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Cision Canada
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
GARDENS OF LIGHT - STEP INTO THE REALM OF LEGENDARY CREATURES
MONTRÉAL , Aug. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - Espace pour la vie invites you to enjoy an immersive, poetic experience as the Jardin botanique again presents Gardens of Light—one of Montréal's signature fall events. From August 29 to November 2 , the site's three cultural gardens will be brilliantly illuminated come sunset, revealing the fantastical beings hidden within. Between heaven and earth This year, the Chinese Garden presents a captivating new creation inspired by the Shan Hai Jing (Classic of Mountains and Seas), a cornerstone of Chinese mythology. Hundreds of traditional lanterns will immerse visitors in a mythical universe where the celestial goddess Xiwangmu gathers with legendary creatures around the Jianmu, the sacred tree that connects heaven and earth. On Dream Lake, yin and yang find balance, and every spirit reveals its fantastical essence—a poetic tableau celebrating the timeless harmony between living beings and nature. Yûgen* - Japanese Universe is a beautiful homage to Japan's islands and mountains, visually recreated or evoked through the plant life of the Japanese Garden. In the heart of the pine grove, a monumental projection drawing on Japanese cultural elements brings the garden brilliantly to life: birds seem to take flight across the rocks, fish emerge from the foliage and mountains rise on the waterfall wall. All is set to the captivating sound of a flute that enchants evening visitors. *Yûgen means a profound, mysterious kind of beauty. The illuminated path through the First Nations Garden beckons you on an immersive, poetic journey into the circle of life. Listen closely and you may hear the gentle flutter of wings or the distinctive sound of a caribou rubbing its antlers against a tree trunk. As you walk, you'll be carried along by the voice of Innu poet Joséphine Bacon and the songs of Moe Clark . A Canadian first For the first time in Canada , the art studio Daily tous les jours is installing one of its creations at the Jardin botanique. Salut les arbres invites visitors to record a message—a wish for the trees. Your words then begin a slow journey through large luminous arches, gradually transforming into music. You're encouraged to slow down and look up, experiencing nature in a new light. Timed-entry tickets Due to popular demand, timed-entry tickets are now essential for these events. To make the most of your experience, you'll need to select a specific time slot for your visit when purchasing tickets. You can then explore the Jardin botanique's three cultural gardens at your own pace. The ticket also includes access to the rest of the Jardin botanique, which can be visited at any time on the same day. Tickets and schedule: La Presse is a proud partner of the Gardens of Light event About Espace pour la vie Protecting biodiversity and the environment is at the heart of the mission of Espace pour la vie, which is made up of the Biodôme, Biosphère, Insectarium, Jardin botanique and Planétarium. Together these Montréal museums form Canada's largest natural science museum complex, welcoming over 2.5 million visitors each year. In light of the challenges our planet is facing, Espace pour la vie is working to increase its impact by fostering dialogue with communities and taking actions aimed at mobilizing the public behind the socio-ecological transition. Press kit and images SOURCE Espace pour la vie Montreal INFORMATION: Chloé Rossi, Roy & Turner Communications, 514-652-6478, [email protected]; Anne Bourgoin, Espace pour la vie, 438-346-0542, [email protected]
Cision Canada
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
Les Butineries - THE Pollinator Insects Festival Français
Shows, workshops and meetings with experts! MONTRÉAL, July 8, 2025 /CNW/ - Espace pour la vie is celebrating pollinating insects in the 3rd edition of Les Butineries. The free, family-friendly event will run from July 25 to 27, three days that will feature a host of activities concocted for you by the Insectarium's expert and passionate team. We promise a colorful summertime event designed to introduce you to these fascinating little creatures. On the program: creative workshops to ignite the imagination; inspiring get-togethers with impassioned experts; captivating shows for the whole family; and plenty of other surprises! You're bound to fall under the spell of these essential allies of biodiversity! Our experts on hand to inform you... By way of booths and workshops devoted to topics as varied as conservation of the monarch butterfly, garden tips and tricks, and how to choose native plants with a view to attracting pollinator insects. Who are the pollinators? Why are they essential for us? Come discover their world and the ways to go about helping them. ...and workshops for having fun! Because summer's for playing, Les Butineries will take place in the most festive possible atmosphere, where the very young enjoy creating their own garden hat, food preparation with strawberries and chocolate, gardening with the horticultural team, donning a disguise and joining in a bizz-buzzing parade – and so much more! Find the complete program here. An OSM-accompanied tale A special visit is scheduled that will please parents as much as it will children: at 1:30 p.m. and 2:15 p.m., the tale Le grand Bill from the storytelling company Conteurs à gages accompanied by two musicians from the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal (OSM). See you there July 25 to 27, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Insectarium outdoor site – free event Métro Viau or Pie-IX Parking lot P2 (paid) – 4581 Sherbrooke St. East 9th International Monarch Monitoring Blitz – July 25 to August 3 Take note of these dates, keep your eyes peeled and be one of the thousands of people who every year pool their efforts in Canada, the United States and Mexico in support of monarch conservation. Find milkweed, verify the presence of monarchs and record your observations. Take off on a Mission Monarch! About Espace pour la vie Protecting biodiversity and the environment is at the heart of the mission of Espace pour la vie, which is made up of the Biodôme, Biosphère, Insectarium, Jardin botanique and Planétarium. Together, these museums located in Montréal form Canada's largest natural science museum complex, welcoming over 2.5 million visitors each year. In view of the challenges our planet is facing, Espace pour la vie is working to increase its impact by fostering dialogue with communities and taking actions aimed at engaging the public on the path to socio-ecological transition.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BRAZEN BLOOMS AT THE JARDIN BOTANIQUE THIS SUMMER
A FORAY INTO THE INTIMATE SIDE OF FLOWERS AND THEIR SEDUCTION STRATEGIES MONTRÉAL, June 17, 2025 /CNW/ - June 27 to August 17, a feast for the eyes awaits you at the Jardin botanique! Espace pour la vie introduces Brazen Blooms—a path of discovery into the intimate side of flowers and the 1001 strategies of seduction they use. Flowers are formidable mistresses of seduction! As the sexual organs of plants, they flaunt their attributes and put on an incredible charm offensive, all in pursuit of their ends. When they see Brazen Blooms, visitors will be invited to turn on their own senses to appreciate the true nature of flowers, beyond their physical beauty. Along an enchanting path through the gardens dotted with blooming arches and discreet sonic devices that whisper tender secrets in their ears, visitors will not only get to admire the blossoms, but they will also discover how flowers are masters at the art of seduction. Along the path: FROM BLOOM TO BLOOM – An attentive stroll through the West GardensDuring Jardin botanique opening hoursDo we take the time to observe flowers thoroughly—the details of a pistil, the nuances of a petal, the traces of a pollen? Contemplate the blooms carefully, linger and enjoy the show as you stroll through the flamboyant Perennial Garden, the bountiful Food Garden, the mysterious Alpine Garden, the bucolic Shrub Garden, and the spectacular Flowering Brook. NAKED FLOWERS – A participatory installation by artist Geneviève LeBel10 am to 4 pm | For the whole familyJoin in the creation of Naked Flowers, a participatory installation based on eco-printing techniques, in a setting that promotes an intimate contact with flowers. Throughout the summer, dozens of banners created by the public will be displayed in one of the Gardens, releasing a form of botanical poetry into the wind! SECRETS OF SEDUCTION - Animation10 am to 5 pm | For the whole familyWho are flowers trying to seduce? What games of attraction are at play at the heart of a flower? Take part in this investigation, accompanied by an animator, to discover the true nature of flowers and the secrets of their seduction strategies. SENSORY BOUQUET - Animation10 am to 5 pm | For the whole familyEnjoy a rich sensory experience as you approach and try to understand flowers: listen to pollinators, sample floral nectar, taste and smell flowers, concoct a floral perfume. A bouquet of sensations to discover how flowers make themselves attractive! Brazen Blooms, a great opportunity to linger, one garden at a time, among the blooms of the Jardin botanique and surrender to their charm! BOOK YOU TICKETS ONLINE The Brazen Blooms event is included in the admission ticket. TO GET THERE Public transit (Pie-IX metro station, 5-minute walk) Active transportation (bike paths and Bixi stations nearby) Take advantage of the Espace pour la vie Passport to visit one of the five Espace pour la vie museums as many times as you like over a 12-month period! Espace pour la vie Protecting biodiversity and the environment is at the heart of the mission of Espace pour la vie, which groups the Biodôme, the Biosphère, the Insectarium, the Jardin botanique and the Planétarium. Together, these Montreal museums form the largest natural-science complex in Canada, and each year welcome more than 2.5 million people. In light of the challenges facing our planet, Espace pour la vie is working on expanding its impact by fostering dialogue with communities and by taking actions aimed at engaging the population on the path to socioecological transition. Visuals for the media SOURCE Espace pour la vie Montreal View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
Cision Canada
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
BRAZEN BLOOMS AT THE JARDIN BOTANIQUE THIS SUMMER Français
A FORAY INTO THE INTIMATE SIDE OF FLOWERS AND THEIR SEDUCTION STRATEGIES MONTRÉAL, June 17, 2025 /CNW/ - June 27 to August 17, a feast for the eyes awaits you at the Jardin botanique! Espace pour la vie introduces Brazen Blooms —a path of discovery into the intimate side of flowers and the 1001 strategies of seduction they use. Flowers are formidable mistresses of seduction! As the sexual organs of plants, they flaunt their attributes and put on an incredible charm offensive, all in pursuit of their ends. When they see Brazen Blooms, visitors will be invited to turn on their own senses to appreciate the true nature of flowers, beyond their physical beauty. Along an enchanting path through the gardens dotted with blooming arches and discreet sonic devices that whisper tender secrets in their ears, visitors will not only get to admire the blossoms, but they will also discover how flowers are masters at the art of seduction. Along the path: FROM BLOOM TO BLOOM – An attentive stroll through the West Gardens During Jardin botanique opening hours Do we take the time to observe flowers thoroughly—the details of a pistil, the nuances of a petal, the traces of a pollen? Contemplate the blooms carefully, linger and enjoy the show as you stroll through the flamboyant Perennial Garden, the bountiful Food Garden, the mysterious Alpine Garden, the bucolic Shrub Garden, and the spectacular Flowering Brook. NAKED FLOWERS – A participatory installation by artist Geneviève LeBel 10 am to 4 pm | For the whole family Join in the creation of Naked Flowers, a participatory installation based on eco-printing techniques, in a setting that promotes an intimate contact with flowers. Throughout the summer, dozens of banners created by the public will be displayed in one of the Gardens, releasing a form of botanical poetry into the wind! SECRETS OF SEDUCTION - Animation 10 am to 5 pm | For the whole family Who are flowers trying to seduce? What games of attraction are at play at the heart of a flower? Take part in this investigation, accompanied by an animator, to discover the true nature of flowers and the secrets of their seduction strategies. SENSORY BOUQUET - Animation 10 am to 5 pm | For the whole family Enjoy a rich sensory experience as you approach and try to understand flowers: listen to pollinators, sample floral nectar, taste and smell flowers, concoct a floral perfume. A bouquet of sensations to discover how flowers make themselves attractive! Brazen Blooms, a great opportunity to linger, one garden at a time, among the blooms of the Jardin botanique and surrender to their charm! Take advantage of the Espace pour la vie Passport to visit one of the five Espace pour la vie museums as many times as you like over a 12-month period! Espace pour la vie Protecting biodiversity and the environment is at the heart of the mission of Espace pour la vie, which groups the Biodôme, the Biosphère, the Insectarium, the Jardin botanique and the Planétarium. Together, these Montreal museums form the largest natural-science complex in Canada, and each year welcome more than 2.5 million people. In light of the challenges facing our planet, Espace pour la vie is working on expanding its impact by fostering dialogue with communities and by taking actions aimed at engaging the population on the path to socioecological transition.
Cision Canada
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
THE ARTS PUT ON A SHOW AT THE GARDEN, JULY 6 TO AUGUST 24 - ESPACE POUR LA VIE UNVEILS COMPLETE PROGRAM Français
MONTREAL, June 4, 2025 /CNW/ - Espace pour la vie is delighted to announce the names of the 8 artists who will be performing in the vibrant greenery of the Jardin botanique this summer, from July 6 to August 24, as part of The Arts Put on a Show at the Garden. Come and hear local artists in a wealth of musical styles, in the heart of the Jardin botanique—a truly unique, intimate and atypical performance environment for the artists. A feast for the senses Nature and culture combine to gently awaken your senses. The Arts Put on a Show at the Garden is the ideal complement to the experience of visiting the Jardin botanique. The music blends with the blooms to bring multiple generations together and attract visitors eager to discover the Jardin botanique in a whole new light. The Arts Put on a Show at the Garden offers a fitting musical interlude to the eye-catching summer blossoms, thanks to Brazen Blooms —an enchanting journey into the intimate side of flowers—before or after the concerts. Keep your eyes and ears open at the Jardin this summer! 2025 PROGRAM Sunday, 2 pm | Running time: 60 min July 6 | Damien Robitaille From catchy choruses to poignant ballads, Damien Robitaille whisks us off in a whirlwind of joy and good spirits—a festive atmosphere where music and a sense of camaraderie team up to create moments of pure bliss. July 13 |Jacques Michel Alone on stage with his guitar and harmonica, Jacques Michel gets up close and personal to deliver the great hits that have marked́ generations of fans. The voice, poetry and vibe of this stellar singer-songwriter are timeless and impervious to the whims of fashion. July 20 | Martha Wainwright With her guitar in hand, Martha Wainwright puts on a show that marks the 20th anniversary of her eponymous debut album. Her powerful voice and soul-stirring songwriting have made her one of the leading artists of her generation. July 27 | Alfa Rococo Alfa Rococo is back! Combining songs from their new album Fais-moi rêver with classic favourites from their repertoire, the duo invites us into their festive and irresistibly danceable world, while at the same time embracing the dreamlike, celestial and emotional depth of their work. August 3| Gustafson Drawing inspiration from the 70s and 80s, Gustafson's irresistible electro-pop style propels his contemporary lyrics, which are lucid, nostalgic, and downright romantic—like a gentle summer breeze that carries hope and a yearning to dance... August 10 | Natasha Kanapé Innu writer, poet and interdisciplinary artist Natasha Kanapé conjures up a sparkling future with words that are in turn tender and incisive—a tribute to the strength of her people and her territory, carried by the power of harmonic sounds. August 17 | Maritza Maritza takes us on a musical journey about resilience, where songs in Spanish and French meld with folk, soul, indie and Latin sounds, to create a moment out of time—at once intimate, comforting, and bursting with light. August 24 | Safia Nolin A singular figure on the contemporary art scene, Safia Nolin embodies a powerful political voice. Her minimalist melodies—at the crossroads of folk, grunge and stoner rock—give rise to an introspective body of work that is both melancholy and full of hope. Télé-Québec and La Presse are partners in The Arts Put on a Show at the Garden. Espace pour la vie Protecting biodiversity and the environment is at the heart of the mission of Espace pour la vie, which groups the Biodôme, the Biosphère, the Insectarium, the Jardin botanique and the Planétarium. Together, these Montreal museums form the largest natural-science complex in Canada, and each year welcome more than 2.5 million people. In light of the challenges facing our planet, Espace pour la vie is working on expanding its impact by fostering dialogue with communities and by taking actions aimed at engaging the population on the path to socioecological transition. Artist photos
