(West Palm Beach, FL – May 7, 2024) This Mother’s Day weekend (May 11-12),  Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will offer several fun and informative events for the whole family, promises Mounts Interim Co-Director Misty Stoller. “Our beautiful 20-acre oasis, located just minutes from downtown West Palm Beach, is the perfect place to celebrate for moms and their loved ones.”

 

May 11

Welcome to the World of Bonsai!

Saturday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Free for members of Mounts and West Palm Beach Bonsai,

Free with Garden admission for nonmembers 
Registration is required; presentation size is limited to 75 adults

May 11 is World Bonsai Day. Celebrate by attending this fantastic presentation where participants will walk away not only with a wealth of knowledge about bonsai, but also with a lot of inspiration. Questions to be answered include:

·     Is a bonsai a particular species of tree? Can any small tree become a bonsai?

·     How did bonsai come about, and what do they signify?

·     How do you style a bonsai?

·     What’s special about bonsai pots?

·     What’s the best way to kill a bonsai?

Along with a stunning photo presentation, there will be a live demonstration of how to transform a nursery tree into a beginning bonsai. Visitors will learn how to remove organic potting soil, selectively prune the roots and branches, and finally replant it in bonsai soil in a classic-style pot. At the end of the session, one lucky participant will leave with the demonstration. 

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2024-05/

 

May 11

The Exquisite Art of Ikebana Flower Arranging

A Hands-on Workshop with Sensei Stephan Eberhagen

Sunday

+ Session 1: 1030 am to 12:30 pm

+ Session 2: 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm

$40 for members; $55 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). 

Registration is required; class size is limited to 6 adults per session; classes are nonrefundable. 

Complete Ikebana Kit is $45

Mount Botanical Garden is pleased to offer a special hands-on Ikebana class with Sensei Stephan Eberhagen, who will teach the guidelines and the spiritual meaning of these extraordinary arrangements and will allow participants to discover their own creativity in the process. Spaces are limited, please sign up for one session only. Flowers and greens will be provided. Students will need a Suiban and Kenzan to participate in class. Attendees can order the complete kit, consisting of one 13-inch Suiban, a 3.3-inch Kenzan, and a pair of stainless steel floral shears. The kit will be waiting the day of the class. OR people can purchase each item separately on their own to bring to class. The required dimensions: one flat container (Suiban) 8-10 inch diameter and 2-3 inch height; flower pin holder (Kenzan) with at least 3-inch diameter. Ikebana flower scissors (Hasami) are recommended, but optional – as scissors will be provided for use in class.

Note: Mount Botanical Garden is offering two sessions of this class. Please select the time that is best for you. Both sessions are the same.

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2024-05/

 

May 12

FREE Admission for Moms on Mother’s Day

 

May 12

Igniting Inner Fire and Love:

A Mother’s Day Ceremony with Cacao and Sound Healing

Sunday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

A visitor to Mounts can take this opportunity to connect with the essence of the FIRE element—by listening to his/her heart and let the passion and inner light shine through. Embrace what excites and allow life to unfold at its own pace. Trust in the process. Participating in a sacred cacao ceremony will help people relax, activate their heart, and prepare to embrace the healing journey ahead. Upon arrival, guests will receive a ceremonial smudging and blessing, helping to release any burdens from day-to day life. This experience is enriched by the transformative power of Gong sound healing, granting one the ability to transcend mental constraints and explore the depths of the inner world. By attuning to the ceremony and harmonious frequencies, coupled with the practice of Yoga Nidra meditation, this will promote healing for the mind, body, and soul. As guests depart, they'll find themselves more intimately connected with intuition, aligned with the sanctuary of the heart, and receptive to the wellspring of inner wisdom.

Note: Please bring your yoga mat and blanket. Also,  no alcohol on the day of the ceremony and caffeine three hours before and after the event. 

To register, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/month/2024-05/

 

May 12

Dogs’ Day in the Garden

Sunday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (last entry at 3 pm)

FREE for MBG members and children under 6; $20 for nonmember adults; $18 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $13 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.

Note: Dogs are FREE for Mounts members and $5 for nonmembers.

This dog-and-family-friendly monthly event is held throughout the Garden. Bring your favorite pooch and enjoy a relaxed garden stroll. There are many great spots to capture family photos for posting online with #mountsbotanicalgarden.

Guidelines:

+ Non-retractable leashes only; retractable leashes are not permitted.

+ No more than one dog per adult will be admitted.

+ Rabies vaccination must be current.

+ Visitors should bring their own water and treats for the puppies.

For details, please visit:

https://www.mounts.org/events/

 

Extended Through May 19, 2024

ORIGAMI IN THE GARDEN EXHIBIT

The monumental ORIGAMI IN THE GARDEN exhibit now on display at Mounts Botanical features 20 larger-than-life sculptures merging art and nature. From traditional soaring cranes and gliding planes, to galloping ponies, emerging butterflies, and even boats, artist Kevin Box takes origami to another level, transforming traditional Japanese topics into museum-quality metal sculptures. Created by Santa Fe artists Jennifer and Kevin Box, the exhibit features Kevin Box’s own compositions, as well as collaborations with world-renowned origami artists Robert J. Lang, Te Jui Fu, Beth Johnson and Michael G. LaFosse.

 

Mounts Botanical Garden & Bloomberg Connects

Explore Anytime, Anywhere with New Mobile Garden Guide

Visitors can now explore Mounts Botanical Garden anytime from anywhere across the globe with the new Mobile Garden Guide. Launched in partnership with Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and cultural app created by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the guide is designed to elevate and enrich the visitor experience by making it easy to discover more of what people love before, during, and after their visit to the Garden. Multi-media content includes maps and information on Mounts Botanical’s 25 display gardens, art in the garden, and current and upcoming exhibitions, as well as an ever-growing spectrum of new photo, audio, and video content available exclusively via the app. To learn more and download the app, visit www.mounts.org/mobile-garden-guide/ [mounts.org]. 

 

About Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County:

With a mission to inspire and educate through nature, Mounts Botanical Garden is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden. Visitors to this 20-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 unique garden areas containing more than 7,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants, including Florida natives, exotic and tropical fruit trees, herbs, palms, roses, cactus, bromeliads and much more. Mounts Botanical Garden is part of the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Department, in partnership with the University of Florida and the non-profit Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden. This project is sponsored in part by The Board of County Commissioners, the Tourist Development Council, and the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Mounts Botanical is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information, please visit www.mounts.org.

 

Attached Image:

(Photo Credit: Mounts Botanical Garden)

Dogs’ Day in the Garden – May 12

 

Available for Interview:

Misty Stoller

Interim Co-Director

Mounts Botanical Garden

954.292.8169 / [email protected]

 

Media Contact:

Gary Schweikhart, PR-BS

561.756.4298 / [email protected]