Welcome!
The Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens host a variety of classes and events year-round at Boerner Botanical Gardens.
November 2018
Thanksgiving Centerpieces
Bring something a little different to the table this Thanksgiving. We’ll guide you through creating your own beautiful centerpiece with seasonal flowers and Holiday accents. All supplies provided. $50 general public / $45 members Limited space remaining – please call 414-525-5653 for registration.
December 2018
Holiday Gift Fair with Santa
Featuring: Free event admission Visits with Santa Claus and Gnorman the Gnome Unique, high quality gifts for sale from area artists and crafters Seasonal entertainment Children’s crafts from FBBG Special holiday brunch available from Zilli Hospitality at regular price* Fun for the whole family! Event takes place in the Visitor Center and is open to the public. This December the Friends of Boerner offer you a fun opportunity to skip the holiday shopping mall madness and enjoy a relaxed event…
Vintage Sign Making for the Holidays
Artist Beth Stoddard from Farmhouse Paint and Sip will guide you step by step to create your own custom home decor piece. All supplies provided, signs are 8 x 12. $30 per person/$25 FBBG Members Select Registration Type Members $25 General Public $30
Holiday Wreath Making
Annie Oklobdzija from The Wild Pansy teaches you how to make and bind your own holiday wreath! All supplies provided. This class is always very popular–early registration is encouraged! $45 general public / $40 members This class is full! Please call us at 414-525-5653 to be added to the waiting list or to be notified if we add another session. In the mean time, can we interest you in our August 18th Hypertufa Birdbath making class, our September 20th Winter…
Holiday Gnome!
This class is so popular we added another session! Build a Scandinavian nisse inspired Winter Gnome out of fresh smelling evergreen! This cute craft makes an excellent Holiday decoration or gift! Perfect for families to build together! All supplies provided. $25 general public / $20 members Thank you for your interest. The in-person classes are full but you can “follow along at home” with our new online class over Facebook livestream! Click here for online class information and the list…
Holiday Gnome!
Build a Scandinavian-inspired Winter Gnome out of fresh smelling evergreen! This cute craft makes an excellent Holiday decoration or gift! Perfect for families to build together! All supplies provided. $25 general public / $20 members Thank you for your interest. The in-person class is full but you can “follow along at home” with our new online class over Facebook livestream! Click here for online class information and the list of materials needed.
January 2019
Winterfest 2019
Conquer your cabin fever with: Winter nature walks Indoor and outdoor games and activities Hot drinks Family fun! FREE admission; educator-led family winter nature walks $5 Event held in the Boerner Visitor Center Call 414-525-5661 for more information
