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SUMMARY:Floral Design Demonstration with Kathy Powell
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 11 · 10:30am – 12:00pm\nFrancis Newman Alden Learning Center in the Ellen T. Leslie Building\n$50  | $40 per WBG Members \nKathy Powell will discuss her flower show experiences around the world while creating eight different designs. This demonstration will explore arrangements using both fresh and dried plant material as well as unconventional materials in order to widen your scope of expression in floral design. Each of these floral creations will be influenced by Freeform Sogestu Ikebana\, and the tenants of traditional Sogetsu will also be explained and demonstrated. \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nAbout the instructor: \nKathleen Powell\, a member of the Peachtree Garden Club\, is famous for her original designs and wonderful sense of line and color\, and her cutting-edge mechanics mystify and fascinate novice and expert floral designers alike. Mrs. Powell is an award-winning designer known both inside and outside of the US\, and she constantly challenges herself to learn more\, studying floral design around the world. She was chosen to create an Honorary Exhibit at the World Association of Flower Arrangers in Barbados in 2017 and exhibited in India in 2020. She has exhibited in the Philadelphia flower show for 24 years in a row. Her generosity as a teacher and mentor are widely praised\, and her remarkable talent and creativity shine through her unique designs\, inspiring all. She is a horticulture judge as well as a floral design judge. \nThe Waterfront Botanical Garden and the Glenview Garden Club are thrilled to welcome Kathy for a floral design demonstration and workshop\, and to talk about her experiences exhibiting around the world.
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/floral-design-demonstration-with-kathy-powell/
LOCATION:Francis Newman Alden Learning Center\, 1435 Frankfort Ave.\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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SUMMARY:Morning Yoga with Yoga East
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7 · 8:00 to 9:00am\nOutdoors at the Waterwall Plaza\n$20  | $16 per WBG Members \nBuild strength and mindfulness outdoors in our flower filled plaza near our water wall.\nThis class is geared toward all levels. BYOM – bring your own mat (and water!) \n\nREGISTER HERE \n\nIn partnership with Yoga East and their instructors.
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/morning-yoga/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240905T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240905T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
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SUMMARY:Gardens Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 5 · 5:30 to 6:30pm\nMeeting location: WBG Plaza\n$20  | $15 per WBG Members \nAs summer unfolds across the gardens\, enjoy a guided walk and talk educational tour with a staff horticulturist. Learn more about the performance\, strengths and weaknesses\, growing tips and design of the plants at the Garden. \nDress for the weather as this program will always be conducted outdoors.\nInstructor: Andrew Hagerty\, WBG Director of Horticulture \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-walk-talk-7/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
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SUMMARY:Tyler Lance Walker Gill & The Wolfmen
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 4\nGates open at 6:00pm\nConcert at 6:45pm \nJoin us for a live performance in the Gardens\, featuring the musical stylings of Tyler Lance Walker Gill & The Wolfmen and with special guest Oscar Parsons.\n \n  \nGET TICKETS HERE!  \n\nPremium Seating · Non-Member $50 | WBG Member $40\nIncludes WBG-provided chair placed closest to the band at a shared table. \nGeneral Admission · Non-Member $30 | WBG Member $24\nBring your own chair or blanket with open placement behind premium seating. \nCharcuterie from Cultured Cheese · $12\nCharcuterie boxes include an assortment of cheese\, meat\, fruit\, nuts\, and pickled veggies \nCash Bar (prices vary)\nA selection of wine\, beer\, spirits\, and non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase. Cash and credit cards accepted. \n\nNO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK ALLOWED.\nMusic in the Gardens is rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, this concert will be held indoors.\nGuests will receive a reminder email with any additional information 2 days before the event.  \nTo accommodate any dietary restrictions\, you must email events@waterfrontgardens.org at least 7 days prior to the event. \nRefund Policy: Registration and ticket fees are non-refundable except in the case of a program/event cancellation. In select cases tickets may be transferred to another program/event or attendee. Please email info@waterfrontgardens.org or call 502-276-5404 for more information.
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/tlwg/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240904T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
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SUMMARY:Gardens Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 4 • 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.\nFrancis Newman Alden Learning Center at the Ellen T. Leslie Building \nChildren ages 3-5 and their grown-up caregivers are invited to join us for two colorful stories and a nature-inspired activity to help young friends build early reading\, social-interactive and creative skills. \nThis program is FREE for kids and caregivers\, but registration is required. \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \n 
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-storytime-15/
LOCATION:Francis Newman Alden Learning Center\, 1435 Frankfort Ave.\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206
CATEGORIES:Youth Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240829T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240829T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
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SUMMARY:Orchid Series: Phalaenopsis Culture and Care
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 29 · 5:30 to 7:00pm\nFrancis Newman Alden Learning Center in the Ellen T. Leslie Building\n$30  | $25 per WBG Members \nHave you received an elegant Phalaenopsis as a recent gift? Perhaps it has been blooming for weeks\, but it will eventually drop those blooms.\nLearn what you need to do to coax it to bloom again and again over the years.\nWe will discuss why the lovely “moth orchid” is the perfect beginner plant\, as we learn its WANTS (water\, air\, nutrition\, temperature\, sunlight)\, and will include a demonstration on repotting your plant. \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nInstructor: Jan Smith\, The Kentucky Orchid Society.
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/orchid-series-phalaenopsis-culture-and-care/
LOCATION:Francis Newman Alden Learning Center\, 1435 Frankfort Ave.\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240825T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240825T160000
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SUMMARY:Shimpaku Juniper - Beginner to Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 25 · 1:00 to 4:00pm\nLeslie Botanical Classrooms\n$100 \nShimpaku Juniper is a popular species of juniper that is native to Japan and is prized for its fine\, textured foliage and attractive bark. It is versatile and can be formed into a variety of bonsai styles including informal upright\, cascade and windswept. This is an outdoor tree and is winter hardy material. The material is approximately six years old and has been grown specifically as pre-bonsai. Any bonsai enthusiast would be happy to have this material as a shohin bonsai tree. \nWorkshops require participants to bring their own tools and/or turntable if possible\, the club will have some extra tools available as needed as well as wire. \nREGISTER HERE THROUGH GLBS
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/shimpaku/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Tree! Beginner to Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 24 · 1:00 to 4:00pm\nLeslie Botanical Classrooms\n$80  \nIn this workshop participants will gain a great amount of knowledge about the care and maintenance on a variety of trees. From beginner to advance this session will benefit all at every stage of your bonsai adventure. Please don’t be shy about any tree you may bring. \nIf needed you can bring up to 3 trees and you and Phil can decide which one you prefer to work with.\nThe session will only be intended for working on one tree. \nThis will primarily be a styling workshop with no intention of doing any repotting.\nWorkshops require participants to bring their own tools and/or turntable if possible\, the club will have some extra tools available as needed as well as wire \nREGISTER HERE THROUGH GLBS
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/bonsai-bring-your-own-tree/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240824T120000
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SUMMARY:Bonsai Demonstration (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 24 · 10am to 12pm\nEllen T. Leslie Botanical Classrooms \nIn these demonstrations Phil Malhiot will take rough stock material (TBD) and demonstrate his vision for how to take that material and transform it into something that will be recognizable as a potential future bonsai. This demonstration will include trimming\, wiring\, and shaping of the material and may include the creation of deadwood and/or carving depending on the final material selected.  While engaged in the demonstration Phil will discuss general care and maintenance and take questions from the audience.  It will be a real-time experience of seeing some first steps taken to create a new bonsai tree! \n  \nREGISTER HERE THROUGH GLBS
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/bonsai-demonstration-saturday/
LOCATION:Ellen T. Leslie Botanical Classroom\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240516T152537Z
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SUMMARY:Bonsai Workshop - Tropical Willow Leaf Ficus
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 23 · 1:00 to 4:00pm\nLeslie Botanical Classrooms\n$100  \nWillow Leaf Ficus (Ficus narifolia)\, is a species of fig that is native to Asia. It is a tropical plant that is cultivated as an ornamental for its foliage. It can be grown indoors\, is somewhat drought tolerant\, and is sought after for use as bonsai material. In this workshop Phil will direct participants as a group and individually to do an initial styling.  We will not be doing any repotting during this workshop. We will give information and advice on doing that on your own after the worshop. \nWorkshops require participants to bring their own tools and/or turntable if possible\, the club will have some extra tools available as needed as well as wire \nREGISTER HERE THROUGH GLBS
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/bonsai-workshop-tropical-willow-leaf-ficus/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240515T203303Z
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SUMMARY:Bonsai Demonstration (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 23 · 10am to 12pm\nEllen T. Leslie Botanical Classrooms \nIn these demonstrations Phil Malhiot will take rough stock material (TBD) and demonstrate his vision for how to take that material and transform it into something that will be recognizable as a potential future bonsai. This demonstration will include trimming\, wiring\, and shaping of the material and may include the creation of deadwood and/or carving depending on the final material selected.  While engaged in the demonstration Phil will discuss general care and maintenance and take questions from the audience.  It will be a real-time experience of seeing some first steps taken to create a new bonsai tree! \n  \nREGISTER HERE THROUGH GLBS
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/bonsai-demonstration-friday/
LOCATION:Ellen T. Leslie Botanical Classroom\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240822T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240822T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
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SUMMARY:Gardens Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 22 · 5:30 to 6:30pm\nMeeting location: WBG Plaza\n$20  | $15 per WBG Members \nAs summer unfolds across the gardens\, enjoy a guided walk and talk educational tour with a staff horticulturist. Learn more about the performance\, strengths and weaknesses\, growing tips and design of the plants at the Garden. \nDress for the weather as this program will always be conducted outdoors.\nInstructor: Andrew Hagerty\, WBG Director of Horticulture \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-walk-talk-6/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240821T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240806T182825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T182916Z
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SUMMARY:Gardens Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, August 21 • 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.\nFrancis Newman Alden Learning Center at the Ellen T. Leslie Building \nChildren ages 3-5 and their grown-up caregivers are invited to join us for two colorful stories and a nature-inspired activity to help young friends build early reading\, social-interactive and creative skills. \nThis program is FREE for kids and caregivers\, but registration is required. \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \n 
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-storytime-14/
LOCATION:Francis Newman Alden Learning Center\, 1435 Frankfort Ave.\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206
CATEGORIES:Youth Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240731T184818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T184818Z
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SUMMARY:Floral Still Life with Pastels
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, August 12 · 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nFrancis Newman Alden Learning Center in the Leslie Building\n$56 | $45 WBG members \nAll levels of pastel artists-from beginners to experienced-are welcome to this three hour pastel workshop with Rhonda\, where you will produce a piece from start to finish from a provided floral still life. \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nInstructor: Rhonda Goodall\, principal and owner of Goodall Gallery.
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/floral-still-life-with-pastels/
LOCATION:Francis Newman Alden Learning Center\, 1435 Frankfort Ave.\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240807T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240522T182340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T231504Z
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SUMMARY:Floral Still-Life in Watercolor
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, August 7 · 6:30 to 8:30pm\nEllen T. Leslie Botanical Classrooms\n$65  | $52 per WBG Members \nJoin Halóy for a beginner-friendly watercolor workshop. This class focuses on flowers beloved by our pollinators. Using fresh-cut flowers as a guide for their sketches\, students will draw and paint them using professional watercolors and gouache. \nThis class provides an overview of sketching\, underpainting\, color theory\, and basic watercolor techniques. You will leave with a frameable 8″x10” botanical illustration. All materials are provided. Open to all skill levels. \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nInstructor: Halóy Campbell \n  \n 
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/floral-still-life-in-watercolor/
LOCATION:Ellen T. Leslie Botanical Classroom\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240807T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240711T172922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T175854Z
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SUMMARY:Carly Johnson Jazz Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, August 7\nGates open at 6:00pm\nConcert at 6:45pm \nThank you for joining us in the Gardens for our kickoff concert with the Carly Johnson Jazz Quartet! \n\nPremium Seating · Non-Member $50 | WBG Member $40\nIncludes WBG-provided chair placed closest to the band at a shared table. \nGeneral Admission · Non-Member $30 | WBG Member $24\nBring your own chair or blanket with open placement behind premium seating. \nCharcuterie from Cultured Cheese · $12\nCharcuterie boxes include an assortment of cheese\, meat\, fruit\, nuts\, and pickled veggies \nCash Bar (prices vary)\nA selection of wine\, beer\, spirits\, and non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase. Cash and credit cards accepted. \n\nNO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK ALLOWED.\nMusic in the Gardens is rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, this concert will be held indoors.\nGuests will receive a reminder email with any additional information 2 days before the event.  \nTo accommodate any dietary restrictions\, you must email events@waterfrontgardens.org at least 7 days prior to the event. \nRefund Policy: Registration and ticket fees are non-refundable except in the case of a program/event cancellation. In select cases tickets may be transferred to another program/event or attendee. Please email info@waterfrontgardens.org or call 502-276-5404 for more information.
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/carlyjohnson/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240807T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240730T204704Z
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SUMMARY:Gardens Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, August 7 • 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.\nFrancis Newman Alden Learning Center at the Ellen T. Leslie Building \nChildren ages 3-5 and their grown-up caregivers are invited to join us for two colorful stories and a nature-inspired activity to help young friends build early reading\, social-interactive and creative skills. \nThis program is FREE for kids and caregivers\, but registration is required. \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \n 
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-storytime-13/
LOCATION:Francis Newman Alden Learning Center\, 1435 Frankfort Ave.\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206
CATEGORIES:Youth Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240727T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240522T181326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T182945Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Repotting Orchids
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 27 · 10:00 to 11:30am\nEllen T. Leslie Botanical Classrooms\n$55  | $45 per WBG Members \nOur popular orchid class is back! This introductory workshop presents basic lifeforms and biology of orchid plants\, including flower anatomy\, growth habit\, and understanding the taxonomy of orchids that have been bred by humans. Potting mix\, pots\, mounting\, and a hands-on repotting demonstration will be covered. Each registrant may bring up to two personal orchids from home to re-pot during this workshop. Our instructor will personally inspect your plant and give you tips and tricks to help it flourish! \n  \nSOLD OUT \n  \nInstructor: Jan Smith\, Kentucky Orchid Society
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/repotting-orchids-7/
LOCATION:Ellen T. Leslie Botanical Classroom\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240725T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240725T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240502T140603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T194359Z
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SUMMARY:Gardens Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 25 · 5:30 to 6:30pm\nMeeting location: WBG Plaza\n$20  | $15 per WBG Members \nAs summer unfolds across the gardens\, enjoy a guided walk and talk educational tour with a staff horticulturist. Learn more about the performance\, strengths and weaknesses\, growing tips and design of the plants at the Garden. \nDress for the weather as this program will always be conducted outdoors.\nInstructor: Andrew Hagerty\, WBG Director of Horticulture \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-walk-talk-4/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240507T205823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T190003Z
UID:7494-1721469600-1721487600@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Weave a Rush Stool Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 20 · 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. \nLeslie Botanical Classrooms\n$90 | $75 WBG members\nSupply Fee: $50 payable to instructor / bring your lunch \nBenefiting from small class-size and individual teaching\, you will learn how to install a rush seat in a handcrafted red oak stool\, about 12 inches square and 12 inches high. You will learn the differences between natural and artificial rush\, cane\, splint\, and other weaving materials. During the five hour class\, you will start and finish the stool\, appreciate the techniques involved in this historic craft\, have fun\, and look at the finished stool with accomplishment. With the information gained in this introductory class\, and the resources provided\, you would be better equipped if you want to rush a chair in the future. \n\nSOLD OUT \n  \nNote: This class fills quickly. \nInstructor: Art Hoffman\, Rush Specialist
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/weave-a-rush-stool-workshop/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240627T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240627T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240502T140145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T140252Z
UID:7470-1719509400-1719513000@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:Gardens Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 27 · 5:30 to 6:30pm\nMeeting location: WBG Plaza\n$20  | $15 per WBG Members \nAs summer unfolds across the gardens\, enjoy a guided walk and talk educational tour with a staff horticulturist. Learn more about the performance\, strengths and weaknesses\, growing tips and design of the plants at the Garden. \nDress for the weather as this program will always be conducted outdoors.\nInstructor: Andrew Hagerty\, WBG Director of Horticulture \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-walk-talk-2/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240626T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240626T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240507T202952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T202033Z
UID:7492-1719423000-1719430200@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:Trash to Treasure Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 26\, 2024 · 5:30 – 7:30pm\nLeslie Botanical Classrooms\n$30 | $25 WBG members \nUsing acrylic paint\, students will paint on recycled plastic almond milk jugs to transform them into beautiful\, one of a kind vases to hold many future flower arrangements. Artistic freedom is encouraged so expect to explore your style during this unique program. \n  \nREGISTER HERE  \nInstructor: Rhonda Goodall\, Artist
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/trash-to-treasure-workshop/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240517T155937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T131935Z
UID:7535-1718731800-1718737200@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:iPhone Flower Photography and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 18 · 5:30 to 7:00pm\nEllen T. Leslie Botanical Classrooms\n$90  | $75 per WBG Members \nHave you ever wanted to capture amazing images of flowers using just your phone?  \nMike will show you tips and techniques to create stunning images of flowers and other subjects that are worthy of professional print quality using just your iPhone. \nYou will learn:  \n\nHow to set up your iPhone for Flowers and Close up Photography\nMacro Flower Photography (Filling the frame with tack sharp images).\nDifferent photo apps for your iPhone to create artistic images.\nHow to use Layers in Photoshop to create and blend multiple images.\nClose-ups (macro) and landscapes and more using your iPhone.\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nInstructor: Mike Matthews\, Nature Photographer
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/7535/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240615T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240615T140000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240517T151156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T151156Z
UID:7529-1718456400-1718460000@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:Orchid Beginnings and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 15 · 1:00 to 2:00pm\nEllen T. Leslie Botanical Classrooms\n$30  | $25 per WBG Members \nJoin Jan Smith as she guides you through choosing orchids that will thrive in your area. Using orchid W.A.N.T.S principles  (water\, air\, nutrition\,temperature) will help you choose plants that can increase your success in growing orchids at home. \nLearn these general principles and how your choice of media\, pots\, humidification\, etc.\, affect how often you water and which plants you choose to grow. \n  \nREGISTER HERE  \n  \nInstructor: Jan Smith\, Kentucky Orchid Society
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/orchid-beginnings-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240613T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240613T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240502T135854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T171337Z
UID:7467-1718299800-1718303400@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:Gardens Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 13 · 5:30 to 6:30pm\nMeeting location: WBG Plaza\n$20  | $15 per WBG Members \nAs summer unfolds across the gardens\, enjoy a guided walk and talk educational tour with a staff horticulturist. Learn more about the performance\, strengths and weaknesses\, growing tips and design of the plants at the Garden. \nDress for the weather as this program will always be conducted outdoors.\nInstructor: Andrew Hagerty\, WBG Director of Horticulture \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-walk-talk-copy/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240517T153432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T141311Z
UID:7531-1718128800-1718136000@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:Wildflowers in Watercolor (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 11 · 6:00 to 8:00pm\nEllen T. Leslie Botanical Classrooms\n$54  | $45 per WBG Members \nWhether you are a beginner or advanced painter\, Halóy will help you create an original 8 x10 watercolor painting of Kentucky’s wildflowers. Bring your own supplies or we will provide the paints\, brushes\, and paper for classroom use. \n  \nsold out\n  \nInstructor: Halóy Campbell
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/wildflowers-in-watercolor/
LOCATION:Ellen T. Leslie Botanical Classroom\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240530T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240530T183000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240502T135450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T140059Z
UID:7466-1717090200-1717093800@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:Gardens Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 30 · 5:30 to 6:30pm\nMeeting location: WBG Plaza\n$20  | $15 per WBG Members \nAs summer unfolds across the gardens\, enjoy a guided walk and talk educational tour with a staff horticulturist. Learn more about the performance\, strengths and weaknesses\, growing tips and design of the plants at the Garden. \nDress for the weather as this program will always be conducted outdoors.\nInstructor: Andrew Hagerty\, WBG Director of Horticulture \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-walk-talk/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240529T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240130T162253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T200452Z
UID:7320-1716976800-1716980400@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:Gardens Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 29 • 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.\nLeslie Botanical Classrooms \nGather round for storytime! Children ages 3-5 and their grown-up caregivers will love this inaugural early-learning program: Gardens Storytime. Two colorful stories and a nature-inspired activity help young friends build early reading\, social-interactive and creative skills. \nThis program is FREE for kids and caregivers\, but registration is required.\nFind us at the Gardens\, every other Wednesday – rain or shine! \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-storytime-12/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240515T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240515T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240130T162144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T163012Z
UID:7319-1715781600-1715785200@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:Gardens Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 15 • 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nLeslie Botanical Classrooms \nGather round for storytime! Children ages 3-5 and their grown-up caregivers will love this inaugural early-learning program: Gardens Storytime. Two colorful stories and a nature-inspired activity help young friends build early reading\, social-interactive and creative skills. \nThis program is FREE for kids and caregivers\, but registration is required.\nFind us at the Gardens\, every other Wednesday – rain or shine! \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-storytime-11/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20240501T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T115311
CREATED:20240130T162045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T162130Z
UID:7318-1714557600-1714561200@waterfrontgardens.org
SUMMARY:Gardens Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 1 • 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.\nLeslie Botanical Classrooms \nGather round for storytime! Children ages 3-5 and their grown-up caregivers will love this inaugural early-learning program: Gardens Storytime. Two colorful stories and a nature-inspired activity help young friends build early reading\, social-interactive and creative skills. \nThis program is FREE for kids and caregivers\, but registration is required.\nFind us at the Gardens\, every other Wednesday – rain or shine! \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-storytime-10-2/
LOCATION:Leslie Botanical Classroom at WBG\, 1435 Frankfort Ave\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Education
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