Floral Arranging with the Greek Gardener
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, Cladrastis Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 101 Roger Williams Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesJoin us in learning how to arrange stunning seasonalblooms in a vase arrangement. This class will give you a good foundation on the technical tricks of flower arranging as well as composition, color, and design. To see more of Nicole’s work visit www.thegreekgardenerri.com.Workshop Price: $75 Includes all materials, instructor fee and flowers.Space is limitedPreregistration Required. Email BCInformation@providenceri.gov or […]
Orchid Society Pest Control Workshop
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, Cladrastis Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 101 Roger Williams Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesPest and DiseaseControl – Best Practices Do you have foolproof methods of keeping insects and diseases at bay? Most everyone is on the lookout for different or newer techniques. This workshop is open to the public and is free with admission to the Botanical Center.
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMuseum closed
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesMuseum of Natural History and Planetarium are closed on April 1, 2018. There are no planetarium shows when the museum is closed. Holidays/Days the museum is closed:Easter SundayMemorial DayFourth of JulyVictory DayLabor Day Columbus DayVeterans’ Day (observed November 12, 2018)Thanksgiving Day (November 22, 2018) and Day After (November 23,2018)Christmas Eve, Christmas DayNew Year’s Eve, New […]
Garden Volunteering
Join our Thursday crew of garden volunteers! No experience necessary, our seasoned volunteers are happy to train you. It is best to have your own gloves, pruners and trowel, but we do have supplies to borrow. Please fill out the volunteer application which can be found at https://www.providenceri.gov/botanical/volunteering/ and send it to bcinformation@providenceri.gov.
Open Paint and Amateur Photography day
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02905, USA 2 Williams Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesCome mingle with like-minded artists and nature lovers! We welcome our guests to bring a sketch pad, water colors and washable paints and to take photographs at the Botanical Center. *Please note that special photography equipment is not allowed without a permit Visit https://www.providenceri.gov/botanical/photography-policy/ for more details. Painters must use only nontoxic, unscented paints. Please […]
Nature Walks: First Saturday Bird Walks
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesNature Walks: First Saturday Bird WalksSaturday, March 3, 2018, 9:00am-10:30amSaturday, April 7, 2018, 9:00am-10:30amSaturday, May 5, 2018, 9:00am-10:30amSaturday, June 2, 2018, 9:00am-10:30amRoger Williams Park is a 430 acre oasis in the heart of one the most densely populated areas of Rhode Island. The woodlands and large ponds provide an ideal place for birds to rest […]
Drawing Wild-From the Collection
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesDrawing Wild-From the Collection Saturday, March 3, 2018, 10:30am – 2:30pm (optional bird walk at 9am)Saturday, April 7, 2018, 10:30am – 2:30pm (optional bird walk at 9am)Saturday, May 5, 2018, 10:30am – 2:30pm (optional bird walk at 9am)Saturday, June 2, 2018, 10:30am – 2:30pm (optional bird walk at 9am)The Museum of Natural History is excited […]
Urban Container Gardening
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, Cladrastis Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 101 Roger Williams Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesWith inexpensive containers and suitable soilmix, you can create an urbangarden virtually anywhere - on roof tops, vacant city lots, brown fields, andunused portion of parking lots. Learn how to make the most of your space andmaximize production. This workshop is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required 24 hours in advance. Please […]
Master Gardener Kiosk & Soil Testing
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, Cladrastis Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 101 Roger Williams Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesHave questions about starting your garden? Come talk with the URI Master Gardeners to get your questions answered! They will also have free soil testing. For more information about getting your soil tested visit https://web.uri.edu/mastergardener/soil-testing-service/
Providence Residents FREE
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02905, USA 2 Williams Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesProvidence residents are invited to visit the Botanical Center for free on the first Saturday of every month. Pack a picnic and make a day of it!
Rose Garden Pruning Workshop
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, Cladrastis Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA 101 Roger Williams Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesMary Malouin, a URI Master Gardener and leader of the volunteer Rose Maze crew, will offer a Rose Pruning Demonstration. The Rose Maze has over 700 roses with 20 varieties including drift, shrub, and climbing roses. In bloom from June through November, the roses create a beautiful setting for photography, contemplation, exploration, and fun. This […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesPlanetarium ShowPrice is $3.00 per person, includes admission to the museum. Children under age 4 are not permitted in the planetarium. Planetarium information: Show lasts approximately 35 minutes. Early arrival is suggested as tickets are sold first come, first served. People are not permitted to enter the planetarium once the show has begun. Show offering […]
Planetarium Show
Museum of Natural History and Planetarium, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA Providence, RI, United StatesDowntown Design Review Committee meeting
444 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903, USA 444 Westminster St, United States1st floor conference room
Capital Center Commission meeting
444 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903, USA 444 Westminster St, United States1st floor conference room
Garden Volunteering
Join our Thursday crew of garden volunteers! No experience necessary, our seasoned volunteers are happy to train you. It is best to have your own gloves, pruners and trowel, but we do have supplies to borrow. Please fill out the volunteer application which can be found at https://www.providenceri.gov/botanical/volunteering/ and send it to bcinformation@providenceri.gov.
Prov Business Loan Fund meeting
444 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903, USA 444 Westminster St, United States1st floor conference room
Prov Redevelopment Agency meeting
444 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903, USA 444 Westminster St, United States1st floor conference room
Open Paint and Amateur Photography day
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02905, USA 2 Williams Ave, Providence, RI, United StatesCome mingle with like-minded artists and nature lovers! We welcome our guests to bring a sketch pad, water colors and washable paints and to take photographs at the Botanical Center. *Please note that special photography equipment is not allowed without a permit Visit https://www.providenceri.gov/botanical/photography-policy/ for more details. Painters must use only nontoxic, unscented paints. Please […]