Memory Garden Spring Series 

Sewell Boardroom
9–11:30am
Series 2: April 14, 21, 28 and May 5 
Series 3: May 19, 26 and June 2 and 9 

Series of four classes for those in the early to middle stages of Dementia or Alzheimer’s. Pre-registration is required. $20 cost includes garden admission for participant and care partner, as well as parking for all four days – a value of over $200. Register for one series – or join all three! 

Sponsored by The AWARE Foundation & The Darrell K Royal Research Foundation 

Family Fun Weekends  
May 27–29 Memorial Day Weekend 

Come out to the garden and enjoy activities for the whole family! Your kids will love to pop bubbles, pet farm animals and listen to stories. Enjoy fan favorites Country Critters petting zoo from 10am–2pm and story time, featuring tales of great contributors we have displayed in the garden, at 10am and 10:30am.  

In addition, we will have a live pianist at Jeanne’s pavilion from 12–2pm and a live band on the Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn from 2–4pm. 

Member Mornings  

Daily March 12–November 4  
Take advantage of your membership with an early morning walk. Refresh and enjoy early access to the garden as we prepare for the day. No photography allowed. 

Historical Tours  

Monday–Saturday  10am–4pm  
Sunday | 12–4pm  
DeGolyer House 

Visit the DeGolyer House for a tour of the beautiful, historic home while listening to knowledgeable docents speak about the history of the home and family. 

Dallas College Cooks

Every Monday at A Tasteful Place  
11am 

Dallas College alum Chef Chastity Alexander takes a break from her daily duties at Hardwood’s Dolce Riviera, to create healthy and delicious seasonal dishes your family will love again and again! 

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Tasteful Tuesdays Floral Demos  

Every Tuesday at A Tasteful Place   
11am 

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Daily Tastings Demo with Chef Isabel

Every Tuesday at A Tasteful Place  
1pm 

Resident Chef Isabel Snetsinger shows you how she creates the samples you enjoy each week at the Ruthie Pack Tasting Plaza.

Chef-Tastic Cooking Demos

Wednesdays at A Tasteful Place 
11am 

Visit each week for an essential skill to increase your kitchen prowess – you’ll have tips and tricks to share with friends and family, new go to recipes and more! 

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Learn to Grow Fridays  

Every Friday at A Tasteful Place 
11am 

Presented by the Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, the Dallas Arboretum Horticultural Staff and local experts. Enjoy special tips and presentations on spring plants and gardening topics. *See website for program updates and additional information. 

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Eataly presents Northern Italian Hands-on Pasta Making   

May 21st | 12–2pm 
Adult member $109 
Adult guest $119 

Join EATALY Scuola Chef for this Northern Italian Pasta Making Class. This hands-on class is perfect for the those looking to create some of the finest Italian cuisine with the guidance of EATALY Scuola Chef. Enjoy two glasses of wine as the Chef guides you through the recipes and offers tips for the best results. 

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Kids Cooking: Sheet Pan Meals with Chef Sharon

May 27 | 10:30am–12:30pm 
Adult member + child $45 
Adult guest + child $55 
Additional child Price $15 

Food and Wine Chair Sharon Van Meter will lead adult and child pairs through four hands-on sheet pan meals: a breakfast bake, chicken pot pie, roasted vegetable chili with cornbread biscuits, and an apple crumble bake that the whole family will love. You’ll walk away with the confidence to create made-from-scratch meals on weeknights with the whole family! 

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Jeanne’s Pavilion

Weekends | 12–2pm

Sit down and delight in a picnic while you enjoy musical entertainment every Saturday and Sunday! We will have local solo acts including pianist and guitarists playing today’s hits and old favorites.  

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Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn 

Weekends | 2–4pm 

Join us each weekend of Blooms for our favorite local acts. Load up the family, grab a picnic lunch and relax with great lake views every Saturday and Sunday. 

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Cool Thursdays Concerts Series

Make your 2023 one to remember at the coolest spot in Dallas as we celebrate our 26th season with returning favorites and NEW acts! Don’t miss the most spectacular view of the sunset over White Rock Lake while enjoying bands from all over the country. 

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The Dallas Arboretum is the ideal setting for curated markets featuring local purveyors of food, beverage and handicrafts. Mark your calendars for all this spring’s uniquely sourced vendor markets! A portion of the proceeds of each market supports the Arboretum. 

Earth Day Market

April 22–23 
Main Entry Plaza 
10am–3pm 

This Earth Day, visit the garden for locally-made, Earth friendly or sustainable goods. 

Mother’s Day Market 

May 13–14
Main Entry Plaza
10am–3pm 

Treat mom to a day in the garden while you visit local artisans and pick up homemade treats. Family Keepsake Photos will be from 11am-3pm. Get your photo taken and support the Dallas Arboretum Volunteer Advisory Board.