Nature Search
Flora Borealis
Through Aug. 26, 7 p.m., Thursdays-Saturdays, 6 p.m., Thursdays-Saturdays, 6 p.m. and Thursdays-Saturdays, 6 p.m. Continues through Oct. 20Arts, Nature
Summers in St. Louis are no picnic, what with the brutal heat and oppressive humidity. At night conditions improve a bit, and that's the time to get outside and experience the city. The Missouri Botanical Garden (4344 Shaw Boulevard; www.mobot.org) takes full advantage of the nocturnal respite with Flora Borealis, a nighttime-only special exhibition. Thanks to the artistic and technical brilliance of AVI Systems Inc., a section of the garden is temporarily transformed into a new experience with active lights, moving images and sounds that alter and enhance the familiar landscape. Tickets for Flora Borealis are $10 to $25 and are sold for specific time slots each night (Thursday through Tuesday through August 26). While you're waiting for your scheduled time you can take advantage of MoBOT’s new tented biergarten, which features live entertainment on select nights. $10-$25
Arbormeisters Homebrew and Craft Beer Festival
Sat., Sept. 8, 1-5 p.m.
314-533-5323info@moreleaf.org
Live Music, Food and Drink, Nature
@ CommuniTree Gardens Nursery, 2194 Creve Ceour Mill Rd. South, St. Louis, MO 63146
Each homebrew includes at least one ingredient sourced from a tree! Enjoy these unique brews while enjoying the natural setting of Forest ReLeaf's Communitree Gardens Nursery in Creve Coeur Park. All proceeds benefit Forest ReLeaf's mission of "planting trees, enriching communities." Attendees will have the opportunity to rate the various brews and vote for their favorites; may the best homebrewer win!
You will enjoy live music, CommuniTree Gardens nursery tours, raffle prizes, food trucks with food for sale and additional food and beverages.
Tickets are $30 in advance, $50 for VIP and $35 at the gate.
$30
Citizen Science in the School Garden
Sat., Sept. 8, 10-11 a.m. 314-588-9600education@gatewaygreening.org
Free Events, Classes and Seminars, Nature
Join Saint Louis Zoo Educators to learn how to connect young children with their local habitats through citizen science projects. Children all over the world can collect, interpret, and submit scientific data to help real scientists solve big problems and answer important questions. In this hour-long, hands-on workshop we will learn about different citizen science opportunities and how to get your classroom involved. Instructor: Kelsey Navin, St. Louis Zoo Register for the workshop at http://www.gatewaygreening.org/educators/ Free, but registration required.
http://www.gatewaygreening.org/educators/Demonstration Garden Tour
Sat., Sept. 22, 10-11 a.m. 314-588-9600outreach@gatewaygreening.org
Free Events, Nature, Classes and Seminars
Visit Gateway Greening's Demonstration Garden on Bell Avenue and learn about some of the growing techniques used in St. Louis urban gardening. This tour is open to the public, and no RSVP is required. We will start promptly at 10:00am, so give yourself time to arrive early. Please help us to continue to provide tours and other educational events around St. Louis by contributing a $5 suggested donation. $5 Suggested Donation
Designing Youth Garden Spaces
Sat., Oct. 6, 10-11 a.m. 314-588-9600education@gatewaygreening.org
Classes and Seminars, Free Events, Nature
Gardens are often not designed for small feet, curious hands, and the abundant energy of kids and teens. With the right planning, these spaces can become joy-filled, low maintenance locations for exploration and learning. Join EarthDance farmer and educator Kaitie Adams for this hands-on workshop focusing on garden/outdoor space layout, choosing the right plants for your youth, tips on getting the most out of small spaces, and activities that make garden work seem like recess. Instructor: Kaitie Adams, EarthDance Organic Farm School Register at http://www.gatewaygreening.org/educators/ Free, but registration required.
http://www.gatewaygreening.org/educators/Keeping Momentum Through Winter for School Gardens
Sat., Nov. 10, 10-11 a.m. 314-588-9600education@gatewaygreening.org
Classes and Seminars, Free Events, Nature
During winter months the garden may look dead and drab. If you know where to look, the winter garden is full of inspiration and science lessons. No need to wait till sprince to visit the garden. This hour-long workshop will help you find the wonder in the winter garden. Instructor: Almut Marino, Maplewood Richmond Heights School District Register at http://www.gatewaygreening.org/educators/ Free, but registration required.
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