{"id":1003,"date":"2011-04-15T11:20:58","date_gmt":"2011-04-15T17:20:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.arizonalodgingexperts.com\/arizona-rentals-blog\/?p=1003"},"modified":"2011-04-15T11:20:58","modified_gmt":"2011-04-15T17:20:58","slug":"desert-botanical-gardens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.signaturevacationrentals.com\/bloger\/desert-botanical-gardens\/","title":{"rendered":"Desert Botanical Gardens"},"content":{"rendered":"

Desert Botanical Gardens<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Make a day of it\u2026the Desert Botanical Gardens are so close to the Phoenix Zoo.\u00a0 Head to the Zoo early in the morning, enjoy the sights and sounds of the animals and then cruise on over to the incredible flora at the Botanical Gardens.\u00a0 What is it about Arizona plant life?\u00a0 Being in the desert the plant life is much different from anywhere else in the nation.\u00a0 Our long hot summers would kill most other plant life.\u00a0 Arizona plant life is displayed beautifully at the Botanical Gardens as you will see when you visit there.\u00a0 You will find volunteers all around who are caring for the plants and will gladly chat with you about the different varieties of cactus and succulents which thrive in the desert climate.<\/p>\n

Spring time is the best time to visit.\u00a0 You can see the new blooms in an array of breathtaking colors on the cactus, trees and shrubs which are indigent to the Arizona desert climates.\u00a0 On Sundays from Noon \u2013 2pm on the Ullman Terrace you can enjoy live\u00a0music.<\/p>\n

You can also check out the Botanical Gardens on line at www.dbg.org<\/a> and see all the events that are available.\u00a0 You can have a guided tour, plan an event or celebration, view the beautiful exhibits, or check out the current list of events.<\/p>\n

Current events at the Desert Botanical Gardens:<\/p>\n

Through September 24, 2011<\/span><\/strong><\/em> you can enjoy nightly flashlight tours of the wonderful gardens.\u00a0 See the flora and fauna react to the evening darkness.\u00a0 Every Thursday and Saturday through September 24 at 7pm<\/p>\n

September 9, 2011 – 6-8:30 pm<\/span><\/strong><\/em> –\u00a0 BIG BUG sculptures tower above the trails of the Botanical Gardens.\u00a0 This event is for garden fund and patron circle members only.\u00a0 Enjoy the infestation of David Roger’s Big Bug<\/strong><\/em> sculptures.\u00a0 There are refreshments and music.\u00a0 Bring along your flashlight … you don’t want to run into one of these life size creatures unprepared.\u00a0 Reservations required.\u00a0 You can also purchase a picnic dinner on site while the little ones enjoy creating their own bug drawings or bug tattoos.\u00a0 What a fun night<\/p>\n

September 10, 2011<\/span><\/strong><\/em>– General Members Opening Night:\u00a0 David Rogers’ Big Bug<\/strong><\/em> Member Preview<\/p>\n

September 12, 2011 – January 1, 2012<\/span><\/strong><\/em> – Grand Opening viewing of David Rogers’ Big Bugs<\/strong><\/em> all created from natural materials.\u00a0 Come see for yourself…these are grand size creatures.<\/p>\n

The FALL CONCERT<\/em><\/strong> series in incredible and you should plan in advance.<\/p>\n

The 2011 Fall concert series is every Friday from 7pm-9pm and the doors open at 5:30pm.<\/p>\n

October 7<\/span>–<\/strong><\/em>– Sonoran Jazz Project (jJazz – Motown<\/p>\n

October 14<\/span><\/strong><\/em>— Domingo Degrazia (Flamenco – Spanish Guitar)<\/p>\n

October 21<\/span><\/strong><\/em> –Silver Thread Trio featuring the Rosano Brothers (Americana – Gypsy Jazz)<\/p>\n

October 28<\/span><\/strong><\/em> –Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkesta (Latin \u2013 Mambo)<\/p>\n

November 4<\/span><\/strong><\/em> —\u00a0 Crossing 32nd Street Music Ensemble dives into a tribute to the Beatles<\/p>\n

November 11<\/span><\/strong><\/em>— Fuerza Caribe (Salsa)<\/p>\n

November 18<\/span><\/strong><\/em> –Traveler (Violin)<\/p>\n

Fall Festivals<\/em> at the Gardens include:<\/p>\n

October 14-16<\/span><\/strong><\/em> – The Fall Plant Sale Festival<\/p>\n

This is the time to purchase from the largest arid-adapted plants that are for sale in one location<\/p>\n

October 20-23 <\/span><\/strong><\/em>– The Great Pumpkin Festival<\/p>\n

This is the place to find that Perfect Pumpkin for Halloween – bring the kids and let them pick out that perfect Great Pumpkin<\/p>\n

October 29-30<\/span><\/strong><\/em> – Dia De Los Muertos Celebration<\/p>\n

This is a Latin American, Mexican and American Southwest celebration for departed loved ones.\u00a0 The celebration includes entertainment, story telling, dance and song.\u00a0\u00a0 In the Mercado you will find wonderful items for sale such as artwork, delicious pastries and wonderful food.<\/p>\n

November 11-13<\/span><\/strong><\/em> – Enjoy Chiles and Chocolate (Friday- Sunday 10am-5pm)<\/p>\n

The Gardens will be full of spicy and chocolate delights.\u00a0 Indulge yourself with wonderful treats of the southwest while enjoying your tour of the gardens.<\/p>\n

Entertainment is provided by DJ Miguel Ivery.\u00a0 Enjoy his hot Latin tempo and hot dance routines<\/p>\n

The Menu for this wonderful event is:<\/p>\n

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Station 1: Dorrance Hall<\/span><\/p>\n

Traditional Chili, Green Chili with Pork, Chicken Mole, Vegetarian Chili, Ghirardelli Chocolate Brownies, Sodas, Bottled water and lemonade.<\/p>\n

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Station 2: Boppart Courtyard<\/span><\/p>\n

Fresh roasted chilies, chicken street tacos, both served with chips, red and green salsa<\/p>\n

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Station 3: \u00a0Butterfly Kiosk<\/span><\/p>\n

Fill up with bean, rice and cheese burritos, green chili pork burritos, tortilla chips and salsa<\/p>\n

Enjoy the wonderful music and dance, the incredible food, the amazing gardens and of course the wonderful Arizona desert weather.<\/p>\n

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Fall 2011 Avant-Garden – Thursday evenings 6pm-8:30pm<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Local Arizona talent, food and music will be presented.\u00a0 This season honors “David Rogers’ Big Bug” exhibit.\u00a0 This is where you can learn about a different bug each week at the Discovery Station.<\/p>\n

October 6<\/span><\/strong><\/em> – Hail the Ale “Jon Schmidt” will present his knowledge of beer education.\u00a0 This is an Oktoberfest inspired gathering with music from the “Bac Cactus Brass Band.<\/p>\n

October 13<\/span><\/strong><\/em> – In Bloom<\/p>\n

Local fashion designers will present their new stylings to the tunes from local band “Covela”<\/p>\n

October 27<\/span><\/strong><\/em> – A Spirited Evening<\/p>\n

Local Jester’z Improv Comedy<\/em> will perform with local band Banana Gun<\/em><\/p>\n

November 3<\/span> <\/strong><\/em>– Stop, Cook and Listen<\/p>\n

Did anyone say HERBS, fresh from the garden.\u00a0 Enjoy the cooking while relaxing under the stars and listening to bluegrass music<\/p>\n

November 10<\/span> <\/strong><\/em>– Toast the Taste<\/p>\n

Chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate.\u00a0 Wei of Chocolate and Fair Trade chocolatiers will present a chocolate array, organic wine tasting, and FourWayFree<\/em> will perform acoustic pop-rock.<\/p>\n

November 17<\/span><\/strong><\/em> – Have You Heard<\/p>\n

Poetry in the garden…HB and HomeBase Poetry return for an encore performance.<\/p>\n

Location: 1201 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ\u00a0 85008 (in the Papago Park next to the Phoenix Zoo)<\/p>\n

480-941-1225 (Monday through Friday)\u00a0 Recorded Information:\u00a0 480-941-1217<\/p>\n

Hours:\u00a0 Monday through Sunday year round \u2013 8am to 8pm (7am for members on Wednesday and Sunday)<\/p>\n

Admission:\u00a0 Adults $15, Seniors $13.50, Students (13 to 18 yrs) $7.50, Kids (3 to 12 yrs) $5.00, Kids under 3 yrs are free<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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