Once Upon a Garden: Winter Wonders!
Saturday, January 16th at 10 AM | Fred Heutte Garden
Winter is a wonderful time to discover the magic of nature, and there's no better place to explore it than at Fred Heutte Garden!
Join us for January's Once Upon a Garden, our free monthly children's program that brings together wonderful books, hands-on creativity, and a love of the natural world.
This month, we'll read two beautifully illustrated books, Winter: A Solstice Story and In the Night Garden, celebrating the beauty, mystery, and quiet wonder of nature during the winter months. After storytime, our young guests will get creative, making giant paper snowflakes to take home. Every snowflake will be as unique as the child who makes it!
And yes, we love being outside in winter! We believe fresh air, outdoor play, and time spent in nature are important for growing children, even when the temperatures drop. There's something invigorating about a crisp winter morning, and the garden has plenty to discover in every season. So bundle up, bring a warm coat, and join us outdoors! Of course, if it's simply too cold or the weather is rainy, we'll move our activities inside the Fred, where everyone can stay warm and comfortable.
Join us for a wintery Once Upon A Garden!
A Garden for Everyone
Fred Heutte Garden is a beautiful, free public garden in the heart of Norfolk, dedicated to horticultural education, sustainability, and bringing people of all ages closer to nature. We believe every child deserves opportunities to explore, learn, create, and develop a lifelong appreciation for the natural world, regardless of their family's ability to pay.
That's why Once Upon a Garden is always free, just like so much of the children's programming we're developing at the Fred. From storytelling and creative activities to hands-on gardening experiences and our exciting new Children's Garden, we're working to make the Fred a place where Norfolk's youngest residents can learn, play, and grow.
Free to Attend. Made Possible by Your Support.
While admission is always free, donations are warmly welcomed and deeply appreciated. Every contribution helps us purchase books, art supplies, gardening materials, and everything else that makes programs like Once Upon a Garden possible.
Fred Heutte Garden relies on the generosity of our community, dedicated volunteers, and supporters who believe that beautiful public spaces and meaningful educational opportunities should be accessible to everyone. Your donations help us continue offering free programming, welcome more families, and create new experiences for children throughout Norfolk.
Whether you can make a donation or simply come enjoy the morning with us, you're always welcome. This is your garden, and we're delighted to share it with you.
Admission is free. Registration is required, as space is limited.
Come grow with us!