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Drawing Trees

August 26 - September 23
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Celebrate trees by learning to draw them with pencil, pen, marker, and charcoal. With the focus on trees native to Georgia, students will draw leaves and branches, tree trunks, roots, and tree structures and shapes.

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Tai Chi – Intermediate – Quarter IV

September 6 - November 8
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance.

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Tai Chi – Beginner – Quarter IV

September 6 - November 8
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Learn this ancient Chinese martial art, designed to increase flexibility and balance.

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Honey Bee Biology for Beekeeping

September 13 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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In this class, we will take a look at honey bee biology that is relevant to beekeeping.

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Eco Printing Workshop

September 13 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Learn how to create beautiful plant designs on silk. Eco printing is imprinting images of leaves, plants, and flowers directly on protein fibers using a water bath process. In this workshop, you will create your own unique, beautiful, and colorful designs on a silk scarf with plants you bring from home. All skill levels welcome!

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The Sweet Life at La Fortezza with Annette Joseph

September 14 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Meet the author who "puts the dolce in the vita" as she presents classic Tuscan treats, Italian brunch favorites and the beautiful lifestyle she has created to celebrate them. Ticket price includes brunch and a copy of the book signed by the author.

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Drop-In Kids Gardening Activity

September 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Wednesdays, March - Sept.: Join us for a kid-friendly gardening activity, such as seed planting, watering or harvesting.

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SOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Dinner: Richard Brown

September 17 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.

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Demystifying Roses

September 17 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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This class will cover rose selection for the Southeast, perennial co-planting, and organic care.

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Garden Grooves

September 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:05 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.

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SOLD OUT: Georgia Grown Dinner: Joshua Swinney

September 18 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Interact with the chef-grower team as you enjoy four tasting courses with wine in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.

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Drop-In Kids Gardening Activity

September 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Wednesdays, March - Sept.: Join us for a kid-friendly gardening activity, such as seed planting, watering or harvesting.

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Rooted in Resilience: Design with the Three Pillars of a Regenerative Garden | Session 2: Water Wisdom & Soil Health

September 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Discover how to create a thriving, self-sustaining garden—no matter your climate, budget, or experience level. This three-part workshop explores the three pillars of regenerative landscaping through real-life case studies and practical techniques rooted in permaculture.

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SOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Dinner: Jonathan McDowell

September 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.

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Garden Grooves

September 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:05 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.

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SOLD OUT: Fermented Hot Sauces and Chili Pastes

September 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Learn to make your own fermented hot sauce and chili pastes with Contraband Ferments. Get the history and science behind fermentation, as well as the basic principles to make your own delicious, probiotic-rich hot sauces.

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Chinese Watercolor: Lotus

September 27 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Learn how to paint lotus using traditional Chinese watercolor techniques. This class is appropriate for all levels of artistic experience, and all instruction and materials will be provided.

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Fine Line Pen for Botanical Illustration

September 30 - October 28
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Learn the basic techniques and tools for working with a fine line pen.

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Garden Grooves

October 2 @ 10:00 am - 11:05 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.

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Chinese Watercolor: Roses

October 4 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Learn how to paint roses using traditional Chinese watercolor techniques. This class is appropriate for all levels of artistic experience, and all instruction and materials will be provided.

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Garden Smarter Not Harder: Low-Maintenance Gardening

October 4 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Atlanta

This class covers plant selection, installation tips and maintenance strategies for a garden that doesn't require much time or labor but yields many rewards.

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Cyanotype Printing Workshop

October 4 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Cyanotype printing is a fascinating photographic process that produces distinctive blue-toned print that can be made on a range of surfaces and mediums.

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SOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Dinner: Rodney Smith Jr.

October 8 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.

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Garden Grooves

October 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:05 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.

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Garden Spooktacular Day Camp

October 13 - October 15
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Join us for a bewitching camp full of mystical explorations and mischievous adventures.

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SOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Dinner: Ali Mesghali

October 15 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.

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Garden Grooves

October 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:05 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.

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SOLD OUT: Georgia Grown Dinner: Jamie Keating

October 16 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Interact with the chef-grower team as you enjoy four tasting courses with wine in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.

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SOLD OUT: Homemade Pie Making

October 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Elevate your pies or gain a completely new skill when you learn how to make flaky, delicious pie from scratch in this class that is perfect for beginner to intermediate bakers.

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Basics of Pruning

October 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Atlanta

Proper pruning ensures your plants will be their healthiest from season to season. Learn all manner of pruning methods including tree and shrub pruning and fall cut-backs along with the proper timing for these techniques.

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Rooted in Resilience: Design with the Three Pillars of a Regenerative Garden | Session 3: Plant Selection & Ecological Design

October 22 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Atlanta

Discover how to create a thriving, self-sustaining garden—no matter your climate, budget, or experience level. This three-part workshop explores the three pillars of regenerative landscaping through real-life case studies and practical techniques rooted in permaculture.

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SOLD OUT: Fresh Plates Dinner: Dan Latham

October 22 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Enjoy a fun evening dining, sipping and learning in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen.

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Garden Grooves

October 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:05 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.

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Introduction to Propagation Methods

October 29 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Whether you’re a novice or a gardening enthusiast, learn the fundamentals of plant propagation and unleash your green thumb potential!

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Garden Grooves

October 30 @ 10:00 am - 11:05 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Thursdays, 10 and 10:45 a.m.: Get ready to wiggle and warble! Join us for songs and dances inspired by the beautiful outdoors.

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Container Gardening

November 1 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Explore container gardening basics: plant selection, soil types, and choosing appropriate containers. Learn the annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs that do well in pots.

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Drawing the Fall Harvest

November 4 - December 9
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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In this class, students create still-life drawings in colored pencil.

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Printing and Painting with Natural Dyes

November 8 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Welcome to Printing and Painting with Natural Dyes! This class invites you into the vibrant world of botanical color, where nature becomes both palette and partner. Whether you're a textile enthusiast, artist, or eco-conscious maker, this introduction to natural dyes class will help you understand how natural dyes work.

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Young Sprouts

November 12 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child's interest in the natural world, including arts and crafts, storybook times and Garden exploration.

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Chinese Watercolor: Peonies

November 15 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Learn how to paint peonies using traditional Chinese watercolor techniques. This class is appropriate for all levels of artistic experience, and all instruction and materials will be provided.

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Botanically Inspired Food Coloring

November 15 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Looking to use more natural colorings in your baked goods? Learn to make beautiful botanically inspired frosting that can be used in various applications.

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Young Sprouts

November 19 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Atlanta

Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child's interest in the natural world, including arts and crafts, storybook times and Garden exploration.

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Fabulous Fall Treats Day Camp

November 24 - November 25
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Celebrate this beautiful and delicious season by making an autumn-themed snack each day and marveling at the amazing changes taking place as animals and plants prepare for the winter.

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Young Sprouts

December 3 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child's interest in the natural world, including arts and crafts, storybook times and Garden exploration.

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Chinese Watercolor: Cherry Blossoms

December 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Learn how to paint cherry blossoms using traditional Chinese watercolor techniques. This class is appropriate for all levels of artistic experience, and all instruction and materials will be provided.

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Young Sprouts

December 10 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Atlanta

Join us for fun activities that will stimulate your child's interest in the natural world, including arts and crafts, storybook times and Garden exploration.

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Winter Wonderland Day Camps

December 22, 2025 - January 5, 2026
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Cozy up and discover the wonders of winter at the Atlanta Botanical Garden!

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Homeschool Day

May 15, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta

Supplement your life science, botanical and environmental studies curriculum with a visit to the Atlanta Botanical Garden.

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