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SUMMARY:Wetlands in Transition: Past\, Present\, and Future
DESCRIPTION:Presentation: 5:30-6:00pm \nWetlands in Transition: Past\, Present\, and Future \nCoastal wetlands in Virginia are dynamic landscapes shaped by both nature and human influence. This session dives into the evolving relationship between people and these vital ecosystems—from early perceptions to modern-day challenges. Discover the shifting tides of environmental policy\, land use\, and climate impacts as we explore the obstacles to conservation and the bold opportunities for sustaining these rich\, resilient habitats. \nResponse Art Making: 6:00 – 6:50pm \nDr. Mary Roberts\, Art Therapist\, LPC\, ATR-BC\, licensed professional counselor and board-certified art therapist will facilitate eco-art making in the environment of the Norfolk Botanical Gardens grounds. Participants will be encouraged to use natural and other provided art materials to develop an artistic response to the topic\, content\, or personal experiences with wetlands in transition. \nDiscussion: 6:50pm – 7:25pm \nAfter artmaking\, Dr. Mary Roberts\, Art Therapist\, LPC\, ATR-BC will facilitate a discussion about the artworks to hear the experiences of participants. \nClosing & Adjourn: 7:25pm \nDr. Mary Roberts\, Art Therapist\, LPC\, ATR-BC will facilitate a group closing to adjourn the evening.Visual Conversations: Art\, Ecology Healing \nBrendan Baylor\, artist will respond to the expressions\, voices\, and experiences of the participants’ artworks and testimonials in formalized art which will be displayed and experiences in “Soundings”. Soundings is an art installation on display at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens through early September.Free workshop. Registration required. Taking place in the Administration Building.Register OnlineIan Blair biography – \nIan T Blair\, AICP\, CFM\, is the Policy Program Director at Wetlands Watch\, where he specializes in implementing rolling easements and other innovative adaptation tools to tackle climate change. Before joining Wetlands Watch\, Ian worked as a Regional Flood Planner with the Texas Water Development Board\, overseeing state and regional flood planning initiatives. Ian is a two-time Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Ukraine and Georgia) and AmeriCorps State alum. He holds a Master’s degree in Regional Planning from Cornell University and a bachelor’s degree from Lewis & Clark College.
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/wetlands-in-transition-past-present-and-future/
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SUMMARY:Ecological Repair
DESCRIPTION:Presentation: 10:00-10:30am \nEcological Repair \nArt education scholar and artist Veronica Hicks will present the needs for ecological repair in our communities to include the historical significance of indigenous and non-native plants\, invasive species\, and the curated environment. \nResponse Art Making: 10:30 – 11:20am \nDr. Mary Roberts\, Art Therapist\, LPC\, ATR-BC\, licensed professional counselor and board-certified art therapist will facilitate eco-art making in the environment of the Norfolk Botanical Gardens grounds. Veronica Hicks\, PhD\, will assist to facilitate nature-based art practices for ecological restoration and collective healing. Participants will be encouraged to use natural and other provided art materials to develop an artistic response to the topic\, content\, or personal experiences with climate change and ecological repair. \nDiscussion: 11:20am – 11:55am \nAfter artmaking\, Dr. Mary Roberts\, Art Therapist\, LPC\, ATR-BC will facilitate a discussion about the artworks to hear the experiences of participants. Veronica Hicks will share in the discussion the role of nature-based art practices for ecological repair and connection. \nClosing & Adjourn: 11:55am \nDr. Mary Roberts\, Art Therapist\, LPC\, ATR-BC will facilitate a group closing to adjourn the evening.Visual Conversations: Art\, Ecology Healing \nBrendan Baylor\, artist will respond to the expressions\, voices\, and experiences of the participants’ artworks and testimonials in formalized art which will be displayed and experiences in “Soundings”. Soundings is an art installation on display at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens through early September.Free workshop. Registration required. Taking place in the Administration Building.Register OnlineVeronica Hicks biography – \nVeronica Hicks\, PhD\, is an art education scholar and artist whose work bridges art\, education\, and creative practice. Dr. Hicks engages with communities to foster ecological repair due to challenges in our environment. A basket weaver and textile artist\, she works with natural dyes\, many of which she grows and harvests herself\, to create richly hued\, sustainable artworks that honor tradition\, resilience\, and healing.
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/ecological-repair/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T100000
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SUMMARY:Orchid Society Show and Sale: Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Orchid Show & Sale\nMarch 13–15\, 2026 \nJoin us for a weekend immersed in orchids – spectacular displays\, educational presentations\, ribbon judging of members’ finest blooms\, and gorgeous plants ready to take home. \nOrchid Classics and Woodstream Orchids will offer a stunning selection of orchids for sale throughout the event. \n\nFri\, 13 March 2026 \n\nOrchid show and sale with educational presentations throughout the day\nRibbon judging of members’ orchids\n2:00 PM – Peter Breed\, “Growing Windowsill Orchids”\nVendors: Orchid Classics and Woodstream Orchids
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/orchid-society-show-and-sale-day-1/
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SUMMARY:Camellia Society Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:Bloom Entry: 7:30am-10:00am \nJudging: 10:15am-12:00pm \nPlant Sale: 10:00am-2:00pm \nCamellia Show (open to public): 12:00pm-4:00pm
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/camellia-society-show-and-sale/
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SUMMARY:Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Friday April 24\, 2026 | 10AM – 7PMApril 25 – 26\, 2026 | 10AM – 4PMJoin us for our Spring Plant Sale\, where you can purchase our handpicked collection of all different types of plants that thrive in Coastal Virginia. We’ve got sought-after natives that’ll make your garden sing! Our members get the VIP treatment with exclusive early access to snag these green goodies. Don’t miss out – become a member today and let the gardening fun blossom. \nYour support is greatly appreciated. As a non-profit organization\, the funds from this sale are used to help us fulfill our mission: To immerse visitors in a world of beauty\, lead through environmental action\, and inspire through education and connection to nature.
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/spring-plant-sale/
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SUMMARY:Tidewater African Violet Society Show and Sale
DESCRIPTION:TAVS Show and Sale May 2-3 \nShow open:  Sat. 1-5\, Sun. 9-4 \nSales open:  Sat. 9-5\, Sun. 9-4
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/tidewater-african-violet-society-show-and-sale-2/
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SUMMARY:Suds and Buds
DESCRIPTION:Each year the Rotary Club of Norfolk and Norfolk Botanical Garden team up with a different non-profit partner to produce one of Hampton Roads’ Premier Spring Charity Events. Suds & Buds features local restaurants\, craft beer\, wine and live music. Suds & Buds has raised nearly $300\,000 for local charities since its inception. Event proceeds will support Rotary Club of Norfolk\, Norfolk Botanical Garden and The Sarah Michelle Peterson Foundation. \nThree Great Causes\, One Great Party!Purchase Your Tickets
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/suds-and-buds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000
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SUMMARY:Virginia Bonsai Society Show and Sale Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nLive Demos: To be held in the Holly Room. \nSpecial Highlight: Bill and Katy Show on Sunday morning. \nOther Features: Raffle and vendors.
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/virginia-bonsai-society-show-and-sale-day-1/
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SUMMARY:Every Brilliant Thing
DESCRIPTION:Reserve Your Tickets – Event Admission is FREEThe premier professional theatre in southeastern Virginia\, Virginia Stage Company was founded in 1978 by members of the Hampton Roads community who had a deep desire to make live theatre a part of the area’s cultural life. For its home\, VSC chose the Wells Theatre in downtown Norfolk\, which was fully restored in 1986 and is now a National Historic Landmark.Learn MoreThe Up Center provides more than 20 critical support services for children and families in our community\, including mental health counseling\, parenting education and support\, youth mentoring\, foster care and adoption\, housing and financial counseling\, and services for people with disabilitiesLearn MoreRotary Club Norfolk is a vibrant group of community leaders who enjoy being part of southeastern Virginia’s oldest and largest service club. They have nearly 100 members come from throughout Hampton Roads and share a passion for community service and fellowship. They value always learning something new\, having fun\, and working together to make our community and world better.Learn MoreNorfolk Botanical Garden (voted #3 Best Botanical Garden in the U.S. through Newsweek) represents an oasis of more than 65 themed gardens encompassing 175 beautiful acres. The Garden is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums\, recognized as a Virginia Historic Landmark\, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Virginia Green attraction. It is managed by Norfolk Botanical Garden\, Inc. and supported by the City of Norfolk. The mission of Norfolk Botanical Garden is to immerse visitors in a world of beauty\, lead through environmental action and inspire through education and connection to nature.DirectionsWe are located at: \n6700 Azalea Garden Road\nNorfolk\, Virginia 23518-5337\nGet Directions » \nNext to Norfolk International Airport. Minutes from Downtown Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/every-brilliant-thing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T100000
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SUMMARY:Fall Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Norfolk Botanical Garden Third Annual Diversity Gallery\, in partnership with Norfolk’s Barry Art Museum\, showcases art from underrepresented communities in Hampton Roads. This community initiative was launched by NBG’s President’s Council on Inclusion and Diversity and is displayed in Baker Hall Visitor Center. \nDiversity Gallery Artist Reception: \nFebruary 28th in the Baker Hall Visitor Center and in the EDU hallway. This event provides an excellent opportunity for the community to connect with the artists and serves as the moment when winners of the juried show are announced. \nReserve Your Daytime Ticket
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/fall-plant-sale/
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SUMMARY:2027 Diversity Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Diversity Gallery Show: January 15 – March 28\nDiversity Gallery Artist Reception Sat. January 30 | 11AM – 2PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorfolk Botanical Garden invites local artists to join us in a creative exploration of celebrating diversity\, equity\, and inclusion. The Garden encourages artists to showcase how diverse the cultures\, experiences\, and identities are that comprise our Hampton Roads community. \nRequirements: You must be 18 years or older to apply and be a part of an under represented minority community. All artworks must be suitable for wall display and equipped with an appropriate wire hanging system. \nQuestions: If you have any questions regarding this exhibit\, please do not hesitate to reach out. You can contact us at 757-441-5830 ext. 349 or specialevents@nbgs.org. \n  \n\n  \n\nApplications Open | September 15 – November 30\nArtists selected for Gallery | December 7\nArtwork Drop Off (for accepted artists) | January 8 – January 13\nDiversity Gallery Open | January 15 – March 28\nArtwork Pickup | March 29 – March 31
URL:https://norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/event/2026-diversity-gallery/
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