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Volunteer Orientation

Atria Senior Living, 1st Floor 300 E. Market St, Louisville, KY, United States

New volunteer? Longtime volunteer who could use a refresher? Not yet a volunteer but want to learn more? Then join us for an informational session on being a WBG ambassador to the …

Free

Beargrass Creek Canoe Tours

Louisville Community Boathouse 1325 River Road, Louisville, KY, United States

Join us for a 3-hour canoe tour of Beargrass Creek and its tributary into the Ohio River, with tour guide David Wicks. 
Dress comfortably for outdoor activity. Waterproof shoes recommended, but not mandatory. Bring water and sunscreen. Low difficulty level. Suitable for ages 10 and up. Limit 12 per excursion.

$15

Vince Dooley: The Horticultural Journey of a Football Coach

Lincliffe 6100 Longview Ln, Louisville, KY, United States

As seen in Garden and Gun, join us for a lunch, talk, and self-guided garden tour at Lincliffe, featuring former University of Georgia football coach, Vince Dooley, with an introduction and Q&A …

$75

The Prelude: Urban Garden Party – SOLD OUT

Heigold Façade 1400 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY, United States

SOLD OUT Please join us for libations and a farm-to-table supper at our annual fundraiser, The Prelude: Urban Garden Party, this year set directly on Frankfort Ave - where city meets garden. …

$200

Beargrass Creek Exploration Tours

Louisville Community Boathouse 1325 River Road, Louisville, KY, United States

Join us for an educational canoe tour and eco-science experience on Beargrass Creek led by David Wicks and Male High School ecology students. Experience the natural beauty of Beargrass Creek and riparian …

$15

Gardens of the Bluegrass Bus Tour with Jon Carloftis

Christ Church United Methodist Church 4614 Brownsboro Rd, Louisville, KY, United States

September 7, 2018, join guest-host Jon Carloftis and WBG for this one-of-a-kind bus tour that will visit beautiful homes and gardens in and around Lexington. Ticket includes transportation, morning snacks and coffee, …

$185

Give for Good 2018

Join WBG for this year's community-wide day of giving! Our goal this Give for Good will be to raise $10,000 toward planting 50 trees at the site. What would a botanical garden be without trees?! Everyone …

reGeneration Fair 2018

Louisville Community Boathouse 1325 River Road, Louisville, KY, United States

September 15, 2018, come on out for WBG's annual FREE, family-friendly fair, featuring environmental booths and demonstrations, food and drink, arts and crafts, music, and more! As the WBG site is under …

Free

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

The Olmsted 3701 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY, United States

On Tuesday, September 25, we will celebrate WBG's volunteers and all their hard work to keep this organization running (and growing!) This year's dinner will be at the Olmsted, on the patio …

Free

Recurring

Site Hard Hat Tours

WBG Site 1435 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY, United States

Join us for a tour of the construction of the Graeser Family Education Center and get an update on the project. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress accordingly for the weather. It …

Free

Late Winter Pruning: Building Your Confidence 

Avish Estate Garden Complex

Late Winter Pruning: Building Your Confidence Thursday, March 7, 1:30 - 3:30pm Avish Estate Greenhouse Complex Late winter is the prime time to complete numerous pruning tasks in the landscape. Build your …

$25

Late Winter Pruning: Building Your Confidence 

Avish Estate Garden Complex

Late Winter Pruning: Building Your Confidence Saturday, March 9, 1:30 - 3:30pm Avish Estate Greenhouse Complex Late winter is the prime time to complete numerous pruning tasks in the landscape. Build your …

$25