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  • Food as Medicine

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Food as Medicine Monday, January 8, 10:00 - 11:30am Led by Asma Ali, Certified Nutrition and Wellness Coach. Learn about the healing power of food and how it can help […]

  • Winterfest 2024

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    WINTERFEST Join us Sunday, January 21 to cure your winter cabin fever. You'll enjoy indoor activities for kids of all ages and families, guided winter walks and more. Winter walks […]

  • Winter Wonderland Jar Workshop

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Winter Wonderland Jar Workshop Instructor:  Laura Staats Monday, January 22, 2024, 10:00 am to Noon Age Level:  Adult   Class Size:  20 Cost:  FBBG Members $15, Non-members:  $20 Celebrate the beauty […]

  • Painting Florals with Acylics on Canvas

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Painting Florals with Acylics on Canvas Friday, February 2, 10:00am - 12:00pm Led by instructor Lindsay Bullis. Cost: $30/FBBG member, $35 non-member Violets are the flower of the month for […]

  • Boxes and Baskets of Love

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Boxes and Baskets of Love Led by instructor Laura Staats Monday, February 12 10:00 am - Noon Class Size:  20 Cost:  $10/FBBG Members, $15/Non-members Hearts abound in this workshop where […]

  • Ribbon Wind Catcher

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Ribbon Wind Catcher Class Led by instructor Cookie Anderson Friday, March 8, 10-11:30am Class Size:  15 Cost:  $10/FBBG Members, $15/Non-members Register  

  • Paint Cherry Blossoms on a Wine Glass

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Paint Cherry Blossoms on a Wine Glass Wednesday, April 10 from 1:00-3:00pm $20 FBBG members/$25 public Students will learn to create flowers with brush strokes using paint formulated for glass; […]

  • Spring Garden Prep

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Spring Garden Prep Friday, April 12, 1:00 - 3:30pm It's time for Spring gardening!  Nick will talk about spring garden preparation.  How and when to prune trees, shrubs, and perennials; […]

  • Nature and Journaling – The Perfect Combination

    Nature and Journaling - The Perfect Combination Friday, April 26—1:00-3:00pm Led by Denise Kunz Join us for a guided walk through the gardens as winter begins its slumber and spring […]

  • Teacup Bouquet

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Friday, May 10  - 10:00-12:00 Join Laura Staats and honor an heirloom or start a tradition of your own by creating a precious bouquet in a teacup or mug.   This […]

  • Photographing Nature with your Smartphone

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Photgraphing Nature with your Smartphone Friday, May 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm Join Terri Hart-Ellis to learn the mechanics of the camera on your smartphone, then learn more about exposure and […]

  • Herb & Artisan Fair

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    THE HERB SOCIETY OF AMERICA - WI UNIT - HERB AND ARTISAN FAIR Saturday, May 18 - 9:00am-3:00pm Boerner Botanical Gardens Free Parking and Event Entry - Admission fee if […]

  • FBBG’s 40th Anniversary Open House

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    FBBG’S 40th ANNIVERSARY OPEN HOUSE EVENT CELEBRATING 40 YEARS SUPPORTING HISTORIC BOERNER DATE: Sunday, May 19, 11am – 2pm Gardens will be open, flowers in bloom. FREE Admission day at Boerner! […]

  • Photographing Flowers Using Your Camera

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Photographing Flowers Using Your Camera THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY FULL - Please call 414-525-5659 to be put on a wait list. Friday, May 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm Join Phyllis Bankier, […]

  • YOGA IN THE GARDENS – JUNE 5 REGISTRATION/PRE-PAYMENT

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    YOGA IN THE GARDENS with Alex Druzny Wednesdays, 6:30—7:30 p.m. $10 members/$15 non-member Come join us to experience the beauty and peacefulness of the historic Botanical Gardens and Yoga! Bring your […]

  • BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS with Colleen Resendez of the Audubon Society

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS Learn about birdwatching and how to find and identify birds! Led by Colleen Resendez of WI Audubon Society Friday, June 7, 8:30-10:00am Class Size:  25 Cost:  $10/FBBG […]

  • 2024 Art In the Gardens Craft Fair

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    14th Annual Art at the Gardens Craft Fair Sunday, June 9, 10am -3pm Showcasing over 45 local artists and crafters.  Featuring a unique selection of handmade jewelry, garden art, photography, […]

  • PEACE CRANE ORIGAMI WREATHS with Kristina Paris

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    PEACE CRANE ORIGAMI WREATHS with Kristina Paris Friday, June 21 10:00am - 12:00pm Our class is for those that have a little experience folding or for thost that have patience […]

  • SKETCHING FLOWERS IN THE GARDEN – Friday, June 28

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    SKETCHING FLOWERS IN THE GARDEN Friday, June 28 OR Friday, July 12  9:30am - 12:30 pm Led by instructor Jodi Brzezinski No experience needed. Materials provided. $10 FBBG members/$15 non-members […]

  • Artist Meet and Greet, Bees & Honey and Pop-up Tea Event

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    The next FBBG Gift Shop Artist Meet/Greet is set for Saturday, July 6, from 10:30am-1:00pm with one of most popular artists, the incredible Eloise Elaine Mote of Eloise Art. Eloise […]

  • SKETCHING FLOWERS IN THE GARDEN – JULY 12

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    SKETCHING FLOWERS IN THE GARDEN Friday, July 12  9:30am - 12:30 pm Led by instructor Jodi Brzezinski No experience needed. Materials provided. $10 FBBG members/$15 non-members Limit 12 per class—Adults […]

  • FBBG Gift Shop Artist Meet and Greet with Carla Frohne

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    FBBG Gift Shop Artist Meet and Greet! Join us for this week’s Meet/Greet with artist/leather tooler/journal maker Carla Frohne. Carla will be at the FBBG Gift Store on Saturday, July […]

  • Herb Day 2024

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Herb Day - Sunday, July 21, 2024 11:00am-3:00pm Sponsored by the HSA - WI Unit, Herb Day is held at Boerner Botanical Gardens in July each year. Herbs for Tea […]

  • LEARN THE BEAUTIFUL ART of Drawing with Pastels

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    LEARN THE BEAUTIFUL ART of Drawing with Pastels Monday, August 5, 10:00am - 12:00 pm Led by instructor Jodi Brzezinski Learn to create rich drawings with this soft medium! All supplies […]

  • UPCYCYLED ART – Create Art Using Recyclables

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    UPCYCLED ART - Creating Art Using Recyclables With Karen Fairbanks Friday, August 9 ,10:00am - 12:00pm Learn a new hobby while helping the environment! Create pieces of upcycled art.  Materials […]

  • FBBG Gift Shop Vendor Meet & Greet – 4 Vendors

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    FBBG Gift Shop Vendor Meet & Greet with 4 popular artists! Join the FBBG Gift Store for our 1st Back-to-School artist meet/greet on August 10.. Vendors include: Angelica Garcia (reading […]

  • FBBG Gift Shop Artist Mini Trunk Show/Author Signing

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Join the FBBG Gift Store on 8/17 from 10a-2p for a wonderful mini-trunk show by artist Michael Burmesch & author signing by Stephanie Feuerstein (Monarch’s Gift). Michael will have a […]

  • 2024 Member Appreciation Event

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    FBBG Annual Member Appreciation Picnic Event Free Event for FBBG Members - Guests may attend at the cost of $20/person (to cover food) 5-7:30pm ~ Rain or shine! Complimentary picnic […]

  • Painting Sunflowers on a Jar

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Friday, August 23 - 1:30-3:30pm Led by Tammy Lauf Students will learn to create flowers with brush strokes using paint formulated for glass; brush detail work, color mixing and using […]

  • FBBG Gift Shop Vendor Meet & Greet with Samanth Sternweiss

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Samantha Sternweiss ‘the rock lady’ & creative force behind Beach Rock Studio 26, will be at the FBBG Gift Store for a vendor meet/greet on Aug25! She will be bringing […]

  • Capture the Garden Through Journaling

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Capture the Garden Through Journaling Monday, September 9, 1:00 - 4:00pm With Denise Kunz (published  author) Join published author, Denise Kunz, as she chooses two contrasting gardens to sit and […]

  • Fall Garden Walks

    Fall Garden Walks
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Join us as the seasons change and enjoy the beautiful  fall colors at Boerner. All walks 10:00—11:30am  $5/person Registration not required.  Meet in front of the Education & Visitor Center […]

  • Herbs for Winter Wellness

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Herbs for Winter Wellness with Colleen Resendiz Monday, September 16, 10:00am-12:00pm Cost: $10/FBBG members and $15/non-members Join us to learn about some different herbs and oils for wellness as we […]

  • Chinese Brush Painting – September 20 class

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Chinese Brush Painting Friday, September 20  from 10 am - 1 pm $30 FBBG members/$35 public Chinese Brush Painting is a traditional, meditative art form. Discover a variety of different […]

  • Chinese Brush Painting – September 21 Class

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Chinese Brush Painting Saturday, September 21 from 10 am - 1 pm $30 FBBG members/$35 public Chinese Brush Painting is a traditional, meditative art form. Discover a variety of different techniques […]

  • Fall Garden Walks

    Fall Garden Walks
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Join us as the seasons change and enjoy the beautiful  fall colors at Boerner. All walks 10:00—11:30am  $5/person Registration not required.  Meet in front of the Education & Visitor Center […]

  • Watercolors for Beginners

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    WATERCOLORS for Beginners With Jodi Brzezinki, art educator FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 9:30am - 12:30 pm $10 FBBG members/$15 public This class will introduce you to painting with watercolors.  Learn some […]

  • Herbal Tea 101

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    HERBAL TEA 101 With Nick Nowaczyk of Urbal Tea Co. Monday, October 7, 10:00am - 12:00pm Learn about the wonders of plants specifically through herbal teas.  Learn how herbs work with […]

  • Experience Nature through Art

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    "Experience Nature through Art" with Artist & Art Therapist Rosemary Pearson, MSAT of Donna Lexa Community Art Centers. October 10, 1:30-3:30pm Brought to you by the Friends of Boerner Botanical […]

  • Fall Garden Walks

    Fall Garden Walks
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Join us as the seasons change and enjoy the beautiful  fall colors at Boerner. All walks 10:00—11:30am  $5/person Registration not required.  Meet in front of the Education & Visitor Center […]

  • Fall Garden Walks

    Fall Garden Walks
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Join us as the seasons change and enjoy the beautiful  fall colors at Boerner. All walks 10:00—11:30am  $5/person Registration not required.  Meet in front of the Education & Visitor Center […]

  • Herbalicious Soups & Breads

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Herbalicious Soups & Breads with AJ Star & Denise  Nelson of the Herb Society THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL - TO BE PUT ON A WAITLIST, PLEASE CALL 414-525-5659. Monday, […]

  • Plant, Propagate and Grow Succulents

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Plant, Propagate and Grow Succulents Monday, November 4 from 1:30 - 3:30pm Led by instructor Karla Geiger, Master Gardener Join us during the chilly Autumn weather to discuss cacti and succulents.  […]

  • Book Making

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    BOOK MAKING With Cookie Anderson, Crafter Friday, November 8, 10:00am-12:00pm $15 general public / $10 FBBG members Learn the art of book making.  You will make several books to take […]

  • Origami Ornaments

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Origami Ornaments with Kristina Paris Monday, November 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm Learn how to fold a six-sided cube using 6 sheets    of origami paper. Great for year-round decorations and ornaments. […]

  • Create a Thanksgiving Centerpiece

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Create a Thanksgiving Centerpiece With Alice Zaganczyk and Jodi Keller, Craft Enthusiasts Friday, November 22 10:00am-12:00 pm. $10 FBBG members/$15 public Create a faux pumpkin floral arrangement using dried fall […]

  • Create Handmade Greeting Cards

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Create Handmade Greeting Cards Led by instructor Alice Zaganczyk, Craft Enthusiast Friday, December 6, 10:00am-12:00pm Cost:  $10/FBBG Members, $15/Non-members Create handmade cards for this holiday season.  Learn to layer paper […]

  • 2024 FBBG Holiday Gift Fair

    FBBG Annual Holidy Gift Fair Sunday, December 8, 10am-2pm Unique, quality gifts from dozens of area crafters and artists.  Perfect for all your holiday shopping! Free admission to the fair!

  • Winter Wonderland Jars

    Winter Wonderland Jars Friday, December 13, 10:00am-12:00pm $15 FBBG members/$20 public Led by Laura Staats Create your own little snowy “world.”  We will provide you with a beautiful weighted-bottom jar, […]

  • Ornament Painting: Winter Trees, Acrylics on frosted glass

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Ornament Painting class: Winter Trees, Acrylics on frosted glass Mon, Dec 16, 1:30-3:30 Cost: $10 FBBG Members/$15 Non-members Level: Beginner Age: 18+ Just in time for your tree! Learn to […]

  • Plant Life Under the Surface

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Plant Life Under the Surface With Chris Chitambar, Master Gardener Monday, January 13, 10:00-11:30 Learn about the science of soil, including roots, nutrients, microbes, plant networks, and possible ways to […]

  • Kick Start Your Health

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Kick Start Your Health With Kathy Egan, Licensed Food for Life Instructor Friday, January 24 10:00am-12:00 pm. Through instruction & a cooking demonstration, attendees will be introduced to the power […]

  • Winterfest

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    WINTERFEST 2025 Sponsored by Blumel's Sunday,  January 26, 10am-2pm Children’s Indoor Crafts & Activities: FREE Guided Winter Walks: FREE Activities with Wehr Nature Center: FREE Food Trucks Winter walks last […]

  • Wheat Weaving

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Wheat Weaving Monday, February 3, 10am-12pm Just in time for Valentine’s Day, learn the art of wheat weaving. Pieces were often used as courting favors, so it was common to […]

  • Foods for a Healthy Heart

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Foods for a Healty Heart With Kathy Eagan, Certified Food for Life Instructor Monday, February 17 10:00am-12:00 pm. Through instruction & a cooking demonstration, attendees will learn the impact of […]

  • Mushrooms in the Kitchen

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Mushrooms in the Kitchen Friday, February 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm Cleaning, storing, and cooking mushrooms to their best Cost: $15/members and $20/non-members. Ages 18 and up. Register

  • Power Foods for the Brain

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Power Foods for the Brain With Kathy Egan, Licensed Food for Life Instructor Friday, March 14, 10:00am-12:00 pm. Through instruction & a cooking demonstration, attendees will learn strategies for maintaining […]

  • Spring Landscape Painting with Acrylic on Canvas

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Spring Landscape Painting with Acrylic on Canvas THIS CLASS IS FULL - Please call 414-525-5653 to be put on a waitlist. Friday, March 21 from 1:00 - 3:30pm With Tammy […]

  • Getting Ready for Spring Gardening

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Getting Ready for Spring Gardening with Zannah Crowe Monday, March 24, 10:00am-12:00pm Come and join us to hear tips and suggestions for success in starting up your home garden for […]

  • 2025 Garden Book Exchange

    Garden Book Exchange
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Get ready for Spring! Be part of our Garden Book Exchange. BOOK DONATIONS REQUESTED THROUGH MARCH 14 Donate your gently used garden-related books to the FBBG Gift Shop:  Open Monday-Friday […]

  • 2025 Garden Book Exchange

    Garden Book Exchange
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Get ready for Spring! Be part of our Garden Book Exchange. BOOK DONATIONS REQUESTED THROUGH MARCH 14 Donate your gently used garden-related books to the FBBG Gift Shop:  Open Monday-Friday […]

  • Recycled Garden Art

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Recycled Garden Art with Karen Fairbanks Friday, April 4 , 10:00am - 12:00pm Create garden art from recycled detergent and beverage caps, as well as washed ashore plastic, utilizing provided […]

  • Raised Bed Gardening

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Raised Bed Gardening THIS CLASS IS FULL - PLEASE CALL 414-525-5653 to be put on a waitlist with Jim Gill, Master Gardener Monday, April 7, 10:00-11:30am Raised bed gardening is […]

  • Foods for Fitness

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Foods for Fitness With Kathy Egan, Licensed Food for Life Instructor Monday, April 14, 10:00am-12:00 pm. Through instruction & a cooking demonstration, this class aims to empower attendees with the […]

  • Intro to Monarchs

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Introduction to Monarchs and Their Preservation With Terri Hart-Ellis , Master Naturalist Friday, May 2; 10:00-12:00 $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Learn all about monarchs, including current conservation efforts and what […]

  • Warblers & Other Spring Migrants

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Warblers and Other Spring Migrants With Colleen Resendiz Monday, May 5; 9:00-11:00 $15 FBBG Members/$20 non-members Limit – 20 people Warblers, migrating birds and our summer residents are on the […]

  • Wednesday Garden Walks

    Wednesday Garden Walks

    WEDNESDAY GARDEN WALKS Wednesdays, 6:00—7:30 p.m. - $5 per person Reservations are not required for walks. Please meet in front of the Education & Visior Center. May 7—Spring Garden, Chris […]

  • World Bonsai Day

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    World Bonsai Day Saturday, May 19 - 9:00am - 4:00pm Milwaukee County Parks invites the community to experience the artistry and tradition of bonsai at the World Bonsai Exhibit, hosted […]

  • Wednesday Garden Walks

    Wednesday Garden Walks

    WEDNESDAY GARDEN WALKS Wednesdays, 6:00—7:30 p.m. - $5 per person Reservations are not required for walks. Please meet in front of the Education & Visior Center. May 7—Spring Garden, Chris […]

  • 2025 Herb and Artisan Fair

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    2025 Herb and Artisan Fair Saturday, May 17 - 9am - 3pm The Herb Society of America, Wisconsin Unit brings you the annual Herb & Artisan Fair at Boerner Botanical […]

  • Garden Pests & Diseases – Solutions!

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Garden Pests and Diseases – Solutions! With Nick Ternes, owner of Botanophilia Monday, May 19; 1:00-3:00 $15/20 Limit - 40 Learn to identify problems caused by pests and diseases in […]

  • Learn to Paint with Watercolors – May 23

    Learn to Paint with Watercolors
    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Drive, Hales Corners, WI, United States

    Learn to Paint with Watercolors With Jodi Brezenski, art educator This class will introduce you to paintingn with watercolors.  Learn some techniquest to paint florals and landscapes. Friday, May 23 […]

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