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SUMMARY:Gardens Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 14 • 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
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/gardens-storytime-25/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Education
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Kokedama Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 17 · 1:00 to 2:30pm\nFrances Newman Alden Learning Center\, in the Ellen T. Leslie Building\n$60 | $48 WBG members \nJoin us for an introduction to the botanical art of the Japanese kokedama – the art of growing plants in a moss-covered ball of soil. This class offers step-by-step instructions to create your own kokedama while learning the history and spiritual meaning of this art form. At the end of the class you will have your own natural creation to be displayed inside your home. All materials included. \nSOLD OUT \nInstructor: Rebecca Ghiefardi
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/kokedama-workshop/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Evening Plein Air Painting in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 21 · 6:00 to 8:00pm\nFrances Newman Alden Learning Center\, in the Ellen T. Leslie Building\n$60 | $48 WBG members \nStudents will be introduced to the fundamentals of plein-air painting: Working on our canvas panels we will learn how to mix colors from observation\, record important notes\, and how to work quickly to capture the essence of a moment. Beginner friendly. \nSOLD OUT \nInstructor: Charlotte Pollock
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/evening-plein-air-painting-in-the-gardens/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
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SUMMARY:Garden Highlights Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, May 22 · 5:30 to 6:30pm\nFrances Newman Alden Learning Center\, in the Ellen T. Leslie Building\n$20 | $16 WBG members \nEnjoy a guided educational tour – a “walk and talk” – with a Waterfront Botanical Gardens staff horticulturist. Find out more about our seasonal plants- from their strengths and weaknesses-to growing tips and design insights. Dress for the weather as this program will always be conducted outdoors. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/garden-highlights-walk-talk-16/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20250523T180000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Artist Shohei Katayama
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 23 · 6:00 to 7:30pm\nFrances Newman Alden Learning Center\, in the Ellen T. Leslie Building\n$25 | $20 WBG members \nJoin us for a conversation with artist Shohei Katayama as he provides insight into the ideas\, themes\, and techniques that shape his work. Light refreshments will be served. \n\nREGISTER HERE \n\nAbout the Artist:\nShohei Katayama is a Japanese American artist whose work delves into the intricate relationships between nature\, technology\, and the scientific forces that shape human experience and interaction. He is particularly fascinated by the liminal spaces where opposites converge—light and dark\, life and death\, beauty and danger\, nature and humanity. His diverse body of work encompasses line drawings\, sculptures\, and installation art\, each piece reflecting a deep exploration of interconnectedness. \n\n 
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/an-evening-with-artist-shohei-katayama/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Silent Meditation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 24 · 9:00am to 12:30pm\nFrances Newman Alden Learning Center\, in the Ellen T. Leslie Building\n$40 | $32 WBG members \nThis retreat is an opportunity for you to find a restorative and affirming shift in wellbeing as we explore mindfulness meditation practices with curiosity and kindness\, supported by the beautiful spaces at WBG\, incredible music\, tasty food\, and skillful teachers. Participants are silent during most of the retreat as Karen guides a variety of meditation forms\, including walking\, eating\, sitting\, sound and chair yoga. Anticipate your silence as a pleasant experience as your brain’s language center relaxes. The quiet space created by not talking provides grounding for experiencing what it means to be in a state of mindfulness. No experience with meditation required. \nTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED \n\nInstructor: Karen Newton
URL:https://waterfrontgardens.org/event/silent-meditation-retreat-6/
LOCATION:Waterfront Botanical Gardens\, 1435 Frankfort Avenue\, Louisville\, KY\, 40206\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gardens Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 28 • 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
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