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SUMMARY:Safe Summer Series
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Birmingham City Council President\, Wardine Alexander\, Safe Summer Series is a free outdoor concert that will bring the community together for great music\, good food\, and an overall good time. Featured live performers include: KUT Klose\, JP Capone\, Keith Washington\, and Logan the Entertainer. \n 
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/safe-summer-series/
LOCATION:Birmingham Botanical Gardens
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Concert,Family,Food,Food Trucks,Fun,Local Events
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SUMMARY:Embracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the many benefits that native plants offer both to the urban gardener and to the wildlife that rely on them in this multi-faceted presentation by Isabelle Bracewell with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Isabelle will highlight native plants that are easy to install and discuss how to create urban spaces that are both beautiful and ecologically functional. \nAs a part of this program the group will explore various spaces where natives are cultivated with the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Garden paths in select areas are uneven. Comfortable shoes are suggested.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/embracing-natives-the-benefits-of-native-landscaping-in-an-urban-environment/
LOCATION:Birmingham Botanical Gardens
CATEGORIES:Gardening
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SUMMARY:Collection Visit: Birmingham Botanical Gardens Library and Archives
DESCRIPTION:Join BMA librarian & archivist Laura Woodard to explore the Birmingham Botanical Gardens (BBG) Library and Archives. Together with BBG librarian Rachael Daughtry\, we will learn about the BBG’s collections\, how they serve the BBG and Birmingham communities\, and how the BMA and BBG collections can support your learning and curiosity goals.  \nNOTE: This event is for Support Group members only. You must be an active member of one of the Museum’s support groups to attend. Learn more about Support Groups by clicking here.  \nYour account must be linked to an active membership to register. You can create a new account on the Members Portal. When registering\, please make sure to use the email address we have on file—using a different address will create a second account. \nIf you have any questions contact Dianne Williams at dwilliams@artsbma.org or 205.254.2389. \n\n\n\n\n                  This event has passed\n              \n \n\nFree \n                    Unavailable\n          \n \n\nNot a member? Join today!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/collection-visit-birmingham-botanical-gardens-library-and-archives/
LOCATION:Birmingham Botanical Gardens
CATEGORIES:Fun,Support Group Event
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SUMMARY:Rosé in the Roses
DESCRIPTION:(Birmingham Botanical Gardens)\n  \nEnjoy rosé selected by Finch Fine Wines and celebrate the Gardens’ roses by joining us for this festive fundraiser hosted by the Friends’ Junior Board. Reservations required. Thank you for your support! \nThe Junior Board extends its sincere thanks to all who attend in support of our internships\, which allow college students to gain practical experiences toward a career in public horticulture. \nFor sponsorship information contact 205.414.3950 ext. 102 \n\nMembers: $35 | Nonmembers: $40\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!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/rose-in-the-roses/
LOCATION:Birmingham Botanical Gardens
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SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Native flowers in Alabama. (Sabrina Palmer / Bham Now)\n\nFriday\, April 12\, 2024 | 8:00 am – 5:30 pm\n\n\nSpring Plant Sale\nLOCATION FORMAL LAWN \nThe nonprofit Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens will host its annual Spring Plant Sale on Friday\, April 12–Saturday\, April 13\, in person at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Hundreds of plants—many of which have been nurtured at the Gardens by the Friends’ dedicated volunteer growing groups—will be available for purchase. Proceeds from the sale will support the Friends’ mission: to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. \nThe sale will be held in the Gardens’ Formal Lawn and Hill Garden. Members of the Friends will enjoy first dibs on plant offerings through our Member Early-Bird Shopping (1–5:30 p.m. on Thursday\, April 11). \nBring a portable cart or wagon • Payment by check and credit card only \n\nFree and open to the public\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!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/spring-plant-sale-3/
LOCATION:Birmingham Botanical Gardens
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens is excited to announce the return of our signature Native Plant Conference. Held every other year\, this in-person offering includes talks and tours designed to increase awareness of Alabama’s native plant species. Professionals and hobbyists alike will learn about conservation and garden design.  \n\n\n\nVIEW CONFERENCE SCHEDULE \n\n\n\nMembers: $185 | Nonmembers: $205 | Students: $150 \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
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