Events
Matthaei Botanical Gardens
September 2018
Art Exhibition: The Honeybee Scriptures – Messages from Inside a Living Hive
Kalamazoo, Mich., artist Ladislav Hanka's beeswax-encrusted etchings are on display at Matthaei Botanical Gardens through November 11. After completing his etchings of plants, insects, and other creatures, Hanka places them inside a living beehive and allows the honeybees within to lay down honeycomb and wax on top of the plates. The result is what Hanka calls a "collaborative creative process." The Honeybee Scriptures: September 28 through November 11. Matthaei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48105. 734.647.7600.…
Find out more »October 2018
Birding Borneo
Join Bryn Martin for yet another fabulous Washtenaw Audubon international field trip, to Borneo, the third largest island in the world, and home to one of Earth’s oldest rain forests. With 688 species of birds, including 59 endemics, and such interesting mammals as orangutan, proboscis monkey, and Bornean gibbon, expect great diversity in wildlife. Bryn Martin is an avid international birder, Washtenaw Audubon’s field trip coordinator, and teaches high school in Livonia. Presented by Washtenaw Audubon Society. Free.
Find out more »Ikebana: Japanese Flower Arranging
Create your own seasonal ikebana arrangement with help from a certified instructor. $20 fee covers flowers and instructor. Please email 2 weeks prior to each class to receive an e-invite to attend. Attendance limited to 25. Info: a2ikebana@gmail.com. Presented by Ann Arbor Ikebana Intl. Chapter. Classes occur on third Thursday of the month except for December (12/13). See also ikebana classes on October 18, November 15, and December 13.
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Sold Out! (both dates): Pumpkins, Lanterns & Leaves
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until October 20, 2018
NOTE: Both dates of this event are sold out. We're offering this event on two days, Oct. 19 & 20. When registering, please select your preferred date. Join us for our annual Halloween celebration: Pumpkins, Lanterns & Leaves. This year, we're offering "Pumpkins" on two days, October 19 & 20. The event begins at 6 pm and lasts approximately one and a half hours. Night begins to fall by the end of the program, making for an enchanted walk back to…
Find out more »Sold Out! (both dates): Pumpkins, Lanterns & Leaves
An event every day that begins at 6:00pm, repeating until October 20, 2018
NOTE: Both dates of this event are sold out. We're offering this event on two days, Oct. 19 & 20. When registering, please select your preferred date. Join us for our annual Halloween celebration: Pumpkins, Lanterns & Leaves. This year, we're offering "Pumpkins" on two days, October 19 & 20. The event begins at 6 pm and lasts approximately one and a half hours. Night begins to fall by the end of the program, making for an enchanted walk back to…
Find out more »Hardy Slipper Orchids (Cypripedium)
Program speaker is Cleveland-based Wayne Roberts, who has been growing cypripediums (hardy slipper orchids) for over 25 years. He presently grows all of the American species, 20 Asian species, and many hybrids. Presented by Ann Arbor Orchid Society. Free.
Find out more »Mindfulness-based Dementia Care
An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Monday, repeating until November 12, 2018
A free, 7-week program specifically designed for family caregivers of persons with dementia. Learn how the practice of mindfulness can help you cope with the challenges and stresses of dementia care, and also greatly improve the experience of the person in your care. Program time slot listed is tentative. For class times or to register call U-M Memory Connection at 734.936.8803. Program runs Mondays, Sept. 24 through Nov. 12. Presented by Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center.
Find out more »Styling Stuff: Observations on Bonsai Design and Aesthetics
All invited to hear longtime Ann Arbor Bonsai Society (AABS) member and nationally recognized bonsai expert Jack Wikle share his insights on the art and aesthetics of bonsai. Several AABS members will also discuss their experiences at the National Bonsai Show held in Rochester, N.Y. in September 2018. Free.
Find out more »Mindfulness-based Dementia Care
An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Monday, repeating until November 12, 2018
A free, 7-week program specifically designed for family caregivers of persons with dementia. Learn how the practice of mindfulness can help you cope with the challenges and stresses of dementia care, and also greatly improve the experience of the person in your care. Program time slot listed is tentative. For class times or to register call U-M Memory Connection at 734.936.8803. Program runs Mondays, Sept. 24 through Nov. 12. Presented by Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center.
Find out more »November 2018
Victors for Nature Campaign Celebration
Please join us in the Matthaei Botanical Gardens Conservatory to celebrate our Victors for Michigan campaign donors! The event will be open house style, so feel free to come by anytime between 7 and 9pm to explore how your gifts have helped make a difference at both the Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum. Refreshments and cocktails will be served and get 20% off in the Garden Store. RSVP here by October 25.
Find out more »The Annual Hosta Seed Exchange
All interested in growing hosta seeds are invited to participate in the seed exchange. Please bring both planned and/or open-pollinated seeds from your garden and enjoy the opportunity to trade the fruits of your summer crosses with other attendees. (Small coin envelopes, 25-30 seeds per pack and marked with the cross and your name is often how people package the seed for sharing.) Also, hosta expert Don Rawson gives a presentation on “Hybridizing for Leaf Substance in Hostas.”
Find out more »Mindfulness-based Dementia Care
An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Monday, repeating until November 12, 2018
A free, 7-week program specifically designed for family caregivers of persons with dementia. Learn how the practice of mindfulness can help you cope with the challenges and stresses of dementia care, and also greatly improve the experience of the person in your care. Program time slot listed is tentative. For class times or to register call U-M Memory Connection at 734.936.8803. Program runs Mondays, Sept. 24 through Nov. 12. Presented by Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center.
Find out more »Overwintering Herbs
Herb Study Group president Madolyn Kaminski shares tips for keeping herbs thriving indoors over the winter months. Free.
Find out more »Gardening & the Community
Representatives from gardening communities such as Ann Arbor Farm & Garden speak on philanthropic gardening activities that benefit Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. Part of Ann Arbor Garden Club’s Hands-on Home Gardening series. Free.
Find out more »What’s New in Roses
Program also includes Q&A and refreshments. Presented by Huron Valley Rose Society. Free.
Find out more »Mindfulness-based Dementia Care
An event every week that begins at 10:00am on Monday, repeating until November 12, 2018
A free, 7-week program specifically designed for family caregivers of persons with dementia. Learn how the practice of mindfulness can help you cope with the challenges and stresses of dementia care, and also greatly improve the experience of the person in your care. Program time slot listed is tentative. For class times or to register call U-M Memory Connection at 734.936.8803. Program runs Mondays, Sept. 24 through Nov. 12. Presented by Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center.
Find out more »Overwintering Honeybee Nucs: Making Split and Wintering Nucs
Presenter Mike Risk discusses how to overwinter "nucs," or nucleus colonies, which are small honeybee colonies created from larger colonies. Mike is currently the president of the Center of Michigan Beekeepers club and has been a hobbyist and sideline beekeeper for 33 years. Mike’s interest in beekeeping began when he discovered bees in the walls of a farmhouse he bought in Eaton County all those years ago. These days he concentrates his efforts on mentoring and educating new beekeepers He raises…
Find out more »South Africa: Birds and Game
South Africa is a vast and diverse land with 840+ bird species of which 164 are endemics, with hundreds of mammals as well. More importantly, birds and mammals are easy to find and observe. A 23-day visit provided the opportunity for presenter Rodolfo Palma to find 450+ bird species and almost 50 mammals, including the big five. He visited all the key South African habitats: fynbos around the Cape, the dry Karoo on the West, and a pelagic trip to…
Find out more »Ikebana: Japanese Flower Arranging
Create your own seasonal ikebana arrangement with help from a certified instructor. $20 fee covers flowers and instructor. Please email 2 weeks prior to each class to receive an e-invite to attend. Attendance limited to 25. Info: a2ikebana@gmail.com. Presented by Ann Arbor Ikebana Intl. Chapter. Classes occur on third Thursday of the month except for December (12/13). See also ikebana classes on October 18, November 15, and December 13.
Find out more »Caregiver Wellness Day
This free program for learning skills essential for continued health and well-being is designed for caregivers of adults living with memory loss. Info and to register: 734.936.8803. Presented by Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center.
Find out more »Woodland Wonderland – Kids Program
Kids and their parents will create scented sachets, evergreen swags, and decorations to welcome the coming winter. Age range 6-10 or younger with parental guidance. $10 per child includes activities and materials.
Find out more »Bromeliads – Life in the Trees
A presentation by society president Paul Wingert that reveals the extraordinary diversity of plants in the bromeliad family and the remarkable adaptations that make it possible for them to succeed as an epiphyte.
Find out more »Allen Black, Brassavola nodosa and Its Hybrids
Brassavola nodosa is known as the "lady of the night" orchid due to its intoxicating fragrance. Presented Allen Black, who has had great success growing Brassavola, will discuss hybrids that use Brassavola nodosa as a parent. Presented by Ann Arbor Orchid Society. Free.
Find out more »Ecological Surveys of Southern Michigan: Reflections on the Importance of Public Land
Jesse Lincoln has been conducting vegetation surveys on public lands across southern Michigan for the past eight years as an ecologist for the Michigan Natural Features Inventory. His survey work reveals both the natural beauty and imperiled state of these large tracts of natural areas. Jesse will share with us his observations of these treasures, concerns for their future health, and the shared responsibility to care for our natural heritage. Presented by Michigan Botanical Club, Huron Valley Chapter. Free.
Find out more »A Wilderness Icon: Utah’s Red Rock Canyonlands
Join Clayton Daughenbaugh, conservation organizer with the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance and Chair of the Sierra Club’s Wildlands and Wilderness Team. We will watch and discuss the effort to conserve and protect public lands in southern Utah’s spectacular canyon country. “A Wilderness Icon” includes a multi-media slideshow documenting citizen efforts to conserve public lands in southern Utah's spectacular canyon country. This 15-minute journey through red rock splendor, narrated by Robert Redford, invigorates and motivates viewers to participate in the movement…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »December 2018
Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Greens Workshop with Ann Arbor Garden Club
Demonstration by Denise Looker Cost: $20. (Free to Ann Arbor Garden Club members.) RSVP: Nancy Hart, nhartgreen@aol.com. Potluck Brunch during workshop Matthaei Botanical Gardens, Greenhouse #3. Part of Ann Arbor Garden Club’s Hands-on Home Gardening series.
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »A Visit with Father Christmas
The annual visit by the real McCoy, Father Christmas. In town for one day only. A great photo opp! Free.
Find out more »Catching Your Breath
A free monthly program for caregivers of adults with memory loss. Designed for learning skills for continued health and well-being. Info and to register: 734.936.8803. Presented by Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center.
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Tales and Travels of Sierra Club Huron Valley
All invited to join in and contribute to the annual review of Sierra Club Huron Valley members’ explorations over the past year. Show and tell us about your favorite place in the world. We will be ready to watch and hear about your view of our natural world! Send your photos in digital format to Ed Steinman, lighthawk.pilot@gmail.com. Free. Presented by Sierra Club Huron Valley.
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
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Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
Find out more »Beautiful Bugs: The Amazing Insects of Our Global Ecosystems
An event every day that begins at 10:00am, repeating until January 6, 2019
There’s more to the forest than meets the eye. Welcome to the land of butterflies, moths, beetles, and other multi-legged creatures that crawl, fly, march, and munch their way through the world’s ecosystems. Each year we feature a holiday exhibit with a different theme in the conservatory at Matthaei Botanical Gardens. This annual winter/holiday event also features seasonal flowers, decorated trees, kids activities, holiday items, discounts in the Garden Store for Matthaei-Nichols members, and more. Free. Note: Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas,…
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