Join Tai Chi instructor, Richie Goldstein, for an hour-long Tai Chi class every Saturday. This low impact, mind-body practice will begin with a short warm up followed by a series of breathing exercises. Every other week you'll practice the Yang Style 24-movement Tai Chi and Tai Chi Sun style. Class will be held outside on our lawn, no equipment needed just comfortable clothes and shoes. This class is for all levels. Class size is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Oct. 11th will be Yang Style

Yang Style 24-movement Tai Chi with an emphasis on balance, both physical and mental. Class will be held outside on our lawn, no equipment needed just comfortable clothes and shoes. This class is for all levels. Class size is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Oct. 4th and 18th will be Sun Style

Sun style movements, much quieter than Yang style, with an emphasis on weight transfer, balance, center of gravity, and understanding one’s surroundings. It’s designed to help minimize trips and falls and are easier movements for anyone with arthritis and stiff joints.

Richie Goldstein began studying Tai Chi in 1996 with Sifu Warren Pretlow at the Healing Arts Studio here in Anchorage. For the past twelve years, he’s studied with Dao Shima Susan Elkins at Jade Lady Studio.

Learn how to plant and design your own miniature spooky indoor landscape. Use succulents, and natural materials such as twigs, shells, witches’ hair moss, and rocks to plant and cultivate a ceramic cauldron. Learn how to mold and score polymer clay, as well as how to use beads, and wire to create mini figures that float, creep, or crawl across your tiny garden scape. (*Polymer Clay can be baked at home in a regular oven.) All materials are included with the workshop. Taught by local artist Betany Porter.

There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. Non refunds for requests made with less than 48 hours notice.

Join local author, music therapist and speaker, Katherine Haghighi, for "Whispers in the Garden: A Unique Writing Experience"! Together, we will explore writing in the garden, going beyond “how do I” or “what do I write about.” We will lean into the words that appear when experiencing garden spaces, finding inspiration in what speaks to you. We will also delve into many ways to capture words, stories, tales, and lore.

When we step into a garden, our senses are heightened, our mind's eye widened, and our understanding of the present deepened. We open ourselves to experience what we see, taste, hear, smell, and touch in the moment. This natural shift mirrors the journey of writing, where we transition from thoughts to words, and from ideas to stories.

Bring nothing but your curiosity. The garden will offer the magical space, and a special writing journal will be provided. Come listen to the whispers; we are all writers in the garden.

Spots are limited, register in advance. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations; no refunds for requests made with less than 48 hours notice.

Join us in the Garden for a different story every week. This October we are celebrating dance and movement! Come dance, wiggle and get your jig on. October 13th’s dance book will be “I Love the Mounatins” by Haily Meyers.

This readings will take place inside our heated Greenhouse. The story and program are designed for ages 6 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. We will venture outside if weather permits.

$8 per person, FREE for members & children ages 6 and under (pay at Admissions).

Join us at ABG for National Fossil Day™. National Fossil Day is an annual celebration held by the National Park Service to highlight the scientific and educational value of paleontology and the importance of preserving fossils for future generations. Join paleontologists, educators, and students in fossil-related events and activities in the BOOtanical Garden. Halloween costumes encouraged!

This year's community partners include the Alaska Geologic Materials Center, the Alaska Children's Museum, UAA Dept. of Anthropology, and Bird TLC.

All activities included with the price of admission; Members and children 6 and under are FREE.

Join Tai Chi instructor, Richie Goldstein, for an hour-long Tai Chi class every Saturday. This low impact, mind-body practice will begin with a short warm up followed by a series of breathing exercises. Every other week you'll practice the Yang Style 24-movement Tai Chi and Tai Chi Sun style. Class will be held outside on our lawn, no equipment needed just comfortable clothes and shoes. This class is for all levels. Class size is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

Oct. 11th will be Yang Style

Yang Style 24-movement Tai Chi with an emphasis on balance, both physical and mental. Class will be held outside on our lawn, no equipment needed just comfortable clothes and shoes. This class is for all levels. Class size is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations.

4th and Oct. 18th will be Sun Style

Sun style movements, much quieter than Yang style, with an emphasis on weight transfer, balance, center of gravity, and understanding one’s surroundings. It’s designed to help minimize trips and falls and are easier movements for anyone with arthritis and stiff joints.

Richie Goldstein began studying Tai Chi in 1996 with Sifu Warren Pretlow at the Healing Arts Studio here in Anchorage. For the past twelve years, he’s studied with Dao Shima Susan Elkins at Jade Lady Studio.

Join Christine Wilcox, owner of Spruce Tip Farm and Nursery, for a seed saving 101 workshop. Seed saving is a great way to increase food security, preserve plant varieties, develop locally adapted plants and breed new varieties, not to mention saving money on seed purchases. For many of the annual garden plants, saving seeds can be very easy. Participants will learn about how, when, and where to harvest seeds, and how to process and store them. Focus will be on seeds that can be readily grown in our Alaskan gardens. Christine will have seeds to share grown and harvested from her Hillside garden.

Please register in advance, space is limited. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds for cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice.

Krambambuli Puppet Theater, presents “A Truly Unusual Dragon”.

Everybody knows your typical dragon breathes fire. But when Theo tries to breathe fire on his seventh birthday fire does not come out. He struggles with his apparent shortcoming and tries hard to live up to "typical" expectations. Theo the Dragon wonders if he will ever be able to find his inner fire........

Find out what happens to Theo and join us for a magical afternoon of storytelling with handmade marionette puppets made by Salila Andrea with the Krambambuli Puppet Theater. Perfect entertainment for the young and the young at heart. Show included with BOOtanical admission. Members and kids 6 and under are Free; adults $8.

Two Show Times:

When: Sunday, October 19th

Where: ABG Greenhouse (space is limited)

Time: 2:00pm and 4:00pm

Join us in the Garden for a different story every week. This October we are celebrating dance and movement! Come dance, wiggle and get your jig on. October 20th’s dance book will be “Music is in Everything” by Ziggy Marley.

This readings will take place inside our heated Greenhouse. The story and program are designed for ages 6 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. We will venture outside if weather permits.

$8 per person, FREE for members & children ages 6 and under (pay at Admissions).

Register for our ASD in-service Day Camp for Friday, October 24th, 2025
8:30am - 3:30pm
Members $65
Non-Members $75

Spend the day with ABG as we dive into the fantastical world of the plants and animals of Alaska. Together, we will explore the fables and lore of Alaskan ecology through our forest themed in-service day camp. Magical fall fun awaits! Camp will take place in our heated Greenhouse as well as on many of the surrounding Garden trails and nearby Campbell Creek. We are a garden camp! We will play and learn outside, rain, snow or shine! Please pack your child’s backpack accordingly with seasonal gear and a cold lunch. Students will not have access to a microwave or a refrigerator. Camp will run from 8:30am – 3:30pm. Please note half day options are not available for this camp. This camp is designed for children ages 6-12.

Flexible Cancellation Policy

We understand that plans can change. Cancellations made on or before October 20th, 2025 will receive a full refund minus a $5 cancellation fee. No refunds given after October 20th. Please call the Camp Director, Stacey Shriner at 907-770-3692 with any questions, or send an email to stacey.shriner@alaskabg.org.

Salila Andrea, with Krambambuli Puppet Theater, will be leading a Halloween how-to marionette workshop. In this workshop you will be guided to create “Ambrosia” a two-string marionette. You will learn how to work with wood, beads, paint, feathers, wool and more. Join the fun while being immersed into the art of puppetry. All materials are provided. This workshop is designed for ages 5-12 years old, all children must be accompanied by an adult. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations; no refunds for requests made with less than 48 hours notice. Space is limited, sign up ahead of time.

Join us in the Garden for a different story every week. This October we are celebrating dance and movement! Come dance, wiggle and get your jig on. October 27th’s dance book will be “The Eye of the Needle” retold and illustrated by Teri Sloat and based on a Yupik tale as told by Betty Huffman.

This readings will take place inside our heated Greenhouse. The story and program are designed for ages 6 and younger. All children must be accompanied by an adult. We will venture outside if weather permits.

$8 per person, FREE for members & children ages 6 and under (pay at Admissions).

Join the ABG Education team for a fun night of Plant Trivia (Spooky Edition). Questions are designed for ages 9 and up and were created by the Education and Horticulture staff. We will have 3 rounds of questions with themes related to, you guessed it, plants! It's family friendly Halloween fun for all ages!

Limit 5 people on a team. Fun ABG swag goes to the winning team! We will provide light snacks and hot chocolate, but feel free to bring your own food.

Trivia Night will take place in our heated Greenhouse. Space is limited; teams must sign up in advance. Choose your team name, grab a drink, get a snack and join us for a battle of the best plant minds! Costumes encouraged! You must buy a separate ticket for each member of your team.

Join ABG & Meg for a 5-week series. Every Wednesday we will engage in a 90-minute yoga practice that is specifically designed to support your nervous system, mental health, and mood (winter is coming!). Each week will include slow & intentional movement, gentle breathwork, cognitive-neuro work (brain love!), as well as guided yoga nidra (meditative rest). Students can expect gentle standing and balancing postures, as well as sitting (chairs are available) and reclined poses. While this class is designed to be accessible to most bodies, some folks will find certain shapes to be particularly challenging and Meg will do her very best to offer alternatives to postures as often as possible. While the benefits will multiply with each week attended, each class is a stand-alone experience - come to 1, 2 or all 5 classes!

There is a $2 charge for all cancellations. No refunds for cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 7pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion - to sit on, put behind your head or under your knees). Meg will provide straps, yoga balls, and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and keep your hat & gloves handy for the guided rest portion of class.

Meg's Bio: Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga for over 20 years and has been teaching yoga in Anchorage since 2011. As a somatic-based counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga, breathing, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her identifying plants in the wild, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.

Join ABG & Meg for a 5-week series. Every Wednesday we will engage in a 90-minute yoga practice that is specifically designed to support your nervous system, mental health, and mood (winter is coming!). Each week will include slow & intentional movement, gentle breathwork, cognitive-neuro work (brain love!), as well as guided yoga nidra (meditative rest). Students can expect gentle standing and balancing postures, as well as sitting (chairs are available) and reclined poses. While this class is designed to be accessible to most bodies, some folks will find certain shapes to be particularly challenging and Meg will do her very best to offer alternatives to postures as often as possible. While the benefits will multiply with each week attended, each class is a stand-alone experience - come to 1, 2 or all 5 classes!

There is a $2 charge for all cancellations. No refunds for cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 7pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion - to sit on, put behind your head or under your knees). Meg will provide straps, yoga balls, and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and keep your hat & gloves handy for the guided rest portion of class.

Meg's Bio: Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga for over 20 years and has been teaching yoga in Anchorage since 2011. As a somatic-based counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga, breathing, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her identifying plants in the wild, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.

Join ABG & Meg for a 5-week series. Every Wednesday we will engage in a 90-minute yoga practice that is specifically designed to support your nervous system, mental health, and mood (winter is coming!). Each week will include slow & intentional movement, gentle breathwork, cognitive-neuro work (brain love!), as well as guided yoga nidra (meditative rest). Students can expect gentle standing and balancing postures, as well as sitting (chairs are available) and reclined poses. While this class is designed to be accessible to most bodies, some folks will find certain shapes to be particularly challenging and Meg will do her very best to offer alternatives to postures as often as possible. While the benefits will multiply with each week attended, each class is a stand-alone experience - come to 1, 2 or all 5 classes!

There is a $2 charge for all cancellations. No refunds for cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 7pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion - to sit on, put behind your head or under your knees). Meg will provide straps, yoga balls, and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and keep your hat & gloves handy for the guided rest portion of class.

Meg's Bio: Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga for over 20 years and has been teaching yoga in Anchorage since 2011. As a somatic-based counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga, breathing, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her identifying plants in the wild, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.

Learn how to make your own seasonal and fall-inspired wreath using a recycled bike rim and fresh and dried material from the Garden. Perfect size to hang on your front door or porch! All materials are provided but feel free to bring natural items from your own backyard to include in your design.

Space is limited, sign up in advance. This class sells out every year. Due to high demand we will be offering this class twice on November 18th. There will be a class at 12pm and then again at 6pm to accommodate as many participants as possible. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds given for cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice.

Learn how to make your own seasonal and fall-inspired wreath using a recycled bike rim and fresh and dried material from the Garden. Perfect size to hang on your front door or porch! All materials are provided but feel free to bring natural items from your own backyard to include in your design.

Space is limited, sign up in advance. This class sells out every year. Due to high demand we will be offering this class twice on November 18th. There will be a class at 12pm and then again at 6pm to accommodate as many participants as possible. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds given for cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice.

Join ABG & Meg for a 5-week series. Every Wednesday we will engage in a 90-minute yoga practice that is specifically designed to support your nervous system, mental health, and mood (winter is coming!). Each week will include slow & intentional movement, gentle breathwork, cognitive-neuro work (brain love!), as well as guided yoga nidra (meditative rest). Students can expect gentle standing and balancing postures, as well as sitting (chairs are available) and reclined poses. While this class is designed to be accessible to most bodies, some folks will find certain shapes to be particularly challenging and Meg will do her very best to offer alternatives to postures as often as possible. While the benefits will multiply with each week attended, each class is a stand-alone experience - come to 1, 2 or all 5 classes!

There is a $2 charge for all cancellations. No refunds for cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 7pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion - to sit on, put behind your head or under your knees). Meg will provide straps, yoga balls, and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and keep your hat & gloves handy for the guided rest portion of class.

Meg's Bio: Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga for over 20 years and has been teaching yoga in Anchorage since 2011. As a somatic-based counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga, breathing, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her identifying plants in the wild, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.

Anxiety, mindfulness, and over-commitment all hover as constant companions during the upcoming season of holidays and family get-togethers. Taking time to engage all of your senses can be a powerful tool to help you get through stressful and busy times. Together we will explore the healing properties of aromatherapy combined with the mindful practices of forest bathing to create a holistic approach to coping with stress. In this combined workshop you will spend time in the Garden activating all of your senses to promote relaxation and overall well-being. You will also learn the basics of aromatherapy by building your own unique blends using both essential oils and fragrance oils. Guided step by step, you’ll design a personalized fragrance to take home with you. A portion of this class will take place outside in the Garden; dress for the weather.

This class will be taught by Kit Burroughs and Stacey Shriner. Kit Burroughs owns Mirth, a small business that specializes in handmade soaps & fragrance oils. She is passionate about building unique & compelling fragrances and working with wholesome & high-quality ingredients to create luxurious self-care products. Stacey Shriner is the Education Manager for ABG and holds a certificate in Horticulture Therapy and Forest Bathing.

Space is limited; you must register ahead of time. There is a $2 cancellation fee for all cancellations. No refunds for cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice.

Join ABG & Meg for a 5-week series. Every Wednesday we will engage in a 90-minute yoga practice that is specifically designed to support your nervous system, mental health, and mood (winter is coming!). Each week will include slow & intentional movement, gentle breathwork, cognitive-neuro work (brain love!), as well as guided yoga nidra (meditative rest). Students can expect gentle standing and balancing postures, as well as sitting (chairs are available) and reclined poses. While this class is designed to be accessible to most bodies, some folks will find certain shapes to be particularly challenging and Meg will do her very best to offer alternatives to postures as often as possible. While the benefits will multiply with each week attended, each class is a stand-alone experience - come to 1, 2 or all 5 classes!

There is a $2 charge for all cancellations. No refunds for cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice.

Please bring: To support your ease and comfort, please arrive at least 10 minutes before class to find your spot and get settled. Class will start promptly at 7pm. Please bring your yoga mat (ABG has additional mats to use UNDER yours for extra cushion), plus a blanket, yoga block, and a bolster (or a pillow/cushion - to sit on, put behind your head or under your knees). Meg will provide straps, yoga balls, and extra blankets. Note: the greenhouse has a cement floor and is a tad on the cool side. Dress in warm layers, thick socks, and keep your hat & gloves handy for the guided rest portion of class.

Meg's Bio: Meg Piersma, MS, Trauma-Informed E-RYT500, Somatic Experiencing: Advanced Year

Meg has been practicing yoga for over 20 years and has been teaching yoga in Anchorage since 2011. As a somatic-based counselor, Meg loves to blend nervous system and brain support practices with yoga, breathing, and guided rest. Meg brings a sense of lightness to every class, with trauma-informed cueing that aims to embrace a wide variety of lived experiences. Meg is a gardener with a deep love and respect for the natural world and you can often find her identifying plants in the wild, tending to her large garden, or cruising the trails of FNBP with her two huskies.