Upcoming Events

Canceled Dance a Wave: Ecstatic Dance

7:00 p.m.

This is a unique dance practice that offers exercise, creative expression, catharsis, connection, and play- all in one! Each session includes an opening circle, a 50-60 minute free-form dance experience led by ecstatic dance facilitator Kevin Price, and a closing circle. Anyone can do this; no experience needed! 

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members. 

Friday Family Walk & Craft

10:00 a.m.

Come learn about nature and enjoy the Botanic Garden with your little ones! Join a WVBG educator for a short story, walk, and simple craft. Geared toward preschool aged children but all are welcome.

Free for WVBG members, $15/family for non-members.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free. 

Plants After Leaf Fall

2:00 p.m.

The dropping of most leaves opens up our view of the landscape. Join retired Arboretum Specialist Jon Weems to learn some tree lore and tips about identifying woody plants without leaves on a leisurely stroll in the Garden. 

$5 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members. 

Summit Chamber Music Series: Sweet Serenades at the Terrace

7:00 p.m.

The Summit Chamber Music series is returning to the Terrace with Anne Williams, the principal cellist of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. Anne will join Hyobi Sim, the associate principal violist of the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, and Sunmi Chang for an evening of sweet serenades. Experience a masterful performance of two of the most beautiful and exciting serenades written for the string trio repertoire.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free. 

Drum Circle

2:00 p.m.

Drumming isn’t just a fun activity. Drumming is a link to healing for the body, soul and Earth. Join us to learn about the healing qualities of drumming and participate in a drum circle. No experience is needed. If you don’t have a drum, don’t worry. Drums and percussion instruments will be provided or you can make your own (search online for ideas). Or fill a plastic bottle with rice, beans or gravel if you wish.

 All ages welcome. Free. Donations welcome.  

Planning Your Estate

7:00 p.m.

Join us at the Terrace at Tibbs Run for this special talk by Joshua S Rogers to learn more about planning your estate. Mr. Roger’s presentation will include “the three documents that everyone should have in planning one”s estate – a Medical Power of Attorney; a Durable Power of Attorney for Business and a Last Will and Testament“. He will also talk about Revocable Trusts, the Transfer Tax System (including estate taxes), Medicad Planning, and Charitable Giving. His presentation will provide time for questions from those in attendance. Registration is required for this free event. 

Canceled Dance a Wave: Ecstatic Dance

7:00 p.m.

This is a unique dance practice that offers exercise, creative expression, catharsis, connection, and play- all in one! Each session includes an opening circle, a 50-60 minute free-form dance experience led by ecstatic dance facilitator Kevin Price, and a closing circle. Anyone can do this; no experience needed! 

$12 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members. 

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free. 

Canceled Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us at the Terrace for an all-levels vinyasa flow class. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Classes taught by Heidi Sherwin or Sarah Smith-Paugh. Bring a yoga mat.

All ages. $12 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members.

Canceled Young Birders Walk

10:00 a.m.

It’s never too early to become a birder! This walk will introduce children of all ages and their parents to the wonder and joy of birds and bird watching. Bring binoculars and a bird guide if you have them. This walk is offered in conjunction with the West Virginia Young Birders Club and will be led by Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia’s Director Katie Fallon.

All ages. Free.

Canceled-Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more.

No experience needed. Free.

Appalachian Cookery Tutorial: Traditional Yuletime Pies

6:30 p.m.

Join Hill & Hollow Free-Range Kitchen chefs Marion and Alegria Ohlinger for a series of interactive cooking classes exploring the Roots and Branches of West Virginian cuisine. “The deeper we grow our roots, the wider we grow our branches”, honoring both our history and modern Appalachian culture. The December class will focus on the preparation of traditional yuletime pies.

Ages 14+. $30 for WVBG members, $40 for non-members.

Holiday Ornaments Workshop

1:00 p.m.

Join us for an all-ages holiday ornament making craft. Environmental educator Maria Tallman will read a winter animal themed book and demonstrate how to make easy, nature inpired ornaments. Then you can make your own to take home!

 $5 per person. 

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free. 

Evening Yoga in the Garden

6:00 p.m.

Join us at the Terrace for an all-levels vinyasa flow class. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Classes taught by Heidi Sherwin or Sarah Smith-Paugh. Bring a yoga mat.

All ages. $12 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more. No experience needed. Free. 

Nature in Winter

2:00 p.m.

Join WVBG education director Erin Smaldone for a presentation about nature in winter followed by a short walk to see it in action!

$5 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members.

Owls of the Garden

5:30 p.m.

Join Mountaineer Audubon and Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia for a winter owl walk. The program will begin with a short presentation featuring live owls from the Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia followed by a walk in the WVBG in search of wild owls. Dress warmly and bring a flashlight.

Free for WVBG, ACCA, & Mountaineer Audubon members, $15 for non-members. 

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more.

 No experience needed. Free.

Appalachian Cookery Tutorial: Basic Biscuits, Soup Noodles, & Dumplings

6:30 p.m.

Join Hill & Hollow Free-Range Kitchen chefs Marion and Alegria Ohlinger for a series of interactive cooking classes exploring the Roots and Branches of West Virginian cuisine. “The deeper we grow our roots, the wider we grow our branches”, honoring both our history and modern Appalachian culture. The January class will focus on the preparation of basic biscuits, soup noodles, and dumplings.

Ages 14+. $30 for WVBG members, $40 for non-members. 

Evening Yoga at the Terrace

6:00 p.m.

Join us at the Terrace for an all-levels vinyasa flow class. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Classes taught by Heidi Sherwin or Sarah Smith-Paugh. Bring a yoga mat.

All ages. $12 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members. Class pack of 10 is $100 for members, $130 for non-members.

Canceled Butterflies of West Virginia

6:00 p.m.

Presentation of the current status of butterflies in the Mountain State including their occurrence, conservation, challenges, and concerns.

$5 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more.

 No experience needed. Free. 

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more.

 No experience needed. Free.

Evening Yoga at the Terrace

6:00 p.m.

Join us at the Terrace for an all-levels vinyasa flow class. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Classes taught by Heidi Sherwin or Sarah Smith-Paugh. Bring a yoga mat.

All ages. $12 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members. Class pack of 10 is $100 for members, $130 for non-members.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more.

 No experience needed. Free.

Appalachian Cookery Tutorial: Appalachian Aphrodisiacs

6:30 p.m.

Join Hill & Hollow Free-Range Kitchen chefs Marion and Alegria Ohlinger for a series of interactive cooking classes exploring the Roots and Branches of West Virginian cuisine. “The deeper we grow our roots, the wider we grow our branches”, honoring both our history and modern Appalachian culture. The February class will focus on the preparation of Appalachian aphrodisiacs. Ages 14+.

$30 for WVBG members, $40 for non-members. 

Evening Yoga at the Terrace

6:00 p.m.

Join us at the Terrace for an all-levels vinyasa flow class. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Classes taught by Heidi Sherwin or Sarah Smith-Paugh. Bring a yoga mat.

All ages. $12 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members. Class pack of 10 is $100 for members, $130 for non-members.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more.

No experience needed. Free.

Meditation, Community, & Support

10:00 a.m.

This event is designed to offer you a safe space to be your authentic self while co-creating a sense of belonging, ease, joy, and connection with your local community. Each session includes a warm-up, meditation or wellness-related guidance, a 20-minute meditation, and an open sharing circle led my meditation teacher Eric Bale. Content may include singing, movement, wellness talks, book excerpts, seated meditation, walking meditation, and more.

No experience needed. Free.

Evening Yoga at the Terrace

6:00 p.m.

Join us at the Terrace for an all-levels vinyasa flow class. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles and a guided relaxation to help calm the mind, body, and spirit. Classes taught by Heidi Sherwin or Sarah Smith-Paugh. Bring a yoga mat.

All ages. $12 for WVBG members, $15 for non-members. Class pack of 10 is $100 for members, $130 for non-members.