Botanical Gardens
Programs and Events
YOGA on the lawn
Yoga will resume starting Friday, September 4th.
Yoga classes are held in our meadow every Friday at 2pm.
A good way to relieve stress and anxiety is through yoga. It provides many benefits, like improving mental health, reducing burnout, promotes self-care and reduces anxiety. Join us everyday for a free yoga class in nature, all levels welcomed!
Native Plant Open House
Saturday, September 19th, 9:00am - 3:00pm
From the Native Plant Society, to local growers, we are inviting local businesses and organizations to set up an informational table to showcase initiatives, share information, and engage with attendees who are passionate about native plants and environmental conservation!
This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the local plant community and learn more about local organizations and initiatives focused on Native flora in the Tampa area!
BEEKEEPING
We have an Apiary Collective that meets to talk about our Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera), join us to learn through demonstration about our Botanical Gardens hives!
The Collective will meet at 10:30 AM, every second and fourth saturday of the month.
MESSER FAMILY BEEKEEPING SCHOLARSHIP
Anyone can have the opportunity to participate in our course through the Messer Family Award. To become an applicant, submit a personal statement—500 words or less - on why urban beekeeping is important to you and the community.
This award will assist with course expenses for individuals interested in pursuing beekeeping as well as show a committed effort to increase urban beekeeping in the local community. Expenditures awarded from this fund will be used for but not limited to course registration costs, the purchase of course educational materials and required supplies.