Toronto Botanical Garden

Drag Story Time with Gila Münster
2024-06-01 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a fabulous day of storytelling with Gila Münster!

To celebrate Pride Month, come join us in the Weston Family Library for Drag Story Time with Gila Münster (she/her), the cross dressing and cross stitching Jewish American Princess!

Saturday June 1, 11:00a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Registration: Free, Drop-in – This is a FREE event. Please note registration is not required but we would love to know you are planning to attend!

About Gila Münster
Since 2019, Gila has performed on and off stages, bringing drag into unconventional venues such as libraries, schools, community centres, lecture halls, unions, workplaces, retirement homes, hospitals, and more. Gila is the first drag performer approved as a vendor and partner for the Toronto District School Board, and has been the preferred “Drag Queen Story Time” partner of the Toronto Public Library since 2022, including marching with them in the Toronto Pride Parade to protest censorship in front of 2.4 million spectators. Gila is the recipient of the 2023 Mayworks Festival of Working People and the Arts Creative Maverick Award for her work in using arts to promote the working people. Gila is also the founder and host of the annual “8 Gays of Channukah Queer Jewish Variety Show,” the biggest event in the queer Jewish calendar in Toronto, raising funds for Machane Lev (queer Jewish summer camp) while showcasing queer Jewish artists. Outside of drag, Gila is a J.D. candidate at Queens University in Kingston, Ontario, and enjoys spending her (admittedly short) free time stitching and napping.

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Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member !

Safe Program Access

To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.
To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Thursday Afternoon, Drop-in Board Games, Puzzles, and more!
2024-04-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-18 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-07 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) and 7 more dates | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us in the Weston Family Library for drop-in games, puzzles, and more. Want to play a game with friends, colour something botanical, or sit quietly making a puzzle? These informal afternoons let you enjoy the library while you play and learn!

This is a FREE event. Please note registration is not required but we would love to know you are planning to attend!

Thursdays, January 18, 25; February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28; April 4, 11, 18, 25; 1-4 p.m.

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Join Toronto Botanical GardenJoin the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on programs, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!

Program Access• To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.• To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.• Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.• This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Children's Story Time with Toronto Public Library
2024-04-08 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us as Children’s Story Time continues with Toronto Public Library and Toronto Botanical Garden

TPL and TBG have partnered to bring back storytime! Relaunched, and back by popular demand, come join us in the Weston Family Library for children’s nature and garden story time with rhymes, and songs! All ages are welcome! Please note, caregivers must stay with participants during the program. These programs are drop-in, and free, but we love to know you are coming!

Monday, April 8, from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Registration: FREE

Register Now

Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!

Safe Program Access

To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.
To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Children's Story Time with Toronto Public Library
2024-02-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-01-19 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us as Children’s Story Time continues with Toronto Public Library and Toronto Botanical Garden

TPL and TBG have partnered to bring back storytime! Relaunched, and back by popular demand, come join us in the Weston Family Library for children’s nature and garden story time with rhymes, and songs! All ages are welcome! Please note, caregivers must stay with participants during the program. These programs are drop-in, and free, but we love to know you are coming!

Friday, January 19, from 10:30 to 11 a.m.

Registration: FREE

Register Now

Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!

Safe Program Access

To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.
To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Elf School
2023-12-17 12:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-25 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | ON
Looking to add some extra magic to your child’s holiday season? Join TBGKids Elf School for half-day drop-off programs for kids ages 5 to 10. During Elf School, children will create a sustainable craft wrapped in eco-friendly materials and enjoy a day of fun games. Your little elf will be coming home with lots of cheerful holiday spirit and a present to give to someone they love. Reserve your child’s spot today and let them discover the joy of the season with our Nature Educators while you enjoy your holiday preparations.
Dates: Saturday, November 25 and/or Sunday, December 17
Time: 12 to 4 p.m.
Fee: $45 per session
Each session will have a different take-home present – so you are welcome to sign up for both sessions!
REGISTER TODAY

Winter Children's Story Time with TPL (Several Times Available)
2023-12-16 13:00 - 13:30, 2023-12-16 11:30 - 12:00, 2023-12-08 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us as Children’s Story Time continues with Toronto Public Library and Toronto Botanical Garden

TPL and TBG have partnered to bring back storytime! Relaunched, and back by popular demand, come join us in the Weston Family Library for children’s nature and garden story time with rhymes, and songs! All ages are welcome! Please note, caregivers must stay with participants during the program. These programs are drop-in, and free, but we love to know you are coming!

Friday, December 8, at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, December 16, at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:00 p.m.

Registration: FREE

Register Now

Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!

Safe Program Access

To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.
To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Please review our Health and Safety Policies and Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Winter Blooms - Family Drop-in Day
2023-12-16 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Drop into the Children’s Centre for some green holiday activities and visit the Weston Family Library for story time.

Family Wreath Making Workshop
2023-12-03 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | ON
Come along on a winter stroll to the teaching garden, where we will learn how to identify evergreens and collect fallen natural objects. We will then warm up with a hot apple cider in the children’s center and build a wreath with your collected items and locally sourced plants.
Each family attending will work together to create one beautiful wreath in this co-learning experience! Wreaths are compostable or with care, can be used for years to come.
This program takes place on December 3rd, 2023. There are two sessions available.
Morning Session: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Afternoon Session: 1 to 3 p.m.
$50 per family of four with at least one adult
*Baby in arms policy: you may bring with no additional fee

REGISTER TODAY

Elf School
2023-10-23 00:00 (America/New_York) | ON
Looking to add some extra magic to your child’s holiday season? Join TBGKids Elf School for half-day drop-off programs for kids ages 5-10. During Elf School, children will create a sustainable craft wrapped in eco-friendly materials and enjoy a day of fun games. Your little elf will be coming home with lots of cheerful holiday spirit and a present to give to someone they love. Reserve your child’s spot today and let them discover the joy of the season with our Nature Educators while you enjoy your holiday preparations. Each session will have a different take-home present – so you are welcome to sign up for both sessions!
Dates: Saturday, November 25 and/or Sunday, December 17
Time: 12 to 4 p.m.
Fee: $45 per session

Author Talk: Imagine a Garden with Rina Singh
2023-10-14 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join award-winning children’s author Rina Singh as she delves into her literary works, with a focus on her latest release, Imagine a Garden. Rina shares the captivating narratives of seven seemingly ordinary individuals who, in the face of war, poverty, and violence, embark on extraordinary endeavors to uplift their communities. Written in free verse and illustrated by the celebrated Iranian illustrator Hoda Hadadi, this powerful picture book celebrates everyday unsung heroes and how they make their communities a better place. Rina’s work underscores how our actions play a role in fostering a more harmonious world for all living beings. A Q&A and book signing to follow. Books will be available for purchase.
Saturday, October 14, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Public $5, TBG Member FREE

About Rina Singh

Rina Singh is an award-winning Canadian Children’s Author and Spoken Word coach. She has an MFA in Creative Writing from Concordia University, Montreal, and a teaching degree from McGill University.

Join Toronto Botanical Garden

Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on programs, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!

Safe Program Access

To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.

To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.

This is an in-person, indoor, Adult Education program at the Toronto Botanical Garden.

We appreciate your support and cooperation.

Registration Deadline: Friday, October 12, noon.

Farmers Market Thursdays, Family Drop-In Activities at the TBG
2023-10-05 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join our educators as we bring the garden to life with fun crafts, activities and learning opportunities during the Toronto Botanical Garden’s Farmers Market. Find us throughout the garden, children’s center or Weston Family Library! Please note, caregivers must stay with participants during the activities.

These programs are drop-in, and FREE. Please note registration is not required but we would love to know you are planning to attend!

Thursdays during the Farmer’s Markets till October 5 from 4:00pm to 7:00 pm

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/farmers-market-at-the-garden-family-drop-in-activities-tickets-654606665157

Harvest Day Festival!
2023-10-01 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Toronto Botanical Garden welcomes fall with a Harvest Day Festival – a fun-filled day with learning exploring, activities, and music! Start the day with Nature Sommelier Jacob Rodenburg then grab a nature passport and head out to help harvest vegetables from our garden, try out binoculars to spot birds in the ravine, and even roast a marshmallow! You will receive a stamp for each activity completed. We will end the day with an interactive musical experience with musician and nature educator Pete Moss. Don’t forget to check out on your way out to collect a special prize!

T﻿he North York Harvest Food Bank will be on-site to collect donations from our garden harvest and we encourage those interested in bringing non-perishable food to add to our contribution!

This is a FREE event. Please note registration is not required but we would love to know you are planning to attend! In the event of inclement weather, events will be held inside. Otherwise, prepare to be outdoors!

Sunday, October 1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Schedule

1﻿0 to 11 a.m. – Nature Exploration with Jacob Rodenburg, in the Weston Family Library

1﻿1 to 2 p.m. – Nature Passport Stations, throughout the Garden

2﻿ to 3 p.m. – Song Circle with Pete Moss, in the Weston Family Library

About Jacob Rodenburg and Pete Moss

Jacob Rodenburg is the Executive Director of Camp Kawartha and the Kawartha Outdoor Education Centre, a summer camp and outdoor environmental education centre. He is an award-winning educator, qualified teacher with a Master’s in Education, and has taught in the field of camping and outdoor education for more than 35 years. Jacob teaches environmental education at Trent University and has published many articles on education, nature and the value of outdoor learning. He is the author of The Book of Nature Connection: 70 Sensory Activities for All Ages and will start the day in the Weston Family Library at 10 a.m. for a family-friendly exploration.

Pete Moss is an acclaimed children’s musician and child psychotherapist candidate who connects people of all ages with the natural world. Drawing inspiration from everyday birds, plants and weather, Pete’s playful, folksy style and sophisticated songwriting have gained him over 20K monthly listeners on Spotify. With lines proclaiming, “the sun, the moon, the stars are shining, in one dandelion” and referring to Chickadees as the “timbits of the sky”, Pete’s songs inspire empathy, wonder and affection toward living things.

Join Toronto Botanical Garden

Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on programs, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!

Safe Program Access

To ensure the safety of our participants and instructors, all staff, volunteers, and participants are welcome to wear masks indoors and maintain physical distancing.

To learn more about what we’re doing to make your next visit safe, enriching, and uplifting, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
