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SUMMARY:Fall in the Kitchen Garden
DESCRIPTION:With grocery prices continuing to increase\, interest in kitchen gardens and self-sufficiency is also on the rise. 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! In this class\, Mark Ragland helps you maintain your kitchen garden through harvest time\, planting for fall cool weather crops and cleaning your garden out for winter. Tips on planning your garden for next year are included. \nFees: Member $32\, Non-Member $40 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/fall-in-the-kitchen-garden/
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SUMMARY:Meadow Creation for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to successfully convert part of your yard into a thriving\, manageable meadow. This course walks you step-by-step through the process: from evaluating your site and preparing the soil to selecting regionally appropriate plants and sourcing quality seed or plugs for your project. We’ll cover some practical design strategies for different landscape sizes\, recommended plant combinations that perform well together\, and common mistakes to avoid during installation and early maintenance. The program concludes with a guided walk through the newly expanded garden to observe real-life meadow examples and discuss what makes them successful. Students will take home a customized mix-and-match pack of six native perennial plants to begin their new landscape project. \nFees: Member $55\, Non-Member $69 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/meadow-creation-for-beginners/
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SUMMARY:Butterflies Bloom Backstage Pass Late August
DESCRIPTION:Step behind the scenes of the new Butterflies Bloom exhibit for an exclusive backstage tour. Join Butterfly Exhibit Manager\, Clara Aus\, for a look inside the exhibit to learn more about adult butterflies and then explore the back of house spaces to see how we care for butterflies at all life stages. Offered on select Sundays in 2026\, this action-packed tour is sure to give you a once-in-a-lifetime experience in our Conservatory’s new Subtropical House and Butterflies Bloom exhibit! \nFees: Member $22\, Non-Member $28 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/butterflies-bloom-backstage-pass-late-august/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T120000
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SUMMARY:Tea—A 5\,000 Year Tradition at the Queen's Library Tea Room
DESCRIPTION:One amazing plant in over 3\,000 varieties produces the second most consumed beverage on Earth: tea. Join tea expert Mark Ragland for an exploration of all things tea through an elegant formal tea experience at the Queen’s Library Tea Room. Steeped in history\, lore and tradition\, tea is again becoming America’s favorite beverage. Taste the difference as we explore how that single leaf\, depending on where it’s grown\, picked and processed\, provides an endless variety of sensory experiences. Learn how to make the perfect cup of tea and how to grow your own tea plant. Located in Jackson Ward\, the Queen’s Library Tea Room provides a sophisticated and intimate setting with botanically-inspired decor. Registration includes tea samples\, and full tea luncheon with 3-course tea tower featuring delectable savory and sweet selections and British tea room classics. \nClass will be held at the Queen’s Library Tea Room’s NEW LOCATION\nAddress: 9200 Stony Point Pkwy\, STE 128\, Richmond\, VA\, 23235\nParking is free and please use entrances by PF Changs or Brooks Brothers\, located across from J. Jill and For Love of Flour Bakery.  \nFees: Member $53\, Non-Member $66 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/tea-a-5000-year-tradition-at-the-queens-library-tea-room/
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SUMMARY:Don’t Be a Chicken of Chicken Wire: Creating Sustainable Designs
DESCRIPTION:Step beyond floral foam and into sustainable design mechanics with instructor Kate Hugo Vernon. In this immersive workshop\, participants will learn how to use chicken wire to create strong\, flexible stem support without compromising artistry. You’ll master techniques that allow delicate\, water-loving blooms — including dahlias\, zinnias\, and cosmos — to hydrate naturally while maintaining intentional placement and structure. The result: environmentally conscious arrangements with refined control and elevated design. \n\nFees: Member $77\, Non-Member $96 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/dont-be-a-chicken-of-chicken-wire-creating-sustainable-designs/
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SUMMARY:Living Succulent Candlestick Topiary
DESCRIPTION:Discover the beauty of living design in this Living Succulent Candlestick Topiary Workshop at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. In this hands-on experience\, participants will work with a hand-turned wooden candlestick\, thoughtfully crafted as the base for a sculptural topiary created from their choice of homegrown succulents. This course blends artistry with horticulture\, guiding students through the fundamentals of succulent care—including light\, watering\, soil\, and long-term maintenance—while introducing design principles that bring balance\, height\, and natural flow to a vertical arrangement. Participants will select and compose their own living topper\, creating a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects both personal style and the beauty of organic form. Perfect for beginners and plant lovers alike\, this workshop offers a meaningful way to learn\, create\, and take home a lasting piece of living art. \nFees: Member $96\, Non-Member $120 \nAll programs are subject to change. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/living-succulent-candlestick-topiary/
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SUMMARY:Our Little Feathered Friends - A Bird Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Everyone loves birds so why not learn how to photograph them? It can be easier if you have a 200mm or longer lens but there are also tricks of the trade that can bring birds to you\, even in your own back yard! \nOur first class will discuss bird photography and techniques used to capture great images of birds. Learning bird behavior\, where to find birds\, how to attract them\, and learning that patience is a huge part of bird photography will be discussed. We will practice some techniques in the Garden. In a follow up class there will be a critique where students are encouraged to share their best work and any discoveries they had made or difficulties they ran into. This is a fun learning experience in itself! \nFees: Member $182\, Non-Member $228 \nAll programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required. \nLewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden\, please contact registrar@lewisginter.org or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/our-little-feathered-friends-a-bird-photography-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Lewis Ginter Fall Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 18 & Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.  \nOne of Central Virginia’s most-anticipated plant sales. Dozens of vendors and knowledgeable Garden volunteers help you choose your best plants! \nThe Fall Plant Sale is held outside in Parking Lot B at the Garden (no admission fee or ticket necessary.) \n*Plant Sales are Fido-friendly — bring your leashed pups!\n*Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists will be on-site to answer your plant questions\n*If you are visiting the Garden\, you can visit the Lewis Ginter Seed Library for free seeds (included with your Garden admission)! \nGinter’s Greatest fall inventory list: TBA or Click here for a PDF: \n 
URL:https://www.lewisginter.org/event/fall-plant-sale/
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