The Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing will present "The Gift of Wisdom," a showcase of traditional artists from Asia and Africa presenting music inspired by spiritual journeys and beliefs. Artists will include Desai Mala (dance), Alhaji Pappa Susso (harp-lute), Doo-Yi Park (zither) and Hussain Ikhlaq (sitar). The event will begin at 2 p.m. on the Cherry Circle.

"The Gift of Wisdom" will be presented as part of the Music in the Garden 2012 series.

This event is free with garden admission and is appropriate for the whole family.