Botanical Gardens to host final 'Flicks Among the Flowers,' other July events

Birmingham Botanical Gardens will wrap up its final Flicks Among the Flowers for the summer with a showing of “Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens” on Wednesday, July 20.

The screening will be held in the Formal Garden and guests are invited to dress as their favorite Star Wars characters to take part in a costume contest. Prizes will be awarded. Admission is free, but The Gardens encourages a $5 donation. The Gardens Cafe by Kathy G. will offer snacks and beverages for purchase. No pets are allowed.

July will continue with several other classes and events at The Gardens, including, as described online:

Yoga with Lindsay – Join instructor Lindsey Barclift at the Gardens on Thursday in a new adult yoga class. Thursdays. 8:30-9:30 a.m. and 11:30-12:30 p.m. $5 Members, $7 Non-Members. 

CNPS: Mushrooms, Mycorrhizae, Magic and Madness: An Introduction to Mycology (elective) - This class will focus on the macrofungi, which include any type of fungal reproductive structure that is evident to the naked eye. For more information and to register online, visit www.bbgardens.org/classes. July 9. 12:30-4:30 p.m. $40 Members. $45 Non-Members.

Family Yoga in The Gardens - Enjoy this opportunity for healthy fun with the family in the gardens of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. This class will incorporate individual and partner yoga poses for strength and balance, plus breathing exercises to help foster calm and focus. The family craft for July will be an energy catcher. For more information and to register online, visit www.bbgardens.org/classes. July 9. 9-10 p.m. $15 drop-in (Adult + 1 child). $5 for each additional family member. 

Memorable Images - This class is designed to introduce the student to basic concepts in photography and digital camera operations including: image capture, image transfer, image processing and image sharing. For more information and to register online, visit www.bbgardens.org/classes. July 9 & 16. 9-noon.. $100 Members. $120 Non-Members. 

Lunch & Learn: Oh Deer... - Learn strategies on how to prevent certain wildlife from ruining your yard or garden. For more information and to register online, visit www.bbgardens.org/classes. July 13. 11:30-12:30 p.m. Free. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch, desserts are provided. 

Birmingham Botanical Gardens Photo Talk – This group is not a class; it is a casual but informative venue for amateur to expert level photographers to come together to share their ideas, tips, advice, tricks and knowledge with each other. For more information and to register online, visit www.bbgardens.org/classes. July 17. 2-4 p.m. Free, $5 suggested donation. 

Botanical Beauty Secrets – Join Plant Adventures Program Specialist, Brooke McMinn, and Library Director, Hope Long, to learn which botanical ingredients are most effective for common summer concerns and create an array of products to take home. For more information and to register online, visit www.bbgardens.org/classes. July 23 & August 27. 10-noon. Single class: $30 Members, $35 Non-Members. Both classes: $50 Members, $60 Non-Members. 

Lunch & Learn: Better Veggies - From soil to harvest, learn how to grow wholesome food. For more information and to register online, visit www.bbgardens.org/classes. July 27. 11:30-12:30 p.m. Free. Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch, desserts are provided. 

Flora Photography - Spring has sprung and this class is designed to teach the student how to capture images of the plants - shrubs, flowers, and trees - specific to the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. For more information and to register online, visit www.bbgardens.org/classes. July 30. 9-1 p.m. $60 Members. $75 Non-Members. 

The Art of Soy Candle Making - The Art of Soy Candle Making class will take you step by step in how to handcraft highly fragrant soy candles at home. For more information and to register online, visit www.bbgardens.org/classes. July 31. 2-5 p.m.. $20 Members. $25 Non-Members.

Thyme to Read Book Club – The book club will discuss the book "The Beekeeper's Ball" by Susan Wiggs on July 12. 6 p.m. 

Art Gallery – The work of the Crest Drive Glass Collective will be displayed throughout July and August. An artist reception will be held on July 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. with artists Gerda Carmichael, Anne Miller, Patti Steelman, Diane Tucker and Lynda Wilson.

For complete program descriptions, visit www.bbgardens.org.