More than sauerkraut and sausages, German cooking encompasses delectable aromas, delicious flavors and Gemütlichkeit (warmth, coziness and cheer). Learn about the delights of classic German cuisine with Executive Chef Anne Maury Haapala as she demonstrates how home chefs can create regional favorites at home, like from-scratch spaetzle, beef rouladen and more. Demonstration is followed by […]

Miniatures, or miniature arrangements, bring their own set of challenges to floral design. Instructor David Pippin helps you understand how scale and proportion are affected by the surrounding space and container for the arrangement, and how to choose flowers appropriate for these tiny delights. Bring your own containers and spend some time in a whole […]

Please check back for additional opportunities from Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden for teachers to learn best practices for incorporating nature-based education into their curriculum. This event is canceled.

With many people concerned about the carbon footprint of commercially produced flowers or simply trying to save money, there is growing interest in cutting gardens. Lewis Ginter horticulturist Laurie McMinn discusses how to plan and design a cutting garden that is attractive, colorful, fragrant, and useful! This morning class is full.  An afternoon session has […]

With many people concerned about the carbon footprint of commercially produced flowers or simply trying to save money, there is growing interest in cutting gardens. Lewis Ginter horticulturist Laurie McMinn discusses how to plan and design a cutting garden that is attractive, colorful, fragrant, and useful!

Learn the best methods for classic soups and stews with Executive Chef Anne Maury Haapala as she demonstrates three different staples and options for easy variations depending on what you have at hand. Anne will also showcase some easy “soup sides” that can help transform your soup night into a special event. The hour and […]

Come learn some basic and fun information about butterflies and moths, including the significance of Monarch butterflies and how we can each make a difference. Afterwards, enjoy a guided walk around the Garden. We’ll end at the Conservatory with a visit to M&T Bank Butterflies LIVE!

Beautiful artwork is created with value—the degree of light and dark in a specific subject. Working in pencil, develop values and master seamless gradations from the lightest lights to the darkest darks without the usual graphite sheen. A simple exercise trains each student to draw incredible detail using practical rendering of textures and different colors […]