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Little Sprout Explorers: Batty About Bats
2021-10-04 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Come learn about one of our favorite nocturnal garden pollinators! Recommended for ages 3-6 with caregiver participation.
Updated Program Registration Information:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors unless required to be in a classroom. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child (adult members may attend for free). All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

Free Partner Program: River of Hope
2021-10-09 10:00 - 11:00
Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden to meet local storyteller and environmental educator Robin Dunbar! Families will hear an original tale about a boy who ventures to the river with a pelican looking for treasure noted on a map he found floating in a bottle. Together they’ll learn how the river has changed over time, and what they can do to help to find a solution to the pollution. Geo-art activity follows utilizing maps. This is an in-person program that is free with Garden admission. Pre-registration required.
Additional Information on our Free Programs:
All participating children must have a pre-registered ticket to participate in the program.
Adult chaperones must attend with participating children – drop offs are not permitted.
This program will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the program will not be available.
This program requires pre-registration and is included with Garden admission. Guests must register their child ticket(s) to attend. Walk-up participation will not be permitted .
Upon arrive at the Garden, guests are required to either show their NBG membership or pay admission fees upon entry. Program tickets do not include Garden admission .
After arriving at the Garden, you will walk to the WOW Children’s Garden to check-in. Guests should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check-in and get settled in the for program.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: All About Owls - Sold Out!
2021-10-15 10:00 - 16:00
This kit is a real hoot! Dissect an owl pellet and complete other owl-related crafts and activities. Recommended for ages 4+ with some caregiver participation.
To-Go Kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home*. The listed dates and times for the program are the designated pick-up times for each kit. If you need to schedule a Saturday morning pick-up, please contact Youth Education staff at youthed@nbgs.org to arrange the change to the order.
*Each kit includes instructions on how to access additional materials on Google Classroom. Price for NBG Members: $10/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit*
*NOT-YET MEMBER KITS DO NOT INCLUDE GARDEN ADMISSION.

Little Sprout Explorers: Creepy Critters
2021-10-18 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE MORNING SESSION (10-11AM), AND THE AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM).
Learn about some creepy critters who call the Garden home. Recommended for ages 3-6 with caregiver participation.
Updated Program Registration Information:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors unless required to be in a classroom. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child (adult members may attend for free). All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

Free Family Program: Jr. Ocean Explorers
2021-10-19 10:00 - 11:00
Meet a Youth Educator at the Enchanted Forest for activities and a walking tour of the Washed Ashore Exhibit! This is an in-person program that is free with Garden admission. Pre-registration required.
Additional Information on our Free Programs:
All participating children must have a pre-registered ticket to participate in the program.
Adult chaperones must attend with participating children – drop offs are not permitted.
This program will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the program will not be available.
This program requires pre-registration and is included with Garden admission. Guests must register their child ticket(s) to attend. Walk-up participation will not be permitted .
Upon arrive at the Garden, guests are required to either show their NBG membership or pay admission fees upon entry. Program tickets do not include Garden admission .
After arriving at the Garden, you will walk to the Enchanted Forest to check-in. Guests should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check-in and get settled in the for program.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: Ghoul & Goblin Gardens - Sold Out!
2021-10-29 10:00 - 16:00
Boo! Celebrate Halloween by designing your own spooky garden. Each garden comes with an air plant, and a few other Trick ‘r Trees themed activities and prizes. Recommended for ages 4+ with some caregiver participation.
To-Go Kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home*. The listed dates and times for the program are the designated pick-up times for each kit. If you need to schedule a Saturday morning pick-up, please contact Youth Education staff at youthed@nbgs.org to arrange the change to the order.
*This kit does not include Google Classroom materials. Price for NBG Members: $20/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $25/kit*
*NOT-YET MEMBER KITS DO NOT INCLUDE GARDEN ADMISSION.

Haunted Cookie Houses - Sold Out!
2021-10-30 10:00 - 11:30
Use graham crackers, candies, and other spooky goodies to create your own haunted cookie house just in time for Halloween! Recommended for ages 3+ with caregiver participation.
Because this program will take place in a classroom, and in accordance with the most up-to-date guided lines from the CDC regarding Covid-19, it is recommended that all attendance who are not yet vaccinated wear a mask or face covering for the duration of the program. Price for NBG Members: $25/set.
Price for Not-yet Members: $40/set. Includes NBG admission for two guests (one child and one chaperone). Additional cookie house sets must be purchased for additional guests. Additional attendants who are completing a Cookie House will be required to purchase Garden admission. SOLD OUT – Haunted Cookie Houses

Little Sprout Explorers: Pumpkin or Squash?
2021-11-01 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE morning session (10-11AM), and the AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM).
Is it a pumpkin or is it a squash? Learn the difference between the two in WOW Children’s Garden. Recommended for children ages 3-6 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child (adult members may attend for free). All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

Critter Club: Nocturnal Garden Pals
2021-11-03 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE morning session (10-11AM), and the AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM).
Owls, bats, possums, oh my! Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden to learn about the garden critters who are most active at night. Recommended for children ages 4-11 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child (adult members may attend for free). All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

Little Sprout Explorers: Autumn Tree Detectives
2021-11-08 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE morning session (10-11AM), and the AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM).
Explore the Garden learn about why some trees lose their leaves, why leaves changes colors, and more. Recommended for children ages 3-6 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child (adult members may attend for free). All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

Homeschool Garden Science: Spores & Fungi - 10 AM Session Only!
2021-11-09 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE morning session (10-11AM), and the AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM).
Take a walking tour to look for moss, lichens, ferns, and mushrooms. Recommended for children ages 6-11 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child (adult members may attend for free). All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

Free Member Exclusive Program: Hardest Scavenger Hunt Ever! Nature Quest Blitz
2021-11-11 13:00 - 15:00
Special NBG Member Event!
Does your family think they know NBG? Test your knowledge of the hidden paths, works of art, and prominent plants. Families who download the Nature Quests App and fill out an online survey about their experience will receive a WOW Backpack (while supplies last) filled with nature activities to take home. Register to pick-up your prize 1pm-3pm on Thursday, November 11. Note: to find all of the clues on the quest, participants will have to walk at least 2.5 miles; you do not have to finish the quest to receive a backpack.
Pre-registration is required to guarantee a backpack for participants.
Learn more about the NBG Nature Quests App!
Email youthed@nbgs.org if you have any questions.
This is a self-guided and in-person program that is included with Garden admission for NBG members only. Pre-registration required.
Additional Information on our Free Programs:
All participating children must have a pre-registered ticket to participate in the program.
Adult chaperones must attend with participating children – drop offs are not permitted.
This program will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the program may not be available.
Upon arrive at the Garden, guests are required to show their NBG memberships for entry into the Garden.
Embark on your quest anytime before 3pm on Thursday, November 11 Prize pick-up will be at the Baker Hall Visitor Center 1pm-3pm.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: Autumn Artists - Only 2 Kits Left!
2021-11-12 10:00 - 16:00
Paint a miniature bird feeder, make a tree cookie turkey, and complete other art activities that celebrate the best season – autumn! Recommended for ages 4+ with some caregiver participation.
To-Go Kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home*. The listed dates and times for the program are the designated pick-up times for each kit. If you need to schedule a Saturday morning pick-up, please contact Youth Education staff at youthed@nbgs.org to arrange the change to the order.
*Each kit includes instructions on how to access additional materials on Google Classroom. Price for NBG Members: $15/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/kit*
*NOT-YET MEMBER KITS DO NOT INCLUDE GARDEN ADMISSION.

Winter Wanderers: Cool Conifers
2021-12-14 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE morning session (10-11AM), and the AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM).
Explore the science of conifers by completing experiments and crafts with pinecones, and then going on a walking tour of the Conifer Garden. Recommended for children ages 4-11 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child (adult members may attend for free). All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

Winter Wanderers: Snowflake Science
2021-12-21 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE morning session (10-11AM), and the AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM).
Celebrate the first day of winter by studying the science of snowflakes! Recommended for children ages 4-11 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child (adult members may attend for free). All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

Winter Wanderers: Birds in the Garden
2021-12-28 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE morning session (10-11AM), and the AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM).
Learn about the different birds we see in the Garden in the winter, and how you can support the winter birds in your yard! Recommended for children ages 4-11 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child (adult members may attend for free). All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: Indoor Herb Garden - Sold Out!
2022-01-14 10:00 - 16:00
This to-go kit is sold out. Visit our Children & Family Programs Calendar page for other available kits.
Did you know you can still garden in winter? Start your own indoor herb garden in large flowerpot, and then paint a small windchime to hang outside! Recommended for ages 3+ with some caregiver participation.
To-go kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home*. The selected registration time on the ticket designate the pick-up time for the to-go kit. Know before you go information will be sent out a day or two before the pick-up date/time with specific instructions on how to collect the kit.
*Each kit includes instructions on how to access additional materials on Google Classroom.
Not able to pick-up a kit on the scheduled date? No problem! After you purchase your kit, email youthed@nbgs.org with the date you will be available to come to the Garden to collect the kit.
Price for NBG Members: $10/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit. To-go kits do not include Garden admission. SOLD OUT – Indoor Herb Garden To-Go Kit

Virtual Little Sprout Explorers: Winter Gardeners - 2 Spaces Available!
2022-01-28 10:00 - 16:00
Limited spaces available – don’t miss out!
Learn about veggies that grow best in winter, listen to a gardening story, and then start your winter veggie garden. The Winter Gardeners program is recommended for ages 3-6 with some caregiver participation.
This virtual program includes hands-on materials that are scheduled to be picked-up from the Garden on Friday, January 28 , and a live 45-minute virtual component through Zoom on Monday, January 31 at 10AM and 2PM .
The ticketed date is the date/time you must come to Norfolk Botanical Garden to pick-up your virtual program supplies. The virtual program requires the use of Zoom, and is scheduled to take place on Monday, January 31 . Information on where to pick-up your supplies and the Zoom link will be included in your “know before you go” email confirmation. If you have any questions about the supplies pick-up or the virtual Zoom class, please email youthed@nbgs.org .
Price for NBG Members: $8/child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $12/child. Virtual programs do not include Garden admission.

Virtual Homeschool Science: Wacky Weather - 3 Spaces Available!
2022-01-28 10:00 - 16:00
Happy Groundhog’s Day! Join us to explore the different instruments used to measure weather, the types of precipitation we see in winter, and then go outside to practice identifying clouds. The Wacky Weather program is recommended for ages 7-12 with some caregiver participation.
This virtual program includes hands-on materials that are scheduled to be picked-up from the Garden on Friday, January 28, and a live 45-minute virtual component through Zoom on Wednesday, February 2 at 10AM and 2PM.
THE TICKETED DATE IS THE DATE/TIME YOU MUST COME TO NORFOLK BOTANICAL GARDEN TO PICK-UP YOUR VIRTUAL PROGRAM SUPPLIES. THE VIRTUAL PROGRAM REQUIRES THE USE OF ZOOM, AND IS SCHEDULED TO TAKE PLACE ON Wednesday, February 2 . INFORMATION ON WHERE TO PICK-UP YOUR SUPPLIES AND THE ZOOM LINK WILL BE INCLUDED IN YOUR “KNOW BEFORE YOU GO” EMAIL CONFIRMATION. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SUPPLIES PICK-UP OR THE VIRTUAL ZOOM CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL YOUTHED@NBGS.ORG .
Price for NBG Members: $8/child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $12/child. Virtual programs do not include Garden admission.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: Nature Scientist - Only 1 Kit Left!
2022-01-28 10:00 - 16:00
Dissect an owl pellet, count tree rings, practice using the scientific method on a seed germination experiment, and more! Recommended for ages 6+ with some caregiver participation.
To-Go Kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home*. The listed dates and times for the program are the designated pick-up times for each kit. If you need to schedule an alternative pick-up date/time, please contact Youth Education staff at youthed@nbgs.org to arrange the change to the order.
*Each kit includes instructions on how to access additional materials on Google Classroom. Price for NBG Members: $15/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/kit*
*Not-yet Member kits do not include Garden admission.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: Triassic Terrariums - Sold Out!
2022-01-28 10:00 - 16:00
Build a dinosaur-themed tiny terrarium to house an air plant! Recommended for ages 3+ with some caregiver participation. To-go kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home.
Not able to pick-up a kit on the scheduled date? No problem! After you purchase your kit, email youthed@nbgs.org with the date you will be available to come to the Garden to collect the kit.
Price for NBG Members: $10/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit. To-go kits do not include Garden admission.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: Winter Garden Artists - Few Kits Remaining!
2022-02-11 10:00 - 14:00
Only a few kits left, and it looks like great weather this weekend to go outside and be inspired by nature!
Get inspired by the beauty of nature in winter. Paint a wooden picture frame and then decorate it with pressed flowers, practice your outdoor watercolor painting, and then design your own nature-inspired puzzle! Recommended for ages 4+ with some caregiver participation. To-go kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home.
Not able to pick-up a kit on the scheduled date? No problem! After you purchase your kit, email youthed@nbgs.org with the date you will be available to come to the Garden to collect the kit.
Price for NBG Members: $10/kit.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit. To-go kits do not include Garden admission.

Virtual Little Sprout Explorers: Bug Buddies
2022-02-11 10:00 - 14:00
Learn about the different bug buddies who call the Garden home! Recommended for children ages 3-6 with caregiver participation.
This virtual program includes hands-on materials that are scheduled to be picked-up from the Garden on Friday, February 11 , and a live 45-minute virtual component through Zoom on Tuesday, February 15 at 10AM and 2PM .
The ticketed date is the date/time you must come to Norfolk Botanical Garden to pick-up your virtual program supplies. The virtual program requires the use of Zoom, and is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, February 15 . Information on where to pick-up your supplies and the Zoom link will be included in your “know before you go” email confirmation. If you have any questions about the supplies pick-up or the virtual Zoom class, please email youthed@nbgs.org .
Price for NBG Members: $8/child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $12/child. Virtual programs do not include Garden admission.

Virtual Homeschool Science: Space & Light - Sold Out!
2022-02-11 10:00 - 16:00
Learn about the phases of the moon, light refraction and absorption, and how space and light relate to plants and animals. Recommended for ages 7-12 with some caregiver participation.
This virtual program includes hands-on materials that are scheduled to be picked-up from the Garden on Friday, February 11, and a live 45-minute virtual component through Zoom on Wednesday, February 16 at 10AM and 2PM.
THE TICKETED DATE IS THE DATE/TIME YOU MUST COME TO NORFOLK BOTANICAL GARDEN TO PICK-UP YOUR VIRTUAL PROGRAM SUPPLIES. THE VIRTUAL PROGRAM REQUIRES THE USE OF ZOOM, AND IS SCHEDULED TO TAKE PLACE ON Wednesday, February 16 . INFORMATION ON WHERE TO PICK-UP YOUR SUPPLIES AND THE ZOOM LINK WILL BE INCLUDED IN YOUR “KNOW BEFORE YOU GO” EMAIL CONFIRMATION. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SUPPLIES PICK-UP OR THE VIRTUAL ZOOM CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL YOUTHED@NBGS.ORG .
Price for NBG Members: $8/child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $12/child. Virtual programs do not include Garden admission.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: Backyard Bird Count - 4 KITS LEFT!
2022-02-18 10:00 - 16:00
It’s the Great Backyard Bird Count weekend! Become a citizen scientist by helping to collect data on the birds in your backyard, in your neighborhood, or in any location of your choosing. This kit includes all the materials you will need to complete the project, as well as links to the Great Backyard Bird Count website to submit your data. Recommended for ages 4+ with caregiver participation.
CLICK HERE for more information on the Great Backyard Bird Count. The project takes places February 18-21. Kits must be picked up during their scheduled pick-up date/time.
To-go kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home*. The selected registration time on the ticket designate the pick-up time for the to-go kit. Know before you go information will be sent out a day or two before the pick-up date/time with specific instructions on how to collect the kit.
*Each kit includes instructions on how to access additional materials on Google Classroom.
Price for NBG Members: $10/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit

Virtual Plants & People: Powhatan of Coastal Virginia - Few Spaces Remaining!
2022-02-18 10:00 - 16:00
Learn how the the Powhatan people adapted to survive in their environment by reviewing their tools, housing structures, and the plants and animals found in the Coastal Virginia Region. Each learning kit includes materials to start a three sisters garden . Recommended for ages 7-12 with some caregiver participation.
This virtual program includes hands-on materials that are scheduled to be picked-up from the Garden on Friday, February 18, and a live 45-minute virtual component through Zoom on Tuesday, February 22 at 10AM, 1PM, and 3PM.
THE TICKETED DATE IS THE DATE/TIME YOU MUST COME TO NORFOLK BOTANICAL GARDEN TO PICK-UP YOUR VIRTUAL PROGRAM SUPPLIES. THE VIRTUAL PROGRAM REQUIRES THE USE OF ZOOM, AND IS SCHEDULED TO TAKE PLACE ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 . INFORMATION ON WHERE TO PICK-UP YOUR SUPPLIES AND THE ZOOM LINK WILL BE INCLUDED IN YOUR “KNOW BEFORE YOU GO” EMAIL CONFIRMATION. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SUPPLIES PICK-UP OR THE VIRTUAL ZOOM CLASS, PLEASE EMAIL YOUTHED@NBGS.ORG .
Price for NBG Members: $8/child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $12/child. Virtual programs do not include Garden admission.

Virtual Read Across America Day! - Few Spaces Remaining!
2022-02-25 10:00 - 16:00
Join us virtually to celebrate Read Across America Day! Listen to a reading of Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt by Kate Messner, start your own herb garden, and then write a story about your garden as it grows in your nature journal. Recommended for ages 4+.
This virtual program includes hands-on materials that are scheduled to be picked-up from the Garden on Friday, February 25 , and a live 45-minute virtual component through Zoom on Wednesday, March 2 at 10AM, 1PM, and 3PM .
The ticketed date is the date/time you must come to Norfolk Botanical Garden to pick-up your virtual program supplies. The virtual program requires the use of Zoom, and is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, March 2 . Information on where to pick-up your supplies and the Zoom link will be included in your “know before you go” email confirmation. If you have any questions about the supplies pick-up or the virtual Zoom class, please email youthed@nbgs.org .
Price for NBG Members: $8/child.
Price for Not-yet Members: $12/child. Virtual programs do not include Garden admission.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: Salsa, Pizza, and Veggie Gardens
2022-03-04 10:00 - 16:00
We only have a few Salsa Garden kits left – don’t miss out!
Did you know early March is the time of year to start preparing your summer veggie seeds indoors? Choose from the salsa, pizza, or veggie garden kit or any combination of the three, to start your own flavorful kitchen garden. Each kit also includes a small, decorative bird house to paint. Recommended for ages 4+ with some caregiver participation.
To-Go Kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden and completed at home*. The listed dates and times for the program are the designated pick-up times for each kit. If you need to schedule an alternative pick-up time, please contact Youth Education staff at youthed@nbgs.org to arrange the change to the order.
*Each kit includes instructions on how to access additional materials on Google Classroom.
Price for NBG Members: $10/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit*
*NOT-YET MEMBER KITS DO NOT INCLUDE GARDEN ADMISSION.

Family Twilight Trek - Sold Out!
2022-03-18 18:00 - 19:30
Meet staff at the Picnic Shelter to dissect an owl pellet and design your own pair of binoculars before going on an exclusive, after hours sunset tour of the Garden! Recommended for children ages 3+ with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have registered tickets.
This is an in-person program. Moderate walking required – program includes an approximately 1 mile walk through the Garden.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
All participating children ages 3-17 must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
All attending adults must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program.
Classes will take place outdoors. Notification will be sent to participants of any/all location changes.
All tickets must be pre-registered. Walk-up tickets the day of the class or program will not be available.
Price for NBG Members: $10/child and $5/adult. All participants ages 3+ must register.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/person (tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG). All participants ages 3+ must register.

NatureKid To-Go Kit: Fairy & Gnome Spring Home - Sold Out!
2022-03-25 10:00 - 16:00
Make a spring-themed home for the fairies and gnomes in your garden! Kit includes an air plant. Recommended for ages 4+ with caregiver participation.
To-Go Kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden and completed at home. The listed dates and times for the program are the designated pick-up times for each kit. If you need to schedule an alternative pick-up time, please contact Youth Education staff at youthed@nbgs.org to arrange the change to the order.
Price for NBG Members: $20/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $25/kit*
*NOT-YET MEMBER KITS DO NOT INCLUDE GARDEN ADMISSION.
