This Weekend: Spring Fling!
Posted in Programs and Events on March 22 2013, by Matt Newman
Cocktails, crocuses, and more cymbidiums than you can count? That’s a resounding “yes!” you’re hearing as we move into our first weekend of spring, kicking off in flirtatious fashion with the second in our ongoing series of Orchid Evenings. In fact, the first was such a runaway success that we’ve even added a few more nights to our upcoming rotation, just in time for this weekend’s event to sell out! We’ll let you know if more tickets are added for the 23, but for now, we’re just all kinds of giddy over the weekend to come.
As with each Orchid Evening, Saturday night’s evening under the lights will be highlighted by a local spirit–in this case, a fine whiskey from our friends at Tirado Distillery. And the cranberry-splashed mojitos aren’t the only mood enhancer on the menu; DJ Julio is also on the ticket, bringing smooth beats to the table for unmatched ambiance. Afterward, it’s over to the classic Italian fare of Arthur Avenue, where we’ve partnered with several restaurants to get you discounts on dinner. As far as planning your evening outing goes, I feel like this one’s sort of a no-brainer.
We’re looking at mostly clear skies and afternoons packed with ostentatious orchids, otherwise, so make a little space on your weekend calendar for the Orchid Show! Spring is definitely here, and while the air may be a bit brisk for flip-flops and tank tops, the Garden’s outdoor blooms don’t lie. Check out our Orchid Evenings page for registration information for future events, and head below for the full Saturday and Sunday schedules.
Saturday, March 23
Bird Walk – 11 a.m.
Meet at the Reflecting Pool at the Leon Levy Visitor Center
The diverse habitats of the Botanical Garden offer visitors a chance to see dozens of species of birds throughout the year. Bring your binoculars and walk the Garden grounds with an expert.
Music from the World of Orchids – 1 & 3 p.m.
In the Ross Hall
Orchids fascinate and touch the lives of people in every country and culture. Enjoy a selection of music from around the world–different artists play popular tunes from a featured continent each weekend—to compliment your visit.
This Weekend: Mexico
Orchid Care Demonstrations: Dividing and Repotting Orchids – 2 & 3 p.m.
In the Conservatory GreenSchool
Orchids periodically need a healthy new home. Learn how to divide and repot your orchids, exploring different potting mediums to use and some basic repotting techniques.
Orchid Care Q&A – 2 to 5 p.m.
In Shop in the Garden
Gardening and orchid experts share their best secrets and explain the simple steps to healthy plants as they help you choose the right plant for your home.
Orchid Evenings – 6:30 to 9 p.m.
The Enid A. Haupt Conservatory
This weekend’s event has sold out, but we just opened up a handful of extra Orchid Evening events for coming weekends. Head to our ticket page to register for a later date: Non-Member $30/Member $20 (Adults 21 and over) Advance tickets recommended; includes complimentary cocktail.
Enjoy a cocktail while viewing The Orchid Show and its thousands of spectacular flowers. The unforgettable beauty of these spectacular flowers makes for one of New York City’s most romantic date destinations. Your ticket includes a complimentary cocktail and special dinner offers at some outstanding restaurants on Little Italy’s Arthur Avenue.
Sunday, March 24
Music from the World of Orchids – 1 & 3 p.m.
In the Ross Hall
Orchids fascinate and touch the lives of people in every country and culture. Enjoy a selection of music from around the world–different artists play popular tunes from a featured continent each weekend—to compliment your visit.
This Weekend: Mexico
Orchid Care Demonstrations: Dividing and Repotting Orchids – 2 & 3 p.m.
In the Conservatory GreenSchool
Orchids periodically need a healthy new home. Learn how to divide and repot your orchids, exploring different potting mediums to use and some basic repotting techniques.
Orchid Care Q&A – 2 to 5 p.m.
In Shop in the Garden
Gardening and orchid experts share their best secrets and explain the simple steps to healthy plants as they help you choose the right plant for your home.
Ongoing Children’s Programs, March 2 – April 22
Little Landscapes
In the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden
Weekdays, 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. / Weekends, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The plant world comes alive in a big way at the Discovery Center this spring. Kids step inside the world of plants and create their own terrarium to bring home. They’ll be inspired to create a rocky and mossy world in a jar by looking closely at a wide array of artistic and scientific terrariums, and while they’re at it, they can use a microscope to take a closer look at some classic terrarium characters like moss, lichens, and rocks. The Discovery Center will feature an exhibition of detailed and whimsical terrariums made by Brooklyn-based artists from Twig Terrariums.
