Come join us and explore the magic of fall. Prance with us into our fall garden and discover the most beautiful parts of the season to make bookmarks. Children will explore the fascinating world of pumpkins — learning how pumpkin plants grow and just how BIG they can get! Then we will get creative as […]
Come join us and explore the magic of fall. Prance with us into our fall garden and discover the most beautiful parts of the season to make bookmarks. Children will explore the fascinating world of pumpkins — learning how pumpkin plants grow and just how BIG they can get! Then we will get creative as […]
Join us for a relaxing and creative painting experience where everyone follows along to create the painting, one brushstroke at a time! Artist Sara-Jane Lee will guide you through each step of the process, making it easy and enjoyable for beginners and experienced painters alike. All materials are provided, including a prepped canvas or board, […]
Practice this calm eastern exercise taught by instructor, Ashley Clayton. All levels welcome! Yoga is held every Thursday from 6pm-7pm indoors or outside depending on the weather. Yoga classes are included with the cost of admission or membership. Check in at the front desk when you arrive. If this is your first class, please arrive […]
Discover the joy of painting the world around you in this relaxed and welcoming landscape painting class, designed for adults ages 55 and up. Whether you’re picking up a paintbrush for the first time, or returning to a favorite hobby, this class offers a fun and supportive environment to explore your creativity. Participants will create […]
Every Nature Tales session features an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child-friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature and create a keepsake of their Garden experience. There are two […]
A chinese martial art and system of calisthenics with very slow controlled movements taught by Rich Martin. Tai Chi is held every Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. indoors or outside depending on the weather. Please call 910.486.0221 to pre-register. Single Class: $15- Garden Member $17- Non Member 4 Class Punch Card: $50- Garden […]
Every Nature Tales session features an engaging, themed storytime led by Cumberland County librarians and a child-friendly craft project selected and prepared by CFBG environmental educators. Storytimes are enhanced with engaging songs, puppets, and movement breaks. Themed crafts allow children to connect with nature and create a keepsake of their Garden experience. There are two […]
Take a closer look at the tiny creatures that help keep our ecosystems running in this hands-on, two-part adult entomology workshop. On Night One, participants will learn why insects are so important, explore basic identification of insect orders and families, and head into the Garden to try different collection techniques and gather specimens. On Night […]
Practice this calm eastern exercise taught by instructor, Ashley Clayton. All levels welcome! Yoga is held every Thursday from 6pm-7pm indoors or outside depending on the weather. Yoga classes are included with the cost of admission or membership. Check in at the front desk when you arrive. If this is your first class, please arrive […]
Take a closer look at the tiny creatures that help keep our ecosystems running in this hands-on, two-part adult entomology workshop. On Night One, participants will learn why insects are so important, explore basic identification of insect orders and families, and head into the Garden to try different collection techniques and gather specimens. On Night […]
Blast off for an evening of space-themed fun at the Garden! Kids ages 8–12 will explore what it takes to be an astronaut through hands-on activities, engineering challenges, games, and astronaut-inspired experiences. They’ll test their problem-solving skills with activities like an egg parachute challenge, explore astronaut equipment, sample astronaut food, and enjoy a night out […]
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From hands-on workshops to seasonal festivals and family fun, our calendar is full of ways to explore, learn, and connect.
Whether you’re planning an intimate affair or a grand event, our versatile spaces offer a unique and unforgettable experience.
Explore hands-on, standards-aligned experiences for PreK–12 students—on-site or at your school. Also great for homeschool groups, clubs & other organizations.
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