,Fun,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/staghorn_fern-js94qH.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133903Z CREATED:20260414T052404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T133903Z UID:10098015-1783933200-1783944000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Bugs at Work DESCRIPTION:« Children’s Summer Camp\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n | \n \n \n\n\n\nSmall yet mighty\, insects are “the little things that run the world\,” as the naturalist E.O. Wilson said. They may be creepy and crawly\, but they also help maintain healthy soil\, keep rivers clean\, vacuum up scraps\, eliminate pests\, and pollinate all sorts of plants to keep our ecosystem going. “Bug out” with us about all the different ways insects benefit the environment and discover ways to support them. \nMonday\, July 13—Friday\, July 17 | 9 a.m.—noonFor children 4 years old–rising 3rd grade \nMonday\, February 2 | 10 a.m.Registration opens for members at the Family level and above.Monday\, February 16 | 10 a.m.Registration opens to the public. \n\n\n \n \n*Family level and above \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAges 4–5\nEntering Grades K–1\nEntering Grades 2-3\nBecome a member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/bugs-at-work/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Fun,Summer Camps ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/bugs_at_work-Z0m294.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133904Z CREATED:20260421T052903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T133904Z UID:10098078-1784538000-1784548800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Nature’s Music Makers DESCRIPTION:« Children’s Summer Camp\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n | \n \n \n\n\n\nWhether it’s the wind rustling through the leaves\, cheerful birdsong\, a buzzing bee\, or water burbling in a stream\, the Gardens are filled with music. In this camp\, we’ll explore rhythm and sound in nature and learn where these sounds come from—and how and why they are made. We’ll make our own handmade windchimes\, rattles\, and other instruments inspired by nature’s songs. \nMonday\, July 20—Friday\, July 24 | 9 a.m.—noon For children 4 years old–rising 3rd grade \nMonday\, February 2 | 10 a.m.Registration opens for members at the Family level and above.Monday\, February 16 | 10 a.m.Registration opens to the public. \n\n\n \n \n*Family level and above \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAges 4–5\nEntering Grades K–1\nEntering Grades 2–3\nBecome a member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/natures-music-makers/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Fun,Summer Camps ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/music_makers-Q7PYQ6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T134001Z CREATED:20260527T052502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134001Z UID:10100280-1784714400-1784721600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Dragons and Damsels in the Gardens DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nEnter into the magical world of dragonflies and damselflies this summer—when they are at their most active! These striking\, agile\, and voracious predators begin life as aquatic nymphs before transforming into skilled fliers\, driven by two simple instincts: to eat and to reproduce. A familiar figure in the Gardens and accomplished nature photographer\, Robley Hood has studied these insects for years. She will walk you to several of her favorite garden sites to observe and learn about the ancient order of Odonata. \nInstructor: Robley Hood\nRobley Hood’s interest in these insects began while living on the campus of Sewanee: The University of the South. After months of observing and photographing “odes\,” she asked the biology department chair for a campus species list—only to learn one didn’t exist. He challenged her to create it\, and she did. Since returning home\, she has begun compiling a similar list at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \nLocation: The Hill Garden \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER\nBECOME A MEMBER\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/dragons-and-damsels-in-the-gardens/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/P3210057-1v2-lLfFqs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T210000 DTSTAMP:20260619T134002Z CREATED:20260527T052505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134002Z UID:10100281-1784833200-1784840400@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Nature Trivia Night DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nCurious about how nature and pop culture relate to one another? Bring your friends and join naturalist Henry Hershey for an evening in Rushton Garden to play trivia\, enjoy complimentary drinks\, and learn something new. Novices to experts are welcome to compete for a chance to win a prize. \nLocation: Rushton Garden \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/nature-trivia-night-11/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Nature Trivia Nights ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20250603_Nature-Trivia-Night_SOM0026-Gdi1gn.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T113000 DTSTAMP:20260619T134002Z CREATED:20260527T052506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134002Z UID:10100282-1785232800-1785238200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Cut Flower Arranging DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nJoin us for a hands-on cut flower workshop. Allison Creel of Blue Rooster Farms will bring her best seasonal blooms. You’ll learn how to harvest\, condition\, and arrange flowers straight from their field.  She will also explain the farm’s transition from summer blooms to fall blooms and then discuss what they do to prep for cool season flowers. All materials are provided\, and you’ll leave with your own beautiful arrangement. This workshop is for all levels. Please bring your own snips. $35 supply fee included. \nInstructor: Allison Creel\nAllison\, along with her husband Kirk\, own Blue Rooster Farms\, a flower farm located in Shelby County—just down the road from Birmingham. They grow for designers\, special events\, weekly subscriptions and seasonal U-Pick workshops and experiences. There are 30 to 40 different varieties of flowers cultivated each year which means at any given time they have over 10\,000 plants in the ground. What is grown is planned at least a year in advance so there is enough time to order the seeds and prep the soil properly. All their flowers are nurtured with sustainable practices\, without the use of synthetic chemicals and always with their customers in mind. They are growing joy\, one flower at a time. \nLocation: Conference Room \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/cut-flower-arranging/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Create,Education + Library,Fun,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/cut_flowers-v1if6V.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T170000 DTSTAMP:20260619T134002Z CREATED:20260506T053902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134002Z UID:10098327-1785859200-1785862800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:The Gardener’s Plot DESCRIPTION:Thyme to Read\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n | \n \n \n\n\n\nJoin us for our “Thyme to Read” book club\, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Book: The Gardener’s Plot by Deborah J. Benoit \n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/the-gardeners-plot/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Thyme to Read Book Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/81JgILZYY1L._UF10001000_QL80_-zOGoDv.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T193000 DTSTAMP:20260619T134003Z CREATED:20260527T052602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134003Z UID:10100283-1786555800-1786563000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Design & Create: Concrete Planters DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nLearn the fundamentals of working with concrete as you design and cast your own custom planters from start to finish. Artist and Vivatia Plant Care Services owner Astrid Jerez will guide you through the process of creating your own planters while learning foundational techniques in concrete\, design\, and plant styling. Each participant will take home 3–4 unique planters—no experience needed. \nInstructor: Astrid Jerez \nAstrid Jerez is a botanical and mixed media artist whose work explores the connection between art and living plants. Through her creative practice\, she transforms natural elements into expressive pieces that invite people to bring more greenery and intention into their everyday spaces. \nShe is the founder of Vivatia Plant Care Services\, an interiorscaping business based in Birmingham\, where she designs and installs indoor and outdoor plant environments for homes and businesses—bringing life\, texture\, and balance into every corner. Astrid’s workshops blend creativity with hands-on learning\, making art both approachable and functional. Her teaching style is warm\, encouraging\, and rooted in the belief that anyone can create something beautiful with their hands—especially when inspired by nature. \nLocation: Exploration Classroom/Outdoor Classroom \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/design-create-concrete-planters/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Create,Education + Library,Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/concrete_planter-jk6rnj.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T193000 DTSTAMP:20260619T134101Z CREATED:20260527T052606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134101Z UID:10100284-1786728600-1786735800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Design & Create: Concrete Planters DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nLearn the fundamentals of working with concrete as you design and cast your own custom planters from start to finish. Artist and Vivatia Plant Care Services owner Astrid Jerez will guide you through the process of creating your own planters while learning foundational techniques in concrete\, design\, and plant styling. Each participant will take home 3–4 unique planters—no experience needed. \nInstructor: Astrid Jerez \nAstrid Jerez is a botanical and mixed media artist whose work explores the connection between art and living plants. Through her creative practice\, she transforms natural elements into expressive pieces that invite people to bring more greenery and intention into their everyday spaces. \nShe is the founder of Vivatia Plant Care Services\, an interiorscaping business based in Birmingham\, where she designs and installs indoor and outdoor plant environments for homes and businesses—bringing life\, texture\, and balance into every corner. Astrid’s workshops blend creativity with hands-on learning\, making art both approachable and functional. Her teaching style is warm\, encouraging\, and rooted in the belief that anyone can create something beautiful with their hands—especially when inspired by nature. \nLocation: Exploration Classroom/Outdoor Classroom \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/design-create-concrete-planters-2/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Create,Education + Library,Fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/concrete_planter-jk6rnj.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000 DTSTAMP:20260619T134102Z CREATED:20260529T052803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134102Z UID:10100358-1787828400-1787832000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Landscape Foundations: Selecting and Siting Trees and Shrubs DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\n Landscaping with trees and woody shrubs requires planning\, patience\, and an understanding of how plants grow over time\, some taking many years to reach their full beauty and impact. Join Bob Koons\, a familiar face both in the Kaul Wildflower Garden and at our plant sales\, as he discusses the selection\, environmental needs\, siting\, planting\, and maintenance of trees and shrubs. \nParticipants are invited to bring two or three photos of their yard for small group work. This is a chance to gain inspiration and practical guidance for your own landscape and to get a sneak peak of what will be available at our Fall Plant Sale! \nInstructor: Robert (Bob) Koons\nBob Koons has been a volunteer with Birmingham Botanical Gardens for nearly 10 years. Applying his background in architecture and love for the environment\, he has helped with multiple spaces such as the Japanese Garden and Kaul Wildflower Garden\, even creating a map of the many native plant species there. Passionate about educating people on plants and landscape design\, he has been leading the Trees and Shrubs volunteer growing group for the spring and fall plant sales since 2019. \nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/landscape-foundations-selecting-and-siting-trees-and-shrubs/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/bob_koons_trees-PoxViX.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T210000 DTSTAMP:20260619T134102Z CREATED:20260529T052807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134102Z UID:10100359-1787857200-1787864400@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Nature Trivia Night DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nCurious about how nature and pop culture relate to one another? Bring your friends and join naturalist Henry Hershey for an evening in Rushton Garden to play trivia\, enjoy complimentary drinks\, and learn something new. Novices to experts are welcome to compete for a chance to win a prize. \nLocation: Rushton Garden \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/nature-trivia-night-12/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Nature Trivia Nights ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/20250603_Nature-Trivia-Night_SOM0026-Gdi1gn.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T170000 DTSTAMP:20260619T134103Z CREATED:20260603T052702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T134103Z UID:10100427-1788278400-1788282000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Good Soil: The Education of an Accidental Farmhand DESCRIPTION:Thyme to Read\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n | \n \n \n\n\n\nJoin us for our “Thyme to Read” book club\, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Book: Good Soil: The Education of an Accidental Farmhand by Jeff Chu \n \n\n\nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\nBecome a member\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/good-soil-the-education-of-an-accidental-farmhand/ LOCATION:AL CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Thyme to Read Book Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/71nnlMXMbQL._UF10001000_QL80_-ydpDK5.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR