Friends of the Garden

Gigs in the Garden
2024-10-13 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-20 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-27 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Peace through People Pavilion, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓Bring your lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy a variety of local performance groups in an extraordinary setting! Beer and wine are available for purchase. Kids will love the playground nearby as well as the free, hands-on cultural activities!

𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐋𝐄 𝗦𝘂𝗻., 𝗢𝗰𝘁. 𝟲 𝗮𝘁 𝟮 𝗽.𝗺.: 𝗗𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘆Dallas and Molly have been playing music together for more than 20 years. They perform a wide range of original music and cover songs that will get your toes tappin’ with their acoustic rhythms and soulful harmonies.
𝗦𝘂𝗻., 𝗢𝗰𝘁. 𝟭𝟯 𝗮𝘁 𝟮 𝗽.𝗺.: 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀Angelia studied musical voice at Arkansas State University and has traveled the world performing and singing. She has put together a gospel extravaganza featuring Dawn Gutierrez, Jacqueline Swan, and Evangel University’s four-piece band, Voices of Praise.
𝗦𝘂𝗻., 𝗢𝗰𝘁. 𝟮𝟬 𝗮𝘁 𝟮 𝗽.𝗺.: 𝗝𝗶𝗻 𝗝. 𝗫Jin is a jazz guitarist and singer-songwriter of more than two decades originally from Chicago, Il. He uses looping and jazz harmony to express and improvise with lyrics that touch on race, class, and matters of the heart.
𝗦𝘂𝗻., 𝗢𝗰𝘁. 𝟮𝟳 𝗮𝘁 𝟮 𝗽.𝗺.: 𝗔𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿Aaron’s specialty is writing songs that sound great with a band but can also be played solo. His music does not fit a specific category. The common theme is that every song has emotional, soulful vocals with a grooving rhythm behind it.
𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍In the case of inclement weather, concerts will move inside the adjacent Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center.
𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐕𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐎𝐍The Peace Through People Pavilion was funded by the Finnie family and constructed in late 2016 to encourage more cultural performances and community events in the Springfield Botanical Gardens.
𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎peacethroughpeople.org/gigs

Garden Story Time
2024-10-17 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-10-19 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-11-16 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-11-21 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-12-19 10:00 - 10:30, 2024-12-21 10:00 - 10:30 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Pre-schoolers and family are invited to listen to a garden-themed story, followed by a fun craft or activity. Held on the third Thursday of the month and the following Saturday. Age: All ages
Time: 10-10:30 a.m.
Fee: Free

Planting for Pollinators
2024-10-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Join us as we learn from Caroline Griesmer, Master Gardener and apiarist, how to support our native pollinators throughout the seasons with our plant choices. Each attendee will receive their own perennial to take home, while supplies last. Free event, no registration needed. Held inside the Botanical Center’s meeting room.

Halloween Fest 2024
2024-10-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Gray Campbell Farmstead, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Celebrate the season with Halloween Fest 2024 on Oct. 26, 1-3 p.m. (choose 1 of 4 30-minute time slots) Enjoy activities for kids of all ages at the Gray/Campbell Farmstead in the Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene/Close Memorial Park (2400 S. Scenic Ave.) Wear a costume and join in a family scavenger hunt, games, crafts and prizes! FREE EVENT, SPACE IS LIMITED REGISTRATION REQUIRED by Oct. 24 (or until time slots are full) at ParkBoard.org/Events. Call 417-864-1332 for more information

Pumpkin and Succulents Arranging
2024-11-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Create a lovely fall arrangement using pumpkins, succulents and dried flowers. Registration required, includes all materials.
Botanical Center 417-891-1515
Age: 15 yrs. and up
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Fee: $40/Person

2024 Gardens Aglow - Members Night
2024-11-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
If you are a member of Friends of the Garden or Springfield Sister Cities, you can enjoy exclusive early access to Gardens Aglow. Simply present your membership card at the front gate to get a sneak peek before the event opens to the public. This is a valuable benefit of your FOG membership. You’ll be among the first to experience Gardens Aglow, and you’ll also enjoy a less crowded environment! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
Not a member? Sign up HERE!

Gardens Aglow 2024
2024-11-29 17:00 - 20:30, 2024-11-30 17:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-01 17:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-06 17:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-07 17:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-08 17:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-13 17:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-14 17:00 - 20:30 and 8 more dates | Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Stroll through a dazzling winter wonderland, with more than 225,000 festive lights accenting unique Japanese structures and landscaping. Cozy up to a fire pit with hot beverages and treats, available for purchase from local food vendors. Find out more info HERE.

Sip & Stroll at Gardens Aglow 2024 - SOLD OUT
2024-12-05 17:30 - 20:00 | Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, 2400 S. Scenic Ave., Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
SOLD OUT
Beat the crowds and experience the wonder of Gardens Aglow’s 225,000 lights and uplifting music as you stroll through this adults-only event. Sip on complimentary cocoa and cider in a commemorative cup, and dine on individual charcuterie boxes prepared for each guest.
✨NEW THIS YEAR: Beer and wine is also available for purchase.✨
Food and hot beverage service begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Japanese Garden Pavilion. Gates to Gardens Aglow open 6-8 p.m.
All proceeds benefit 2025 Gardens Aglow light displays and structures.
