December in the Myriad Gardens

The Myriad Botanical Gardens is one of Oklahoma City’s most beautiful and vibrant green spaces. Offering visitors a 15-acre, natural, escape in the heart of downtown, the Gardens are free and open to the public. Our spacious grounds feature seasonal activities and events such as spring bulb displays, concerts and movies, classes, annual children’s festivals and more.

Visit myriadgardens.org to register.

Devon ice Rink Delayed opening Opening Wednesday, November 16, 3-9pm

Celebrate the reopening of the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory at Myriad Botanical Gardens November 18-20. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 9am-5pm and Sunday, 11am-5pm. EXTENDED HOLIDAY HOURS: Starting Friday, November 25 open Fridays & Saturdays 9am-8pm. Exceptions: Saturday, December 10, 9am-5pm. Closing at 3pm on Christmas Eve, Saturday, December 24. EVENTS: • Grand Reopening Weekend Musical Entertainment • Friday, November 18 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Hannah Helbig (Harpist) • Saturday, November 19 10 a.m. -12 p.m.: Hannah Helbig (Harpist) 1-1:30 p.m.: Canterbury Voices 2-4 p.m.: Sam Kahre (Cellist) • Sunday, November 20 12-2pm: Peter Markes (Violinist) 2:30-3pm: Canterbury Voices+ 3-4pm: Sam Kahre (Cellist)

(Photo by Doug Hoke) .

• Friday, November 18 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Saturday, November 19 – 10 a.m. -12 p.m. Hannah Helbig, a professional harpist living in Oklahoma City, has been playing the harp for 17 years. She has a lifetime of performance experience. An Oklahoma City University graduate in 2018 with a degree in Music Composition, she recently played in the Myriad Gardens at the Busker Street Fair. OTHER PERFORMANCES: • Saturday, November 19 10 a.m. -12 p.m.: Hannah Helbig (Harpist) 1-1:30 p.m.: Canterbury Voices 2-4 p.m.: Sam Kahre (Cellist) • Sunday, November 20 12-2pm: Peter Markes (Violinist) 2:30-3pm: Canterbury Voices+ 3-4pm: Sam Kahre (Cellist)

Exhibit runs through December 30.

• Friday, November 18, 1-4pm • Saturday, November 19, 1-4pm • Mango Room • $12 for small pot, $15 large Join us in a come-and-go event to celebrate the reopening of our Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory! We will be on site in our new Mango Room (that’s the classroom on the north side of the conservatory) potting up miniature plants to take home. Get specialized instruction on how to care for your new prize from the horticulture staff that takes care of all of the plants in our very own conservatory and gardens. Price varies according to size.

• Friday, November 18, 2 – 3 PM • Discovery Room • Donations Accepted • No Preregistration Required Parrots and frogs and gorillas…oh my? There are so many animals and insects living in the tropical rainforests AND the deserts, and you’ll be amazed at how they are adapted to survive in these unique habitats. Join us as we learn all about these creatures, and with eyes and ears open, we might just meet one of these very special animals in our own conservatory!

• Saturday, December 3, 10am-12:30pm REGISTER • Saturday, December 3, 1:30-4pm REGISTER • Terrace Room • M $45; NM $55 • Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education • Register by Tuesday, November 29 Design a fantastic, modern evergreen wreath in this seasonal, hands-on workshop. Specialized instruction will lead you to create a beautiful 18-22” wreath fit to adorn any holiday display. Evergreen wreaths are suited for indoor or outdoor displays.

• Saturday, December 3, 1- 2pm • Mango Room • M $8; NM $10 • All Ages Welcome • Register by Thursday, Dec 1 Learn about the best ways we can help birds during Winter while we make bright and tasty treats for them. We’ll create garlands and outdoor ornaments for the Children’s Garden and our own backyards.

• Saturday, December 3, 11am-6pm • Sunday, December 4, 11am-6pm • Cost to see Santa is admission of the Crystal Bridge. • Polar Express, $5 to ride Join us for Passport to Santa at Myriad Botanical Gardens in the newly renovated Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory! Saturday and Sunday, December 3rd and 4th from 11 am – 6 pm we will host Santa and a variety of holiday activities. Enjoy live holiday music as you decorate ornaments with Wine & Palette or have your face painted by OKC’s own, Kaleidoscope Arts. Take a train ride around the Myriad Gardens on the “Polar Express”, only $5. To visit with Santa, simply pay admission to the Crystal Bridge and head up to our Bromeliad Terrace. Inside you will find games, activities, and crafts highlighting holiday celebrations from around the world including Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Christmas traditions from Europe, Mexico, and Australia. Purchase a “passport” at the front desk to participate for only $5.

• Sunday,December 4, 1 – 4 PM • Terrace Room • M $30; NM $35 • Chelsey Shimanek, Chirping Chickadee Embroidery • Register by Wednesday, November 1 Learn a new skill or come for the fun as you work on your very own botanically-inspired hand embroidery piece. Designed with beginners in mind, you will be guided through essential stitches as you practice making your own sampler, finishing out the class with your very own completed set of winter ornaments. Tools, basic stitches, pattern transfer, and finishing techniques will all be covered. All supplies included.

• Saturday, December 17, 10 AM – noon • Mango Room • M $39; NM $45 • Register by Tuesday, December 13 Come decorate gingerbread houses while we listen to holiday music and talk about the Ginger root and the history of gingerbread. Structure, frosting, and candies for decorating all provided.

• Saturday, December 17, 1 – 2 PM • Terrace Room • M $12; NM $15 • Bradley Fowler, Children’s Garden Manager • Register by Thursday, December 15 Winter colds, the flu…no thank you! Whether you’re trying to avoid it or just wanting to feel better faster, herbal teas have been used for centuries to help strengthen and support our immune systems in their fight for our bodies. Join us in learning about specific herbs and their immune-boosting properties, tips and recipes, as well as making our own tea mixtures to take home and enjoy.

• Saturday, November 26, 10am • FREE • Stroller and wheelchair friendly, leashed dogs welcome • Meet in the Visitor Lobby Take a Guided Tour of the Gardens with the staff that knows the grounds best, our horticulture department. We’ll look at everything fall going into winter. You’ll learn more about the Gardens and get tips and be inspired for your home garden. Tours are every second Friday at 1pm and every last Saturday at 10am. • Friday, December 9, 1pm • Saturday, December 31, 10am • Friday, January 13, 1pm Saturday, January 28, 10am

• Tuesdays 6 pm and Saturdays, 9 am • Bring a mat, water • Location: Water Plaza Room • Instructors from YMCA Practicing yoga in the Gardens has the added benefit of connecting you with nature. The Gardens offer a space of beauty and tranquility to help relieve stress and quiet your mind. Classes are open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi.

• Meet in the Water Plaza Room • ALL Levels welcome; ages 16 years and above Tai chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Each posture flows into the next without pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion. Tai chi is sometimes described as meditation in motion because it promotes serenity through gentle movements — connecting the mind and body. Thanks to our Myriad in Motion sponsors below we can now offer this class for free! Learn basic forms, slow and even movements along with proper breathing techniques. Instructed by Ling Miller. Wear comfortable clothes to move in and flat shoes for balancing on one foot. Chairs available upon request. n