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In addition to the lively tours and guided walks taking place throughout the grounds, this weekend the Garden welcomes couples, friends, and singles alike for a romantic roster of Valentine’s Day events. After all, what says “be my Valentine” better than an effusion of flowers, and what are we if not the largest bouquet in the five boroughs?<\/p>\n
This afternoon we’re featuring a special Valentine’s Day Tea Talk<\/a>, where our own site history expert, Wayne Cahilly, will lead a lecture on the history of Valentine’s Day. Guests will enjoy tea, finger sandwiches, and sweets in our Garden Terrace Room while discovering the holiday’s fascinating origins.<\/p>\n This evening, February 14, is also the first Valentine’s Day Date at Tropical Paradise<\/em><\/a>, with tickets rapidly disappearing. But even if you can’t get your registration in for tonight, there’s an additional Valentine’s Date taking place this Saturday night, February 15. You can find more information on these exclusive annual events, secure tickets, and more on our Tropical Paradise<\/em> programming page<\/a>! Saturday, February 15 Tropical Paradise Roaming Guides \u2013 10 a.m.\u20134 p.m.<\/b> Take a trip through paradise with a Garden guide who will highlight interesting plants of our permanent collection in Enid A. Haupt Conservatory<\/a>. Touch and smell samples of featured plants including vanilla, coconut, and nutmeg and get a sense of place through photographs of these plants in the wild.<\/p>\n Tropical Interactive Encounters – 10 a.m.\u20135 p.m.<\/b> See, smell, and taste the rejuvenating and healing powers of tropical plants like coconut, nutmeg, annatto, and banana through interactive demonstrations and samplings. This showcase will provide insight to the historical and cultural importance of various plants throughout the world.<\/p>\n Bird Walk \u2013 11 a.m.<\/b> 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 to learn about bird-friendly habitats, migrating species, and birds that make a permanent home at the Garden.<\/p>\n Landmarks of the New York Botanical Garden: The LuEsther T. Mertz Library Building Tour \u2013 12:30 p.m.<\/b> Learn how this historically significant structure complements our magnificent landscape and discover the ways this space is used to promote and advocate for the plant kingdom.<\/p>\n Valentine’s Day Dates at Tropical Paradise – 6:30 p.m.\u20138:30 p.m.<\/b> Treat yourself and your loved one to Tropical Paradise<\/a>. Indulge your senses in the love-inspiring qualities of dark chocolate, bubbly beverages, and plant-based aphrodisiacs, while learning juicy tidbits of knowledge from our guides stationed throughout the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory<\/a>. Stroll through this exotic, lush wonderland with complimentary champagne in hand and enjoy a local romantic retreat. Separate ticket required; for more information, visit nybg.org\/priceless<\/a>.<\/p>\n Sunday, February 16 Tropical Interactive Encounters – 10 a.m.\u20135 p.m.<\/b> See, smell, and taste the rejuvenating and healing powers of tropical plants like coconut, nutmeg, annatto, and banana through interactive demonstrations and samplings. This showcase will provide insight to the historical and cultural importance of various plants throughout the world.<\/p>\n Tropical Paradise Roaming Guides \u2013 10 a.m.\u20134 p.m.<\/b> Take a trip through paradise with a Garden guide who will highlight interesting plants of our permanent collection in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. Touch and smell samples of featured plants including vanilla, coconut, and nutmeg and get a sense of place through photographs of these plants in the wild.<\/p>\n Winter Plant & Tree Tour \u2013 12:30 p.m.<\/b> With the deciduous trees now stripped of their leaves, explore the many colorful winter berries found throughout the Garden and marvel at the sculptural forms of trees and tree bark.<\/p>\n
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\nIn the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory<\/em><\/p>\n
\nIn the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory<\/a> Lowland Rain Forest Gallery<\/em><\/p>\n
\nMeet at the Reflecting Pool at the Leon Levy Visitor Center<\/em><\/p>\n
\nMeet in the Orchid Rotunda of the Library Building<\/em><\/p>\n
\nIn the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory<\/em><\/p>\n
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\nIn the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory Lowland Rain Forest Gallery<\/em><\/p>\n
\nIn the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory<\/em><\/p>\n
\nMeet at the Reflecting Pool at the Leon Levy Visitor Center<\/em><\/p>\n
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