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Olbrich Garden’s Spring Flower Show
Olbrich Garden’s Spring Flower Show
As spring approaches, most people are ready to get away from the long winter. Come see what Olbrich Gardens is coloring up for our Spring Flower Show, ROY G. BIV’s Rainbow Rooms! It’s mulitcolored mayhem! A prismatic party! Creative colorful chaos! Explore the bright home of Roy G. Biv during Olbrich’s Spring Flower Show! Monochromatic […]
Garden Stroll @ the Arboretum
Garden Stroll @ the Arboretum
This gently paced stroll through the gardens is well-suited for a multi-generational outing. Learn about plants, animals, and fungi; phenology; and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Free, no registration required. Meet […]
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Ponds, Pines and Birds-Finding Mary Oliver (Arboretum)
Ponds, Pines and Birds-Finding Mary Oliver (Arboretum)
Class Mary Oliver has given us hundreds of poems featuring ponds, pines, and birds, all of which we can find at the Arboretum. We’ll read Mary Oliver poetry from books including Owls and Other Fantasies, Winter Hours, Blue Iris, and White Pine as inspiration to find our own topics to write about from the trail. […]
The Canopy Sessions at Olbrich Gardens
The Canopy Sessions at Olbrich Gardens
In the Bolz Conservatory Start your weekend with a live concert performed in one of Madison’s most unique venues. Explore the tropics, enjoy the warmth, and be entertained by some of the area's most talented musicians. Purchase tickets in-advance online @ Order Tickets or by calling Mike Gibson at 608-243-0156 Ticket revenue supports local musicians […]
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Dane County Late Winter Farmer’s Market
Dane County Late Winter Farmer’s Market
The Garver Feed Mill behind Olbrich Botanical Gardens, 3241 Garver Green (access off Fair Oaks Ave.) The Late Winter Market runs each Saturday from January 8th until the beginning of the outdoor season. Get your market fix all year long. You will still find many of your favorite Dane County Farmers’ Market members, as well as […]
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Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Let your eyes adjust to the moonlight, listen to the night sounds, and experience the darkness on this naturalist-guided walk. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center. University of WI Arboretum 1207 Seminole Hwy. […]
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Dane County Late Winter Farmer’s Market
Dane County Late Winter Farmer’s Market
The Garver Feed Mill behind Olbrich Botanical Gardens, 3241 Garver Green (access off Fair Oaks Ave.) The Late Winter Market runs each Saturday from January 8th until the beginning of the outdoor season. Get your market fix all year long. You will still find many of your favorite Dane County Farmers’ Market members, as well as […]
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Learning Together—Springtime Awakenings @ the Arboretum
Learning Together—Springtime Awakenings @ the Arboretum
We will take a walk to listen for birds and frogs, look for new leaves on trees and woodland wildflowers. We will share stories and create nature art and crafts. This class is for preschool-aged children and their adult caregivers. Adults must attend. Meet at the Visitor Center. Fee: $20 per family/group up to four […]
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
Sky Dance @ the Arboretum
Sky Dance @ the Arboretum
Listen for frogs and other night animals, like woodcocks. We can’t guarantee that wildlife will appear, but if they do we may see the woodcock’s fascinating mating ritual known as “sky dance.” Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. […]
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Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center. University of WI […]
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
Rotary Garden’s What’s in Bloom? Tour
Rotary Garden’s What’s in Bloom? Tour
Rotary Botanical Gardens Director of Horticulture, Michael Jesiolowski will provide a behind-the-scenes look at what’s blooming this month and answer any questions you may have. What’s in Bloom? Tours take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month (April- August) and the 4th Wednesday of September. The tours are free for RBG members, or $10 […]
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
Magnolias @ the Arboretum
Magnolias @ the Arboretum
Tour the Longenecker Horticultural Gardens’ extensive collection of more than 80 magnolia trees. Join David Stevens, garden curator, for a blast of dazzling spring color. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center. University of WI Arboretum 1207 Seminole Hwy. Madison, WI 53711 608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu
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Garden Stroll @ the Arboretum
Garden Stroll @ the Arboretum
This gently paced stroll through the gardens is well-suited for a multi-generational outing. Learn about plants, animals, and fungi; phenology; and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Free, no registration required. Meet […]
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
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Extended Spring Hours Begin @ Klein’s
The days are longer and there’s lots to do in the garden. We make shopping easier to fit into your hectic schedule by offering extended retail hours during May. Evenings are a great time to shop at Klein’s. The greenhouses are cooler and the lines are shorter. It makes for a more relaxed shopping experience […]
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
Early Signs of Spring @ the Arboretum
Early Signs of Spring @ the Arboretum
As trees begin to leaf out, Dutchman’s breeches, twin-leaf, and rue-anemones might be blooming in the woodland gardens, and pasqueflower and prairie-smoke in the prairie gardens. Susan Carpenter, Arboretum native plant gardener, will lead this tour. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center. University of WI Arboretum 1207 Seminole Hwy. Madison, WI 53711 […]