FREE DAYS
Colorado residents can enjoy a special free day at the Gardens and Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield, thanks to funding from the SCFD.
Denver Botanic Gardens (York Street location): Monday, Feb. 18
Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield: Friday, Feb. 1

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.

COLEOPTERA & FRIENDS: PAINTINGS BY ROBERT SPELLMAN
Feb. 13 – May 12
Gates Garden Court Gallery
Denver Botanic Gardens
Robert Spellman uses color and texture to create enchantingly rich canvases. In this exhibition, the isolated, ethereal images of beetles and flowers feel simultaneously scientific and mystic. Often painting over old canvases and incorporating old fabrics in his surface treatments, the formal qualities of the images give way to an archaeology of layers and meaning.
Reception: Feb. 13, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Artist Talk: 6:30 p.m.
RSVP for receptions and artist talks to Exhibits@botanicgardens.org [2].

2012 ORANGERY DISPLAY
Orchid Showcase
Through Feb. 24
Marnie’s Pavilion
Denver Botanic Gardens
More than 200 orchid plants with more than 1,000 blossoms will be surrounded by colorful complimentary foliage plants to provide a dramatic display in the Orangery and Marnie's Pavilion during the coldest months of winter. Orchid repotting demonstrations will be Saturdays and Sundays during the Showcase at 12:30 p.m. in Marnie's Pavilion.

Bulbs & Pelargonium display
Feb. 27 – April 28
Orangery
Denver Botanic Gardens

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.
 

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

BEHIND-THE-SCENES DAYS
Each Saturday
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Denver Botanic Gardens
Visitors will have the opportunity to experience behind-the-scenes areas of Denver Botanic Gardens. Members of the Gardens’ library, research, herbaria and laboratories will be on hand inside Gates Garden Court with displays on each of these important areas of the Gardens. In addition, mini-tours of these areas will be available every half hour to allow visitors even greater behind-the-scenes access.

CHILDREN’S CLASSES AND CAMPS
SEEDLINGS CLASSES FOR TODDELERS AND PRESCHOOLERS (AGES 18 MONTHS TO 6 YEARS)
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Denver Botanic Gardens
Seedlings classes offer a fun, hands-on way for young children, ages 18 months to six years, to explore the plant world while developing an understanding and appreciation for plants and their impor¬tance. Classes include interactive explorations, nature walks and stories for children and their caregivers. Seedlings programs are offered for three different age groups and are modified to fit the developmental needs of each group.

GARDEN CAMPS FOR KIDS (AGES 6-12)
WEEK-LONG CAMPS
Denver Botanic Gardens
Grow your mind, plant a new friend and dig into the Gardens with our week-long day camps. Each camp contains a variety of activities that allow you discover the world of plants through art, science, cooking, gardening and outdoor exploration.

GARDEN CAMPS FOR KIDS (AGES 6-12)
MINI-CAMPS
Denver Botanic Gardens
Spend your day off of school at the Gardens exploring the amazing world of plants. We’ll fill each day with garden explorations, games, activities, projects and take-home gardens.

HELEN FOWLER LIBRARY & ARCHIVES
Our hours support the novice and professional plant enthusiast. Make use of journals, books, and video resources. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day but Friday.

GARDENING HELP
We have answers to your gardening questions! Colorado Master Gardeners are available to answer questions.
• Feb. 18, noon – 4 p.m. (Free Day)
Master Gardeners are also on site Tuesdays, noon – 4 p.m.
Access our experts the following ways:
• In-person at the Gardens' Helen Fowler Library
• By phone: 720-865-3575
• Via e-mail: gardeninghelp@botanicgardens.org [3]

Gardening Help is a joint program of Colorado State University Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners and Denver Botanic Gardens.