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APRIL 2026

APRIL . all day / every day

StoryWalk: How to Say Hello to a Worm

Come walk, read, and get inspired by the trees around you all month long!

Along the Legacy Tree Trail, April’s featured book is “How to Say Hello to a Worm" by Kari Perseval.

As you walk the trail, enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum while reading along—combining the joy of storytelling with fresh air and exploration. It’s the perfect activity for families and nature lovers!

Location: Legacy Tree Trail

Sponsors: Carnegie-Stout Public Library + Dubuque Morning Optimist Club

SAT . APR 18 . 9-11:30a

SPRING CLEAN-UP NO. 2!

Help us welcome the season by lending a hand during our Spring Clean-Up on Saturday, April 18.

Volunteers will meet at the Visitor Center by 9a to help refresh and prepare the gardens for spring.

Free lunch and drinks will be served inside the Visitor Center from 11:30a–Noon as a thank-you for your time and hard work!

Your help makes a big difference. We can’t wait to see you in the gardens!

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center + throughout the gardens

Register

SAT . APR 18 . 1-4p

FUNDRAISER: Paint for the Pond!

Join us for a fun afternoon supporting the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens Koi Pond Project! Thanks to our partners at Captured on Canvas, all proceeds beyond the cost of supplies will be donated to help restore the Japanese Garden koi pond.

Your ticket includes a 16x20 canvas, all painting supplies, step-by-step instruction from local artist Mercedes Pfab, and 5 raffle tickets. No experience necessary!

Funds raised will help install a new filtration system to keep the water clean, and support healthy koi and plants.

Additional raffle tickets will be available for $5 each (100% donated).

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early so we can begin on time. Follow this event for raffle updates and more!

💲Cost: $45 per guest

Location: Captured on Canvas | inside the Kennedy Mall

Register

THU . APR 23 . 4-8p

FUNDRAISER: Pizza Ranch

Support the Arboretum with a Pizza Night! 🍕🌿

Join us for a Fundraiser Night at Pizza Ranch and help support the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens while enjoying a delicious meal with family and friends!

From 4-8p, 10% of Pizza Ranch’s sales plus tips will be donated to the Arboretum to help support the gardens, educational programs, and community events.

Bring your appetite, invite your friends, and enjoy great pizza while giving back to one of Dubuque’s favorite community treasures! 🌸

We hope to see you there!

Location: Pizza Ranch | 2020 Radford Road | Dubuque

SAT . APR 25 . 9a-5p

OPENING DAY: Visitor Center + Gardens Gift Shop!

Join us Saturday, April 25, from 9a–5p, for Opening Day at the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens Visitor Center and Gardens Gift Shop!

Discover our refreshed Gift Shop look and explore beautiful new inventory for guests of all ages — from garden-inspired décor and unique gifts to books, children’s items, and seasonal treasures. We can’t wait to welcome you!

THU . APR 30 . 6-8p

WORKSHOP: Bookmarks!

Design your own one-of-a-kind bookmarks with Create It - Sarah Barnes! 🎨📚✨

Each participant will receive 4 uniquely shaped bookmarks on high-quality multimedia paper, plus 4 plastic sleeves and 4 tassels. All supplies are included—paint, markers, colored pencils, and more—so you can get creative and leave with beautiful, finished bookmarks ready to use or gift! 💖✂️🖌️

🍪Bonus: A sweet treat is included!

💲Cost: $25 per participant.

Location: Visitor Center

MAY 2026

MAY . all day / every day

StoryWalk: In the Tall, Tall Grass

Come walk, read, and get inspired by the trees around you all month long!

Along the Legacy Tree Trail, May’s featured book is “In the Tall, Tall Grass" by Denise Fleming.

As you walk the trail, enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum while reading along—combining the joy of storytelling with fresh air and exploration. It’s the perfect activity for families and nature lovers!

Location: Legacy Tree Trail

Sponsors: Carnegie-Stout Public Library + Dubuque Morning Optimist Club

SAT . MAY 2 . all morning

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION:

HeartWalk 2026

The Heart Walk brings together families, co-workers, and friends.

It brings together Iowans to have fun while helping millions of others at the same time.

Registration: Heinemann Visitor Center

THU . MAY 7 . 6-7:30p

EDUCATIONAL SESSION:

Eco-Friendly Urban Landscapes: Beyond the Grass

Discover sustainable, beautiful alternatives to traditional lawns and learn how eco-friendly landscaping can support wildlife, conserve water, and enhance urban spaces.

Cost: $7.50

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

SUN . MAY 10 . 2p

QIGONG at the Koi Pond

Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens! 

Join us for a peaceful and playful Qigong session at the Koi Pond, led by Tom from B1 Yoga.

This special, donation-based class will feature animal-inspired movements designed with kids in mind, making it a fun and relaxing experience for all ages.

All donations will support our Koi Pond Project, helping us continue to enhance and care for this beautiful space.

Bring your family, enjoy the gardens, and move together in a serene setting.

Location: the Japanese Garden Koi Pond

Cost: donation-based

We hope to see you there!

THU . MAY 14 . 6-7:30p

NATURE THERAPY: An introduction to Forest Bathing

Relax. Reconnect. Rejuvenate. Join us for a peaceful and enriching evening of forest bathing at the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.

Led by Jean Daoud, ANFT Certified Guide, this guided experience introduces participants to Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese practice of mindful immersion in nature. You’ll learn about the physical and mental health benefits of forest bathing before gently engaging your five senses to connect more deeply with the natural world around you.

Through slow, intentional movement and an openness to the sights, sounds, and sensations of the arboretum grounds, you’ll experience the grounding, calming power of nature. In today’s fast-paced world, forest bathing offers a simple yet powerful way to stay centered and restore balance.

Come discover the medicine of the forest — your mind and body will thank you. 

*Registration details posted shortly!

WED . MAY 20 . all day

GREAT GIVE DAY!

Great Give Day is the largest 24-hour giving event in Northeast Iowa! You can give any time on Wednesday, May 20.

We hope you'll consider giving and supporting the Dubuque Arboretum! Thank you.

Give

THU . MAY 21 . 6-8p

WORKSHOP: Honey Tasting + Cookie Decorating!

BEE SWEET: A Dual Learning Experience! 

  1. Full Sensory Honey-Tasting. Led by Dry Creek Beekeeping, you’ll use all your senses to become true honey connoisseurs! Explore the flavors, textures, colors, and aromas of light, medium, and dark honeys—plus creamed, crystallized, and comb honey. A delicious journey from hive to tastebud!
  2. Cookie Decorating by Pies + Cakes by Mackensie. Learn the basics of royal icing on bee‑themed cookies! Skills include: Royal icing basics + Piping + Tipless bag techniques + Outlining & flooding + Writing with icing + Sugar cookie dough tips + tricks.

You'll take home six beautifully decorated bee cookies, plus a royal icing and sugar cookie recipes!

Cost: $50

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

WED . MAY 27 . 4-9p

DINE + DONATE: Jersey Mike's

Grab a delicious sub and help support a beautiful cause! Join us for a Fundraiser Night at Jersey Mike’s Subs, where 50% of your purchase will be donated to the DABG Koi Pond Project.

Bring your friends, family, and appetite—every bite helps bring this exciting project to life!

How to Participate:

• Stop in and enjoy your favorite sub at Jersey Mike’s OR

• Order through the Jersey Mike’s app. [Use promo code DABG50 so your purchase counts toward the fundraiser.]

Location: Jersey Mike's at 3500 Dodge Street

WED . MAY 27 . 6-7p

Hydrangea 101: Beauty, Care, and Cultivation

The Dubuque County Master Gardeners will share expert tips on growing, pruning, and caring for beautiful hydrangeas in your own landscape.

📍. Meet at the Hydrangea Garden

. Come ready to learn and be inspired among the blooms!

✔Registration required

THU . MAY 28 . 6-7:30p

The Fascinating World of Honeybees & Beekeeping

Have you ever wondered how honey is made or what really happens inside a beehive? Join us for a sweet and educational evening all about honeybees and the art of beekeeping — hosted by Country View Honey! 

. Learn how bees support our environment

. Discover the basics of beekeeping

. Get insight from a local honey producer

Whether you’re curious about starting your own hive or simply love local honey, this is a buzz-worthy event you won’t want to miss!

Cost: $7.50

FRI . MAY 29 . 4-7p

PLANT SALE to brighten your home and garden!

Join us at the Packard Pavilion for an incredible selection of plants to brighten your home and garden:🌸

. Buy unique plants

. Get expert advice

. Support the gardens

Don’t miss out — mark your calendar and bring a friend!

Location: Packard Pavilion

SUN . MAY 31 . 5-7p 

THE MOODS

Relive the Soulful Sounds of Motown & R&B with The Moods ... perfect for fans of Bruno Mars, The Commodores, Diana Ross, Earth, Wind and Fire, The Four Tops, The Jackson 5, James Brown, Lionel Richie, Luther Vandross, Michael Jackson, Prince, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder and The Temptations.

This celebrated tribute act is dedicated to recreating the magic of the world's top Motown and R&B legends. Whether you're a die-hard Motown fan or simply looking for a night of unforgettable music and dance, The Moods always give a fun, high-energy performance.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor:

Serving great food!

JUNE 2026

JUNE . all day / every day

StoryWalk: Hidden Animal Colors

Come walk, read, and get inspired by the trees around you all month long!

Along the Legacy Tree Trail, June’s featured book is “Hidden Animal Colors" by Jane Park.

As you walk the trail, enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum while reading along—combining the joy of storytelling with fresh air and exploration. It’s the perfect activity for families and nature lovers!

Location: Legacy Tree Trail

Sponsors: Carnegie-Stout Public Library + Dubuque Morning Optimist Club

WED . JUNE 3 . 5-10p

DINE + DONATE: Your Pie Pizza!

Dine in or order online. Your Pie Pizza will donate 10% of their sales from 5-10p to the DABG.

Your Pie is the world's originator of the fast casual, brick-oven, customized personal pizza category. Founded by Drew French in 2008, the Your Pie concept was inspired by family recipes from the Italian island of Ischia. Your Pie uses hand-tossed dough, fresh ingredients, homemade pizza sauces, and salad dressings. It offers vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free pizzas, as well as traditional pizzas, chopped salads, and paninis.

Location: Your Pie Pizza at 800 Wacker Drive in Dubuque.

Community Support Night!

THU . JUNE 11 . 6-7:30p

POLLINATORS: Beyond the Butterflies!

Butterflies may get all the glory, but they’re just one part of a much bigger pollination story! Join a Dubuque County Conservation staff member as we explore the amazing world of native bees, flies, beetles, moths, and even dragonflies.

We’ll start indoors with a fun, informative look at both the well‑known monarch and the lesser‑known insects that keep our ecosystems thriving. Then we’ll head outside for a guided walk through the arboretum to see what tiny pollinators are buzzing, crawling, or fluttering around.

Bring your curiosity—you never know what fascinating critters we’ll find! 

Cost: $7.50

FRI . JUNE 12 . 10-11a

FAMILY CONCERT: Jennifer Daniels

FREE Summer Fun for all ages at the DABG!

Join performing songwriter, author, and teaching artist Jennifer Daniels for a lively, interactive family concert! Based in Lookout Mountain, Georgia, Jennifer has released nine music albums, three novels, and a picture book. Young readers may recognize her connection to Eric Litwin, author of Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes. Come sing, dance, and enjoy stories and songs that will have the whole family moving and smiling.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

No registration required.

Sponsors: Dubuque Arboretum + Carnegie-Stout Public Library

SUN . JUNE 14 . 6-8p 

RENEGADE WILDFLOWER

This band has been serving up the finest Southern Rock the Midwest has to offer since 2019.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsors:

Serving great food!

FRI . JUNE 26 . 10-11a

Jeff Quinn's Farm Fresh Magic Show

FREE Summer Fun for all ages at the DABG!

Prepare to be amazed! Professional entertainer Jeff Quinn has been delighting audiences nationwide since 1991, performing at schools, colleges, fairs, and festivals. Enjoy a high-energy magic show filled with humor, surprises, and plenty of audience participation.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

No registration required.

Sponsors: Dubuque Arboretum + Carnegie-Stout Public Library

SAT . JUNE 27 . 11a-1p

EVENT: Steve + Randy!

Location: Packard Pavilion

Sponsor:

On-site, serving great food and ice cream!

SUN . JUNE 28 . 9a-1p

EVENT: HerbFest!

Celebrating the 2026 Herb of the Year: Turmeric

. Silent auction

. Herb Garden tours

. Tasty herbal treats

. Handcrafted items for sale

. Plant giveaway: herbal sample plants

Location: Herb Garden Area

Sponsor:

JULY 2026

JULY . all day / every day

StoryWalk: The Thing About Bees

Come walk, read, and get inspired by the trees around you all month long!

Along the Legacy Tree Trail, July’s featured book is “The Thing About Bees" by Shabazz Larkin.

As you walk the trail, enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum while reading along—combining the joy of storytelling with fresh air and exploration. It’s the perfect activity for families and nature lovers!

Location: Legacy Tree Trail

Sponsors: Carnegie-Stout Public Library + Dubuque Morning Optimist Club

FRI . JULY 10 . 10-11a

Mr. Fun Presents Global Games

FREE Summer Fun for all ages at the DABG!

Travel the world—no passport required! In Global Games, Mr. Fun invites families on a hands-on, cultural adventure featuring toys and games from around the globe. With more than 20 years of experience, Mr. Fun blends history, laughter, and interactive fun into one unforgettable program. Watch demonstrations, try new skills, and discover something amazing from cultures near and far.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

No registration required.

Sponsors: Dubuque Arboretum + Carnegie-Stout Public Library

SUN . JUL 12 . 6-8p 

JONNY LYONS & THE PRIDE

Combining Influences of Rock and Roll, Country, Blues, Soul, Surf, and Rockabilly, Jonny Lyons celebrates a musical style that will take you on a journey back in time to the golden era of music and showmanship! 

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsors:

Serving great food!

THU . JULY 16 . 5:30-7p

Honeybee Explorers: A Family Adventure

Buzz on over for sweet, sticky, science-y fun! 🌸🍯

Kids ages 6–12 and their grown-ups will explore the magical world of honeybees with Dry Creek Beekeeping!

. See a real observation hive

. Taste different honeys

. Try beekeeping tools

. Make a bee-themed UV craft

Learn how bees live, pollinate, and make honey — it’s hands-on fun the whole family will love! 🐝💛

Spots are limited!

Cost: $25 per parent-child pair

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

FRI . JULY 24 . 10-11a

Music by Skippy

FREE Summer Fun for all ages at the DABG!

Get ready for a high-energy musical experience with Luke “Skippy” Harbur! A performer, producer, and educator, Skippy creates engaging arts experiences for audiences of all ages. Through beatboxing, songwriting, and creative sound-making, he celebrates connections through the power of music. This interactive program invites everyone to join in the rhythm and fun.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

No registration required.

Sponsors: Dubuque Arboretum + Carnegie-Stout Public Library

AUGUST 2026

AUG . all day / every day

StoryWalk: Senorita Mariposa

Come walk, read, and get inspired by the trees around you all month long!

Along the Legacy Tree Trail, August’s featured book is “Senorita Mariposa" by Ben Gundersheimer and Marcos Almada Rivero.

As you walk the trail, enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum while reading along—combining the joy of storytelling with fresh air and exploration. It’s the perfect activity for families and nature lovers!

Location: Legacy Tree Trail

Sponsors: Carnegie-Stout Public Library + Dubuque Morning Optimist Club

SUN . AUG 16 . all day

EVENT: Artistry in Bloom

From food to sculptures to music and more, ARTISTRY takes center stage

. DESSERT ARTISTRY: Sweet Scoops in the Gardens. FREE. Sponsor: The Matz Family in honor of Elaine Matz. Packard Pavilion. Noon-1:30p.

. FOOD ARTISTRY: The Rice Is Nice. Upper Parking Lot. 11a-2p.

. LOCAL ARTISTRY. Art sale. Local artist-vendors with nature-based artistry. Packard Pavilion. Throughout the day.

. GARDEN ARTISTRY: The Gardens. It's the perfect time to stroll the grounds and enjoy nature's beauty on display. Dawn to dusk.

. SCULPTURAL ARTISTRY: Art in the Gardens. More than 50 sculptural pieces are always on display by local and area creators, and beyond. Dawn to dusk.

. MUSICAL ARTISTRY: Music in the Gardens. Band: SecondHand News. Packard Pavilion Amphitheater. 6-8p.

Location: throughout the Gardens

SUN . AUG 16 . 6-8p 

SECONDHAND NEWS

SecondHand News recreates the experience of seeing Fleetwood Mac in their heyday. Made up of veteran local musicians (Melissa Brausch, Josh Chicoine, Mike Holtz, Dan Ingenthron, Mike Vanier, and Lindsay Weinberg), the band features spot-on vocal harmonies, careful attention to detail, and electric live shows. Through the talents of these seasoned performers, the spirit and musicianship of Mick Fleetwood, John and Christine McVie, Stevie Nicks, and Lindsey Buckingham come to life on stage. Audiences are energized by dynamic deliveries of favorites from the band's extensive catalog of hits as well as deep cuts beloved by superfans. The fun these musicians have recreating these classic songs together is infectious and will bring you to your feet in shared appreciation for one of the greatest bands of all time. 

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor:

Serving great food!

SEPTEMBER 2026

SEPT . all day / every day

StoryWalk: Little Blue Truck

Come walk, read, and get inspired by the trees around you all month long!

Along the Legacy Tree Trail, September’s featured book is “Little Blue Truck" by Alice Schertle.

As you walk the trail, enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum while reading along—combining the joy of storytelling with fresh air and exploration. It’s the perfect activity for families and nature lovers!

Location: Legacy Tree Trail

Sponsors: Carnegie-Stout Public Library + Dubuque Morning Optimist Club

WED . SEPT 2 . 5-10p

DINE + DONATE: Your Pie Pizza!

Dine in or order online. Your Pie Pizza will donate 10% of their sales from 5-10p to the DABG.

Your Pie is the world's originator of the fast casual, brick-oven, customized personal pizza category. Founded by Drew French in 2008, the Your Pie concept was inspired by family recipes from the Italian island of Ischia. Your Pie uses hand-tossed dough, fresh ingredients, homemade pizza sauces, and salad dressings. It offers vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free pizzas, as well as traditional pizzas, chopped salads, and paninis.

Location: Your Pie Pizza at 800 Wacker Drive in Dubuque.

Community Support Night!

SUN . SEPT 13 . 5-7p 

ANTHEM

Established in 2014 as "And Beyond," ANTHEM is an all-live musical experience that goes above and beyond the Classic Rock Band concept, covering all-time favorites like Styx, Bon Jovi, Journey, REO, Boston, Whitesnake, Led Zeppelin, Kansas, Queen, Aerosmith, Van Halen, Rush, Foreigner, Alice in Chains, Triumph, and more!

Anthem’s members are experienced musical artists with impressive resumes, and have been entertaining large crowds throughout the Midwest for over 2 decades, and now have re-joined the ranks of the top drawing Classic Rock bands in the Chicago area and beyond.

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsor:

Serving great food!

OCTOBER 2026

OCT . all day / every day

StoryWalk: How the Forest Feels

Come walk, read, and get inspired by the trees around you all month long!

Along the Legacy Tree Trail, October’s featured book is “How the Forest Feels" by Wendi Silvano and Mirka Hokkanen.

As you walk the trail, enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum while reading along—combining the joy of storytelling with fresh air and exploration. It’s the perfect activity for families and nature lovers!

Location: Legacy Tree Trail

Sponsors: Carnegie-Stout Public Library + Dubuque Morning Optimist Club

SUN . OCT 4 . 4-6p 

HEART TO HEARTBREAKER

The Heart | Pat Benatar Experience

Primarily featuring the music of Heart & Pat Benatar, Heart to HeartBreaker captures the sights and sounds of women that changed the Rock & Roll status quo!

Location: Packard Pavilion Amphitheater

Sponsors:

Serving great food!

FRI . OCT 9 . 3:30-8:30p

Come and celebrate the season with a little spooky fun in the gardens!

OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT: Ghouls in the Gardens

Join us on for a spooktacular evening of costumes, music, a scavenger hunt, and a family-friendly outdoor movie under the stars! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy a cozy fall night in the gardens.

. Movie presented by: Delaney's Ice Cream Shoppe.

. Music by: Brandon’s Sound Check spinning family-friendly Halloween tunes.

. Special Feature: Cornerstone Nursery will be on-site from 3:30–6:30p selling mums, pumpkins, and more fall favorites.

. Dinner: Birdie’s Lunchbox & Catering will be on-site serving burgers, brats, and more.

. Snacks: Langworthy Family Dental will be selling fresh kettle corn.

. Treats: Delaney’s Ice Cream Shoppe will be on-site serving their delicious ice cream.

. Free admission: Donations are appreciated to help keep events like this possible!

Serving great food!

Selling pumpkins + mums + more!

Playing great family-friendly tunes!

SAT . OCT 10 . 10a

Educational Session + Mushroom Foray

Join us inside the Visitor Center at the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens for a fun and educational morning hosted by the Prairie States Mushroom Club.

Learn how to use the iNaturalist app to help identify mushrooms and other organisms before heading out on a guided mushroom foray

Come explore the fascinating world of fungi with us.

Meet inside the Visitor Center at 10a. Foray begins at 10:45a (starting location to be announced soon). Drop-ins welcome.

This event is FREE, but space is limited for the iNaturalist learning session, so registration is required for that portion.

Register

Hosted by the Prairie States Mushroom Club

SUN . OCT 18 . 1p

Madison Japanese Taiko Drumming Group

Feel the rhythm and experience the energy! 

Join us at the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens for a high-energy performance by the Madison Japanese Taiko Drumming Group.

The Rice is Nice, LLC food truck will be on-site beginning at 11:30a near the Pavilion!

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the powerful beats in the beautiful garden setting.

Location: Packard Pavilion

Sponsor: Spahn & Rose

Serving great food!

NOVEMBER 2026

NOV . all day / every day

StoryWalk: I'm Going to Build a Snowman

Come walk, read, and get inspired by the trees around you all month long!

Along the Legacy Tree Trail, November’s featured book is “I'm Going to Build a Snowman" by Jashar Awan,

As you walk the trail, enjoy the beauty of the Arboretum while reading along—combining the joy of storytelling with fresh air and exploration. It’s the perfect activity for families and nature lovers!

Location: Legacy Tree Trail

Sponsors: Carnegie-Stout Public Library + Dubuque Morning Optimist Club

SAT . NOV 7 . 9-11:30a

FALL CLEANUP NO. 1!

Help us wrap up the season by joining our Fall Cleanups.

Meet at the Visitor Center at 9a.

Free lunch and drinks will be served inside the Visitor Center from 11:30a–Noon as a thank-you to our volunteers.

Whether you can join us for one day or both, your time and effort help keep the gardens beautiful for everyone. We’d love to see you there! 

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center + throughout the gardens

THU . NOV 12 . 6-8p

WORKSHOP: Holiday Porch Pot

Create Your Own One-of-a-Kind Winter Porch Pot!

Bring the magic of the season to your porch! Join Rech Family Gardens for a hands-on workshop where you’ll design a stunning winter porch pot bursting with festive charm. Everything you need is provided: planters, lush fresh evergreens, decorative branches, pinecones, sparkling ribbons, and a variety of seasonal accents like red berries, glitter twigs, and shimmering gold and silver details. All you need to bring is your festive cheer! Get step-by-step guidance, inspiration from sample designs, and pro tips to keep your creation looking beautiful all season long — and into the New Year. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crafter, this workshop is perfect for everyone. And yes, sweet treats are included to make the experience even more delightful!

Cost: $70 | Please check back for ticketing + registration.

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: Rech Family Gardens

SAT . NOV 14 . 9-11:30a

FALL CLEANUP NO. 2!

Help us wrap up the season by joining our Fall Cleanup on Sat, Nov 14, from 9a–Noon.

Meet at the Visitor Center at 9a.

Free lunch and drinks will be served inside the Visitor Center from 11:30a–Noon as a thank-you to our volunteers.

Your time and effort help keep the gardens beautiful for everyone. We’d love to see you there! 

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center + throughout the gardens

THU . NOV 19 . 6-8p

WORKSHOP: Christmas Tree Night Light

Join us in painting this Light-Up Christmas Tree Night Light guided by artist Mercedes from Captured on Canvas!

INCLUDED: Ceramic tree, colored lights, light bulb with plug-in base, and everything you'll need to paint the tree! Great for ages 6+!

Registration details coming soon!

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: Captured on Canvas

DECEMBER 2026

THU . DEC 3 . 6-8p

WORKSHOP: Holiday Porch Pot

Create Your Own One-of-a-Kind Winter Porch Pot!

Bring the magic of the season to your porch! Join Rech Family Gardens for a hands-on workshop where you’ll design a stunning winter porch pot bursting with festive charm. Everything you need is provided: planters, lush fresh evergreens, decorative branches, pinecones, sparkling ribbons, and a variety of seasonal accents like red berries, glitter twigs, and shimmering gold and silver details. All you need to bring is your festive cheer! Get step-by-step guidance, inspiration from sample designs, and pro tips to keep your creation looking beautiful all season long — and into the New Year. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crafter, this workshop is perfect for everyone. And yes, sweet treats are included to make the experience even more delightful!

Cost: $70 | Please check back for ticketing + registration.

Location: Heinemann Visitor Center

Sponsor: Rech Family Gardens