Woodlands Garden

Family Nature Walk
2025-02-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | GA
Join us for a family nature walk! All ages are welcome. We will explore the garden with a scavenger hunt, guide books, and more! This walk is free and registration is not required.

Volunteer Appreciation: Watercolor Workshop
2025-02-09 12:30 - 14:30 | Woodlands Garden, 932 Scott Blvd., Decatur, GA, 30030, United States
Active Volunteers can pre-register for a complimentary Watercolor Workshop!

Watercolor Painting Workshop
2025-02-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Woodlands Garden, 932 Scott Blvd., Decatur, GA, 30030, United States
Join us for watercolor painting classes with Jessica Lily in-person, held locally in Decatur, GA. We are working on local wildlife and botanicals, native to our Metro-Atlanta Woodlands ecosystem. Come play with the magic of watercolors with us, and join our community as we release expectations, and let the water do the work! We will be painting with local artist, Jessica Lily. The instructor will guide the group through a step-by-step method.
Enjoy our comfortable, indoor setting at a gorgeous venue – bring a mug for some warm tea. We will also just hang out, talk shop and learn from each other as we move through our paintings together.
No experience necessary! This class is built to give beginners an easy process for a lovely, meditative painting. This class is also great for more intermediate and advanced painters, as we will all learn from each other and incorporate our own unique creativity into our paintings.

Feb 4: Cardinal
Mar 3: Dogwood
Mar 30: Blue Jay
Apr 21: Azalea
May 26: Oakleaf Hydrangea
Jun 30: Honey Bee
Oct 20: Hairy Sunflower
Nov 17: Golden Beech
Dec 15: Winter Treetops
Jan 12: Camellia
Feb 9: Snowflake Flowers
March 9: Carolina Jessamine

Details and required registration here:
https://www.jessica-lily.com/artist/classes-events/

Play Time in the Pavilion
2025-02-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Pavilion, 932 Scott Blvd, Decatur, GA, 30030-1302, United States
Celebrate February break by spending time in nature! Join us in the pavilion for nature crafts and play. This program is free for children of all ages and their families!
Pavilion

Children's Book Club
2025-02-22 10:45 - 12:00 | Pavilion, 932 Scott Blvd, Decatur, GA, 30030-1302, United States
Join Woodlands Garden and Nature Play Studio for Selah’s Book Club! This month we will read The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires, followed by fun activities. Recommended for elementary aged children and their families. Light refreshments will be provided.

Crochet Class
2025-02-22 13:00 - 15:00 | GA
Join us for Crochet at Woodlands Garden with McKenzie of Nature Play Studio.
All skill levels from beginner to advanced are welcomed. We recommend a minimum age of 10 years old but you know your child best.
Our focus will be: chains, foundation, single, and double. We will try triple chaining if there’s time. We will learn crochet terms and abbreviations to help you read a pattern.

Crochet Class: March Series
2025-03-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-23 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Woodlands Garden, 932 Scott Blvd., Decatur, GA, 30030, United States
Join us for Crochet at Woodlands Garden with McKenzie.
All skill levels from beginner to advanced are welcomed. We recommend a minimum age of 10 years old but you know your child best. Register here!
Our focus will be: chains, foundation, single, and double. We will try triple chaining if there’s time. We will learn crochet terms and abbreviations to help you read a pattern.
Join us for all four classes or sign up for the dates that work best for you.
Dates: Sundays on March 9, 16, 23, and 30
Class size: 10 participants
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Registration Options:

$50 for all 4 classes + supplies
$20/Person for One Class + Supplies
$10/Additional Supply Kit Per Person (a supply kit for youth ages 10+ accompanying an adult in the class)
$10/Class Only: Option if you already have the suggested supplies.

Volunteer Project
2025-03-12 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-26 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Woodlands Garden, 932 Scott Blvd., Decatur, GA, 30030, United States
Come Volunteer!

More details on how to get involved here: https://www.woodlandsgarden.org/come-volunteer/

First Day of Spring Garden Walk
2025-03-20 12:00 - 13:00 | GA
Join us for a lunchtime garden walk to celebrate the First Day of Spring! We will stroll through the garden, enjoying the new blooms. This walk is free and does not require registration. We hope to see you there!

Private Rental: Pavilion
2025-03-22 08:00 - 12:00 | GA

Yoga in the Garden: Mindful Movement Series
2025-03-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-30 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-06 11:00 - 12:00 | The Lawn, 932 Scott Blvd, Decatur, GA, 30030-1302, United States
This free outdoor class will familiarize you with yoga, your Decatur neighbors, and the beautiful Woodlands Garden! Instructor Jasmine offers a gentle flow series focused on mindfulness and accessibility for all. This class is free and does not require registration!
Yoga in the Garden is part of the Mindful Movement Series! Starting March 23, every weekend a Yoga, Dao Yin or Qigong class will be taught in the garden. We hope to see you there!

Children's Book Club
2025-03-29 10:45 - 12:00 | Pavilion, 932 Scott Blvd, Decatur, GA, 30030-1302, United States
Join Woodlands Garden and Nature Play Studio every month for Selah’s Book Club! This month we will read And the Good Brown Earth by Kathy Henderson, followed by fun activities. Recommended for elementary aged children and their families. Bring a blanket to sit upon. You and your children will enjoy story time featuring a special book. Enjoy a hands on activity and light refreshments. Explore the trails and meandering paths throughout the Garden!

Private Event Rental: Pavilion
2025-03-29 14:00 - 15:30 | Pavilion, 932 Scott Blvd, Decatur, GA, 30030-1302, United States
A Private Event will take place in the Pavilion and visitors are still welcome to explore the Garden at this time.

Wildflower Walk
2025-04-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-04-05 13:00 - 14:30 | GA
Join us for a guided stroll through Woodlands Garden, a 8 acre woodland sanctuary in Decatur, where native wildflowers and deciduous azaleas put on a spectacular show in the spring. Along the trails, you’ll learn about the diverse plant life that makes our urban ecosystem thrive. This event is co-hosted by Woodlands Garden, the Intown Chapter of the Georgia Native Plant Society, and Trees Atlanta. These groups are partners in Trees Atlanta’s work of improving and protecting Atlanta’s Urban forest. Register using this link.
About the guides:
Karen Lindauer, retired from CDC, has been an active volunteer at Woodlands Gardens and Mason Mill Park for a number of years. A long-time member of the GNPS, she has a special interest in herbaceous native plants and invasive plant removal. Her volunteer efforts are based on information gained through facilitating GNPS native plant rescues and volunteering with George Sanko at the GSU Perimeter College Botanical Garden. Nothing is more rewarding than “liberating” a tree from English Ivy. She especially enjoys sharing the incredible diversity at Woodlands Gardens–a botanical gem right in Decatur.
Sharon Worsham is a retired science and environmental education teacher. She enjoys being co-chair of the Intown GNPS Certification Committee and seeing so many wonderful native plant habitats of those certified. Her love of wildflowers began hiking in the North Georgia Mountains with the Georgia Botanical Society and rescuing native plants for her own yard. She has a deep appreciation of Woodlands Garden as a former Board member and long-time volunteer, where she helped write their trail guide and kiosk signage. Sharon enjoys sharing her enthusiasm for wildflowers and teaching workshops on foraging for wild foods.

POSTPONED: Nature Trivia with L'Arche - Spring Fling!
2025-04-06 14:00 - 15:30 | GA
POSTPONED: Due to tornado warnings in the Decatur area, we are postponing Nature Trivia with L’Arche. This event is no longer happening on April 6th. Stay tuned for updates on a new date and time for the event. Stay safe!
Celebrate spring with L’Arche Atlanta and our friends at Woodlands Garden! Join us on Sunday, April 6 at 2pm for a TEAM TRIVIA game all about nature! This program will be outdoors and ADA accessible.
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When: 2-3:30pm on Sunday, April 6
Where: Woodlands Garden (932 Scott Blvd. Decatur, GA 30030)

If the weather is nice we will meet next to the lawn!
If there is rain we will meet in the Visitors Center!

What to expect: This is an outdoor event, so please dress accordingly! We will have light snacks and prizes for the winning team. This event is FREE and open to people of all ages and abilities.
All friends are welcome, but don’t worry if you don’t already have a trivia team- we’ll have open teams to join! Restrooms will be available.
Interested in volunteering for this event? Sign up here!

Family Nature Hike
2025-04-08 10:30 - 12:30 | GA
Join us for a free, fun Family Nature Hike led by Nature Play Studio at Woodlands Garden on Tuesday, April 8 from 10:30am – 12:30pm, weather-permitting. The hike supports joyful play, hands on learning, and curiosity. No registration is required. Dress for the weather and walking, and bring along some water and your lunch or a snack.

Garden Playtime
2025-04-10 10:00 - 12:00 | GA
As part of our Spring Fling event series, we invite your family to join us for Garden Playtime on April 9 from 10:00-12:00 pm. Join us for bubbles, crafts and garden fun! This event is free and open to the public.

Spring Native Edibles Walk and Talk
2025-04-11 12:00 - 13:00 | GA
Come celebrate Spring with a guided lunch-hour walk in the garden where we will discuss native edibles on Friday, April 11 from 12:00-1:00 pm. This walk and talk is free and open to the public! No registration required.

Qigong/Dao Yin Class: Mindful Movement Series
2025-04-12 09:00 - 10:00 | GA
Join us in the gentle movements of Dao Yin and Qigong amidst the serene beauty of Woodlands Garden. These ancient practices are designed to reduce stress and connect with nature, offering a peaceful way to nurture both mind and body. This class is part of the Mindful Movement Spring Wellness Series at Woodland Gardens.
Over the course of 8 weeks, we will gather in the screened-in Pavilion at Woodlands Garden, where we’ll practice Qigong and Dao Yin. These practices emphasize intentional breathing, balance, and gentle movements—both standing and on the ground—to help cultivate flexibility and harmony. As foundational practices for Tai Chi, they offer an excellent introduction to this transformative discipline. Weather permitting, we’ll also enjoy walking the grounds using forest bathing techniques, guided by Neil’s deep knowledge of trees.
The fee for the session is $30 for Coop members and Woodlands’ Volunteers and Donors, otherwise a $60 donation from the curious public is requested. Proceeds will be evenly donated to Woodlands Garden and the Tai Chi 4 LIFE Coop. Woodlands Garden is dedicated to preserving a woodland sanctuary that educates and inspires the community to connect with the natural world. The Tai Chi 4 LIFE Coop is a self-care cooperative that brings together teachers and students to offer practical methods for reducing stress through Tai Chi, Qigong, and other healing arts, enhancing overall health and well-being. Register using this link.
Neil, a skilled instructor in Tai Chi, Wild Goose Qigong, Tree Gong, Four Season Qigong, Five Element Medical Qigong, and Dao Yin, has taught Qigong at the Decatur Recreation Center and is a founding member of the Tai Chi 4 LIFE Coop. In addition to his teaching, Neil works as a consulting arborist, combining his love for nature with his expertise in mind-body wellness.
