EXHIBITS & ART AT THE GARDENS
Denver Botanic Gardens is one of the premiere locations for world-class art, special exhibits and innovative programs.
Exhibition details subject to change. Visit www.botanicgardens.org [1] for details.

 
GATES GARDEN COURT GALLERY EXHIBITIONS
 
CONTEMPORARY TRADITIONS: BOTANICAL ART AND ILLUSTRATION
Through Feb 5, 2013
Gates Garden Court Gallery
Denver Botanic Gardens
The Botanical Art & Illustration Certificate Program combines scientific exactitude and creative self-expression to produce beautiful and accurate plant portraits. Noted British botanical artist Ann Swan juries this year’s exhibition, which includes calligraphy, bookbinding and papermaking.

2012 ORANGERY DISPLAY
HOLIDAY DISPLAY – through first week of January 2013
This holiday-themed indoor exhibit will feature various cultivars of poinsettias in our new Orangery.

EVENTS AT DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS
Our calendar includes many more events, classes and lectures.
Visit www.botanicgardens.org [1] or call 720-865-3585 for details.

MOMMY AND ME YOGA (DADDIES TOO!)
Monday afternoons
3 – 4:30 p.m.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Certified yoga instructor Chris Anne Coviello and her daughter will lead you and your baby in exercises, dances and relaxation movements that will allow you and your child to rejoice together. As your children stay by your side, you will move, breathe dance, stretch and strengthen. The children will then join you for their turn with movement, coordinated with songs, dancing and brain development exercises. Yoga is an excellent way for moms to get back into shape quickly, and for dads to stay in shape – and to meet other new parents.
Cost: $12 members, $14 non-members
Two-for-one class price applies (Mommy & Daddy or two Guardians and baby)

KUNDALINI YOGA
Monday evenings
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Morrison Center
Denver Botanic Gardens
The ancient and sacred practice of Kundalini yoga is the oldest form of yoga, kept secret by advanced yogis until recently. From your very first class, you'll reap the rewards –  including relief from back pain, stress, addiction, depression and insomnia, and weight control. Kundalini yoga promises you peace of mind. Elevate and experience yourself through this ancient science! All levels welcome; no experience required. Please bring water and a yoga mat.
Cost: Single session: $8 member, $10 non-member/drop-in rate.
Instructor: Chris Anne Coviello

BLOSSOMS OF LIGHT – Lighting Up the City
Through Jan. 1, 2013
Denver Botanic Gardens
One million colorful lights draped in elegant designs will illuminate the plants and hardscape features throughout the Gardens. Romantic and popular kissing spots will return, as well as strolling choirs on select evenings, warm beverages and tasty treats and the popular HoloSpex glasses, which magically transform the lights into shimmering 3-D shapes. Guests will have a chance to get warm in Marnie’s Pavilion and the Orangery.
 
TRAIL OF LIGHTS – Lighting Up the Country
Through Jan. 1, 2013
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield
With the Colorado foothills as a backdrop, the spectacular Trail of Lights display will be draped in elegant designs along the countryside, illuminating the plants, trees and hardscape features. Not only will our popular children’s play area and tree house be blanketed in bright lights, but the lights will also change to holiday music playing in the background. NEW THIS YEAR: A synthetic skating rink will be open in December for $5 a person. The rink is eco-friendly and made from a recyclable, polymer compound. It feels much like skating on a frozen pond! Additionally, the lights will be synchronized to holiday music near the barn and silo. Guests can also enjoy warm drinks to ward off the chill during the walk through the Gardens’ trail. The popular HoloSpex glasses, which magically transform the lights into shimmering 3-D shapes, will be available.

TIBETAN SINGING BOWLS CONCERT
Wednesday, Dec. 19
5:30 p.m.
Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street
Mitchell Hall
Tibetan singing bowls have been used for thousands of years as instruments of healing. Come relax, close your eyes and drift into an altered state that allows the body to heal. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or blanket so you can lie down and let the bells carry away all that no longer serves you. Breathe deeply and enter a profound state of physical, mental and emotional well-being. Leave feeling 10 pounds lighter as your accumulated stress, anxiety and fear melt from your system.
Cost: $12 member, $15 non-member

HELEN FOWLER LIBRARY & ARCHIVES
Enjoy extended hours to support the novice and professional plant enthusiast. Make use of journals, books, and video resources. Open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. every day but Friday.
 
View the online catalog at www.botanicgardens.org [1].