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SUMMARY:Garden Fun with the Weekly Garden Check-in
DESCRIPTION:From the Farm Garden to the Conservatory\, viewers can experience all that nature has to offer with Garden fun.  Viewers of all ages can check-in with us each week as Garden staff introduces a seasonal topic or garden-related activity that will inspire you to get outside! These fun kids’ activities will make you want to come back\, week after week for more great ideas! \nJoin us for a weekly Garden Check-in and outdoor activities with Educator Kelsey Deans\, Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. on Facebook. \n \n 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/garden-fun/2020-12-22/
LOCATION:VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Family
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SUMMARY:Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights: Behind the Scenes Virtual Tour
DESCRIPTION:Networks of staff and volunteers merged their talents to implement the Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights. Go behind the scenes to learn how they created beautiful decorations and installed miles of lights to transform the Garden into stages for vignettes of lighted forms that bring wonder and sparkle to visitors’ eyes. View beautiful photos of GardenFest and learn secrets of favorite forms – the peacock\, dragon and wolves– as well as the new sea creatures in the aquarium. Learn how chicken wire\, baby caps\, twisters\, and light fluffing are essential as well as the volunteer Basement Buddies. Whether you have been – or plan to visit GardenFest – this tour is for you!  You’ll acquire a new perspective of GardenFest! \n \nThis is an online virtual tour via Zoom. 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/dominion-energy-gardenfest-of-lights-behind-the-scenes-virtual-tour/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Designing from the Winter Landscape
DESCRIPTION:David Pippin looks to the winter garden for a surprising selection of color\, line\, and texture with which to design\, highlighted with a thoughtful selection of floral materials. The class includes a list of garden plants suitable for winter arrangements. Design along with David or design later and share your pictures in a Google Classroom for comment. \nNOTE: The live class is conducted via Zoom; Google Classroom is for sharing and comments after the class.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/designing-winter-landscape/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Planning and Planting a Cutting Garden
DESCRIPTION: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. In this virtual class\, Lewis Ginter horticulturist Laurie McMinn discusses how to plan and plant a cutting garden that is attractive\, colorful\, fragrant\, and useful! \nAll programs subject to change. \n 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/planning-and-planting-a-cutting-garden/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Modern Casseroles with Chef Anne
DESCRIPTION:Many of our mother’s casseroles relied heavily on canned cream soups\, tinned vegetables and salty seasoning packets. Executive Chef Anne Maury Haapala shows you how to update the classics and make some new showstoppers. Join her virtually as she demonstrates how to create modern casseroles using fresh ingredients and delicious flavor combinations with some make-ahead friendly options. \nMiss the opportunity to taste the dishes demonstrated? Pre-purchase a small to-go vegetarian casserole for $9 each that you can reheat at home. Pickup at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Thursday\, January 28 from 2-4pm or Friday\, January 29 from 9-10am.  Note: Casserole pre-purchasing is closed\, but registration for the virtual class only is still open.   \nThis is an online class via Zoom.  Can’t attend the live class?  If you pre-register\, you will be sent a link to the class recording (available for a limited time only) which you can view when convenient.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/modern-casseroles-chef-anne/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Vegetable Gardening in Central Virginia: Soils for Vegetables
DESCRIPTION:Successful vegetables start with the soil! Find out how to build your soil for vegetable gardening in this virtual class. Learn the characteristics of best soil types for vegetables and how to analyze your own soils\, including amendment techniques\, drainage and more. Karin also touches on the difference between soils for in ground planting and raised bed planting. \nOnline class conducted via Zoom
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/soils-for-vegetables/
LOCATION:VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Vegetable Gardening in Central Virginia: Seed Selection and Starting
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for spring planting in your vegetable garden. Horticulturist Heather Veneziano discusses growing vegetables in our area\, with an emphasis on heirloom varieties that grow well in the Richmond area. Learn how to calculate planting and harvest times and review seed starting techniques. Seed sources are included. Heather also touches on soil amendments\, plant maintenance and pest control. \nOnline class conducted via Zoom
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/seed-selection-starting/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210213T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20201215T162304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T162345Z
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SUMMARY:Designing with Tropicals
DESCRIPTION:David Pippin shows you how to liven up the short\, cold days of winter by going “wild and crazy” with branches and foliage from the winter garden and some bright tropicals to add a welcome dash of warmth.  Design along with David or design later and share your pictures in a Google Classroom for comment. \nNOTE: The live class is conducted via Zoom; Google Classroom is for sharing and comments after the class.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/designing-with-tropicals/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210220T110000
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SUMMARY:Gardening in Central Virginia: Soils 101
DESCRIPTION:Everything starts with the soil! Find out how to build your soil for spring gardening. Learn the characteristics of basic soil types\, and how to analyze your own soils\, including amendment techniques\, drainage\, and more. Instructor: Karin Stretchko\, Agriculture Specialist\, J. Sargent Reynolds Community College. \nOnline class conducted via Zoom
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/gardening-in-central-virginia-soils-101/
LOCATION:VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210221T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20201215T180253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T181147Z
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SUMMARY:Vegetable Gardening in Central Virginia: Container Vegetable Gardens
DESCRIPTION:No space for a traditional vegetable garden? Is your only open space a balcony\, deck\, or patio? Horticulturist Heather Veneziano shows you how to plan an abundant spring container vegetable gardens\, including best plant selections\, techniques for growing up\, not out\, and more. \nOnline class conducted via Zoom
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/container-vegetable-gardens/
LOCATION:VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T205644Z
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SUMMARY:Knife Skills 101 with Chef Anne
DESCRIPTION:Join Executive Chef Anne Maury Haapala as she teaches you culinary school knife skills; including how to mince\, mince to a paste\, dice\, chiffonade\, matchstick\, and julienne. She’ll demonstrate techniques to help you through standard recipes (and when and why it matters!)\, what knife to buy and why\, and how to keep your knives sharp. \nThis is an online class via Zoom.  Can’t attend the live class?  If you pre-register\, you will be sent a link to the class recording (available for a limited time only) which you can view when convenient.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/knife-skills-101-with-chef-anne/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T141500
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210124T222815Z
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SUMMARY:The Conservatory: Beyond Its Timeless Beauty
DESCRIPTION:Conservatories fulfill many roles: enable exotic plants to be grown\, showcase treasures of the plant world and provide a peaceful reflective setting. See beautiful images of exotic plants\, from the rainforests to the deserts. Hear how the physical environment is designed and controlled. Discover how plants are obtained and curated to develop a significant botanical collection of ever-changing displays. Learn the critical role the Conservatory plays as an environmental steward. Be inspired to visit and even grow your own exotic plants – many are available\, slow growing and suitable for small spaces. \nThis is an online virtual tour via Zoom. 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/the-conservatory-beyond-its-timeless-beauty/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20201215T192910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T153634Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening in Central Virginia: Boxwood 101
DESCRIPTION:Can’t see out your windows or use your sidewalk because your boxwood have taken over? Learn best management care for your boxwood from planting\, pruning\, rejuvenating older plants\, to scouting for pests and current information on Box Blight. Instructor Laurie McMinn has worked with boxwood for more than 18 years and discusses varieties to be found in the Garden’s collections. \nThis is an online class conducted via Zoom.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/boxwood-101/
LOCATION:VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210305T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20210205T225151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T201110Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Native Series Keynote: Nature’s Best Hope - Doug Tallamy
DESCRIPTION:Learn about why and how to use native Virginia plants in your landscape \nIf you’ve heard that using native plants in your yard helps improve the environment for everyone\, but are not sure why or how to do that\, this series of webinars brings you up to speed on ways to turn your home garden into a native-friendly\, sustainable and resilient habitat for birds and other wildlife. Start with the big picture\, presented by Dr. Douglas Tallamy\, the scientist who has made the case for enhancing the environment with natives\, then follow up with a series of webinars that delves deeper into the “how”. \nThis virtual series is presented via Zoom. \n$10 covers the entire series. Attend each program or pick and choose your topics. Another series will be offered this fall to help you continue your efforts and prepare for the winter. \nThe Plant Virginia Natives Landscaping with Natives webinar series is coordinated and funded\, in part\, by the Virginia Coastal Zone Management Program through grants from the NOAA Office for Coastal Management to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. \nThe webinar is also being sponsored and hosted by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and Blue Ridge PRISM.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/grow-native-keynote-natures-best-hope/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210306T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20191202T061938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T183925Z
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SUMMARY:Vegetable Gardening in Central Virginia: Planning and Designing a Kitchen Garden
DESCRIPTION:Kitchen gardens are made for intensive cultivation\, so they are usually smaller than traditional vegetable plots\, can easily be fenced to deter deer and other critters\, and they can look lovely! Mark Ragland helps you realize your kitchen garden in time for you to get your hands dirty and creative juices flowing for the spring thaw. Mark covers planning\, preparation\, and plant selection\, in this virtual class. \nThis is an online class conducted via Zoom.  
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/planning-designing-kitchen-garden/
LOCATION:VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20201215T200619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T221033Z
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SUMMARY:Eggscellent Eggs with Chef Anne
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to get cracking with Executive Chef Anne Maury Haapala as she shows you how to master the versatile egg. Learn tips and tricks of the trade for making the best boiled\, poached\, fried\, coddled\, and scrambled eggs. In addition\, Anne will cover some delicious freezer-friendly egg-centric breakfast dishes. \nThis is an online class via Zoom.  Can’t attend the live class?  If you pre-register\, you will be sent a link to the class recording (available for a limited time only) which you can view when convenient. \nThis class has been cancelled. 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/eggscellent-eggs-with-chef-anne/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210309T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20210209T151547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T200956Z
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SUMMARY:Grow Native Series: How\, Which\, Where and Why to Add Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Learn about why and how to use native Virginia plants in your landscape \nIf you’ve heard that using native plants in your yard helps improve the environment for everyone\, but are not sure why or how to do that\, this series of webinars brings you up to speed on ways to turn your home garden into a native-friendly\, sustainable and resilient habitat for birds and other wildlife. Start with the big picture\, presented by Dr. Douglas Tallamy\, the scientist who has made the case for enhancing the environment with natives\, then follow up with a series of webinars that delves deeper into the “how”. \nThis virtual series is presented via Zoom. \n$10 covers the entire series. Attend each program or pick and choose your topics. Another series will be offered this fall to help you continue your efforts and prepare for the winter. \nThe Plant Virginia Natives Landscaping with Natives webinar series is coordinated and funded\, in part\, by the Virginia Coastal Zone Management Program through grants from the NOAA Office for Coastal Management to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. \nThe webinar is also being sponsored and hosted by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and Blue Ridge PRISM.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/grow-native-series-native-plants-janet-davis/
LOCATION:VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T141500
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20210115T194832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210124T223346Z
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SUMMARY:The Conservatory: Beyond Its Timeless Beauty
DESCRIPTION:Conservatories fulfill many roles: enable exotic plants to be grown\, showcase treasures of the plant world and provide a peaceful reflective setting. See beautiful images of exotic plants\, from the rainforests to the deserts. Hear how the physical environment is designed and controlled. Discover how plants are obtained and curated to develop a significant botanical collection of ever-changing displays. Learn the critical role the Conservatory plays as an environmental steward. Be inspired to visit and even grow your own exotic plants – many are available\, slow growing and suitable for small spaces. \nThis is an online virtual tour via Zoom. 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/the-conservatory-beyond-its-timeless-beauty-2/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20201215T201540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T201540Z
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SUMMARY:Erin Go Braugh! A St. Patrick's Day Design
DESCRIPTION:Create a St. Patrick’s Day design that evokes the colors of the Irish flag in greens\, whites\, and oranges and also celebrates the coming of spring. David Pippin shows you how to incorporate sticks\, moss\, stones and maybe even potatoes into a perky seasonal design. Design along with David or design later and share your pictures in a Google Classroom for comment. \nNOTE: The live class is conducted via Zoom; Google Classroom is for sharing and comments after the class.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/erin-go-braugh-st-patricks-day-design/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211101
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
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SUMMARY:RESTORE
DESCRIPTION:March 22 – October 31\, 2021\nVisit Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to experience 50 acres of cultivated gardens\, woodland paths and wild spaces along with the interconnectedness of people\, plants and water. Restore yourself through the healing power of nature. \nThroughout the seasons look for educational displays highlighting native plants and insects\, water\, ephemeral art\, and much more. Enjoy the sweet sounds of nature. Feel the gentle breezes take flight through the trees. Breathe deeply in the fresh forest air. Smell newly opened blooms and earthy ferns. Come away feeling restored\, and somehow healed with a deep understanding of the vital connection between ourselves and the natural world.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/restore/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T183000
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CREATED:20201218T200706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T200831Z
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SUMMARY:Vegetable Gardening in Central Virginia: Foodscaping with Brie Arthur
DESCRIPTION:Best-selling author and lifelong home gardener Brie Arthur has fine-tuned her signature gardening technique of Foodscaping. This sustainable practice of landscape design embraces beauty and bounty. Combining expert advice from both of her books\, Brie aims to inspire attendees to think creatively about planting your favorite edibles alongside trees\, shrubs\, and flowers to maximize the space you grow in. Learn how to pair edibles for year-round harvests throughout your existing landscape. Easy planting strategies are explained\, including creative ideas for deterring animals. This fast paced\, informative live presentation includes time to ask Brie questions. \nOnline class conducted via Zoom
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/foodscaping-with-brie-arthur/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20210209T165531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210305T200956Z
UID:10009442-1616524200-1616529600@www.lewisginter.org
SUMMARY:Grow Native Series: Landscaping with Layers
DESCRIPTION:Learn about why and how to use native Virginia plants in your landscape \nIf you’ve heard that using native plants in your yard helps improve the environment for everyone\, but are not sure why or how to do that\, this series of webinars brings you up to speed on ways to turn your home garden into a native-friendly\, sustainable and resilient habitat for birds and other wildlife. Start with the big picture\, presented by Dr. Douglas Tallamy\, the scientist who has made the case for enhancing the environment with natives\, then follow up with a series of webinars that delves deeper into the “how”. \nThis virtual series is presented via Zoom. \n$10 covers the entire series. Attend each program or pick and choose your topics. Another series will be offered this fall to help you continue your efforts and prepare for the winter. \nThe Plant Virginia Natives Landscaping with Natives webinar series is coordinated and funded\, in part\, by the Virginia Coastal Zone Management Program through grants from the NOAA Office for Coastal Management to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. \nThe webinar is also being sponsored and hosted by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and Blue Ridge PRISM.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/grow-native-series-landscaping-with-layers/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20201215T204454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T155343Z
UID:10009434-1616835600-1616841000@www.lewisginter.org
SUMMARY:Vegetable Gardening in Central Virginia: Plants for Pollinators: Spring
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to support honey bees and other important pollinators in your own yard through companion planting and pesticide-free practices. Elise Benhase looks at plants providing support to pollinators from spring to summer. \nThis is an online class conducted via Zoom.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/vegetable-gardening-in-central-virginia-plants-for-pollinators-spring/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210405
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20150309T221602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T164041Z
UID:10008035-1617408000-1617580799@www.lewisginter.org
SUMMARY:Peek-a-Bloom with Peter Rabbit
DESCRIPTION:April 3 – 4\, 2021 \nPeter Rabbit greets visitors and poses for socially-distanced photos both Saturday and Sunday in the Grace Arents Garden at the Rose Arbor. If there is light rain\, look for the photos to move to the porch area of Bloemendaal House.  Also\, enjoy A Million Blooms! including daffodils\, tulips and Virginia bluebells\, among others. Also\, look for special installations from RESTORE: The Healing Power of Nature. \n 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/peter-rabbit/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20210209T193315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T200550Z
UID:10009443-1617733800-1617739200@www.lewisginter.org
SUMMARY:Grow Native Series: Plight of the Pollinator: How to Support Pollinating Insects
DESCRIPTION:Learn about why and how to use native Virginia plants in your landscape \nIf you’ve heard that using native plants in your yard helps improve the environment for everyone\, but are not sure why or how to do that\, this series of webinars brings you up to speed on ways to turn your home garden into a native-friendly\, sustainable and resilient habitat for birds and other wildlife. Start with the big picture\, presented by Dr. Douglas Tallamy\, the scientist who has made the case for enhancing the environment with natives\, then follow up with a series of webinars that delves deeper into the “how”. \nThis virtual series is presented via Zoom. \n$10 covers the entire series. Attend each program or pick and choose your topics. Another series will be offered this fall to help you continue your efforts and prepare for the winter. \nThe Plant Virginia Natives Landscaping with Natives webinar series is coordinated and funded\, in part\, by the Virginia Coastal Zone Management Program through grants from the NOAA Office for Coastal Management to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. \nThe webinar is also being sponsored and hosted by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and Blue Ridge PRISM.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/grow-native-series-plight-of-the-pollinator-how-to-support-pollinating-insects/
LOCATION:VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210408T141500
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20210311T201824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T175246Z
UID:10008835-1617888600-1617891300@www.lewisginter.org
SUMMARY:Springtime in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:In early March\, spring creeps in. Fruit trees and witch hazels bloom on bare limbs and early bulbs emerge among the leaves. By April\, daffodils\, tulips and bluebells color the ground while viburnum and redbuds paint the canopy above. The blazing colors of rhododendrons and azaleas fill the space between. With the warming May weather\, peonies\, iris and roses emerge. Learn what makes “A Million Blooms” possible in our formally designed Central Garden beds and in our naturalized areas filled with perennials. \nThis is an online virtual tour via Zoom. 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/springtime-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20210329T164646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T164757Z
UID:10009452-1618653600-1618659000@www.lewisginter.org
SUMMARY:Growing and Using Culinary Herbs
DESCRIPTION:Fresh herbs add flavor to your favorite dishes and beauty to your garden\, patio or deck. Avoid extra expense at the grocery store by growing your own often used culinary herbs. In this virtual class\, join foodie\, world traveler and herbal expert Mark Ragland and learn how to successfully grow herbs in your garden. Then explore exciting and delicious ways to use them in your kitchen. \nOnline class conducted via Zoom
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/growing-using-culinary-herbs/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200739
CREATED:20210209T194756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T200803Z
UID:10009444-1618943400-1618948800@www.lewisginter.org
SUMMARY:Grow Native Series: Common Invasive Plants in Virginia: Identification\, Control and Native Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:Learn about why and how to use native Virginia plants in your landscape \nIf you’ve heard that using native plants in your yard helps improve the environment for everyone\, but are not sure why or how to do that\, this series of webinars brings you up to speed on ways to turn your home garden into a native-friendly\, sustainable and resilient habitat for birds and other wildlife. Start with the big picture\, presented by Dr. Douglas Tallamy\, the scientist who has made the case for enhancing the environment with natives\, then follow up with a series of webinars that delves deeper into the “how”. \nThis virtual series is presented via Zoom. \n$10 covers the entire series. Attend each program or pick and choose your topics. Another series will be offered this fall to help you continue your efforts and prepare for the winter. \nThe Plant Virginia Natives Landscaping with Natives webinar series is coordinated and funded\, in part\, by the Virginia Coastal Zone Management Program through grants from the NOAA Office for Coastal Management to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. \nThe webinar is also being sponsored and hosted by Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden and Blue Ridge PRISM.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/grow-native-series-common-invasive-plants-in-virginia/
LOCATION:VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T141500
DTSTAMP:20260405T200740
CREATED:20210311T214644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T175445Z
UID:10008839-1619011800-1619014500@www.lewisginter.org
SUMMARY:Native Moths and Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Join Garden Guides Lorrie Lincoln\, Barb Sawyer and Buz Sawyer on a virtual tour as they explore the fascinating world of butterflies and moths! This virtual experience will inspire participants to create a personal connection with nature and discover what you can do to make a difference! \nThis is an online virtual tour via Zoom. 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/native-moths-and-butterflies-virtual-tour/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T200740
CREATED:20210329T194500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T132851Z
UID:10009453-1619254800-1619258400@www.lewisginter.org
SUMMARY:Big Bang\, Small Bucks
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use small amounts of high-impact “big bang” materials for impressive effects. David Pippin demonstrates several arrangements. A list of suggested materials is sent beforehand. \nNOTE: The live class is conducted via Zoom.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/big-bang-small-bucks/
LOCATION:1800 Lakeside Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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