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DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES
DEC. 2025 – FEB. 2026
LIFELONG LEARNING STARTS HERE
GARDENING & LANDSCAPE
Gardening for Birds in the Desert | Noelle Johnson
December 13, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
Discover how to transform a desert garden into a haven for birds. Learn how to attract and support native and migrating birds by incorporating the four essential elements they need to thrive. From plant selection and placement to water sources and shelter, this class guides you step-by-step in designing a bird-friendly space. Leave inspired to create a lively desert habitat for both people and birds.
Desert Terrariums Workshop | Anne Tighe of One Million Entrepreneurs
December 13, 1–3 p.m.
Members: $51.95 | General Public: $64.95
Create a stunning, sculptural desert terrarium to enjoy for years. In this hands-on workshop, design a unique succulent display using a variety of plants and materials provided.
Mediterranean Garden Design | Marie White
January 7, 5–7:30 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
This class covers all the essential design elements of a Mediterranean garden, including water features, fireplaces, outdoor lighting, pergolas, wall treatments, dining areas and planting design with desert-adapted plants, trees and herbs. Whether you are starting with a blank slate for a new home, or redoing your current yard, this class will help you add a villa vibe to all of your outdoor living spaces. Bring a photo or sketch of your yard for reference.
Cultivating Desert Roses: Adeniums | Angelica Elliott
January 10, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
Learn how to care for desert roses. With proper care, these beautiful succulents can be low maintenance, drought-tolerant container plants. Become an expert and learn to overwinter them as temperatures drop.
Gardening for Wildlife | Danielle Carlock
January 14, 21, 28 and February 4, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Members: $99.95 | General Public: $129.95
In this four-part interactive series, gain the skills and confidence to transform your outdoor space into a haven for pollinators and other desert wildlife. Each week builds on the last, with personalized feedback from the instructor to support your progress and deepen your knowledge.
Session 1: Small steps to transform outdoor spaces for wildlife
Session 2: Bigger steps to transform outdoor spaces for wildlife
Session 3: Maricopa Pollinator
Pathway: How to attract and support pollinators
Session 4: Maricopa Pollinator
Pathway: More advanced practices and steps for supporting pollinators
Visit dbg.org for more information on each session.
Orchid 101: Hands-On Potting and Intro to Orchid Care | Desert Valley Orchid Society
January 17, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
February 12, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Members: $39.95 | General Public: $49.95
Join us for an orchid care class for beginners and plant enthusiasts alike. Learn the essentials of selecting the right medium, fertilizer and techniques for growing in the desert. Repot a Phalaenopsis orchid and receive tips for caring for it at home.
Growing a Skincare Garden | Melissa Kruse-Peeples
January 24, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
Many herbs and flowers can be used to make skincare products such as salves, bath teas, lotions and soaps. Learn the basics of growing herbs and flowers including how to select a location, planting information, harvesting and drying. Learn how to make a calendula salve and take home seeds and recipes to create additional products with your garden.
Pruning Trees, Shrubs and Woody Vines | Rebecca Senior
January 31, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
This class will answer the “when, what, how and why” of pruning your trees. The final segment covers selecting best pruning tools and keeping them clean and sharp. This course is taught by an ISA certified arborist and is based on the International Society of Arboriculture best management practices and research-based information from the University of Arizona.
Springtime Vegetable Gardening | Emily Heller
February 3, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
Warmer weather creates plenty of opportunities to grow delicious vegetables and herbs, such as tomatoes, basil, green beans and squash. Learn how to produce your very own delicious homegrown bounty. Beginners and all levels are welcome.
Container Gardening for Small Spaces | Rebecca Senior
February 7, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
Container gardening solves the problem of small spaces or maybe no in-ground growing space, but it comes with unique problems to solve. In this workshop, problem-solve the right growing media, best containers to use and more. Many of the concepts learned will apply to vegetable and herb growing but the primary focus is on decorative plants in containers.
Desert Vegetable Gardening 101 | Angela Judd
December 10; February 11, 5:30–7 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
Discover how to grow vegetables successfully in Arizona’s desert climate. Learn practical tips to overcome challenges and make the most of your garden. Leave with the essentials to start growing your own food in the desert.
“The Southwest Native Plant Primer”: Learn from the Authors Jack Dash and Luke Takata
February 18, 5:30–7 p.m.
Members: $14.95 | General Public: $29.95
Join Jack Dash and Luke Takata for a special talk, Q&A and book signing celebrating the release of “The Southwest Native Plant Primer.” This book introduces 235 native wildflowers, grasses, vines, cactus and trees suited for gardeners of all experience levels who want to create resilient, ecologically beneficial landscapes.
Growing
Great Tomatoes in the Desert | Melissa Kruse-Peeples
February 25, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
Growing tomatoes can be rewarding and tasty but it can also be a challenge here in the low desert. Learn how to grow great tomatoes including timing, recommended varieties, fertilizer, companion plants, to prune or not to prune, as well as other tips for a great harvest.
SUSTAINABLE SUCCULENT HOLIDAY GREENERY ART
All art supplies included unless otherwise specified.
Succulent Wreath Workshop | Jennifer Balcom
November 29; December 7, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $149.95 | General Public: $189.95
Celebrate the season with a hands-on workshop where you’ll craft a lush, 16 inch holiday wreath using fresh winter greens, festive accents and beautiful succulents native to the valley. Guided by expert instruction, you’ll learn sustainable wreath-making techniques you can use year after year. Leave with a stunning handmade wreath and the skills to create your own seasonal décor for years to come.
Succulent Garland Workshop | Jennifer Balcom
November 29; December 7, 1–3 p.m.
Members: $149.95 | General Public: $189.95
Learn the art of crafting a sustainable holiday garland showcasing succulents native to the valley. Take home a lush handmade 6 foot holiday garland perfect for a doorway or mantle made of fresh winter greens and festive adornments. Leave with the knowledge and skill to create your own garland year after year.
Cholla Jewelry | Shari Keith
December 2, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Members: $51.95 | General Public: $64.95
Create a unique, textural necklace, bracelet or pendant using pieces of dried cholla cactus skeletons, simple wire-working techniques and stone and glass beads. All skill levels are welcome.
Desert Inspired Printmaking | Kenna Connelly
December 5, January 16, February 6, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Members: $51.95 | General Public: $64.95 (Per class)
Explore printmaking inspired by the Sonoran Desert. Kenna Connelly guides participants of all levels from concept to finished print.
December 5, February 6: Desert Inspired Relief Prints: Experiment with carving tools and inks and leave with a finished print and a printed journal/sketchbook.
January 16: Gelli Plate Nature Printing: Explore the art of monoprinting and create one-of-a-kind nature prints using gelli plate printing methods and leaves from the Sonoran Desert.
Botanical Candles | Tristen Barker
December 6, 1–3 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
Enjoy an interactive candle-making experience, explore the benefits of paraffin-free soy wax, talk about candle care, then dive into the properties of fragrance and essential oils to create a custom scent blend before mixing and handpouring your candle with dried botanicals cut from the Garden.
Mosaic Workshops | David Jarvinen
December 16; January 14; February 4, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Members: $109.95 | General Public: $139.95 (Per class)
December 16: Mosaic Aloe Panel: Create a wonderful botanical themed skinny art panel that will suit the narrow spaces in your home. We will work with porcelain tiles and glass tiles that depth and interest to your new art piece.
January 14: Desert Landscape Garden Panel: Learn about foreground, midrange and background while creating a unique landscape design. Learn how to manipulate glass tiles to complete the 9x12 mosaic panel. Grout kit provided to apply after adhesive cures.
February 4: Happy Valentine’s to My Garden: Create mosaic art for that favorite narrow space in your garden home or patio. Design a chain of four small hearts in a delightful botanical theme using glass tiles and wire. Base and materials provided. Grout kits supplied to apply after drying.
Intro to Botanical Illustration Series | Devon Meyer
January 20, 27 and February 3, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Members: $129.95 | General Public: $159.95
Learn basic drawing techniques that will help you celebrate the flora of the Sonoran Desert. Acquire skills to draw more accurately and easily. Through composition, detail and form we capture the unexpected beauty of some of nature’s most interesting plants over the course of this three-part series.
Hummingbirds in Colored Pencil | Devon Meyer
February 17, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Members: $51.95 | General Public: $64.95
The Southwest is full of gorgeous flowers that need pollinators like hummingbirds. Using simple techniques, learn to break a subject down into simple shapes and draw more accurately. We will use multiple layers of color with colored pencil to add vibrancy and sparkle to our drawings.
Watercolor in the Garden | Christin Quissell
February 27, 28, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Individual stand-alone classes)
Members: $51.95 | General Public: $64.95 (Per class)
Whether you are a beginner, an old pro or somewhere in-between, practice watercolor painting amidst the serene mesquites, saguaros and endless blue skies of the Garden. Explore watercolor painting techniques on the trails and capture the essence of the desert.
COOKING
Bourbon in Bloom: Cocktail Demo and Tasting |
Jessica Savidge
February 13, 6–8 p.m.
Members: $64.95 | General Public: $79.95
Learn how to make three different cocktails with Gertrude’s Founders Bourbon. Following the cocktail making demonstration, enjoy a tasting of each cocktail and take-home recipes to make your own bourbon cocktail creations.
Pastry Creations | Rebekah Swift
January 12; February 2, 3–4:30 p.m.
Members: $51.95 | General Public: $64.95
Learn how to make an elevated pastry creation with Chef Rebekah Swift. In this pastry demonstration and tasting experience, learn how to make your own special seasonal pastry and take home recipes.
January 12: Pies: learn to make a delicious flaky pie crust with various sweet pie fillings and savory quiche . February 2: Cakes: Learn to bake, stack and decorate a three-layer cake.
Indigenous Inspired Cooking
February 24, 6-8 p.m.
Members: $51.95 | General Public: $64.95
Enjoy a cultural cooking demo and tasting (this class is not hands-on).
Chef Denella celebrates Navajo cuisine while honoring many tribal food systems. Her culinary journey allows you to embrace the history of the Indigenous Food-Ways all while you learn how to prepare unique menu creations.
Learn to make White Sonoran Wheat Berry Micro Green Salad, featuring roasted root vegetables with a lemon pinole honey vinaigrette. Ramona Farms corn pinole is a good source of energy and is of the Akmel O’Odham people.
FORAGING
Winter Foraging in the Desert | Peggy Sue Creekmore (Sorensen)
January 10, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95 (Per class)
Discover which edible trees, weeds and cactus can be safely harvested during the cooler season. Many of these hidden treasures are easy to find—in your neighborhood or sometimes right in your own yard. Learn easy-to-make recipes and enjoy samples so you can taste how delicious desert foraging can be.
Foraging Legally and Ethically in Arizona | Mark Lewis
January 21, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
Learn the legal authorities governing wild foods foraging in Arizona and the ethical best practices for doing so in this lecture presentation. This class is a great introduction to responsible desert foraging.
Foraging Desert Greens | Mark Lewis
February 18, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
The desert is filled with greens related to ones you already know from the supermarket. Learn how to find them, cook with them and pair them with other foods in a workshop melding classroom information and a cooking demonstration ending with a tasting of a salad prepared from foraged greens.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Full Moonrise Photography | Robert McBride
December 4, 3:30–6 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
Capture the magic of a rare event — the full moon rising and setting sun. Learn about equipment needs, exposure and composing the perfect shot. While this class is open to all camera owners, it is most appropriate for cameras that can operate in manual mode and be equipped with a telephoto lens. Participants should bring a camera, tripod and user guide.
Photo by Robert McBride
Night Photography:
Photographing Holiday Lights | Ryan Parra
December 3 & 10, 6–8 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95 (Per class)
December 3: DSLR Photography: Learn all about night photography and how to create long exposures of unique light sources using a DSLR camera on manual mode. Experiment with different shutter speeds, ISO settings, aperture and lenses in the Garden.
December 10: Smartphone Photography: Learn all about night photography and how to create long exposures of unique light sources using a smartphone. Experiment with different phone settings as we practice in the Garden.
Artistic iPhone© Photography | Joanne West
January 8, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
Learn to locate and use specific camera settings on your iPhone© to capture the beauty of the Garden with artistic style. Learn new ways to achieve sharper focus and perfect exposure in different lighting conditions. Use the iPhone© camera’s macro and telephoto for unique closeups photos. Discover ways to capture fast moving subjects, utilize the live photo features like blurring water, create beautiful portraits and great selfies. This class is for iPhone© users.
Photographing Cactus Geometry | Rick White-Pickett
January 22, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
Discover the stunning patterns hidden in the heart of the desert with this class on cactus geometry. Learn how to capture mesmerizing topdown perspectives that highlight symmetry, texture, and natural design.
Photo by Joanne West
Photo by Rick White-Pickett
Light Painting Photography | Rick White-Pickett
February 12, 5:30–8 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
Step into the Garden after dark to explore the art of light painting, where long exposure photography meets creative lighting techniques. Experiment with illuminating cactus and desert flora to create stunning images that add depth and drama to our shots.
Cyanotype Photography with Southwest Flora and Fauna | Ryan Parra
February 13, 10 a.m. – 12p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
Learn all about the historical Cyanotype process, creating a handful of Southwest flora and fauna impressions on pre-coated paper. This camera-less technique involves laying objects on paper coated with a solution of iron salts before exposing it to UV light, and washing with water to create stunning white and Prussian blue images of Southwest specimens, just as the botanist Anna Atkins did 175 years ago.
Intro to Wildlife Photography | Robert McBride
February 26, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
From bears to bobcats, birds and bugs, wildlife photography is one of the most demanding yet rewarding disciplines in all photography. In this class, we cover all aspects of wildlife photography from photographic techniques to those all-important tricks and tips for capturing stunning images of animals in their natural habitat. Open to all camera types and experience levels.
Photo by Robert McBride
Photo by Rick White-Pickett
Photo by Ryan Parra
NATURE & ECOLOGY
Winter Birding in Phoenix | Kathe Anderson
December 4, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
With the influx of ducks, shorebirds and oddities (sometimes a Roseate Spoonbill), birding in the Phoenix area can be exceptionally rewarding. Everyone knows the Gilbert Water Ranch, but there is a host of other great sites in and around Phoenix worth exploring. The habitats range from riparian to urban ponds to desert jewels. Introducing Maricopa Audubon’s Birding Phoenix and Maricopa County, AZ guide to sites, Kathe narrows down the dozens of locations in the book to her favorite, must-visit spots in the winter, with tips about accessibility and probable species.
Bluebirds, Robins and Thrushes | Kathe Anderson
January 9, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
These melodious songsters are popular and widely known from other parts of the United States. However, we have our own collection of this family of birds in Arizona. This class will emphasize the common varieties of thrushes, including eastern and western bluebirds, hermit thrushes, robins and Townsend’s solitaires. Learn where to find them, their identification and backstory.
Birds: Enjoying and Understanding Local Birds | Rick Pearce
January 27, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Members: $14.95 | General Public: $29.95
There are 300 bird species in Arizona with 190 documented in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Learn about these birds, their habitats, and diets from one of our bird experts.
Get tips on using binoculars and learn how you can help birds continue to thrive in the Sonoran Desert.
Raptor ID | Kathe Anderson
February 5, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Members: $29.95 | General Public: $39.95
Concentrating on birds of prey readily found in the Phoenix metropolitan area, this class provides an overview of identifying raptors, not only by size and shape, but by behavior, habitat and season. This class covers categories of raptors such as eagles, falcons, soaring birds and forest hawks, as well as unique species like osprey and northern harrier, plus turkey and black vultures.
Mighty Saguaro | Don Brockway
February 17, 5:30–7 p.m.
Members: $14.95 | General Public: $29.95
The saguaro is the icon of the Sonoran Desert that inspires us to appreciate the majesty and beauty of the land that surrounds us. The story of the saguaro starts with thousands of tiny seeds, often spread by birds, with only a few seeds landing safely, germinating and making it to maturity. From there the saguaro becomes home and food to many creatures and slowly grows to tower over all other Sonoran Desert plants.
Botanic Briefings
Visit our website for dates and topics. Dorrance Hall
Included with General Admission. Spend your lunch hour hearing fascinating tales from the field from Garden Research Conservation & Collections scientists and visiting researchers.
Lunch not provided, please pack your own lunch or purchase a lunch from Gertrude’s by Tarbell’s or Patio Café.
WELLNESS
YOGA
Sunset Yoga
December 2, 16; January 20, 27; February 3, 17, 24, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Members: $19.95 | General Public: $32.95
(Per class)
Unwind and connect with nature during this memorable Sunset Yoga session, led by Metta Yoga. Together, in a Sonoran Desert oasis, breathe, stretch and embrace the beauty of the setting sun whilst enjoying the Garden views. This is an all-levels class.
Chair Yoga
December 3, January 14, February 4, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Members: $14.95 | General Public: $24.95 (Per class)
Unwind and connect with nature during a supportive asana chair yoga class. Using a chair for modifications and variations on traditional asana (poses), we’ll explore the best ways to support bodies that struggle with getting to and from the floor or just need a gentler approach to the practice that day. This gentle approach allows practitioners to benefit from the asana while finding a deeper focus on the breath and feeling of stability in the body.
This is an all-levels class.
Gentle Yoga
December 17, January 28, February 18, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Members: $14.95 | General Public: $24.95 (Per class)
Start your day slowly with gentle yoga in the Garden led by Metta Yoga. Try to go slow through this traditional vinyasa flow class, focused on basic postures and sun salutations. You will be surprised how moving slowly with awareness can be quite soothing and relaxing.
This is an all-levels class.
PILATES
Pilates & Lattes in the Garden
December 6, January 17, February 7, 10–11:30a.m. (45 minute Pilates class followed by an optional coffee social hour)
Members: $24.95 | General Public: $34.95 (Per class)
Come move, connect and caffeinate with Pilattes, a community-driven experience bringing people together through Pilates and lattes.
We’ll start with a 45-minute alllevels Pilates class taught by Melanie McKenna, followed by a casual coffee hour to connect, unwind and build community.
Coffee not included in ticket price.
SOUND MEDITATION
Morning Sound Meditation
December 7, 14, 21; January 11, 25; February 1, 8, 15, 10–11 a.m.
Members: $19.95 | General Public: $29.95 (Per class)
Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation. Participants can be seated or lie down for the entirety of the class. Don’t forget to bring a mat.
Sunset Sound Meditation
December 3, 10, 17; January 21, 28; February 11, 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Members: $19.95 | General Public: $29.95 (Per class)
Experience sound meditation at the Garden in a peaceful sunset setting. Let the soothing melodies of singing bowls and gongs transport you to a state of pure relaxation and meditation.
HERBALISM
DIY Herbal Teas | Denise Lee of One Million Entrepreneurs
January 11, 1–3 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
Join us for a hands-on herbal tea workshop where you’ll craft soothing, immune-supporting blends. Explore the best herbs for seasonal health and overall wellness. Leave with your own blend and the knowledge to support your health all season long.
Desert Plant Walk: Healing Herbs of the Sonoran Desert | Jennifer Ribaudo
January 31, 10–11:30 a.m.
Members: $19.95 | General Public: $29.95
Take a leisurely walk through the Desert Botanical Garden and get to know the plants of the Sonoran Desert in a whole new way. We’ll explore how desert natives and other adapted plants are used for wellness. Leave with a deeper appreciation for the desert and its incredible plant allies. This walk is suitable for all abilities; please contact us if you will need to rent a scooter.
TRAVEL & ADVENTURE
Sulphur Springs Valley Weekend: Cranes, Wine & Archeology | Kathe Anderson and Carlos Oldham
January 30 – February 1, Arrive Friday at 2 p.m., Depart Sunday at 11:30 a.m. Visit dbg.org for price and more information
Each winter, a variety of birds, including Sandhill Cranes, raptors, songbirds and waterfowl, gather in the Sulphur Springs Valley of southeastern Arizona. We will look for whatever species of birds we can find in the lovely grasslands and assorted ponds of the area, perhaps witnessing the spectacle of hundreds of cranes landing with their distinctive bugling calls. Explore the Rex Allen Museum and Amerind Museum and sample wines at a local vineyard to round out the weekend. Trip leaders are Kathe Anderson, field guide and instructor, and Carlos Oldham, Garden docent and former president of Audubon Society of Portland, Oregon.
Now – May 10
FRAMERATE: Desert Pulse, a multi-sensory art exhibit by ScanLAB Projects, invites visitors into the visual and emotional energy of the Sonoran Desert. Through photography, LiDAR scanning, motion and sound, it reveals new ways of seeing and deepens appreciation for our vibrant ecosystem.
DESERT PULSE CLASSES
Timelapse Photography for Beginners | Rick White-Pickett
January 15, 5:30–8 p.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
This workshop introduces the art and technique of time-lapse photography in a desert setting. Learn how to plan and shoot a long-term photo series using smartphone or DSLR tools and explore how to tell stories of subtle transformation in the natural world. Ideal for curious photographers who want to experiment with timebased imagery at their own pace.
Drying Flowers with Desiccants
December 10; February 17, 10-11:30 a.m.
Members: $34.95 | General Public: $41.95
This class draws inspiration from Desert Pulse as you learn to capture the beauty of nature in bloom and make it last. Explore how to use desiccants to preserve flowers with their vibrant colors and delicate details intact. Learn simple techniques to transform fresh blossoms into lasting treasures for art, décor or keepsakes—bringing a touch of timeless elegance to your floral creations. Following class, take home your own flower in desiccant and keepsake box.
CHILDREN & FAMILY OFFERINGS
FAMILY PROGRAMS
Cactus Clubhouse
Thursdays – Sundays, Now – May 10
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Included with admission or Garden membership
Cactus Clubhouse is a fun and immersive nature play space for kids 12 and younger. Families can dig, splash, climb, play, create, build and more! Join us on weekends for fun hands-on activities and crafts too.
Dive into Desert Pulse with hands-on activities and demonstrations for children and families in the Cactus Clubhouse available Saturdays and Sundays.
Storytime
Dec. 5 & 6, 19 & 20 & Feb. 13 & 14, 10 a.m.
Weisz Learning Center
Included with admission or Garden membership, first come first served
Introduce your child five and younger to the beauty and wonder of nature through books, songs, activities and play. Designed for children and caretakers, each session leads children through an immersive experience of nature learning in the Garden.
Seedlings
January 7, 14, 21, 28, 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Members: $9.95 | General Public: $14.95
Children 3-5 and caretakers experience the wonder of nature through hands-on lessons that teach kids and adults how to splash, dig, climb and explore together through nature play concepts.
Arizona Opera presents Rusalka, The Littlest Mermaid
February 16, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.
Dorrance Hall Reservations required.
Members: Free | General Public: $39.95 adults, $19.95 children
Join us for an unforgettable underwater adventure! Experience Rusalka: The Littlest Mermaid is a magical, child-friendly opera about courage, transformation and following your dreams. Based on Han Christian Anderson’s classic fairytale “The Little Mermaid” and composer Antonín Dvorák’s masterpiece, Rusalka, this enchanting performance is perfect for sparking young imaginations.
EDUCATORS
Teacher-Led Field Trips
Mondays – Wednesdays
9 a.m. - 3 pm.
$12 per student. Chaperone and teachers complimentary
Discover the beauty of the desert with a teacher-led field trip to Desert Botanical Garden. Teachers and their students will embark on a journey to experience unique plants and Sonoran Desert, while connecting with nature and outdoor exploration.
Photo by Tim Trumble Photography
Don’t forget, every class purchase includes admission to the Garden before or after your classes.
REFUND & CANCELATION POLICY
Refunds
Refunds can be issued for classes or cancelations with more than five business days’ notice. Please send your request to registrar@dbg.org or call 480.941.1225..
Note: Due to booking costs, Travel & Adventure class refunds in Adult Education are limited to 70% of the total price.
Cancelations
Desert Botanical Garden reserves the right to cancel programs at its discretion. Programs will run as scheduled, regardless of weather, unless participants are contacted directly by Garden staff either by phone or email. We reserve the right to substitute any instructors in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
