The Garden will be closed, February 17th for President's day. We'll resume hours Wednesday-Friday, 9am-4pm next week!

Adult Education and
Workshops

Upcoming Events

Explore the diverse range of Adult Classes offered at the Idaho Botanical Garden! There's something for everyone looking to connect with nature and nurture their well-being. Past classes have included hands-on experiences like planting container gardens, cider tasting, sound healing, painting and much more. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or simply seeking a new hobby, our classes provide a unique opportunity to learn in a beautiful, peaceful setting. Join us and discover the perfect class for you!
Join Anna Kreiger at IBG for a fun hands-on creative workshop. Anna has been an art educator for over a decade, learning and creating with adults and children alike. She believes in the potential of unplugging and connecting with nature, self, and others using art as a vehicle to free…
March 1st 10:00 am
Specialty coffee can be intimidating, especially for something designed to be consumed before you're totally awake. Many factors influence a cup of coffee's final profile, and it can be daunting to figure out which coffee to select and how to prepare coffee so it tastes great to you. The World…
March 15th 9:30 am
Join us for a hands-on class where you will gain confidence in the cuts you make to roses that will lead to an improved appearance, better plant health, and all-season blossoms! Learn the why and how-to of pruning and gain practical experience trimming up some of the roses in our…
March 29th 10:00 am
Join Casey O’Leary, a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, for a four-part series after hours in the Garden. A "forest bath" doesn't require a swimsuit, or even water! Instead, a forest bath is a mellow, sensory walk in nature... Dates: Thursdays, April 3rd, 10th, 17th, & 24th
April 3rd 5:30 pm
This introductory fly-tying workshop is meant for the absolute beginner wanting to learn the creative process! All gear and material will be provided as you create a fly to take home, and Instructor Erik Moncada has been teaching fly tying for over ten years. He is a current fly-fishing guide…
April 5th 10:00 am
Celebrate Earth Day at IBG and learn to crochet a bag with Chloe Kennedey. Everyone has too many of those disposable plastic bags laying around their house. During this class you will learn how to turn them into versatile plastic yarn and used to crochet a reusable bag! This evening…
April 22nd 6:00 pm
Up for a fun, family challenge? Bricks & Minifigs will lead an exciting engineering challenge for families! Make it a morning in the Garden and explore our spaces with your family afterwards to check out the fairy houses and gnome homes on display. Each child 3 years and up will…
May 3rd 10:00 am
Gather your friends for a fun evening outdoors in the Garden participating in a camp experience for adults. Activities include hands-on experiments, team building challenges, and laughs galore! One beverage (beer, wine, cider, or non-alcoholic options) and a personal charcuterie snack cup (Gluten-Free) per person from Grazing Gems is included!…
May 7th 5:30 pm
Join Emily Clark for a deeply restorative sound bath at the Garden. Immerse yourself in the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, ethereal vocals, chimes, and other healing instruments as you relax amidst the beauty of nature. This meditative experience will help calm the nervous system, release tension, and create…
May 12th 6:00 pm
Curious how to create a successful flowering container? Spend an evening at IBG and learn how to make a gorgeous arrangement and keep it thriving all season. We’ll provide containers, soil, fertilizer, and flowers for you to create your own beautiful arrangement for a sunny location. Note: This is an…
May 14th 6:00 pm
Interested in learning more about the history, processes, and tasting notes of cider? Then this is the experience for you! Meriwether Cider’s Molly Leadbetter, Idaho’s only Certified Pommelier, will share information about ciders and you’ll get to taste different varieties. This class will be outdoors, weather permitting. Note: This is…
May 19th 6:00 pm
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