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Wed, Jun 19, 2024
All Day
Summer Pollinator Plant Sale
ONLINE ONLY! Wisconsin is home to over 400 species of wild bees, and more than 120 species of butterflies. As the moon rises, over 1,500 species of moths awaken, ensuring round the clock pollination and these are just the more well-known pollinators! These tiny superheroes pollinate over one-third of our food, making their health and survival a critical component of earth’s ecosystem. Every little bit helps – don’t have space to dig in the dirt – create a pollinator focused container for your patio! Olbrich’s Pollinator Plant Sales offer a variety of perennials with plentiful amounts of nectar and pollen, making them very appealing to pollinator insects! Plant pickup is June 26.
Adults
Virtual
Thu, Jun 20, 2024
All Day
Summer Pollinator Plant Sale
ONLINE ONLY! Wisconsin is home to over 400 species of wild bees, and more than 120 species of butterflies. As the moon rises, over 1,500 species of moths awaken, ensuring round the clock pollination and these are just the more well-known pollinators! These tiny superheroes pollinate over one-third of our food, making their health and survival a critical component of earth’s ecosystem. Every little bit helps – don’t have space to dig in the dirt – create a pollinator focused container for your patio! Olbrich’s Pollinator Plant Sales offer a variety of perennials with plentiful amounts of nectar and pollen, making them very appealing to pollinator insects! Plant pickup is June 26.
Adults
Virtual
Fri, Jun 21, 2024
All Day
Summer Pollinator Plant Sale
ONLINE ONLY! Wisconsin is home to over 400 species of wild bees, and more than 120 species of butterflies. As the moon rises, over 1,500 species of moths awaken, ensuring round the clock pollination and these are just the more well-known pollinators! These tiny superheroes pollinate over one-third of our food, making their health and survival a critical component of earth’s ecosystem. Every little bit helps – don’t have space to dig in the dirt – create a pollinator focused container for your patio! Olbrich’s Pollinator Plant Sales offer a variety of perennials with plentiful amounts of nectar and pollen, making them very appealing to pollinator insects! Plant pickup is June 26.
Adults
Virtual
Fri, Jun 21, 2024 10:00 am
Make Music Madison
Make Music Madison is a free, citywide day of live music in a variety of locations - parks, porches, restaurants, shops and more! As part of Make Music Day celebration that occurs in 1,000+ cities across the globe, Madison boasts the largest event in the country. Olbrich Botanical Gardens will host a fun filled day of live music performances in different locations throughout the Gardens. Come celebrate the summer solstice and support local musicians! Check out our current line-up below - stay tuned for more updates!
Everyone/All Ages
At Olbrich
Tue, Jun 25, 2024 6:00 pm
Olbrich After Hours
The Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! Enjoy an evening in the gardens with a rolling line-up of dynamic musicians, pop-up performances, and delectable food carts. Quench your thirst with a microbrew, summer cocktail, or mocktail. And connect with eco-friendly organizations committed to conserving our environment. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket seating.
Everyone/All Ages
At Olbrich
Fri, Jun 28, 2024 6:30 pm
Member Movie Night
As a way to say "Thanks for Being a Member!", Olbrich members are invited to enjoy a film screening under the stars with complimentary freshly popped popcorn. The movie will be shown on Olbrich's Great Lawn.
Everyone/All Ages
At Olbrich
Tue, Jul 2, 2024 6:00 pm
Olbrich After Hours
The Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! Enjoy an evening in the gardens with a rolling line-up of dynamic musicians, pop-up performances, and delectable food carts. Quench your thirst with a microbrew, summer cocktail, or mocktail. And connect with eco-friendly organizations committed to conserving our environment. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket seating.
Everyone/All Ages
At Olbrich
Tue, Jul 9, 2024 6:00 pm
Olbrich After Hours
The Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! Enjoy an evening in the gardens with a rolling line-up of dynamic musicians, pop-up performances, and delectable food carts. Quench your thirst with a microbrew, summer cocktail, or mocktail. And connect with eco-friendly organizations committed to conserving our environment. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket seating.
Everyone/All Ages
At Olbrich
Fri, Jul 12, 2024 9:00 am
Home Garden Tour
Olbrich Botanical Gardens presents seven unique gardens in Sun Prairie. Many gardens incorporate hardy native plants, focus on pollinator friendly flowers, and offer bird habitats.
Everyone/All Ages
Offsite
Tue, Jul 16, 2024 6:00 pm
Olbrich After Hours
The Summer Concert Series is back with a fresh twist and new name - Olbrich After Hours! We’re open late! Enjoy an evening in the gardens with a rolling line-up of dynamic musicians, pop-up performances, and delectable food carts. Quench your thirst with a microbrew, summer cocktail, or mocktail. And connect with eco-friendly organizations committed to conserving our environment. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket seating.
Everyone/All Ages
At Olbrich