May 2019
Beargrass Creek Canoe Tours
Join us for a canoe tour of Beargrass Creek and its tributary into the Ohio River, with tour guide David Wicks. Please dress for outdoor activity. Bring water. Low difficulty level. Tours suitable for ages 10 and up. You will receive a reminder email TWO DAYS BEFORE your excursion, outlining important details. In case of inclement weather, we will send a cancellation email and make every effort to reschedule for another date. Cancellations will also be posted here on the official…
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Site Hard Hat Tours
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 is windier on the site than at street level. In case of downpour, tours will be rescheduled. You will receive an email reminder the day before your tour. Available dates: 2018 Th, Nov. 8 > 4-5pm F, Nov. 16 > 8:30-9:30am T, Nov. 27 > 4-5pm, FULL M,…
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Soon-to-be-June Tree Tour
Friday, May 31 2 - 4:30pm Cave Hill Cemetery 701 Baxter Ave, Louisville, KY 40204 $25, $20 WBG members (use code WBGMEMBER at checkout) With the unofficial start-of-summer now behind us, the magnificent and diverse forest of trees at Louisville’s beloved Cave Hill Cemetery await your visit. They’re showing off their freshest and finest mature foliage for the occasion! Ride through the historic avenues among the solemn graves on an open-air wagon as the Cemetery’s horticulturist and arborist share the legacy and unique…
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The Farmer and the Foodie
Saturday, June 1 10 am - 12 pm The Avish Estate, driving directions to follow upon registration $25, $20 WBG members (use code WBGMEMBER at checkout) Kick off the season of outdoor entertaining with The Farmer and The Foodie. Dynamic duo, Maggie Keith and Lindsey McClave, will harvest straight from the Avish kitchen gardens and highlight late spring's tiny treasures: mini spring root veggies, edible kitchen garden blossoms, micro herbs and greens, and of course throw in some of Foxhollow…
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Prelude: Cirque du Jardin
Join us for an evening of spectacle, sounds, and culinary delights on Sunday, June 9 from 6-9 pm, with food from James Beard Award-winning chef, Jessica Largey, and a sneak peek of the Graeser Family Education Center. Enjoy entertainment curated by guest producer Ben Sollee, featuring performances from the Louisville Ballet, CirqueLouis, Scott T. Smith, and many more! Garden Attire and field-friendly footwear suggested. LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE! RESERVE YOUR SPOT(S) HERE ** Names are added directly to the guest list,…
Find out more »Beargrass Creek Canoe Tours
Join us for a canoe tour of Beargrass Creek and its tributary into the Ohio River, with tour guide David Wicks. Please dress for outdoor activity. Bring water. Low difficulty level. Tours suitable for ages 10 and up. You will receive a reminder email TWO DAYS BEFORE your excursion, outlining important details. In case of inclement weather, we will send a cancellation email and make every effort to reschedule for another date. Cancellations will also be posted here on the official…
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Yoga and Herbal Breakfast
Saturday, June 15 9 - 10:30 am The Avish Estate, driving directions to follow upon registration $15 non-members / $10 WBG members (use code WBGMEMBER at checkout) Instructor: Anne Borders Coffee furnished by Heine Bros. Join us for an hour on any of three early summer mornings for yoga among the plants as the sun climbs in the sky. Yoga practice is geared to all levels. Following each yoga session, enjoy a natural refreshment to continue your day. Register Here…
Find out more »Beargrass Creek Canoe Tours
Join us for a canoe tour of Beargrass Creek and its tributary into the Ohio River, with tour guide David Wicks. Please dress for outdoor activity. Bring water. Low difficulty level. Tours suitable for ages 10 and up. You will receive a reminder email TWO DAYS BEFORE your excursion, outlining important details. In case of inclement weather, we will send a cancellation email and make every effort to reschedule for another date. Cancellations will also be posted here on the official…
Find out more »July 2019
Yoga and Natural Smoothies
Saturday, July 13 9 - 10:30 am The Avish Estate, driving directions to follow upon registration $15 non-members / $10 WBG members (use code WBGMEMBER at checkout) Instructor: Leigh Anne Albrechta Smoothies by Life Bar and coffee furnished by Heine Bros. Join us for an hour on any of three early summer mornings for yoga among the plants as the sun climbs in the sky. Yoga practice is geared to all levels. Following each yoga session, enjoy a natural refreshment in the…
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A Clementsville Tasting
A Clementsville Tasting Friday, July 26 5 - 7 pm The Avish Estate, driving direction to follow upon registration $30, $25 WBG members (use code WBGMEMBER at checkout) With roots from south-central Kentucky, Steve Clements will delight you with several delicious classic southern favorites in appetizer form. Steve will showcase a Clementsville tasting experience using items from the Avish kitchen garden as well as those of his farmer friends. At this time of the year, Kentucky corn and tomatoes are plentiful. Steve’s evening…
Find out more »August 2019
Kentucky Fare with Israeli Flair
Sunday, August 4 4 - 6 pm The Avish Estate $30, $25 WBG members (use code WBGMEMBER at checkout) Join chef Mat Shalenko as he blends traditional Israeli flavors with traditional Kentucky fare using some fresh veggies and herbs from the summer kitchen gardens at The Avish. Enjoy wines from Israel and a stroll among the edible garden and flower beds while relishing in various appetizers. Mat will also conduct a food demonstration showcasing procedure and presentation of one of…
Find out more »Beargrass Creek Canoe Tours
Join us for a canoe tour of Beargrass Creek and its tributary into the Ohio River, with tour guide David Wicks. Please dress for outdoor activity. Bring water. Low difficulty level. Tours suitable for ages 10 and up. You will receive a reminder email TWO DAYS BEFORE your excursion, outlining important details. In case of inclement weather, we will send a cancellation email and make every effort to reschedule for another date. Cancellations will also be posted here on the official…
Find out more »Beargrass Creek Canoe Tours
Join us for a canoe tour of Beargrass Creek and its tributary into the Ohio River, with tour guide David Wicks. Please dress for outdoor activity. Bring water. Low difficulty level. Tours suitable for ages 10 and up. You will receive a reminder email TWO DAYS BEFORE your excursion, outlining important details. In case of inclement weather, we will send a cancellation email and make every effort to reschedule for another date. Cancellations will also be posted here on the official…
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Yoga and Herbal Tea
Saturday, August 17 9 - 10:30 am $15 non-members / $10 WBG members (use code WBGMEMBER at checkout) Instructor: Leigh Anne Albrechta Join us for an hour on any of three early summer mornings for yoga among the plants as the sun climbs in the sky. Yoga practice is geared to all levels. Following each yoga session, enjoy a natural refreshment in the gardens at The Avish to continue your day. Register here Refund Policy Although we are unable to refund registration…
Find out more »September 2019
Newfields: A Place for Nature and the Arts
Motorcoach Day-Trip to Indianapolis Friday, September 6 8:30 am to 7:45 pm $155 per person, $140 WBG members (use code WBGMEMBER at checkout) Newfields is the 152-acre cultural campus that includes the Indianapolis Museum of Art, The Garden, Lilly House and the Fairbanks Art & Nature Park. We will spend a full day (11 am to 5 pm) exploring the art galleries and the outdoor grounds, gardens and historic buildings. Among the art exhibitions to see include the LED glass…
Find out more »Beargrass Creek Canoe Tours
Join us for a canoe tour of Beargrass Creek and its tributary into the Ohio River, with tour guide David Wicks. Please dress for outdoor activity. Bring water. Low difficulty level. Tours suitable for ages 10 and up. You will receive a reminder email TWO DAYS BEFORE your excursion, outlining important details. In case of inclement weather, we will send a cancellation email and make every effort to reschedule for another date. Cancellations will also be posted here on the official…
Find out more »October 2019
Beargrass Creek Canoe Tours
Join us for a canoe tour of Beargrass Creek and its tributary into the Ohio River, with tour guide David Wicks. Please dress for outdoor activity. Bring water. Low difficulty level. Tours suitable for ages 10 and up. You will receive a reminder email TWO DAYS BEFORE your excursion, outlining important details. In case of inclement weather, we will send a cancellation email and make every effort to reschedule for another date. Cancellations will also be posted here on the official…
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