Final Weekend for Pumpkinville The end is here. Last day for Pumpkinville is this Sunday. Pumpkinville is open 10am-5pm. Admission is $6 for ages 2 & Up. FREE for members. Become a member online today. We've seen record numbers. More to come! Ongoing activities each day: Pumpkinville Story Time. Daily, 11-11:30am. Paint-A-Pumpkin, 10am-4:30pm. $5 each. Thursday, October 19 Pumpkinville Pop-Up Crafts, 10am-12:30pm. FOOD TRUCK: Cookin' It Up Pitchfork in the Park, 11am-2pm Friday, October 20 Pumpkinville Pop-Up Crafts, 10am-12:30pm. Cider Press at Pumpkinville. 1-1:30pm. $1 per cup of cider. Finger Knitting, 11am-12pm. Member: $12; Nonmember: $15. Register online here. FOOD TRUCKS: Rockin’ Rotolo and Dawgy Wagon Pitchfork in the Park, 11am-8pm Saturday, October 21 Pumpkinville Pop-Up Shops: Scissortail Gifts at Myriad Gardens. 10am-5pm.  National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum’s Gift Shop, 10am-4pm. Face Painting. 10am-5pm. Prices vary depending on design Holiday Inn Express- Bricktown Train. 1-5pm. $2 per rider, Infants FREE Cider Press at Pumpkinville. Friday-Sundays, 1-1:30pm. $1 per cup of cider. FOOD TRUCKS: Blue Donkey Taco and Brown's Kitchen Pitchfork in the Park open 11am-8pm Garden Monster Bash, 6:30-8:30pm. Register online here. Sunday, October 22 Pumpkinville Pop-Up Shops: Scissortail Gifts at Myriad Gardens. 10am-5pm.  National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum’s Gift Shop, 10am-4pm. Face Painting. 10am-5pm. Prices vary depending on design Holiday Inn Express- Bricktown Train. 1-5pm. $2 per rider, Infants FREE Cider Press at Pumpkinville. 1-1:30pm. $1 per cup of cider. Spooky Pooch Parade sponsored by Midtown Vets, 2pm. $10 per member dog. $12 per non-member dog Painting in the Gardens Wine and Palette: “The Spooks”, 11am-1pm FOOD TRUCKS: Wicked Hangry, Bacon n’ Cakin’, Barking Dogs Baker Pitchfork in the Park open Noon-8pm

WEEKEND CLASSES & EVENTS

Friday, October 20, 11am-12pm Finger Knitting Pumpkinville Tent near Thunder Fountain All Ages, great for grandparents and grandchildren Member: $12; Nonmember: $15 REGISTER HERE Fall is upon us, it is time to sit by the fire and stay warm during those crisp autumn days. Need a new indoor activity? How about Finger Knitting? Anna Cook will demonstrate the proper way to finger knit and teach participants the ins and outs of this fun activity. Once you’ve got the hang of it, Anna will present several templates for guests to choose from. Make a snake, headband or bracelet to take home. There are a limited number of spaces available so please register by Thursday, October 19.

Saturday, October 21, 10 – 11am All About Apples: Tasting and Craft Terrace Room Members $7; Nonmembers $9 Best for ages 5-9 Supplies for this event are generously donated by Whole Foods Market REGISTER HERE Join us to learn all about everyone’s favorite fall fruit – the apple. We’ll learn about the different parts of an apple and how it grows. Then we’ll read a couple books, do a tasting – including homemade applesauce – and end by playing with our food and creating an apple inspired craft. Kiddos will head home with easy recipes to make apple treats at home.

Saturday, October 21, 1:30-3pm All About Mushrooms Terrace Room Sandra and Doug Williams, Lost Creek Mushroom Farm- Shiitake Mama Members $15; Nonmembers $18 Register by Tuesday, October 17 REGISTER HERE Mushrooms are not only tasty and good for you, they’re easy to grow too. Sandra and Doug Williams will discuss the major types of mushrooms and two easy varieties to grow – Shiitake and Oyster. They’ll teach you the steps of starting your own colony and will delve into the many benefits of mushrooms to people, animals and the environment. A tasting will be enjoyed.

Pumpkinville Halloween Party: Garden Monster Bash Presented by Goldfish Swim School & Jil and Tony Bohgetich Saturday, October 21, 6:30-8:30pm Member: $10 per person; Nonmember: $13 per person Advanced registration is required for this event. REGISTER HERE The monsters at this Halloween party are definitely more friendly than frightening. Join us for ghoulish garden games, eerie entertainment and devilishly good treats! There will be prizes for those who wear their creepy, crawly and cute costumes.

Saturday, October 22, 11am-1pm Painting in the Gardens Wine and Palette: “The Spooks” Pumpkinville Tent near Thunder Fountain All ages welcome Member: $30 register by calling (405) 227-0230 Nonmember: $35 register here Wine and Palette is joining us in Pumpkinville again this year! Paint the “The Spooks” on a 16×20 canvas.

Sunday, October 22, 2-3pm Spooky Pooch Parade Sponsored by Midtown Vets and Jil and Tony Boghtich Great Lawn and Bandshell $10 per member dog $12 per non-member dog REGISTER HERE Help us wind down the fall season by joining us for our Spooky Pooch Parade on the Great Lawn. Enjoy spooky music, OKC Disc Dogs performance, booths, puppicinos donated by Starbucks and our parade of pooches. Special guest judges will present prizes to the best and most creatively dressed pooches! You don’t have to register a dog to take part in the fun or even have a dog. Bring the family and be an observer and visit Pumpkinville. Pitchfork in the Park is offering a $1 discount if you bring your dog in costume over to Pitchfork during the event!

Sunday, October 22, 5:30-6:30pm Golden Hour Photography Sessions in Pumpkiville $50 for an hour session Reservations required REGISTER HERE Calling all photographers! Come shoot mini sessions and bring your clients to the Children’s Garden after hours to get your favorite shots with the best lighting. The $50 fee will allow you to bring clients in and out of the Children’s Garden throughout the golden hour. There are a limited number of spaces available. Please register early.

Tuesdays, 5:45pm Yoga in the Gardens Sponsored by Tinker Federal Credit Union Late arrivals not accepted after 5:50pm Outdoors or Terrace Room Check in at the South Lobby of the Crystal Bridge upon arrival Members $5; Nonmembers $10 Must be 16 and older This is an all-levels class led by Lisa Woodward from This Land Yoga. Class participants should bring a yoga mat and water. Meet in the south lobby for check-in each week. Drop in for a session or two or enjoy the entire series.

Every Wednesday, 10am Reading Wednesdays Crystal Bridge South Lobby FREE Best for ages 2-5 Bring your youngster for story time each Wednesday at 10am. Books are nature-themed and selected based on the season. Children will also enjoy creating a small craft after the story. For groups of 10 or more please call Kodi Clifford at (405) 835-6789.

November

Saturday, November 4, 9am-Noon Tree for All! Tree Sale and Planting Workshops presented by Cox In partnership with Oklahoma City Rotary Club, the Tree Bank Foundation and Cedar Valley Nurseries  Trees: Members $9, Nonmembers $10; limit 2 per household ORDER NOW! CHOOSE FROM 8 VARIETIES Join us Saturday, November 4 from 9 a.m. to Noon for a tree giveaway, tree sales and free programs on how to plant and care for trees. We are able to provide at no charge or for a lost cost, more than 1,000 3-gallon trees to the community. This is possible thanks to our presenting sponsor Cox Communications, along with Rotary Club of Oklahoma City and a continued partnership with the Tree Bank Foundation and Cedar Valley Nurseries. Trees will be available for $9 for members, $10 for nonmembers and individuals can purchase up to two trees per household. In addition we will giveaway 200 free 3-gallon trees at the start of Tree For All.  Pre-order is available online now!

Friday, November 5, Run, 5:30PM; Bike Ride, 6pm Full Moon Bike Ride and Run LAST RUN AND RIDE OF THE SEASON $5 per person for each event Meet at Seasonal Plaza by Pitchfork in the Park Join other runners in a 5K run, led by Ultramax Sports Oklahoma, through the scenic downtown area as the sun sets. Those who pay $5 will be entered in a drawing for prizes from Red Coyote Running and Fitness. Bring your bike and meet up a for a leisurely one hour ride. Downtown-area routes are specially planned by Schlegel Bicycles. Don’t have a bike? Rent a Spokie! Lights and helmets are required. Those who pay $5 will be entered in a drawing for prizes from Schlegel Bicycles.

Cats and Crows Art Exhibit Open through November 10 South Lobby, Crystal Bridge Colorful, whimsical, and a little bit spooky. Halloween inspired art by Oklahoma City’s Susan Morrison-Dyke and Tony Dyke. 4 pieces on display and sale Friday October 13 – Friday November 10.

Seasons Change

FINAL WEEKS! CLOSING FOR THE SEASON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28. It's the end of Pitchfork in the Park's inaugural season but look for fun and involvement with them through winter including concessions at the Devon Ice Rink. Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 11am-2pm; Friday-Saturday, 11am-8pm Sunday, Noon-8pm; CLOSED MONDAYS  Closed during inclement weather. Check with social media pages for updates. Menus available here.

Devon Ice Rink opens Friday, November 10, 2017 through Sunday, January 28, 2018 Each holiday season, the Myriad Botanical Gardens transforms its seasonal plaza into the Devon Ice Rink, making for a winter wonderland set in a bustling downtown setting. At Devon Ice Rink, you can skate across 5,500 square feet of real ice, and indulge in seasonal food and beverage offerings. Lose yourself in a magical, park-like atmosphere surrounded by the glittering lights the Devon Ice Rink. Visit here for admission, hours and information on booking a birthday party, school groups, or corporate event.

Become a Gardens Member

Become a member of Myriad Gardens and receive free admission to Pumpkinville!  Joining the Gardens helps us maintain this beautiful downtown Oklahoma City green space where something is always happening, from family movie nights on the Great Lawn to educational opportunities for all. When you become a member during Pumpkinville you will enjoy a variety of benefits year-round including members-only discounts on events and programs, FREE admission to the Crystal Bridge Tropical Conservatory and FREE admiision to Pumpkinville October 6-22. Family memberships are just $65. Join online today!

Rentals, Scissortail Gifts, Gardening Tips

Proposals in the Gardens Proposals at Myriad Gardens are truly something special. With so many beautiful “drop the knee” locations to choose from, simply find the spot that speaks to you and let our coordinators help perfect your “pop the question” plan. Create your own package, or select one of our three proposal plans. Additional add-on items are also available. Download the proposal flyer here. Email rentals@myriadgardens.org for available dates and more.

Shop Scissortail Gifts at Myriad Gardens Tree of Life Cutting and Serving Board This Tree of Life Cutting and Serving Board has beautiful and permanent laser-etched art featuring over 800 images of exotic and endangered animals; animals make up tree ring design. Easy on knife blades, bamboo is a natural alternative to wood, it is substantially stronger than hard woods and easier on the environment; Measures 15 1/2" diameter by 1 1/2" thick. Cost: $60 Members receive 10 percent off

October Horticulture Tips Just bagging leaves and letting them go to the landfill is a waste of tax dollars and of a valuable garden resource. Instead of bagging them and hauling off to the dump this year consider these suggestions here. Get the entire list of Horticulture Tips for October online here.

The Myriad Gardens Foundation wishes to thank our sustaining partners,  leaders in providing major ongoing annual support:  BancFirst The Chickasaw Nation Continental Resources Devon Energy Corporation Gardner Tanenbaum Holdings Herman and LaDonna Meinders Jean and David McLaughlin Robert H. Meinders  Newmark Grubb Levy Strange Beffort OGE Energy Corp. The Oklahoman Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust  The City of Oklahoma City  Avis Scaramucci