FOBG's Bloombox fundraiser
May
1
to May 15

FOBG's Bloombox fundraiser

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Surprise your loved ones with living gifts from BloomBox this Mother’s Day! BloomBox will donate 15% of your total plant order directly to FOBG which in turn will support Brookside Gardens. Use code BROOKGARD15 on the gift card or discount code box during check out when ordering during this 2 week fundraiser.

For more details CLICK HERE.

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Every Day is Earth Day
May
5
10:00 AM10:00

Every Day is Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Month on May 5 as youth take center stage, and the celebration is specially geared towards ages 2–14. Explore the science and art of sustainability through child driven projects, plantings, and activities including:

• Children's Music by Mr. Gabe: “a mix of traditional children’s songs, child-friendly pop songs, and originals”
• Art Activities
• Botanical Art demonstration
• Botanical Watercolor activity
• Plant Science Exploration Stations
• Seed Science activity: children will compare and dissect common seeds
• Pot-a-plant: children will pot a native plant to take home
• iNaturalist: families can learn how to use this popular app to identify the biodiversity in their neighborhoods
• Climate Pledge: families will make a climate action pledge to mitigate their impact on the environment
• Drop-in Children's Yoga Classes
• Kona Ice will be on site for families to purchase sweet treats
• Families will be allowed to bring a picnic and enjoy it in a designated area of the garden

Free. Registration encouraged but not required

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Native Shrubs and Small Trees for Perennial Companionship
May
18
10:00 AM10:00

Native Shrubs and Small Trees for Perennial Companionship

SPEAKER SERIES

William Cullina, author and the F. Otto Haas Executive Director, Morris Arboretum & Gardens of the University of Pennsylvania
FREE | #PBG0140 100001 (Virtual) Register at Active Montgomery
Not all woody plants mix well with perennials for several reasons, including differing soil and fertilization needs, incompatible growth habits, or aggressive root systems. This talk explores how to seamlessly blend native shrubs and small trees with existing perennials in your landscape. Discover 30 combinations that bring texture, color, and wildlife to your garden year-round.

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Summer Twilight Concert Series
Jun
4
to Jun 25

Summer Twilight Concert Series

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Tuesdays in June | 6:30 – 8:00 pm | Visitor Center Lawn
FREE; no registration required
Dance the night away with this series of musical performances set in the beauty of the Gardens! Bring your friends and family, and don’t forget your chairs, blankets, and picnics (allowed in the Gardens on concert evenings only). Food trucks will also be available for your dining pleasure.

Ocho de Bastos - Latin Pop - June 4
19th Street Band - Americana/Country/Rock - June 11
Kurlou Reggae All-Stars - Reggae - June 18
King Teddy - Swing/Rockabilly - June 25

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The Lifelong Gardener: Garden with Ease and Joy at Any Age
Jun
15
10:30 AM10:30

The Lifelong Gardener: Garden with Ease and Joy at Any Age

SPEAKER SERIES

Toni Gattone, author and adaptive gardening expert
FREE | #PBG0136 200001 (Virtual) Register at Active Montgomery
Gardeners of all ages and abilities will benefit from learning new strategies to garden with comfort, safety, and ease. Toni will review dozens of tips, tools, and techniques for adaptive gardening and will help you modify the accessibility of your garden, re-thinking your space to include containers, raised beds and vertical gardens. She’ll introduce new ergonomic tools that are easier on your hands, back, hips, and entire body

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FOBG's Perennial Plant Sale 2024
Sep
14
10:00 AM10:00

FOBG's Perennial Plant Sale 2024

ONE DAY ONLY: Saturday, Sept. 14, 10 AM - 3 PM (Rain OR Shine)

8:00-10:00 AM Early entry - FOBG Members ONLY + 10% discount

(NOT A MEMBER? COME EARLY AND JOIN AT THE SALE!) MEMBERS RECEIVE 10% DISCOUNT ON ALL PLANTS, ALl day!!

You can also join online at JOIN/RENEW FOBG MEMBERSHIP NOW

All proceeds directly support Brookside Gardens and its programs. Thank you for your support!

JOIN/RENEW FOBG MEMBERSHIP NOW

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Brookside Gardens Plant Sale
Apr
20
10:00 AM10:00

Brookside Gardens Plant Sale

South Terrace, Brookside Gardens Visitor Center

Get a head start on spring gardening! You’ll appreciate the high-quality perennials, shrubs, and small trees grown at Montgomery Parks’ Pope Farm and local nurseries. Enjoy a wide selection of plants, including native ecotypes, and get expert advice from staff horticulturists. The plant list will be published on the main page of www.brooksidegardens.org the week prior to the sale. Proceeds support Brookside Gardens.  
NOTE: Debit and credit cards ONLY. No cash accepted. 

FOBG members get a 10% discount. Not a member? Join at the sale and get the discount.

Sponsored by the Friends of Brookside Gardens

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Earth Month at Brookside Gardens
Apr
4
to Apr 29

Earth Month at Brookside Gardens

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Celebrate Earth Month with Brookside Gardens and learn how to protect our environment!

This year, Brookside Gardens invites you to celebrate April as Earth Month with a variety of programs and events, including a film festival, bird walk, garden tours, electric equipment showcase, plant sale and fun family event. For details CLICK HERE.

Sponsored by the Friends of Brookside Gardens

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GreenScapes 2024 (online only)
Feb
16
9:30 PM21:30

GreenScapes 2024 (online only)

Friday | February 16 | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm #PBG0057 400001

The GreenScapes Symposium is an annual program organized by Brookside Gardens since 2004. The symposium will highlight the intersection of horticulture and environmental issues. Environmental stewardship is a core value of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC),

  • Early Bird Fee expires Friday, January 12: $45

  • Regular Fee starts Saturday, January 13: $55The GreenScapes Symposium is an annual program organized by Brookside Gardens since 2004.

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Winter Garden Railway Display (South Conservatory)
Nov
25
to Dec 31

Winter Garden Railway Display (South Conservatory)

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In a partnership with the Washington Virginia Maryland Garden Railway Society, the Garden Railway Exhibit returns! G-scale trains and custom model buildings create a magical miniature landscape of Montgomery County landmarks. A festive fusion of colors will mix warm with cold: shining silvers, snowy whites, and icy blues along with touches of pink poinsettias will collectively create a winter wonderland in the North house, while in the South house, spicy red poinsettias accompanied by splashes of yellows will warm the eye.

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Brunch with Birds and Blooms
Nov
18
10:00 AM10:00

Brunch with Birds and Blooms

FOBG fundraiser 2023 to benefit Brookside Gardens

Saturday | November 18 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Tickets $125/person. Registration via Eventbrite opens on September 10, 2023

Get ready for a very special morning when FOBG holds a fundraising gala brunch on November 18, 2023. Brunch with Birds and Blooms will feature two outstanding speakers, a catered brunch, and a raffle.

Our speakers will be Sara Hallager, Curator of Birds, and Brian Evans, Migratory Bird Ecologist, both with the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.

To learn about the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center CLICK HERE.

Simply Fresh is catering the brunch, which includes a mimosa bar. The raffle will feature gift cards from a variety of local merchants, such as restaurants, garden centers, markets, and a few online vendors. Raffle tickets will be sold on site during the event.

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Fall & Winter Conservatory Displays (South Conservatory)
Sep
30
to Nov 2

Fall & Winter Conservatory Displays (South Conservatory)

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Autumn Display
Blooming chrysanthemums and colorful tropical plants will surround you in the Autumn Display. Revel in the Chrysanthemum colors of yellows, pinks, lavenders, plum purples
and whites. Softer tones of blues and yellows interspersed with bold purples, silvers, and reds will mingle with the flowers and foliage of Heuchera, Pennisetum, Lavender, and Salvias. Invigorate your senses with the zest of exotic elegance.

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Fall & Winter Conservatory Displays (North Conservatory)
Sep
30
to Jan 28

Fall & Winter Conservatory Displays (North Conservatory)

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Autumn Display
Blooming chrysanthemums and colorful tropical plants will surround you in the Autumn Display. Revel in the Chrysanthemum colors of yellows, pinks, lavenders, plum purples
and whites. Softer tones of blues and yellows interspersed with bold purples, silvers, and reds will mingle with the flowers and foliage of Heuchera, Pennisetum, Lavender, and Salvias. Invigorate your senses with the zest of exotic elegance.

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Strolls for Well Being
Sep
9
to Nov 15

Strolls for Well Being

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Connect with and care for your inner self through the Strolls for Well-Being, an evidence based program that promotes emotional healing and wellness through connection to nature.

Saturdays | September 9 - October 7, and November 4 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | #PBG0033 300001 OR
Tuesdays | September 26, October 24, and November 14 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | #PBG0033 300002 OR
Wednesdays |September 27, October 2, and November 15 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | #PBG0033 300003

Further information available at www.brooksidegardens.org/wellness OR online starting 8/14/2023, visit ActiveMONTGOMERY.org. Registration Fee $75.

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FOBG's Perennial Plant Sale (ONE DAY ONLY)
Sep
9
8:00 AM08:00

FOBG's Perennial Plant Sale (ONE DAY ONLY)

FOBG’S PERENNIAL FALL PLANT SALE (ONE DAY ONLY)
(RAIN or SHINE, but may be subject to change due to Montgomery Parks policy)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 | 10 AM - 4 PM
(SATURDAY, 8 AM - 10 AM - OPEN TO FOBG MEMBERS ONLY )

NOTE: If you are not a member and would like to come early, you may come in at 8 AM and become a member prior to shopping for your plants. Go to our membership page for details.

Natives - Pollinator Friendly Plants - Unusual Perennials - Ferns - Shrubs - Evergreens

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

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Shakespeare in the Garden - CANCELLED
Jul
9
6:00 PM18:00

Shakespeare in the Garden - CANCELLED

CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER IN FORECAST
The Tempest
Sunday | July 9 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm

You can watch the “The Tempest” with Prince George’s Shakespeare in the Park on Wednesday July 12, 2023 from 6 PM - 8.30 PM at North Four Corner’s Local Park

Free; no registration required

Delight in an outdoor production of the The Tempest that’s part pirate tale and part romantic comedy. A storm shipwrecks a colorful cast of characters on a faraway island where romance and revenge play center stage. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Free; no registration required.

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Summer Twilight Concert series
Jun
27
to Jun 28

Summer Twilight Concert series

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Leonardo Garcia y Son Horizonte
Salsa / Latin Jazz
Tuesday, June 27 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Free; no registration required

Dance the night away with this series of musical performances set in the beauty of the Gardens! Bring your friends and family, and don’t forget your chairs, blankets, and picnics (allowed in the Gardens on concert evenings only). Food trucks will also be available for your dining pleasure.

For more details CLICK HERE

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Summer Twilight Concert series
Jun
20
6:30 PM18:30

Summer Twilight Concert series

Blue Funk Band
R&B / Pop / Rock
Tuesday, June 20 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Free; no registration required

Dance the night away with this series of musical performances set in the beauty of the Gardens! Bring your friends and family, and don’t forget your chairs, blankets, and picnics (allowed in the Gardens on concert evenings only). Food trucks will also be available for your dining pleasure.

For more details CLICK HERE

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Summer Twilight Concert series
Jun
13
6:30 PM18:30

Summer Twilight Concert series

Sandra Dean Band
Classic Rock
Tuesday, June 13 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Free; no registration required

Dance the night away with this series of musical performances set in the beauty of the Gardens! Bring your friends and family, and don’t forget your chairs, blankets, and picnics (allowed in the Gardens on concert evenings only). Food trucks will also be available for your dining pleasure.

For more details CLICK HERE

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Summer Twilight Concert Series
Jun
6
6:30 PM18:30

Summer Twilight Concert Series

Natty Beaux Swing Band
Big Band / Swing
Tuesday, June 6 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Free; no registration required

Dance the night away with this series of musical performances set in the beauty of the Gardens! Bring your friends and family, and don’t forget your chairs, blankets, and picnics (allowed in the Gardens on concert evenings only). Food trucks will also be available for your dining pleasure.

For more details CLICK HERE

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Apr
23
12:00 PM12:00

Montgomery County GreenFest (In the City)

GREENFEST IN THE CITY

Saturday, April 23 : 12 pm - 5pm
Downtown Wheaton, 2425 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD
Green Your Home and Commute

GreenFest is expanding this year by taking place at two different locations over one weekend. Follow on social #MCGreenFest for details on GreenFest 2023.

The Montgomery County GreenFest is the largest annual environmental festival in Montgomery County, MD. GreenFest is organized by a coalition of public, non-profit, and university partners.

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Apr
22
11:00 AM11:00

Montgomery County GreenFest (In the Gardens)

GREENFEST IN THE GARDENS

Saturday, April 22 : 11am - 4pm
Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD
Protect and Preserve the Environment

GreenFest is expanding this year by taking place at two different locations over one weekend. Follow on social #MCGreenFest for details on GreenFest 2023.

The Montgomery County GreenFest is the largest annual environmental festival in Montgomery County, MD. GreenFest is organized by a coalition of public, non-profit, and university partners.

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Mar
27
to Apr 15

BloomBox Fundraiser

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SPRING HAS SPRUNG!!
Order quality plants from BLOOMBOX for your spring planting needs and help FOBG and Brookside Gardens.

From March 27-April 15, 2023 all orders from BloomBox using the code BROOKGARD15 will earn 15% for FOBG and the plants will be hand delivered to your door in 3 days (check the delivery zip code area).
Place your order - Enter code BROOKGARD15 in the discount code box at check out - Delivery to your door in 3 days!!
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS

 At the end of the fundraiser, BloomBox will present FOBG 15% of all purchases.

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GreenScapes 2023 (Virtual)
Feb
17
9:30 AM09:30

GreenScapes 2023 (Virtual)

Sponsored by Friends of Brookside Gardens

Friday | February 17 | 9:30 am – 4:00 pm #PBG0057 400001
Early Bird Fee expires Friday, January 13: $45
Regular Fee starts Saturday, January 14: $55
Note: This will be ofered as a series of live online lectures with audience Q&A incorporated into the program. All lectures will be recorded and made available for online viewing.
Register via ActiveMontgomery.org  (Activity # PBG0057) OR call 301-962-1470

The GreenScapes Symposium is an annual program organized by Brookside Gardens since 2004. The symposium will highlight the intersection of horticulture and environmental issues. Environmental stewardship is a core value of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Brookside Gardens’ parent organization. As such, we strive to provide timely information and viable solutions to environmental challenges.

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Nature into Art: The Gardens of Wave Hill
Jan
14
10:00 AM10:00

Nature into Art: The Gardens of Wave Hill

Speaker Series (Virtual)

Sponsored by the Friends of Brookside Gardens
Free, but registration required #PBG0071 400001

Thomas Christopher, garden writer
The last surviving family estate in New York’s fve boroughs, Wave Hill has grown over the last half century into one of the most beautiful and innovative public gardens in the United States, marrying an artist’s sensibility with extraordinary horticultural expertise. Mr. Christopher, author of Nature Into Art, The Gardens of Wave Hill, takes us on a photographic tour of this renowned landscape and discusses the lessons it has to teach all gardeners about sustainability and climate change.

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Black Flora: Profles of Inspiring Black Flower Farmers + Florists
Dec
3
10:00 AM10:00

Black Flora: Profles of Inspiring Black Flower Farmers + Florists

Speaker Series (Virtual)

Sponsored by the Friends of Brookside Gardens
Free, but registration required #PBG0070 400001

Teresa J. Speight, Urban Gardening Chair for National Garden Clubs, founder of the Jabali Amani Garden Collective and host of Cottage in the Court

There is a rich, beautiful, and complex narrative being told by African Americans and other persons of color in the foral marketplace. It is long past time to recognize their excellence and contributions to cut fower farming and foristry. Garden writer, podcaster, and blogger Teresa J. Speight shares her interviews and profles with leading pioneers and explores their lives rooted in the foral world.

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Nov
25
to Jan 1

Winter Display (South Conservatory - Garden Railway)

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In partnership with the Washington Virginia Maryland Garden Railway Society, the Garden Railway Exhibit returns this winter! G-scale trains and custom model buildings create a magical miniature landscape of Montgomery County landmarks. In both the glass houses, the full spectrum of color will be on display, with cheerful warm tones of red poinsettias, amber, gold and chartreuse foliage, along with complementing fowers in shades of blue and purple.

Garden Railway open only during daytime hours.
Open till Sunday, January 1 - 10:00 am – 3:45 pm

Closed on Saturday, December 24 and Sunday, December 25, 2022

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FOBG 2022 Membership Gathering & Chrysanthemum Tour
Nov
2
2:00 PM14:00

FOBG 2022 Membership Gathering & Chrysanthemum Tour

November 2, 2022 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM | Visitor Center Auditorium

Please RSVP by October 24 - Free Registration CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR REGISTRATION LINK

Please join us for our FOBG Annual Membership Meeting

• Socialize with other members
• Light refreshments
• Update on FOBG and Brookside Gardens • History and mystery of chrysanthemums
• Mum show tour in the Conservatory

We hope to see you there!

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FOBG Holiday Fundraiser 2022 with BloomBox November 1-22
Nov
1
to Nov 22

FOBG Holiday Fundraiser 2022 with BloomBox November 1-22

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FOBG Holiday Fundraiser - Fun, Fresh and Festive
Extended for one more week till November 22

November 1, 2022 - November 22, 2022
Open to everyone - fresh wreaths, greenery, swags, planters, trees and more delivered to your door

Shop for all your winter greenery at BloomBox:

For any greenery that you purchase from November 1 - November 22, BloomBox will donate 15% of the sales to FOBG when you use code BROOKGARD15 at checkout.
You can order any number of times during this period. Order soon and get it delivered to your doorstep!

Don’t forget to put in the code BROOKGARD15. It is a fundraiser by FOBG to help Brookside Gardens!! CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

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Children's Day 2
Sep
18
10:30 AM10:30

Children's Day 2

Sponsored by Friends of Brookside Gardens
Explore the art and science of gardening through child-driven art projects and engaging science activities. Groups will rotate through four outdoor activity stations designed to educate and entertain. All participants, including adults, must register.

Free | Registration required
Sunday | September 18 | 10:30 am – noon PBG0077 300003

Meet in Visitor Center Lobby

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