DATE: Oct. 11 & 25 | Nov. 8 & 22
TIME: Oct. & Nov. | 9:30-10:30 a.m.
PRICE: Included with Garden admission or membership
Join Desert Botanical Garden for Storytime. Introduce your child five and younger to the beauty and wonder of nature through engaging books, songs, activities and play. Designed for children and caretakers, each session leads children through an immersive experience of nature learning in the Garden.
Storytime will take place in Weisz Learning Center
October 11 | Senorita Mariposa by Ben Gundersheimer *Bilingual program
October 25 | Night Song by Ari Berk
November 8 | Sing Down the Rain by Judi Moreillon
November 22 | How the Jackrabbit Got His Very Long Ears by Heather Irbinskas
Storytime attendance is first come, first served. Space is limited.
Aug. 24, 2024 - Aug. 24, 2025
The Leaf Connection showcases the vibrant plant diversity of the Phoenix metro area through an intricate display of hand-made, ceramic leaves at Webster Center. With more than 1,000 ceramic pieces, each leaf’s design is influenced by observations community scientists record on iNaturalist, an established online platform where nature lovers share information on biodiversity.
Sept. 5
Not all bugs are causing trouble in your garden! Get to know the good-guy insects that will help you manage pest problems.
Aug. 24, 31 | Sept. 7 & 14
Escape the heat and explore the Garden after dark with family and friends! Discover the Garden’s five thematic trails, encounter desert creatures, and immerse yourself in the captivating nighttime ambiance with cool drinks and treats.