Monday, 02 May 2022
Beginner Watercolor
Mondays beginning May 2, 6:30 - 8:30 PM for 6 weeks Join Creative Department artist Yvonne Brune for a six-week watercolor course exploring the beauty of the Gardens.
Tuesday, 03 May 2022
Nature Journaling
Tuesdays May 3, 10, 17, 31, 6:00 - 8:00 PM (NOTE: NO CLASS on May 24.) Join artist and illustrator Kelsey Wilson to learn the basics of drawing nature through observational and reflective journaling.
Wednesday, 04 May 2022
Free Admission During Go Public Gardens Days
We will celebrate with a FREE ADMISSION day on Wednesday, May 4 in honor of Go Public Gardens Days.
Artist Lecture: Kelsey Wilson
Bring your lunch and join us for a discussion about art and invasive plants led by Kelsey Wilson, botanical artist from Nevada.
Thursday, 05 May 2022
Caterpillar Club
Join us outdoors weekly for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories followed by nature exploration and activities. Best for children ages 2-5 with an adult.
Saturday, 07 May 2022
Plant Sale Extravaganza 2022
Sale open to the public on May 7 from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and May 8 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, 08 May 2022
Mother's Day
Celebrate Mother's Day at Reiman Gardens! We will offer free admission to all mothers on Mother's Day.
Plant Sale Extravaganza 2022
Sale open to the public on May 7 from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and May 8 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, 12 May 2022
Caterpillar Club
Join us outdoors weekly for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories followed by nature exploration and activities. Best for children ages 2-5 with an adult.
Reiman Gardens: Extended Hours
In honor of Iowa State University's Graduation and Commencement ceremonies, Reiman Gardens will stay open late Thursday through Saturday, May 12 to 14 until 8:00 p.m.
Dorm Plant Basics - Mealybugs, Wilting, and Other Scares, Oh My!
Is your dorm dreadful? Is your apartment appalling? Do you need some life in your small space?
Friday, 13 May 2022
Reiman Gardens: Extended Hours
In honor of Iowa State University's Graduation and Commencement ceremonies, Reiman Gardens will stay open late Thursday through Saturday, May 12 to 14 until 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, 14 May 2022
Reiman Gardens: Extended Hours
In honor of Iowa State University's Graduation and Commencement ceremonies, Reiman Gardens will stay open late Thursday through Saturday, May 12 to 14 until 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, 15 May 2022
Plein Air Painting in the Gardens
Join artist and illustrator Kelsey Wilson for an afternoon of painting in the gardens in the French tradition of plein air, or to paint in the fresh air.
Monday, 16 May 2022
Yoga in the Gardens
A five-session course (no class May 30). Practice yoga outdoors with Ames Parks and Recreation instructor Stephanie Yocca. Classes will focus on breath and movement, resulting in a flowing and mindful practice that stretches and strengthens to bring balance to body and mind.
Tuesday, 17 May 2022
Yoga in the Gardens
Tuesdays beginning May 17, 12:00 - 12:45 PM for 6 weeks. Practice yoga outdoors with Ames Parks and Recreation instructor Wendy Herrick.
Yoga in the Gardens
Tuesdays beginning May 17, 5:00 - 5:45 PM for 6 weeks. Practice yoga outdoors with Ames Parks and Recreation instructor Barb Cohen.
Floral Design: Tropical Arrangements
Arrange tropical florist blooms and leaves to create a cleverly balanced contemporary arrangement using a water-tight container with supportive floral foam.
Wednesday, 18 May 2022
Maker Mocktails: Seed Paper Flowers with Marigold Blueberry Infusion
Are you a crafty person? Do you like to sip fun and fruity drinks? Well come to Reiman Gardens to enjoy Maker Mocktails!
Thursday, 19 May 2022
Caterpillar Club
Join us outdoors weekly for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories followed by nature exploration and activities. Best for children ages 2-5 with an adult.
Yoga in the Gardens
Thursdays beginning May 19, 12:00 - 12:45 PM for 6 weeks. Practice yoga outdoors with Ames Parks and Recreation instructor Kathy Vince.
Saturday, 21 May 2022
Pick a Better Snack
Discover fresh ideas for snack time that are tasty AND good for you through fun interactive lessons in our new Pick a Better Snack program in partnership with Story County Extension and Outreach!
Thursday, 26 May 2022
Caterpillar Club
Join us outdoors weekly for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories followed by nature exploration and activities. Best for children ages 2-5 with an adult.
Friday, 27 May 2022
Recycled Materials: Plastic Bottle Succulents
Stop by the classroom at Reiman Gardens to turn junk into treasure. Recycling is not just about sorting trash; it is also about finding new ways to re-purpose something that can still be useful.