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Songbirds of the Grand Strand – with Diane DuLoft, of Wild Birds Unlimited

February is National Bird-feeding Month, and this year’s theme is “Winter Comforts

Birds need the same basic resources to survive that people do –   food, water and shelter.  Many of the songbirds in our area are residents all year, while others will migrate as the seasons change. 

Bird feeders filled with high quality food will invite the birds to come to your outdoor refuge.  When the days are short and the nights are long, a diet high in calories help the birds to survive. We will discuss the types of food and feeders that will attract various birds, providing them with the nutrition that they need. Some of their behaviors and courting styles will also be touched on.    

This is a VIRTUAL webinar!

Alligators are a part of Lowcountry living. Let Kayleigh, one of the zookeepers here at Brookgreen Gardens, tell you interesting facts about the alligator that may be sharing your backyard! She will debunk myths about alligators, and talk about brumation (reptile hibernation), plus the importance of them being a keystone species.

This is a free event: register to receive your  Zoom invitation here. 

Join Jimmy Brandt, Manager of Horticulture, for a tour of the Old Kitchen Garden. Jimmy will discuss the garden theme and design of the Old Kitchen Garden, edibles as ornamentals, and plants with a purpose. 

About the Speaker: 

Jimmy has been with Brookgreen Gardens since 2019 and has worked in the green industry in the region since arriving in South Carolina in 2016.  He has a bachelor's degree in Horticultural Technology Management and enjoys practicing ornamental horticulture in gardens along with being a part of the talented and dedicated Brookgreen Horticulture team. 

Join Kerry Rapp, Director of Greenhouse and Plant Collections on a special behind the scenes tour of Brookgreen Gardens’ Greenhouse complex. Kerry will discuss warm season annuals in the greenhouse setting, including the maintenance and IPM (Integrated Pest Management) that goes into their care. Get an early look at the orchids and tropical as preparations are underway for the upcoming Conservatory. Take a sneak peek at the outdoor nursery plants, including Spring Plant Sale plants, and learn about the difference between bareroot and plugs, as well as seasonal challenges that come with growing these amazing plants. 

About the Speaker: 

Kerry Rapp is currently the Director of Greenhouse and Plant Collections at Brookgreen Gardens. She resides in Myrtle Beach with her husband and two children. She is a graduate of West Virginia University with a Master of Science in Horticulture. 

Brought back by popular demand! Join us to learn more about the snakes of the Lowcountry and their importance to the local ecosystem.

Free with garden admission but reservations are required. Call (843) 979-6083 to reserve your seat!

This event is now full.

Join 3 of our Brookgreen volunteers and make a beautiful table decoration for Thanksgiving. Your family and friends will wonder when you found the time to be creative!

Please bring some small pruning shears for cutting flowers. Other materials will be supplied.

Non-member fee includes garden admission.

The event is full.

Come and enjoy a garden stroll with Viki Richardson, Brookgreen Gardens Coordinator for Outreach and Programs, and learn the stories behind the mythological sculptures in the gardens.

Reservations must be made as size is limited. Contact Viki at (843) 979-6083 to hold your spot.

Meet at Keepsakes and free with garden admisssion.

The Gullah/ Geechee people of Coastal Georgia and South Carolina have always demonstrated tremendous strength and tenacity, even in the face of insurmountable and unimaginable circumstances. Much of this can be attributed to their enduring spirits and strong connection to their African roots. Griot and Master Storyteller Lillian Grant-Baptiste will use the art of storytelling to bring the Gullah/Geechee story and history to life. She will skillfully demonstrate how storytelling was used during the most difficult and fiery times of our history, and beyond, as both tools of resistance and resilience. Lillian promises to stir, awaken, enlighten, inform, and entertain all in attendance. The young and old alike will be caught up and mesmerized by the magic of Gullah/Geechee storytelling.

About the Speaker 

Lillian Grant-Baptiste is an informed cultural artist, motivational speaker, and an uplifting storyteller.  She has nearly 30 years of experience as a motivational speaker and a professional storyteller.  Ms. Grant-Baptiste has been showcased at storytelling and performance venues throughout the United States. She is a moving performer that will stir your soul and leave you on the edge of your seat yearning for more. She skillfully gathers and retells stories from diverse cultures but has a particular fondness and love for folktales from the African Diaspora. Lillian believes that storytelling is a powerful tool that can be utilized to uplift, empower, and ultimately transform individuals, families, and communities.

Join Janice Oldfield, Master herbalist, and Viki Richardson, horticulturist, both in costume (!) as they delve into the ancient folklore of herbs. You will enjoy the stories behind many of the well known herbs growing in your garden and in your kitchen cupboard! This is a class worthy of Harry Potter’s Hogwarts!

Free with admission, but reservations are required. Call (843) 979-6083 to reserve your spot. 

When settlers first arrived from Barbados in what is now South Carolina, they were in search of a way to create the large wealth-generating plantations that they had known in their Caribbean home. After several false starts with other crops, rice emerged as the dominant cash-crop in the area. To grow rice, however, involved the large-scale modification of the landscape from its previous state into a complex, human-controlled system of geography and hydrography. We will explore this transformation in detail as we study the various landscapes that make up Brookgreen Gardens. Free with garden admission.

Limit 24, for a reservation. CLASS IS FULL