Once Upon a Garden

Our delightful Storytime Series is designed especially for toddlers and early elementary-aged children. Each session features an engaging live Storytime, a themed nature craft, and full access to our Butterfly House and 7.5 acres of gardens—plus a few extra surprises along the way. Bring lunch or snacks and enjoy a picnic in the gardens after the program.

Registration Required
Second Wednesday of the Month — Sept. 10, Nov. 12, Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11
Start Time: 10:00 am (Check-in begins at 9:40 am)
Duration: 45 minutes – 1 hour

Each Session Includes:
-Live Storytime
-Craft Activity + Optional Nature Activity (such as a garden walk or critter encounter)
-Full-day access to our Butterfly House & 7.5-acre Gardens
-Books available for purchase

Family Storytime Pass (One Day Only):
-Non-Members: $20 (includes up to 4 guests)
-Members: $18 (includes up to 4 guests)
One pass = one session. Families may purchase a pass for each session they’d like to attend.

Storytime Lineup:

September 10, 2025: Birds
Book : Lights Out, A Movement to Help Migrating Birds
By Jessica Stremer, illustrated by Bonnie Pang
After Storytime and Craft, join Trinity River Audubon for a fun bird walk.

November 12, 2025: Reptiles
Book: Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor: The Woman Who Loved Reptiles 
By Patricia Valdez, illustrated by Felicita Sala
After Storytime and Craft, meet one of the ambassador Reptiles up close.

December 10, 2025: Winter Animals
Book: TBA

January 14, 2026: Turtles
Book: TBA
After Storytime and Craft, meet one of the ambassador Reptiles up close.

February 11, 2026: Love Bugs
Book: TBA
After Storytime and Craft, meet one of the ambassador Insects up close.

Limited to 20 families per session. Make your reservation now. For questions, contact education@txdg.org.