Orchids Not Hard, Just Different

May 14, 2026 • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

$36 | $28 WBG Members 

Graeser Family Education Center

Instructor: Jan Smith, Kentucky Orchid Society President

Description: An introduction to understanding the factors that can lead to success in growing orchids in your home. Don't throw out the lovely orchid you got as a gift! Coax it to bloom again--it can reward you year after year! 

Perhaps you just got a new orchid for Mother’s Day, or you have an old one that’s barely hanging on but want to keep it going! Learn the basics of orchid care from Kentucky Orchid Society President Jan Smith.

Disclaimer: Minimums & Cancellations

Waterfront Botanical Gardens is committed to offering high-quality, meaningful programming. As a nonprofit, each class must meet a minimum enrollment to proceed. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a program if minimum capacity is not met or due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness or severe weather. Registered participants will be notified promptly and offered a full refund or transfer option.

How to Enter Vegetables & Flowers in the Kentucky State Fair

May 21, 2026 • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

$36 | $28 WBG Members 

Graeser Family Education Center

Instructor: Gracie Taylor

Description: Learn more about what it’s like to enter vegetables & flowers in the Kentucky State Fair from award-winning local gardener, Gracie Taylor! 

Disclaimer: Minimums & Cancellations

Waterfront Botanical Gardens is committed to offering high-quality, meaningful programming. As a nonprofit, each class must meet a minimum enrollment to proceed. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a program if minimum capacity is not met or due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness or severe weather. Registered participants will be notified promptly and offered a full refund or transfer option.

How to Draw a Bonsai Tree

May 27, 2026 • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

$36 | $45 WBG Members 

Frances Newman Alden Learning Center, inside the Ellen T. Leslie Building

Instructor: Claire Krüeger

Description: Learn the basics of sketching & drawing with beautiful live Bonsai models and local artist Claire Krüeger. 

Disclaimer: Minimums & Cancellations

Waterfront Botanical Gardens is committed to offering high-quality, meaningful programming. As a nonprofit, each class must meet a minimum enrollment to proceed. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a program if minimum capacity is not met or due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness or severe weather. Registered participants will be notified promptly and offered a full refund or transfer option.

Monthly Yoga at the Gardens

June 3, 2026 • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

$25 | $20 WBG Members 

Frances Newman Alden Learning Center, inside the Ellen T. Leslie Building

Instructor: Chrissy Leake

Description: Join us for a gentle beginner-friendly yoga session to wind down at the end of your day, focused on honoring your body and showing up as you are. Participants will be guided through a series of gentle yoga postures, followed by a brief closing meditation.

Please bring your yoga mat and a water bottle with you to class.

Disclaimer: Minimums & Cancellations

Waterfront Botanical Gardens is committed to offering high-quality, meaningful programming. As a nonprofit, each class must meet a minimum enrollment to proceed. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a program if minimum capacity is not met or due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness or severe weather. Registered participants will be notified promptly and offered a full refund or transfer option.

Starting Edible & Pollinator-Friendly Gardens

June 4, 2026 • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

$36 | $28 WBG Members 

Graeser Family Education Center

Instructor: Alethea Victor, GroLeafy

Description: Discover how to create a small, manageable garden that fits your space, supports your health, and brings joy all season. Learn how to select edible plants and perennial herbs, prepare healthy soil, and use gentle, low-impact gardening techniques through demonstrations and hands-on guidance, while supporting pollinators and enjoying the mental wellness benefits of gardening.

Focus: Garden planning, soil basics, containers/raised beds, vertical growing, seedling

planting, gentle/low-impact gardening, edible and pollinator-friendly plants, garden care.

Disclaimer: Minimums & Cancellations

Waterfront Botanical Gardens is committed to offering high-quality, meaningful programming. As a nonprofit, each class must meet a minimum enrollment to proceed. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a program if minimum capacity is not met or due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness or severe weather. Registered participants will be notified promptly and offered a full refund or transfer option.