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SUMMARY:Todd Talk: Where Does Our Food Come From?
DESCRIPTION:Join Bellingrath Gardens and Home Executive Director Todd Lasseigne for an engaging lecture exploring where our food comes from. Learn how food travels from gardens to our tables while discovering the important connections among agriculture\, plants\, people\, and the environment. \nMember: Free | Non-member: $16.50 \nPlan Your Visit\n\nDate: October 14\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nLocation: Magnolia Room\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/todd-talk-where-does-our-food-come-from/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyn Acocella-Medina":MAILTO:lacocellamedina@bellingrath.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T203000
DTSTAMP:20260806T204803Z
CREATED:20260806T204726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T204803Z
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SUMMARY:Lucky Leaves Bingo Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Lucky Leaves Bingo Night\, a monthly evening of plant-themed bingo\, garden fun\, and exciting prizes at Bellingrath Gardens and Home. Held in the Magnolia Café\, gather your friends and enjoy a lively night surrounded by the beauty of the Gardens. Complimentary refreshments\, including tea\, coffee\, and water\, will be provided\, while beer and wine will be available for purchase. Whether you’re a plant enthusiast\, bingo champion\, or simply looking for a fun night out\, this is your chance to get lucky among the leaves! 18 & up only. \nMember: $15 | Non-member: $20 \nPlan Your Visit\n\nDate: October 15\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM\nLocation: Magnolia Café\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/lucky-leaves-bingo-night-4/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyn Acocella-Medina":MAILTO:lacocellamedina@bellingrath.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T113000
DTSTAMP:20260805T184922Z
CREATED:20260805T184922Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us the last Wednesday of each month to enjoy the Gardens and hear from our Bellingrath staff. This month\, Seth from our Horticulture Team will talk about native plants and the important role they play in supporting local ecosystems. \nGarden Walk & Talk is open to the public – the tour is included with regular Gardens admission\, and it’s free for Bellingrath members. No advance registration required. \nJoin us each month to connect with nature\, learn something new\, and enjoy the ever-changing beauty of the Gardens! \n\nDate: Octobber 28\, 2026\nTime: 10:30 – 11:30 PM\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/garden-walk-talk-17/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Annual Events,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T113000
DTSTAMP:20260807T195659Z
CREATED:20260807T185639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T195659Z
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SUMMARY:A Closer Look: Bessie Morse Bellingrath's Silver Collection with Tom McGehee
DESCRIPTION:Take a closer look at Bessie Morse Bellingrath’s remarkable silver collection with Museum Home Director Tom McGehee. Discover the stories\, craftsmanship\, and history behind pieces Mrs. Bellingrath collected for her beloved home\, and learn what they reveal about her distinctive taste and passion for the decorative arts. \nMember: Free | Non-member: $16.50 \nPlan Your Visit\n\nDate: November 4\, 2026\nTime: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM\nLocation: Magnolia Room\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/a-closer-look-bessie-morse-bellingraths-silver-collection-with-tom-mcgehee/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyn Acocella-Medina":MAILTO:lacocellamedina@bellingrath.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T110000
DTSTAMP:20260730T195056Z
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SUMMARY:Cultivate: Growing STEM Educators PreK - K Session
DESCRIPTION:Cultivate Your Teaching Skills: Professional Development at Bellingrath Gardens\nCultivate is a PD-certified teacher development program that provides Alabama’s PreK-8 educators with the foundation and plant science and literacy lesson plans they need to grow excited\, confident\, and engaged students in STEM. Leave with three PD credit hours\, plant science curriculum\, a variety of STEM resources\, and the confidence to build future plant scientists. BGH is an AMSTI Affiliate. \nWhy Attend? \n\nEnhance Your STEM Teaching: Immerse yourself in practical\, plant science-based STEM lessons tailored to the Alabama Course of Study.\nProfessional Development Hours: Receive a certificate for three PD credit hours as you broaden your professional expertise. \nTake Home Resources: Leave not just with knowledge\, but with a bin of STEM resources to bring your lessons to life. \nIncredible Scholarship Opportunity: Get 90% off the program cost by completing a simple scholarship appreciation. \n\nQuick Details \n\nPrice: $10 per session per educator. A pre-survey form must be completed before registration can be completed. Please complete the 2-step registration process no later than 1 week before event date.  Register Here\nVenue: Magnolia Room\, next to the Café.\nPreparation: Bring a notebook\, pen\, and your cell phone for photos.\nAttire: Comfortable clothing suitable for a garden walk.\n\nNeed Assistance? We’re Here to Help! \nFor any questions\, reach out to Felicia Henderson at fhenderson@bellingrath.org. Your educational journey is important to us! Learn more about our Cultivate programs here. \nWe would like to express our deepest appreciation to our sponsors\, including the State of Alabama Legislature\, The Daniel Foundation of Alabama\, BAE Systems\, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians\, and Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Alabama\, for their unwavering support of the Cultivate program.  \nJoin the Cultivate Experience \nDon’t miss out on this transformative professional development opportunity. Register today\, and let’s cultivate the future of STEM education together!  \nTICKETS
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/cultivate-growing-stem-educators-prek-k-session/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Cultivate,Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T195134Z
CREATED:20260730T195134Z
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SUMMARY:Cultivate: Growing STEM Educators 1 - 3 Session
DESCRIPTION:Cultivate Your Teaching Skills: Professional Development at Bellingrath Gardens\nCultivate is a PD-certified teacher development program that provides Alabama’s PreK-8 educators with the foundation and plant science and literacy lesson plans they need to grow excited\, confident\, and engaged students in STEM. Leave with three PD credit hours\, plant science curriculum\, a variety of STEM resources\, and the confidence to build future plant scientists. BGH is an AMSTI Affiliate. \nWhy Attend? \n\nEnhance Your STEM Teaching: Immerse yourself in practical\, plant science-based STEM lessons tailored to the Alabama Course of Study.\nProfessional Development Hours: Receive a certificate for three PD credit hours as you broaden your professional expertise. \nTake Home Resources: Leave not just with knowledge\, but with a bin of STEM resources to bring your lessons to life. \nIncredible Scholarship Opportunity: Get 90% off the program cost by completing a simple scholarship appreciation. \n\nQuick Details \n\nPrice: $10 per session per educator. A pre-survey form must be completed before registration can be completed. Please complete the 2-step registration process no later than 1 week before event date.  Register Here\nVenue: Magnolia Room\, next to the Café.\nPreparation: Bring a notebook\, pen\, and your cell phone for photos.\nAttire: Comfortable clothing suitable for a garden walk.\n\nNeed Assistance? We’re Here to Help! \nFor any questions\, reach out to Felicia Henderson at fhenderson@bellingrath.org. Your educational journey is important to us! Learn more about our Cultivate programs here. \nWe would like to express our deepest appreciation to our sponsors\, including the State of Alabama Legislature\, The Daniel Foundation of Alabama\, BAE Systems\, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians\, and Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Alabama\, for their unwavering support of the Cultivate program.  \nJoin the Cultivate Experience \nDon’t miss out on this transformative professional development opportunity. Register today\, and let’s cultivate the future of STEM education together!  \nTICKETS
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/cultivate-growing-stem-educators-1-3-session/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Cultivate,Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T110000
DTSTAMP:20260730T195806Z
CREATED:20260730T195440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T195806Z
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SUMMARY:Cultivate: Growing STEM Educators 4 - 5 Session
DESCRIPTION:Cultivate Your Teaching Skills: Professional Development at Bellingrath Gardens\nCultivate is a PD-certified teacher development program that provides Alabama’s PreK-8 educators with the foundation and plant science and literacy lesson plans they need to grow excited\, confident\, and engaged students in STEM. Leave with three PD credit hours\, plant science curriculum\, a variety of STEM resources\, and the confidence to build future plant scientists. BGH is an AMSTI Affiliate. \nWhy Attend? \n\nEnhance Your STEM Teaching: Immerse yourself in practical\, plant science-based STEM lessons tailored to the Alabama Course of Study.\nProfessional Development Hours: Receive a certificate for three PD credit hours as you broaden your professional expertise. \nTake Home Resources: Leave not just with knowledge\, but with a bin of STEM resources to bring your lessons to life. \nIncredible Scholarship Opportunity: Get 90% off the program cost by completing a simple scholarship appreciation. \n\nQuick Details \n\nPrice: $10 per session per educator. A pre-survey form must be completed before registration can be completed. Please complete the 2-step registration process no later than 1 week before event date.  Register Here\nVenue: Magnolia Room\, next to the Café.\nPreparation: Bring a notebook\, pen\, and your cell phone for photos.\nAttire: Comfortable clothing suitable for a garden walk.\n\nNeed Assistance? We’re Here to Help! \nFor any questions\, reach out to Felicia Henderson at fhenderson@bellingrath.org. Your educational journey is important to us! Learn more about our Cultivate programs here. \nWe would like to express our deepest appreciation to our sponsors\, including the State of Alabama Legislature\, The Daniel Foundation of Alabama\, BAE Systems\, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians\, and Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Alabama\, for their unwavering support of the Cultivate program.  \nJoin the Cultivate Experience \nDon’t miss out on this transformative professional development opportunity. Register today\, and let’s cultivate the future of STEM education together!  \nTICKETS
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/cultivate-growing-stem-educators-4-5-session/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Cultivate,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T195824Z
CREATED:20260730T195706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T195824Z
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SUMMARY:Cultivate: Growing STEM Educators 6 - 8 Session
DESCRIPTION:Cultivate Your Teaching Skills: Professional Development at Bellingrath Gardens\nCultivate is a PD-certified teacher development program that provides Alabama’s PreK-8 educators with the foundation and plant science and literacy lesson plans they need to grow excited\, confident\, and engaged students in STEM. Leave with three PD credit hours\, plant science curriculum\, a variety of STEM resources\, and the confidence to build future plant scientists. BGH is an AMSTI Affiliate. \nWhy Attend? \n\nEnhance Your STEM Teaching: Immerse yourself in practical\, plant science-based STEM lessons tailored to the Alabama Course of Study.\nProfessional Development Hours: Receive a certificate for three PD credit hours as you broaden your professional expertise. \nTake Home Resources: Leave not just with knowledge\, but with a bin of STEM resources to bring your lessons to life. \nIncredible Scholarship Opportunity: Get 90% off the program cost by completing a simple scholarship appreciation. \n\nQuick Details \n\nPrice: $10 per session per educator. A pre-survey form must be completed before registration can be completed. Please complete the 2-step registration process no later than 1 week before event date.  Register Here\nVenue: Magnolia Room\, next to the Café.\nPreparation: Bring a notebook\, pen\, and your cell phone for photos.\nAttire: Comfortable clothing suitable for a garden walk.\n\nNeed Assistance? We’re Here to Help! \nFor any questions\, reach out to Felicia Henderson at fhenderson@bellingrath.org. Your educational journey is important to us! Learn more about our Cultivate programs here. \nWe would like to express our deepest appreciation to our sponsors\, including the State of Alabama Legislature\, The Daniel Foundation of Alabama\, BAE Systems\, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians\, and Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Alabama\, for their unwavering support of the Cultivate program.  \nJoin the Cultivate Experience \nDon’t miss out on this transformative professional development opportunity. Register today\, and let’s cultivate the future of STEM education together!  \nTICKETS
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/cultivate-growing-stem-educators-6-8-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Cultivate,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260805T192920Z
CREATED:20260805T192405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T192920Z
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SUMMARY:Todd Talk: The Master Plan
DESCRIPTION:Join Bellingrath Gardens and Home Executive Director Todd Lasseigne for an informative presentation about the organization’s Master Plan. Learn about the vision\, priorities\, and exciting plans that will guide the future growth and preservation of Bellingrath Gardens and Home. Free for members | Included with regular Gardens admission for non-members. \nMember: Free | Non-member: $16.50 \nPlan Your Visit\n\nDate: November 10\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM\nLocation: Magnolia Room\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/todd-talk-the-master-plan/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyn Acocella-Medina":MAILTO:lacocellamedina@bellingrath.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260805T193829Z
CREATED:20260805T193829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T193829Z
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SUMMARY:Oyster Shell Christmas Ornament Class
DESCRIPTION:Create one-of-a-kind holiday keepsakes in this festive\, hands-on workshop! Guests will transform oyster shells into beautiful Christmas ornaments\, perfect for decorating your tree or giving as heartfelt gifts. All supplies are provided\, and no experience is necessary—just bring your creativity and holiday spirit. \nMember: $25 | Non-member: $35 \nPlan Your Visit\nDon’t miss this opportunity to bring a touch of coastal charm to your holiday décor! \n\nDate: November 11\, 2026\nTime: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM\nLocation: Magnolia Room\, Bellingrath Gardens & Home\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/oyster-shell-christmas-ornament-class-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyn Acocella-Medina":MAILTO:lacocellamedina@bellingrath.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T200316Z
CREATED:20260805T203541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T200316Z
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SUMMARY:Magic Christmas in Lights Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Bellingrath’s famous Magic Christmas in Lights is designed and crafted right here in Alabama? All set pieces and scenes are hand-made and installed by Bellingrath’s staff to design this award-winning display that creates a holiday tradition unlike any other. Get behind the scenes of the 2025 season with our talented team and learn how to create a Christmas set piece for your home. Guests will be provided a metal frame created by our team and then learn how to attach lights to decorate the piece. All materials will be supplied and are included in the cost of the program. Space is limited and reservations are required in advance. \nPlan Your Visit\nDon’t miss this opportunity to design a festive set piece that’s perfect for gifting or adding holiday splendor to your home. \n\nDate: November 18\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nLocation: Magnolia Room\, Bellingrath Gardens & Home\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://bellingrath.org/event/magic-christmas-in-lights-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Art,Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lyn Acocella-Medina":MAILTO:lacocellamedina@bellingrath.org
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