Greenwich Botanical Center shared their upcoming line-up of autumn events and programming, including a wonderful range of garden planning and floral design classes, teachings on native plants, and a basket weaving class with Alexander Widener.
In addition, GBC is thrilled to host New York Times Best Author, Zoe Schlanger, to showcase her book, The Light Eaters. These events offer a unique opportunity to learn from a wide variety of experts, to tackle new skills, and enjoy the changing beauty of the season at the botanical
center.
Greenwich Botanical Center: Photo Courtesy Greenwich Botanical Center
For a complete listing with all details, please visit the upcoming events page on Greenwich Botanical Center website and check back regularly, as new programming is added weekly.
SEPTEMBER:
** Registration for the popular private wreath decorating parties will open in September; stay tuned for our announcement.
Invasive Identification & Management Walk & Talk on Wednesday, September 16, in Partnership with Greenwich Land Trust
Botanical Bundle Dyeing on Silk: A Workshop with Tocco Studio on Saturday, September 19
Autumn Equinox Reflections: Nature as Oracle on Tuesday, September 22
Fall Outdoor Container Workshop: Celebrate the Season of Harvest & Abundance on Thursday, September 24
2026 Dazzling Dahlia Show on Saturday, September 26
OCTOBER:
All Things Dahlias: Seasonal Floral Design Workshop with Toolbox Florals & Rocky Ridge Farm on Thursday, October 1
Brine Time: Pickling for Families on Friday, October 2
Fall Vegetable Garden Clean Up & Care on Wednesday, October 7, in Partnership with Greenwich Community Gardens
Planting Natives for Fall & Winter Interest & Ecology with Kim Eierman of EcoBeneficial LLC on Saturday, October 17
Backyard Composting 101 with Waste Free Greenwich on Tuesday, October 20
Plant Now, Harvest Later: Fall Garlic & Shallot Planting on Wednesday, October 21
Healing Herb Garden: Botanical Ways to Nourish Gut & Brain Health on Thursday, October 22
NOVEMBER:
Garlands for Grateful Gatherings: Family Floral Workshop on Tuesday, November 3
Meet New York Times Bestselling Author Zoë Schlanger: The Light Eaters on Thursday, November 5
Dear Deer: Children’s Storytime and Coloring with Local Author Dale Atkins on Sunday, November 8
Harvest in Bloom: A Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop Wednesday, November 25
Paperwhites & Amaryllis Walk-up Bulb Bar on Wednesday, November 11, and Thursday, November 12
DECEMBER:
Festive Watercolor Greetings: Painting Holiday Cards with Artist Greta Corens on Wednesday, December 2
Capturing & Enhancing Nature Photography with Your iPhone on Tuesday, December 8
Winter White Wonderland: Holiday Centerpiece Workshop on Wednesday, December 23
Greenwich Botanical Center is a membership-based, volunteer-supported nonprofit 501(c)3 organization with a mission to connect people of all ages with plants and nature and educate our community about horticulture, botany, and conservation through programs, events, outreach, and field trips.
Greenwich Botanical Center is located at 130 Bible Street, Cos Cob, CT