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NatureKid To-Go Kit: Plant Scientists - 7 Kits Left!
2021-07-23 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Become a plant scientist this summer! Dissect a seed, learn why plants need light to grow, count tree rings, and complete other fun plant experiments. This to-go kit also includes an air plant! Recommended for ages 6+ with some caregiver participation.
To-go kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home. 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 pick-up your order.
Price for NBG Members: $10/kit.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit. To-go kits do not include Garden admission.

Jr. Garden Artists: Garden Stones
2021-07-21 10:00 - 11:00
Make the perfect decorative garden stone for your home garden! Recommended for ages 3+ 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.

Homeschool Garden Science: Freshwater Ecology
2021-07-20 10:00 - 14:00
Learn about the freshwater critters who call the Garden home! Recommended for children ages 5-11 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 Family Program: Caterpillar Club - Program Full!
2021-07-20 10:00 - 11:00
Meet a WOW Youth Educator at the Butterfly House for a guided tour, story, and craft! 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 Butterfly House 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.

Little Sprout Explorers: Fish are Friends - PM Session Available!
2021-07-19 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).
Make a pop bottle fish, and then go pond dipping to look for fish in Friendship Pond! 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.

Jr. Garden Artists: Bee Waterers
2021-07-14 10:00 - 11:00
Learn about the importance of supporting our pollinator pals by painting your own bee waterer. Recommended for ages 3+ 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. REGISTER ONLINE – Jr. Garden Artists: Bee Waterers

Little Sprout Explorers: Lifecycle of a Raindrop - PM Session Only!
2021-07-12 10:00 - 14:00
Introduce your little ones to the water cycle by acting out the lifecycle of a raindrop. Recommended for children ages 3-6 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
The program has a morning session (10-11AM), and an afternoon session (1-2PM).
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: Pollinator Pals - Sold Out!
2021-07-09 10:00 - 16:00
Support the pollinator pals in your garden by painting a bee waterer, starting your own colorful pollinator garden, and then observing the pollinators who come to visit! 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.
NOTE ON FACE COVERINGS DURING KIT PICK-UP:
In compliance with Virginia’s Governor’s Executive Order 63, NBG commits to the following:
All guests and volunteers ages 5+ are required to wear a protective mask that covers the mouth and nose when entering any NBG building or structure including outdoor restrooms.
Our youngest visitors, “Sprouts” over the age of two, are strongly encouraged to wear a mask in compliance with current CDC health and safety recommendations.
Guests are asked to bring their own personal facemask. NBG has a very limited supply of disposal masks available upon request at the Guest Services desk in Baker Hall.
Face coverings shall also be required when patrons are outdoors if a distance of six feet from other persons, not associated with one household, cannot be maintained.
Price for NBG Members: $10/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit. To-go kits do not include Garden admission.

Jr. Garden Artists: Picnic Terrariums - Sold Out!
2021-07-08 10:00 - 11:00
Who invited ants to the picnic? We did! Create your miniature picnic scene to house an air plant. Recommended for children ages 3+ 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: Wild Wetlands
2021-07-06 10:00 - 14:00
Visit the WOW Children’s Garden Frog Bog to learn about wetland plants and animals. Recommended for ages 6-11 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.

Pollinator Week Free Program: Caterpillar Club - Program Full!
2021-06-22 10:00 - 11:00
It’s pollinator week! To celebrate the pollinators in the Garden, meet WOW staff at the Butterfly House for a guided tour, story, and craft! This is an in-person program that is free with Garden admission. Pre-registration required.
Caterpillar Club is also taking place on Monday, June 21. CLICK HERE for tickets!
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 Butterfly House 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.

Pollinator Week Free Program: Caterpillar Club - Program Full!
2021-06-21 10:00 - 11:00
It’s pollinator week! To celebrate the pollinators in the Garden, meet WOW staff at the Butterfly House for a guided tour, story, and craft! This is an in-person program that is free with Garden admission. Pre-registration required.
Caterpillar Club is also taking place on Tuesday, June 22. CLICK HERE for tickets!
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 Butterfly House 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.

Bonsai Show & Sale 2021
2021-06-20 10:00 - 15:30

Free Partner Program: Lynnhaven River Now - Program Full!
2021-06-19 10:00 - 11:00
Date Change – Program moved to Saturday, June 19.
Join Lynnhaven River NOW staff in the WOW Children’s Garden for an hour of fun! Using two wonderful books by Joel Harper, discover the answer to the question does trash left on the ground really go all the way to the ocean ?, explore what a watershed is, and create something out of materials that have been discarded as trash. Along the way, we will find alternatives to some of the plastics that we use and discard every day. 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: Picnic Terrariums
2021-06-18 10:00 - 16:00
Get ready for summer by creating a picnic-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.

Jr. Garden Artists: Rock Cactus Gardens
2021-06-16 10:00 - 11:00
Use painted rocks and decorative items to design your own mini rock cactus garden! Program recommended for ages 4+ with adult chaperone participation.
Updated Program Registration Information:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
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. REGISTER ONLINE – Jr. Garden Artists: Rock Cactus Gardens

Homeschool Garden Science: Veggie Gardening 101
2021-06-15 10:00 - 11:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM.
Learn about the plants that grow best in summer, and which seeds to plant now for delicious fall veggies! 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:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that no additional sibling tag-alongs attend the program .
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that only one adult chaperone attend with each participating child.
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: Peter Rabbit's Veggie Garden - Sold Out!
2021-06-14 10:00 - 14:00
This program is sold out.
Meet WOW staff at the Kitchen Garden to read about Peter Rabbit, and then start your own vegetable garden to take home! 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:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
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: Save the Sea - World Ocean Day!
2021-06-08 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE Only available for THE AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM).
Join us to celebrate World Ocean Day! Learn about the ways you can help protect the world’s oceans, and then go on a tour of the Washed Ashore summer exhibit! 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:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
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: Totally Turtles
2021-06-07 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).
Join us in the WOW Children’s Garden to learn about our aquatic friend the turtle! 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:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that no additional sibling tag-alongs attend the program .
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that only one adult chaperone attend with each participating child.
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: Little Gardener - Sold Out!
2021-06-04 10:00 - 16:00
Did you know its time to start planting seeds for summer and fall veggie gardens? Learn about the plants that grow best in the Tidewater Region, plant seeds to start your own vegetable and herb garden, and then paint a wooden bird feeder to bring your garden to life! The kit also includes an interactive map from our friends at the Virginia Farm Bureau. Recommended for ages 3+ with some caregiver participation.
To-go kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home. 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: $15/kit.
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/kit. To-go kits do not include Garden admission.

Little Sprout Explorers: Garden Dinosaurs
2021-05-31 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).
Did you know some plants have been around for millions of years? Join us to learn about some of these dinosaur plants growing in the 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:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that no additional sibling tag-alongs attend the program .
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that only one adult chaperone attend with each participating child.
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: Dinosaur Plants
2021-05-24 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).
Did you know some plants have been around for millions of years? Join us at the Garden to learn about some of these dinosaur plants! Recommended for children ages 5-11 with caregiver participation. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that no additional sibling tag-alongs attend the program .
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that only one adult chaperone attend with each participating child.
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: Totally Trees
2021-05-17 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).
Join us at the Garden to celebrate National Love a Tree Day! 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:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that no additional sibling tag-alongs attend the program .
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that only one adult chaperone attend with each participating child.
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: Tiny Terrariums - SOLD OUT!
2021-05-07 10:00 - 16:00
This program is sold out. Tiny Terrarium to-go kits are still available for purchase on May 21 – CLICK HERE .
Create a jungle safari-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.
NOTE ON FACE COVERINGS DURING KIT PICK-UP:
In compliance with Virginia’s Governor’s Executive Order 63, NBG commits to the following:
All guests and volunteers ages 5+ are required to wear a protective mask that covers the mouth and nose when entering any NBG building or structure including outdoor restrooms.
Our youngest visitors, “Sprouts” over the age of two, are strongly encouraged to wear a mask in compliance with current CDC health and safety recommendations.
Guests are asked to bring their own personal facemask. NBG has a very limited supply of disposal masks available upon request at the Guest Services desk in Baker Hall.
Face coverings shall also be required when patrons are outdoors if a distance of six feet from other persons, not associated with one household, cannot be maintained.
Price for NBG Members: $10/kit
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit. To-go kits do not include Garden admission.

Little Sprout Explorers: Bug Buddies
2021-05-03 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).
Learn about the different bug buddies who call the Garden home! 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:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that no additional sibling tag-alongs attend the program .
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that only one adult chaperone attend with each participating child.
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.

Story Time: Peter Rabbit's Kitchen Garden - Program Full!
2021-04-28 11:00 - 16:00
All slots for this program have been booked. Please check the Children & Family Programs calendar page for other available programs.
Bring a picnic blanket out to the Potager Kitchen Garden to join us for a Peter Rabbit-themed story time and craft! This is an in-person program that is free with Garden admission. Pre-registration required.
UPDATED PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to wear masks for this program.
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 check-in at the Baker Hall Visitor Center to receive your program wristband, and then walk to the Potager Kitchen Garden for the program. Guests should plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time to check-in and walk to the location site.

Little Sprout Explorers: Garden Lifecycles - Sold Out!
2021-04-26 10:00 - 14:00
This program is sold out.
Learn about the plants and animals who grow up in the 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:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that no additional sibling tag-alongs attend the program .
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that only one adult chaperone attend with each participating child.
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: All About Birds - Sold Out!
2021-04-16 10:00 - 16:00
This program is sold out. Please visit our Children & Family Programs calendar page for other available to-go kits.
Spring is the perfect time to become an ornithologist – a scientist who studies birds! Learn about the different birds in the Tidewater Region, paint a birdfeeder, dissect an owl pellet, and keep a bird journal. Recommended for ages 3+ with some caregiver participation.
To-go kits are scheduled to be picked up from the Garden, and completed at home. This 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.
NOTE ON FACE COVERINGS DURING KIT PICK-UP :
In compliance with Virginia’s Governor’s Executive Order 63, NBG commits to the following:
All guests and volunteers ages 5+ are required to wear a protective mask that covers the mouth and nose when entering any NBG building or structure including outdoor restrooms.
Our youngest visitors, “Sprouts” over the age of two, are strongly encouraged to wear a mask in compliance with current CDC health and safety recommendations.
Guests are asked to bring their own personal facemask. NBG has a very limited supply of disposal masks available upon request at the Guest Services desk in Baker Hall.
Face coverings shall also be required when patrons are outdoors if a distance of six feet from other persons, not associated with one household, cannot be maintained.
Price for NBG Members: $10/kit.
Price for Not-yet Members: $15/kit. To-go kits do not include Garden admission.

Little Sprout Explorers: Plant a Little Seed - PM Session Only!
2021-04-12 10:00 - 14:00
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON PROGRAM. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE AFTERNOON SESSION (1-2PM) only. The morning session is sold out.
Learn about different types of seeds, and then plant your own flower seeds and bulbs to take home and grow! 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:
In light of concerns regarding COVID-19, we are following State of Virginia and City of Norfolk mandates closely. We will be in contact with all participants should any COVID-related restrictions affect the class. The safety of our staff and guests are paramount to our organization. To ensure we are adhering to all necessary safety requirements, we ask all of our class participants adhere to the following:
All class attendants are required to follow current public health orders related to wearing masks/face coverings in a public setting.
All participating children must have a paid, pre-registered ticket to attend the program. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that no additional sibling tag-alongs attend the program .
All attending adults must have a registered ticket, including all free Member adult tickets. To ensure social distancing measures and maintain small class sizes, we ask that only one adult chaperone attend with each participating child.
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.
