The Idaho Dark Sky Alliance, Hailey Public Library, and Boise State University will host Dr.

John Moores in a free talk entitled “Daydreaming in the Solar System: Five Planets and Five

Senses.”  The talk will be held on Saturday, April 5, from 5:00-6:00 PM at Town Center West. 

Dr. Moores is an Associate Professor in the Centre for Research in Earth and Space Science

at York University.

The talk will be followed by a free stargazing session at 8:00 PM hosted by the Sawtooth

Botanical Garden. BSU AstroTAC members will provide telescopes and a guided tour through

the night sky.

Do you want to learn more about how to care for the trees and shrubs in your yard? Join us for a walk around the garden to brush up on topics like planting considerations, pruning techniques, water, fertilization and pest identification.

We’re asking for a $10-$15 contribution for this class to help support our educational programs. Registering for this class will help us with planning purposes but walk ins are also welcomed. Register here. Have questions? Give us a call at (208) 726-9358.

Please note that we will be walking around the garden so wear shoes and attire you don’t mind getting dirty!

Pollinators, pollinators everywhere! It’s time for SBG’s annual Bug Zoo Festival! Pop over to the garden and get in on the fun with hands-on educational activities in a festival atmosphere. There will be pollinator exhibits, live critters, fun activities, food trucks and much more! Entrance tickets: adults $10, youth 3-18 years $5, and littles 0-3 years free.

Note to educators: We invite classes to the garden for scheduled educational tours May 13th-May 16th from 9am-2pm. Materials will be geared towards students pre-K-5 though all grades are invited. The cost is $3/student with scholarships available for students upon request. Please contact Megan at megan@sbgarden.org or call (208) 726-9358 schedule your class field trip.

¡Polinizadores, polinizadores por todas partes! ¡Les invitamos al Festival Anual del Zoológico de Insectos de SBG! Ven al jardín y diviértese con actividades educativas prácticas en un ambiente festivo. Habrá exhibiciones de polinizadores, criaturas vivas, actividades divertidas, food trucks y mucho más. La entrada tiene un costo de $10 para adultos, $5 para jóvenes de 3 a 18 años y es gratuita para pequeños de 0 a 3 años.

Nota para educadores: Invitamos a las clases al jardín para las visitas educativas programadas del 13 al 16 de mayo de 9:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m. Los materiales estarán dirigidos a estudiantes de prekínder a 5.º grado, aunque todos los grados están invitados. El costo es de $3 por estudiante, con becas disponibles para estudiantes que las soliciten. Por favor, contacta a Megan en megan@sbgarden.org o llama al (208) 726-9358 para programar la excursión de su clase.

Get in on the fun every Wednesday from June 18 through August 13 for a fun filled hour of engaging stories, fun activities and garden exploration.

Discovery Club is a free program for children ages 2-5 (and their adult helper). You are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and extra clothes in case we get messy. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic at the garden after Discovery Club!

Get in on the fun every Wednesday from June 18 through August 13 for a fun filled hour of engaging stories, fun activities and garden exploration.

Discovery Club is a free program for children ages 2-5 (and their adult helper). You are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and extra clothes in case we get messy. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic at the garden after Discovery Club!

Get in on the fun every Wednesday from June 18 through August 13 for a fun filled hour of engaging stories, fun activities and garden exploration.

Discovery Club is a free program for children ages 2-5 (and their adult helper). You are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and extra clothes in case we get messy. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic at the garden after Discovery Club!

Get in on the fun every Wednesday from June 18 through August 13 for a fun filled hour of engaging stories, fun activities and garden exploration.

Discovery Club is a free program for children ages 2-5 (and their adult helper). You are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and extra clothes in case we get messy. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic at the garden after Discovery Club!

This year marks 20 years since the inception of the Garden of Infinite Compassion! Join us for a FREE guided tour of the Garden of Infinite Compassion on Saturdays from July 12th through August 30th at 10:30am. Please bring a water bottle, hat and sunscreen. We will meet by the north entrance of the Visitor’s Center.

For more information or to make a donation call (208) 726-9358.

Get in on the fun every Wednesday from June 18 through August 13 for a fun filled hour of engaging stories, fun activities and garden exploration.

Discovery Club is a free program for children ages 2-5 (and their adult helper). You are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and extra clothes in case we get messy. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic at the garden after Discovery Club!

This year marks 20 years since the inception of the Garden of Infinite Compassion! Join us for a FREE guided tour of the Garden of Infinite Compassion on Saturdays from July 12th through August 30th at 10:30am. Please bring a water bottle, hat and sunscreen. We will meet by the north entrance of the Visitor’s Center.

For more information or to make a donation call (208) 726-9358.

Get in on the fun every Wednesday from June 18 through August 13 for a fun filled hour of engaging stories, fun activities and garden exploration.

Discovery Club is a free program for children ages 2-5 (and their adult helper). You are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and extra clothes in case we get messy. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic at the garden after Discovery Club!

This year marks 20 years since the inception of the Garden of Infinite Compassion! Join us for a FREE guided tour of the Garden of Infinite Compassion on Saturdays from July 12th through August 30th at 10:30am. Please bring a water bottle, hat and sunscreen. We will meet by the north entrance of the Visitor’s Center.

For more information or to make a donation call (208) 726-9358.

Get in on the fun every Wednesday from June 18 through August 13 for a fun filled hour of engaging stories, fun activities and garden exploration.

Discovery Club is a free program for children ages 2-5 (and their adult helper). You are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and extra clothes in case we get messy. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic at the garden after Discovery Club!

This year marks 20 years since the inception of the Garden of Infinite Compassion! Join us for a FREE guided tour of the Garden of Infinite Compassion on Saturdays from July 12th through August 30th at 10:30am. Please bring a water bottle, hat and sunscreen. We will meet by the north entrance of the Visitor’s Center.

For more information or to make a donation call (208) 726-9358.

Get in on the fun every Wednesday from June 18 through August 13 for a fun filled hour of engaging stories, fun activities and garden exploration.

Discovery Club is a free program for children ages 2-5 (and their adult helper). You are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and extra clothes in case we get messy. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic at the garden after Discovery Club!

This year marks 20 years since the inception of the Garden of Infinite Compassion! Join us for a FREE guided tour of the Garden of Infinite Compassion on Saturdays from July 12th through August 30th at 10:30am. Please bring a water bottle, hat and sunscreen. We will meet by the north entrance of the Visitor’s Center.

For more information or to make a donation call (208) 726-9358.

Get in on the fun every Wednesday from June 18 through August 13 for a fun filled hour of engaging stories, fun activities and garden exploration.

Discovery Club is a free program for children ages 2-5 (and their adult helper). You are encouraged to bring water bottles, snacks and extra clothes in case we get messy. Bring a lunch and enjoy a picnic at the garden after Discovery Club!

This year marks 20 years since the inception of the Garden of Infinite Compassion! Join us for a FREE guided tour of the Garden of Infinite Compassion on Saturdays from July 12th through August 30th at 10:30am. Please bring a water bottle, hat and sunscreen. We will meet by the north entrance of the Visitor’s Center.

For more information or to make a donation call (208) 726-9358.

This year marks 20 years since the inception of the Garden of Infinite Compassion! Join us for a FREE guided tour of the Garden of Infinite Compassion on Saturdays from July 12th through August 30th at 10:30am. Please bring a water bottle, hat and sunscreen. We will meet by the north entrance of the Visitor’s Center.

For more information or to make a donation call (208) 726-9358.

This year marks 20 years since the inception of the Garden of Infinite Compassion! Join us for a FREE guided tour of the Garden of Infinite Compassion on Saturdays from July 12th through August 30th at 10:30am. Please bring a water bottle, hat and sunscreen. We will meet by the north entrance of the Visitor’s Center.

For more information or to make a donation call (208) 726-9358.