The Calendar | Summer 2023

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Your Song |An Elton John Tribute Concert

Friday, August 25 Devon Lawn | FREE Food, 6pm, Music, 7:30pm

Join us for an epic tribute concert celebrating Elton John’s iconic album “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road,” which is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2023. Enjoy performances by diverse and talented local musicians. Come dressed in theme and don’t forget your funky glasses! Let’s honor the legendary Elton John together.

Sound Baths in the Gardens

Park House Events Center, 6-7pm

Water Terrace Room, October-December

A sound bath is a deeply immersive, full body listening experience that uses sound bowls and other instruments to invite gentle yet powerful therapeutic and restorative processes that nurture your mind and body. These events are FREE and open to the public. Class size is limited to 50 people.

July 18 - New Moon

August 30 - Full Moon

September 23 - Autumnal Equinox

October 28 - Full Moon (4-5pm)

November 27 Full Moon

December 21 - Winter Solstice

FREE FITNESS

Sponsors: Yoga

Tuesdays 6pm and Saturdays 9am

Devon Lawn Zumba

First and third Thursday through October 19

5:45pm or 6:45pm

Seasonal Plaza

Tai Chi

Every other Monday, 4pm

Meinders Terrace

Full Moon Bike Rides

Departing from Seasonal Plaza

Tuesday, August 1, 8:30pm

Wednesday, August 30, 8pm

Friday, September 29, 7:15pm

Saturday, October 28, 6:30pm

Suggested $5 donation

SONIC Summer Movies

Wednesdays through July 12

Devon Lawn | FREE

Pre-movie entertainment, 7pm

Film starts at sundown, 9pm

Vivo (2021) July 5

Salsa dancing with Clips n’ Hips

Sandlot (1993) July 12

Fun with the OKC Dodgers

Get food truck lineup at myriadgardens.org

Dancing in the Gardens

Seasonal Plaza

7pm, Dance demonstrations and instruction 8pm, Dance to the music by our DJs

Country Line Dancing | Friday, July 14

In association with the Oklahoma Opry

Salsa Night | Friday, August 4

In association with Tango PR, DJ Red Handed & Clips n’ Hips

Bollywood | Friday, August 18

In association with the India Association of Oklahoma

Busker Street Fair

Friday, September 8, 5-8pm FREE, family-friendly

Step right up to the Busker Street Fair on Friday, September 8th at the Myriad Gardens! Bring the whole family and friends to watch amazing street performers, indulge in your favorite fair foods, and browse locallymade merchandise for sale.

Get updates on vendors, entertainers, and performers at myriadgardens.org/buskerstreetfair.

DON’T MISS OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS EVENTS IN THE GARDENS:

Sunday Twilight Concerts Arts Council of Oklahoma City

Sundays, August 27, September 10 & 24, October 8, 7:30pm

Devon Lawn | FREE Visit artscouncilcokc.com

VegFestOKC

VegFest ofl Oklahoma City

Saturday, September 23, 10am-5pm

Devon Lawn | FREE Visit vegfestokc.com

Down Syndrome 5k & Festival

Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma

Saturday, September 30, 8am

Devon Lawn Visit dsaco.org/Festival

301 W. Reno Oklahoma City, OK 73102 myriadgardens.org @myriadgardens Non-Profit Org. US Postage Paid Okla. City, OK Permit No. 100
I nasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory Closing July 10-31 for Construction Update The Conservatory will be temporarily closed from July 10th to July 31st for construction updates. New flooring is being installed on the bromeliad terrace. The Gift Shop, Visitor Lobby, and Art Gallery will be open and operating during regular hours from Monday to Saturday from 9am to 5pm and Sunday, 11am to 5pm. To learn more, visit myriadgardens.org/crystalbridge. $5 Admission Special in August Don’t miss the chance to explore the Crystal Bridge’s stunning beauty! Get a $5 admission per person during August. See the colorful blooms including orchids, lilies, cacti and more, and discover the abundance of fruits and spices. Members of the Gardens always get free admission.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 5-8PM

ONGOING

Second Friday of the Month, 1-2pm

Last Saturday of the Month, 10-11am

Guided Walking Tour

ADULT

Thursday, July 6, 6-7pm

Workshop: Salsa Container Garden

M $35; NM $40

Learn to grow a salsa garden in a small space like a sunny patio. This style of planting is perfect for Oklahoma growers and adapted to our unique growing season. Join our workshop and walk away with a thriving salsa container garden, from conception to harvest. Perfect for urban growers and beyond.

Saturday, July 8, 10-11am

Saturday, September 16, 10-11am

YOUTH & FAMILIES

Thursday, July 6, 1-2pm

Celebrating Sunflowers

Children’s Garden

M $3; NM $5

Donations Accepted

All Ages

Experience a sunflower adventure in the Children’s Garden! Learn how this flower tracks the sun, savor sunflower seed brittle, make crafts, and pot up a sunflower seed to grow at home.

Saturday, July 22, 10-11am

Dino Rock Gardens

M $13 NM $15

Best for ages 4-10

ADULT

Saturday, August 5, 1-2pm

Houseplants Basics and Care

M $15; NM $25

Discover houseplant selection, care, and propagation with Plant Parent Janae Lee. From soil to troubleshooting, Janae covers every aspect to keep your plants happy. Take home cuttings and enjoy growing your own collection. Register now for this informative class and become a houseplant guru.

Saturday, August 19, 11am-noon

Fall Vegetable Gardening

M $10; NM $15

YOUTH & FAMILIES

Saturday, August 5, 10-11am

Plants We Eat

M $5; NM $7

Best for Ages 7-12

From chocolate to spinach, we eat seeds, stems, leaves, roots, and flowers. Engage your brain and taste buds as we explore the different parts of plants.

Saturday, August 12, 10-11am

Fairy Tea Party

M $10 NM $12

Best for ages 4-8

Saturday, August 19, 1-2pm

Macrame Potholders

M $14 NM $18

Best for ages 7+

Unleash your creativity and discover the art of macrame! Learn how to create beautiful holders for potted plants or stuffed animals in this engaging workshop. Please note, this activity is not suitable for children under 7.

ADULT

Saturday, September 2, 1-2pm

Creating a Monarch Waystation

M $16; NM $20

Create a Monarch Waystation in your own garden and support monarchs’ migration. Learn how to plan, design, source host and nectar plants for it, and get certification. Build your waystation from the ground up in this class. Take home one host and one nectar plant.

Saturday, September 9, 10-11:30am

Workshop: Foraged Floral Arrangements

M $45; NM $50

YOUTH & FAMILIES

Saturday, September 23, 10-11am Prehistoric Plants

M $8 NM $10

Best for ages 5-8

Join us as we travel back in time to discover plant species that have been around for 200 million years. Explore Cycads, moss, and ferns in the Crystal Bridge Conservatory and create your own botanical fossil craft! Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn about the fascinating history of these ancient plants.

Last Saturday of the Month, 9am–12pm

Pot Up Your Own Houseplant!

The Crystal Bridge

Prices vary, while supplies last.

Take a piece of the Crystal Bridge home with you by potting up your own houseplant in a provided container of your choice. Select plants highlighted from our tropical foliage plants to succulents of our desert side and more. Cost is in addition to admission.

Workshop: Botanical Candle Pouring

M $35; NM $40

Craft your own botanically inspired, hand-poured candle with Jeff Chambless of MoonGlow Maven. All natural ingredients and botanicals guarantee a beautiful end product. Each participant leaves with an 8oz candle.

Saturday, July 29, 1-4pm

Summer Beaded Earrings

M $35; NM $40

For Ages 14+

Create your own unique pair of beaded earrings with Suzie Loveless of Handmade with Love(less). Learn to craft botanically inspired earrings featuring summer colors in a beginners-friendly class suitable for age 14+. All supplies included.

Create your own dino rock garden and take home a miniJurassic world. Personalize with houseplants, dinosaur decor, and new prehistoric friends.

Saturday, July 22, 2-3pm

Water Coloring in the Garden Drop-In

Children’s Garden

$2 suggested donation

Best for ages 3-15

Get creative with nature as your inspiration. Explore the Children’s Garden and use watercolor stations to paint a picture to take home. Join us for a fun and artistic experience.

Friday, July 28, 10-11am

Full Sunflower Pots

Children’s Garden Porch

M $8 NM $10

Best for ages 4-10

Bring your little one to paint a flowerpot and plant a sun-loving friend. Explore the garden on a scavenger hunt to learn about full sun and shade plants.

Fall is the best season for gardening in Oklahoma. Join us to learn how to plan a garden from concept to harvest and get tips to extend your season further. Start your own garden as temperatures drop and enjoy ample harvest by frost.

Saturday, August 26, 10-11am All About Orchids!

M $10; NM $15

Discover all you need to know about orchids, including their types, unique needs, growth habits, and origins. Grow beautiful orchids like those in our Crystal Bridge and fall in love with this plant family. Start your own collection here.

Saturday, August 26, 1-3pm

Workshop: Papercrete Planters

M $40; NM $45

Create unique planters suitable for Oklahoma’s elements by turning paper and cement into papercrete. Learn what papercrete is and how to make it into something creative. Leave with a self-made piece and weathering/finish instructions. All supplies included.

Step into a whimsical world of fairies and join us for a magical tea party. Create fairy wands and flower crowns, and savor muffins and fairy juice. Come for a delightful and enchanting experience in the garden.

Saturday, August 12, 2-3pm

Pizza Gardens

M $8 NM $10

Best for ages 4-10

Get ready to grow your own pizza garden. Learn how to plant and care for mini greenhouses filled with tomatoes, peppers, and basil. Take home your own greenhouse and grow fresh pizza toppings.

Friday, August 18, 11am-noon

Ducks and Aquatic Plants Drop-In

Myriad Gardens’ Lake

$2 Donation Suggested

Best for ages 3-6

Come drop by our booth and learn about ducks and aquatic plants. Watch them swim in the lake while we share fascinating insights. Join us for a fun and educational experience by the water.

Weekdays through August 2, 10am–noon

Summer Weekly Walkups

Children’s Garden Porch

Suggested $2 donation

All Ages

Discover the wonder of plants with fun activities at the Children’s Garden. Every weekday offers new themes for exploration. In summer, bring a picnic and blankets to enjoy before playing in the Thunder Fountain.

• Make-It Monday

• Tasty Tuesday

• Reading Wednesdays

• Pot-it-up Thursday

• Find-It Friday

Beginning August 16, 10am

Reading Wednesdays | Toddler Tales

Every Wednesday during school year, 10am

Visitor Center Lobby

Free, Donations Accepted

Best for Ages 2-5

Join us every Wednesday for nature-themed story time with your toddler. Explore seasonal books, sing interactive songs, and enjoy a simple craft on some weeks. This is an engaging way to introduce your child to the wonders of nature through literature.

Craft a stunning seasonal floral arrangement with garden-fresh flowers and foliage in this class. Learn the basics of floral design, select materials from our collection, and gather from our grounds. Take home your beautiful creation and discover tips for foraging in your yard and keeping your arrangement fresh.

Saturday, September 9, 1-3pm

Workshop: Tatakizome –Pounded Flower Art M $30; NM $35

Experience a unique art form and create beautiful handmade cards with our Pounded Flower Art class. Learn the technique of hammering floral elements to transfer natural dye onto surfaces like cotton paper and linen. Experiment with various flower types, embrace stress-relieving fun, and take home your botanical masterpiece.

ART EXHIBITS

Saturday, September 23, 2-3pm

Migrating Monarchs Drop In Children’s Garden Porch $2 suggested donation Best for ages 5-15 Don’t miss the chance to meet migrating monarchs at the Children’s Garden Porch! Learn about their incredible journey from Canada to Mexico and create a monarch craft. Explore monarch “tagging” and be amazed by these beautiful butterflies!

Thursday, September 28, 10-11am

Taste the Rainforest M $6 NM $7 Best for ages 4-8 Step into a world of wonder and adventure with our Taste the Rainforest learning program. Students will learn about plant parts, discover exotic rainforest foods, and go on a scavenger hunt in the Crystal Bridge.

FREE
JULY
AUGUST SEPTEMBER
Register online at myriadgardens.org Register online at myriadgardens.org @myriadgardens Register online at myriadgardens.org @myriadgardens Unless otherwise stated, all classes are held in the lower level rooms of the Crystal Bridge Conservatory. MEMBERS GET DISCOUNTS ON ALL CLASSES. Join online at myriadgardens.org/membership Enjoy the splash pads open 10am-8pm daily. FREE. Endless Summer: Cindy Guthrie and Kristen Marie Brown Through July 25 A Colorful World: Deke Roberts July 26 – Sept 13 Located in the Crystal Bridge Art Gallery. Free to view during regular hours Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm and Sun, 11am-5pm. Works of art are for sale.

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