Feb. 6, 2010
Backyard Bird Festival. Bundle up, grab your binoculars, and flock to the Missouri Botanical Garden for a bird-watching bonanza! Bird watchers of all ages can enjoy a day filled with guided birding walks, live exhibits, identification tips and informative classes for children and adults of all experience levels. 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ridgway Visitor Center. Fees vary based on individual sessions. Register online or call (314) 577-5140. (See News Release)

Feb. 13, 2010
Sold out! Valentine's Dinner Dance. Enjoy a romantic dinner in Monsanto Hall, visit the Linnaean House to enjoy the camellias in bloom, stroll with your sweetheart through this year’s Orchid Show, and dance the night away at our most romantic event. 6:30 to 10 p.m. $70 per person. Advanced reservations required; (314) 577-9570. For more information, call (314) 577-5154.

Feb. 14, 2010
Celebrate the Gospel concert. Celebrate Black History month with a heart-felt expression of African-American culture: gospel singing. As a special Valentine’s Day program, vocalist Mardra Thomas, pianist Reginald Thomas and their ensemble return to the Missouri Botanical Garden with a “Bouquet of Love.” Seating is first come, first served. 3 p.m. Shoenberg Theater. (See News Release)

Feb. 20, 2010
Young Friends present Trivia Night – Garden Style. Join the Young Friends of the Missouri Botanical Garden for an evening of food, fun and general trivia. Light buffet dinner provided; cash bar. Please, no outside food or drink. Doors open at 6 p.m.; trivia begins at 7 p.m. Monsanto Hall, upper level of the Ridgway Visitor Center. $300 for a table of 10. Seating is limited and advance registration required; (314) 577-9532. Learn more or register online today.

Feb. 27 & 28, 2010
Sugared, Spiced and Everything Iced. Displays and demonstrations of sugar art on cakes and cookies exquisitely hand-decorated by local experts. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. (See News Release)

Mar. 20, 2010
Horticultural Therapy Awareness Day. A pretty backyard may be one of the most obvious positive results of gardening, but it is not the only gain. Experience the numerous physical and mental benefits that plants and gardening provide! 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monsanto Hall, upper level of the Ridgway Visitor Center. (See News Release)

Mar. 21, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® spring concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Mar. 28, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® spring concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Apr. 1 through 4, 2010
The Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden: A Missouri Adventure reopens for the season. Help wake the Children’s Garden for spring with activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Children’s Garden is open Apr. 1 through Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. $5 per child; adults included with general Garden admission.

Apr. 2, 2010
Arbor Day tree giveaway. The Kemper Center for Home Gardening will give away 500 Norway spruce (Picea abies), pecan (Carya illinoensis), northern red oak (Quercus rubra), flowering dogwood (Cornus florida) and redbud (Cercis Canadensis) tree saplings on a first-come, first served basis, one per visitor. Master gardeners will answer questions and give advice on planting trees in the spring. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or while supplies last. Kemper Center, upper level.

Apr. 4, 2010
Easter brunch at Sassafras, the Garden’s café. Seatings at 10:30 a.m., noon and 1:30 p.m. $24.95 per adult, $11.95 per child ages five to 12; children under age five are free. Includes same-day admission to the Garden. Advance reservations required; call (314) 577-0200. Food is also available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Terrace Café in the Kemper Center for Home Gardening. View menu.

Apr. 11, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® spring concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Apr. 18, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® spring concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Apr. 24, 2010
Earth Day. Learn how you can participate in a healthy future for planet Earth from the environmental organizations of Earth Share of Missouri. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Behind-the-scenes greenhouse tours at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Live music on Spoehrer Plaza from 1 to 3 p.m.

Apr. 25, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® spring concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Apr. 25, 2010
Baroque Spring! A lively concert of baroque music features the Trio Primavera ensemble playing works by Bach, Marini and Jacquet de la Guerre in the newly-renovated Spink Pavilion, overlooking the Milles Sculpture Garden as tulips are at their peak. Seating is limited. 3 p.m. Spink Pavilion. Tickets are $15; purchase online at www.mobot.org or in person at the Garden beginning Mar. 1.

May 1 through Oct. 3, 2010
DinoQuest: A Tropical Trek Through Time dinosaur exhibition. Encounter dozens of prehistoric creatures in an unparalleled environment – a thriving tropical rain forest! Explore the world of dinosaurs and prehistoric plants; discover how scientists shed light on the past, present and future; and celebrate our planet’s rich biodiversity of today. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Climatron® dome, Shoenberg Temperate House and Brookings Interpretive Center. Garden admission plus $5 adults, $3 children (3-12), $3 Garden members, $2 members’ children. Learn more at www.mobot.org/dinoquest. (See News Release)

May 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2010
Jurassic Dark. Bring your family to experience the wonder of the Missouri Botanical Garden and the DinoQuest dinosaur exhibition—after hours! Take an evening trek through the Climatron® tropical rain forest, where dramatic lighting and fog elements enhance the dinosaurs’ habitat. Discover how dinosaurs—and people!—depend on plants through hands-on activities inside the Brookings Interpretive Center. Explore the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden, open from 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy face painters, balloon artists and dino-mite dining in the Sassafras cafe, serving a full menu until 8 p.m. Every Thursday, May through September. 6 to 10 p.m.; last entry at 9:30 p.m. $9 adults, $7 children (ages three to 12), $5 Garden members, $3 members’ children.

May 9, 2010
Mother’s Day brunch at Sassafras, the Garden’s café. Seatings at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. $24.95 per adult, $11.95 per child ages five to 12; children under age five are free. Includes same-day admission to the Garden. Advance reservations required; call (314) 577-0200. Food is also available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Terrace Café in the Kemper Center for Home Gardening. View menu.

May 14, 2010
Bike to Work Day. The Missouri Botanical Garden will serve as a refueling station for Trailnet’s 10th annual Bike to Work Day. Bicycle commuters are invited to stop for light a breakfast outside of the Ridgway Visitor Center entrance. 6:30 to 9 a.m. www.trailnet.org.

May 15 & 16, 2010
Chinese Culture Days celebration features a Grand Parade with 70-foot dancing dragon, Shanghai Acrobats, martial arts, Chinese calligraphy, painting and authentic regional cuisine. Enjoy t’ai ji lessons and tea tastings in the Grigg Nanjing Friendship Garden, where special tours focus on the symbolism of many plant species and architectural details. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Doors open at 9 a.m. $12 adults (13-64), $10 seniors (65+), $5 children (3-12), $5 members. Buy tickets online at www.mobot.org in mid-April. No trams. (See News Release)

May 21, 2010
Climatron and Cocktails. Join the Young Friends of the Missouri Botanical Garden for this tropical happy hour. 6 to 10 p.m. $30 per person, $15 for Young Friends’ Garden members. Advance registration required; (314) 577-9570. For more information, call (314) 577-9532.

June 2, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features Denise Thimes, St. Louis’ celebrated jazz diva. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

June 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2010
Jurassic Dark. Bring your family to experience the wonder of the Missouri Botanical Garden and the DinoQuest dinosaur exhibition—after hours! Take an evening trek through the Climatron® tropical rain forest, where dramatic lighting and fog elements enhance the dinosaurs’ habitat. Discover how dinosaurs—and people!—depend on plants through hands-on activities inside the Brookings Interpretive Center. Explore the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden, open from 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy face painters, balloon artists and dino-mite dining in the Sassafras cafe, serving a full menu until 8 p.m. Every Thursday, May through September. 6 to 10 p.m.; last entry at 9:30 p.m. $9 adults, $7 children (ages three to 12), $5 Garden members, $3 members’ children.

June 9, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features Trio Trés Bien, venerable St. Louis jazz masters. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

June 16, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features Peter Martin, world-class jazz pianist. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

June 18, 2010
Midsummer Night’s Dance. Celebrate good times with an evening of great food and lively music. 7 to 10 p.m. Spink Pavilion. Details TBA. Advance reservations required; (314) 577-9570 or www.mobot.org/membership. For more information, call (314) 577-5154.

June 23, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features Javier Mendoza, bilingual pop-rock. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

June 26 through 27, 2010
DinoQuest Family Sleepover. Join fellow families across the nation to participate in the National Wildlife Federation’s “Great American Backyard Campout,” celebrating the great outdoors and encouraging families to reconnect with nature and each other. Get exclusive, nighttime access to Garden venues, take a flashlight night hike, sing songs, make a craft, listen to stories and enjoy the Garden in moonlight. Includes dinner, a late-night snack and light breakfast. No tents, please. For families with children ages six to 12; one adult required for every two children. Saturday, June 26 at 6 p.m. through Sunday, June 27 at 9 a.m. $45 per person; $35 Garden members. Advance reservations required; www.mobot.org/classes or (314) 577-5140.

June 30, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features Dawn and the Electro Funk Assembly, eclectic jazz and funk. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2010
Jurassic Dark. Bring your family to experience the wonder of the Missouri Botanical Garden and the DinoQuest dinosaur exhibition—after hours! Take an evening trek through the Climatron® tropical rain forest, where dramatic lighting and fog elements enhance the dinosaurs’ habitat. Discover how dinosaurs—and people!—depend on plants through hands-on activities inside the Brookings Interpretive Center. Explore the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden, open from 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy face painters, balloon artists and dino-mite dining in the Sassafras cafe, serving a full menu until 8 p.m. Every Thursday, May through September. 6 to 10 p.m.; last entry at 9:30 p.m. $9 adults, $7 children (ages three to 12), $5 Garden members, $3 members’ children.

July 7, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features Dogtown Allstars, progressive rhythm and blues. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

July 14, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features FolknBluesGrass, a unique style of American roots music with a modern feel. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

July 17, 2010
Healthy You, Healthy Planet Festival, presented by the Missouri Botanical Garden and the Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University. Learn how to live a healthy, green lifestyle! Activities TBA.

July 21, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features Beyond Abbey Road, a Beatles tribute with Peter Mayer. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

July 24, 2010
Missouri Botanical Garden founder Henry Shaw’s 210th birthday celebration. Admission is free for all visitors from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Old-fashioned entertainment includes music, a silhouette artist, stilt-walker, magician, actors in Victorian fashions, children’s games, and fun in the Children’s Garden. Activities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Spoehrer Plaza, outside the Ridgway Visitor Center.

July 28, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features the Kevin Lucas Orchestra, contemporary world music. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

Aug. 4, 2010
Whitaker Music Festival. Free evening outdoor concert features Gene Dobbs Bradford and the Blues Inquisition, a powerhouse blues band. Lawn seating; bring chairs or a blanket. Picnicking is permitted after 5 p.m.; pack a picnic or purchase sandwiches and beverages on site. No pets, barbecue grills or smoking. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission after 5 p.m.; last entry at 9 p.m. The Children’s Garden remains open with free admission from 5 to 7 p.m. Cohen Amphitheater lawn. Sponsored by the Whitaker Foundation.

Aug. 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2010
Jurassic Dark. Bring your family to experience the wonder of the Missouri Botanical Garden and the DinoQuest dinosaur exhibition—after hours! Take an evening trek through the Climatron® tropical rain forest, where dramatic lighting and fog elements enhance the dinosaurs’ habitat. Discover how dinosaurs—and people!—depend on plants through hands-on activities inside the Brookings Interpretive Center. Explore the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden, open from 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy face painters, balloon artists and dino-mite dining in the Sassafras cafe, serving a full menu until 8 p.m. Every Thursday, May through September. 6 to 10 p.m.; last entry at 9:30 p.m. $9 adults, $7 children (ages three to 12), $5 Garden members, $3 members’ children.

Aug. 27, 2010
Be a Kid Again. Join the Young Friends of the Missouri Botanical Garden for a party in the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden complete with appetizers and a cash bar. This is an adults-only party, ages 21 and up. $30 per person; $15 for Young Friends’ Garden members. Advance reservations required; (314) 577-9570 or www.mobot.org/membership. For more information, call (314) 577-9532.

Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2010
Jurassic Dark. Bring your family to experience the wonder of the Missouri Botanical Garden and the DinoQuest dinosaur exhibition—after hours! Take an evening trek through the Climatron® tropical rain forest, where dramatic lighting and fog elements enhance the dinosaurs’ habitat. Discover how dinosaurs—and people!—depend on plants through hands-on activities inside the Brookings Interpretive Center. Explore the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden, open from 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy face painters, balloon artists and dino-mite dining in the Sassafras cafe, serving a full menu until 8 p.m. Every Thursday, May through September. 6 to 10 p.m.; last entry at 9:30 p.m. $9 adults, $7 children (ages three to 12), $5 Garden members, $3 members’ children.

Sept. 4, 5 & 6, 2010
Annual Japanese Festival presents taiko drumming, traditional tea ceremonies, martial arts, candlelight walks in the Japanese Garden and more. Sept. 4 and 5, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sept. 6 (Labor Day), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Doors open at 9 a.m. $15 adults (13-64), $10 seniors (65+), $5 children (3-12), $5 members. No trams. Tickets go on sale online in mid-August. Learn more.

Oct. 2 & 3, 2010
Nineteenth annual Best of Missouri Market. Over 130 Missouri food producers and crafters offer fresh produce, baked goods, fresh and dried flowers, herbs, handcrafted items, baskets, wooden toys, custom jewelry and more. Live music and a Kids Corner with cow milking, pumpkin decorating and barnyard animals. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Outdoors under tents, rain or shine. $12 adults (13-64), $10 seniors (65+), $5 children (3-12), $5 members. Buy tickets in advance online at www.mobot.org starting in Spetember. No trams.

Oct. 15, 2010
Fest of Ale. Enjoy appetizers, beer, and live music under the stars with the Young Friends of the Garden. 6 to 10 p.m. Monsanto Hall, upper level of the Ridgway Visitor Center and outdoors on Spoehrer Plaza. $30 per person; $15 for Young Friends’ Garden members. Advance reservations required; (314) 577-9570 or www.mobot.org/membership. For more information, call (314) 577-9532.

Oct. 16, 2010
Carver Day. Celebrate the life and accomplishments of Dr. George Washington Carver, legendary Missouri scientist, educator and humanitarian. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities take place inside the Ridgway Visitor Center and outside at the George Washington Carver Garden.

Oct. 24 through 31, 2010
The Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden: A Missouri Adventure closes for the season. Help put the Children’s Garden to bed for winter with activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Children’s Garden is open Apr. 1 through Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. $5 per child; adults included with general Garden admission.

Oct. 31, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® fall concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Nov. 7, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® fall concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Nov. 14, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® fall concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Nov. 20 through Jan. 2, 2010
Holiday Wreath Auction features unique creations by some of the area’s finest floral designers. All wreaths are sold by silent auction bidding, with proceeds benefiting the Missouri Botanical Garden. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monsanto Hall, upper level of the Ridgway Visitor Center.

Nov. 23 through Jan. 2, 2010
Victorian Christmas at Tower Grove House. See the Victorian country home of Garden founder Henry Shaw decked for the holidays with wreaths, garland, floral centerpieces, greenery and a holiday tree. Enjoy storytelling on Saturdays at 11 a.m. and don’t miss the special Seek-and-Find activity for children! Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Closed Mondays.

Nov. 21, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® fall concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Nov. 24 through Jan. 2, 2010
“Gardenland Express” annual holiday flower and train show. G-scale model trains travel through a miniature landscape of living plants, surrounded by colorful poinsettias and flowers. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily; closes early at 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve; closed Christmas Day. Orthwein Floral Display Hall, lower level of the Ridgway Visitor Center. Garden admission plus $5; free for members.

Nov. 28, 2010
“Chanukah: Festival of Lights.” A traditional Jewish holiday celebration that includes festive Israeli music and dance, a menorah-lighting ceremony, and Chanukah merchandise provided by local vendors and the Garden Gate Shop. Noon to 4 p.m. Ridgway Visitor Center.

Dec. 5, 2010
Classic99’s “From the Garden – LIVE!”® fall concert series. Broadcast live on 99.1 FM. Noon. Shoenberg Theater. Sponsored by KFUO-FM and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Call (314) 725-0099 for free ticket information. www.classic99.com/pgarden.htm

Dec. 11 & 12, 2010
“Christmas Carols in the Garden.” Enjoy festive holiday carols, Santa in his sleigh, chestnuts roasting on an open fire and a gingerbread house display. 1 to 5 p.m. Ridgway Visitor Center, Kemper Center for Home Gardening and Spink Pavilion.

Dec. 29, 2010
“Kwanzaa: Festival of the First Fruits.” Kwanzaa is a Swahili term that means “first fruits,” and this contemporary African-American holiday centers around the feast table of the harvest. A Kwanzaa ceremony highlights a day of storytelling, craft and jewelry displays, and authentic African drumming and musical performances. Noon to 4 p.m. Ridgway Visitor Center.

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