Sundays, May 14 through October 29, 8:30-12:30 In the Northside TownCenter at the intersection of N. Sherman Ave. and Northport Dr. across from Warner Park.     The Northside Farmers Market is a nonprofit community enterprise. It is one of the newest and fastest growing farmers' markets in Dane County. In keeping with the innovative […]

Begin at Hometown Junction Park, Railroad St., Verona or 1030 Middleton St., Madison Cost $15 Eight gardens are featured on this garden tour. Fundraising proceeds will be used for a scholarship awarded to a college freshman studying horticulture or environmental issues and also for district projects. Contact Karen @ karenleewahl@gmail.com for info.

In the Bolz Conservatory THE BUTTERFLIES ARE BACK! Blooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Visitors make connections with these fluttering friends while learning about the butterfly life cycle. Two chrysalis cases provide opportunities to possibly witness a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis! During Blooming […]

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. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. 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

In the Bolz Conservatory THE BUTTERFLIES ARE BACK! Blooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Visitors make connections with these fluttering friends while learning about the butterfly life cycle. Two chrysalis cases provide opportunities to possibly witness a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis! During Blooming […]

In the Bolz Conservatory THE BUTTERFLIES ARE BACK! Blooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Visitors make connections with these fluttering friends while learning about the butterfly life cycle. Two chrysalis cases provide opportunities to possibly witness a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis! During Blooming […]

Family Class We will share stories and create nature art and crafts. This class is for preschool-age children and their adult caregivers. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Fee: $20 per family/group of up to four people. Register by July 10 @ arboretum.wisc.edu/group-classes/learning-together-flowers-and-their-insect-friends/. Meet at the […]

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 […]

Saturdays, April 15 thru November 11, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 19 thru November 1, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org

In the Bolz Conservatory THE BUTTERFLIES ARE BACK! Blooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Visitors make connections with these fluttering friends while learning about the butterfly life cycle. Two chrysalis cases provide opportunities to possibly witness a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis! During Blooming […]

Come to the garden and learn how to create an everlasting dried arrangement. We will discuss and learn over 60 minutes about drying plants and how to use them. We will start with a garden tour where we go over the best plants to dry and how those dried materials have been used by humans […]

In the Bolz Conservatory THE BUTTERFLIES ARE BACK! Blooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Visitors make connections with these fluttering friends while learning about the butterfly life cycle. Two chrysalis cases provide opportunities to possibly witness a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis! During Blooming […]

Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr., Janesville, WI 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 Thursday of the month (April-September). The tours are free for RBG members, or […]

In the Bolz Conservatory THE BUTTERFLIES ARE BACK! Blooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Visitors make connections with these fluttering friends while learning about the butterfly life cycle. Two chrysalis cases provide opportunities to possibly witness a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis! During Blooming […]

Saturdays, April 15 thru November 11, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 19 thru November 1, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org

In the Bolz Conservatory THE BUTTERFLIES ARE BACK! Blooming Butterflies features up to 19 different species of free flying butterflies in the tropical Bolz Conservatory. Visitors make connections with these fluttering friends while learning about the butterfly life cycle. Two chrysalis cases provide opportunities to possibly witness a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis! During Blooming […]