+ Landscape & Nature Photography Workshop – July 30, August 6
+ Qi Gong Classes – August 4, 11, 18, 25
+ Orchid Growing Essentials Workshop – August 6, 13
+ Palm Beach County Residents Day – August 13
+ Dogs’ Day in the Garden – August 14
(West Palm Beach, FL – July 8, 2022) Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will be hosting nine fun, healthy, educational, and awesome eco-focused open-air events in August, including a pair of two-part workshops.
“Despite the heat, mid-summer is the perfect time for flower lovers and nature enthusiasts of all ages to come out and enjoy some of our many safe, informative, and happy horticultural activities,” invites Mounts Curator-Director RochelleWolberg.
July 30 & August 6
Landscape & Nature Photography Workshop
Saturdays, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
$65 for members; $80 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
This is a 2-part workshop; classes are not sold separately.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 25 adults.
Turn your photos from Blah to Ahhh! Give them the impact and drama they deserve. Learn how to use light, color, and creative composition to make photos really stand out. In the Digital Darkroom, gain an overview of today’s simple, yet elegant software tools. Led by Jerry Ginsberg.
- Class 1 / July 30: Principles and Concepts
Begins with a slideshow demonstration that illustrates the principles and concepts of creative composition, followed by a discussion of all the latest trends. The group will then go into the Garden to make photos. Participants should bring a digital or film camera, lenses, tripod, and any close-up devices. Knee pads or a kneeling pad might also be a good idea.
- Class 2 / August 6: Image Composition
Participants should bring the photos and image files made during Class 1, as well as a note pad. We will use creative composition to make your photos really POP! Participants should bring a laptop with Adobe Photoshop installed; the free trial version is OK and can be downloaded from Adobe.com.
To register, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/
August 4, 11, 18, 25
Qi Gong Classes
Thursdays, 10 am to 11 am
$10 for members; $15 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
Registration is required; size of “inside” classes is limited to 20 adults.
Relieve stress and increase metabolism, flexibility, and strength. Qi Gong (pronounced chee-gong) is an ancient Chinese exercise and healing technique. The exercises include simple, slow movements (which mimic nature), meditation, and focused breathing—similar to Tai Chi. Classes are inside and will be led by Roxanne Cumberland.
To register, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/
August 6, 13
Orchid Growing Essentials Workshop
Saturdays, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
$70 for members; $85 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
This is a 2-part workshop; classes are not sold separately.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults.
Sandi Jones of Broward Orchid Supply will lead this popular workshop on orchid growing, care, and potting. A full line of orchid supplies will be available for purchase.
- Class 1 / August 6 – Orchid Growing Essentials
Learn how to choose the correct orchid for the space and what they need – water, light, fertilizer, temperature – to grow and flower beautifully. Learn how to identify pests and diseases that harm orchids, what products to use to get rid of them, and how to avoid them in the future.
- Class 2 / August 13 – Dividing and Repotting
Learn how often an orchid should be repotted as well as the different potting media and the type of pot or basket to use. This class includes a demonstration of dividing a large orchid and examples of mounted orchids.
To register, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/
August 13
Palm Beach County Residents Day
Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm (last entry at 2 pm)
Palm Beach County residents receive FREE admission on the second Saturday of each month through December 2022.Visitors must show proof of residency for admission-free entry.
Note: Admission for non-residents is $12 for nonmember adults; $10 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $5 for ages 6-17. Purchase at the gate.
August 14
Dogs’ Day in the Garden
Sunday, 9 am to 3 pm (last entry at 2 pm)
FREE for MBG members and children under 6; $12 for nonmember adults; $10 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $5 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.
This dog-and-family-friendly monthly event is held throughout the Garden. Bring your favorite pooch and enjoy a relaxed garden stroll. There are many great spots to capture family photos for posting online with #mountsbotanicalgarden.
Guidelines:
+ Non-retractable leashes only; retractable leashes are not permitted.
+ No more than one dog per adult will be admitted.
+ Rabies vaccination must be current.
+ Visitors should bring their own and water treats for the puppies.
+ For all Dogs’ Day rules, please visit www.mounts.org/dogs-day.
Also available to visit in August 2022:
Moai at Mounts Botanical Garden
Located in the Tropical Forest Garden
Bringing the awe and wonder of Easter Island to West Palm Beach is this new permanent installation of three imposing moai statues, replicas of the iconic monolithic, human figures located on Rapa Nui, Chile. Designed by artist Dennis MacDonald with great attention to authenticity and detail, each of the statues is made of solid, reinforced, poured concrete and has been stained to create a weathered appearance. The larger moai stands 20 feet tall and wears a “hat” known as pukao, two additional pukao rest on the ground.
The Moai at Mounts Botanical Garden installation is included with Garden admission:
FREE for Mounts members and children under 6; $12 for nonmember adults; $10 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $5 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.
+ Tickets available for purchase at the gate.
Garden hours are Tuesday-Sunday, 9 am to 3 pm.
About Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County:
With a mission to inspire and educate through nature, Mounts Botanical Garden is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden. Visitors to this 16-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 unique garden areas containing more than 6,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants, including Florida natives, exotic and tropical fruit trees, herbs, palms, roses, cactus, bromeliads and much more. Mounts Botanical Garden is part of the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Department, in partnership with the University of Florida and the non-profit Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden. This project is sponsored in part by The Board of County Commissioners, the Tourist Development Council, and the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Mounts Botanical is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information, please visit www.mounts.org.
(Photo courtesy of Melissa Carter)
(Photo courtesy of Jerry Ginsberg)