A Garden Education Scrapbook

February 1, 2012

Celebrating Our Mission for 78 Years:

Education

Our display gardens may be dormant, but the winter education program is in full swing at Berkshire Botanical Garden.

We take pride in offering a diverse education program spotlighting stimulating, pertinent gardening topics presented by talented instructors who are experts in their fields.

Programs range from two-hour weekend workshops to certificate programs that can cover a course of several years.

Join us! There is something for everyone at the Garden.
Click here to see a complete listing.
We look forward to seeing you!

Berkshire Botanical Garden

Intersection of Routes 102 & 183

Stockbridge, MA 01262
(413) 298-3926

Beekeeping for Gardeners

Saturday, February 4, 9am-noon

Get started in backyard beekeeping with this informative lecture taught by Dan Conlon of Warm Colors Apiary in South Deerfield, MA. This workshop is for everyone with an interest in honeybees and beekeeping. Click here to learn more.

Members: $37
Nonmembers: $45
Registration recommended; walk-ins welcome.

The Secret Life of Bees

Saturday, February 4, 1-2:30

Take this lecture free of charge when you bundle it with Beekeeping for Gardeners, listed above.
Learn about the intricacies of bee life and communications within the hive to ensure a healthy and productive colony. A great lecture for both beginner and experienced beekeepers as well as naturalists. Taught by Heather Mattila, assistant professor of biology at Wellesley College. Click here to learn more.

Members: $10
Nonmembers: $16
Registration recommended; walk-ins welcome.

Cheese Making Workshop

Saturday, February 4, 1-3pm

cheese

This demonstration/workshop/tasting will be held off-site at the Stockbridge Town Hall kitchen, located at 50 Main Street. Join Dominic Palumbo, owner of Moon in the Pond Farm, a NOFA certified organic farm in Sheffield, MA, who will provide an overview of the art of home cheese making complete with a tasting and tips. Click here to learn more.

Members: $30
Nonmembers: $35
Registration recommended; walk-ins welcome.

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Individual. . . . .$50 Family. . . . .$75 Supporter. . . . .$150 Patron. . . . .$500 Fence Club. . . . . $1000