This Weekend at the Garden: Get Outside!

Posted in Around the Garden on January 6 2012, by Matt Newman

Did this week fly by for you, or are you having trouble getting back into the groove of the everyday? Either way, the weekend has finally come chugging back around the bend, and we’re ready to keep on with our holiday celebrations. The weather is going to be beautiful this weekend, so why not hop on the train, or clamber into the car for a visit to The New York Botanical Garden. The weather’s great so head into the Forest for a beautiful winter walk!

Saturday, with very few exceptions, is the day of our morning Bird Walk with Debbie Becker. Meet at 11 a.m. at the Reflecting Pool near the Leon Levy Visitor Center for a chance to see owls, hawks, and all sorts of other avian guests. Debbie’s been doing this for over 25 years, so she knows what she’s talking about! Be sure to bring binoculars if you can, as we have a limited number on loan before the group gets moving.

For both Saturday and Sunday, we’ll also be holding Conservatory Tours at 12:30 and 2:30 p.m.–just meet at the Conservatory entrance. One of our talented Docents will guide you in your exploration of our acre under glass, visiting rain forest, desert, and aquatic habitats. If you haven’t been before, now’s the perfect chance to escape the cold and view the lush displays we have year-round.

And if you thought the holidays were already spent, you’re thankfully mistaken! The Holiday Train Show is still running strong in the Conservatory through January 16. This past Monday also marked the beginning of our Thomas the Tank Engine™ mini-performances, running weekdays and weekends alike. If you’re planning on bringing your child, make sure to check for special ticket availability online before you head out–seating is limited and reservations are disappearing quickly!