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Saturday, September 23 at 7:30 p.m. |
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| Night Skies: First Quarter Moon, Saturn and Jupiter |
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| THIS EXPERIENCE IS SOLD OUT. Join the Omaha Astronomical Society in viewing the night skies at Lauritzen Gardens. This program includes a tram ride out to the rose garden and a viewing of the gorgeous night sky using the Omaha Astronomical Society’s telescopes. Participants can observe faint deep-sky objects, planets, and the moon in the darkness of the garden. $20, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Tuesday, September 26 at 8:30 a.m. |
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| Members Only Walking Club |
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| Walk your way to good health on Tuesday mornings by exploring more than 1.5 miles of trails. Walking in nature will help you fight stress, strengthen your mind and body, and feel rejuvenated. Every Tuesday through October 31. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID! |
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Tuesday, October 3 at 8:30 a.m. |
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| Members Only Walking Club |
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| Walk your way to good health on Tuesday mornings by exploring more than 1.5 miles of trails. Walking in nature will help you fight stress, strengthen your mind and body, and feel rejuvenated. Every Tuesday through October 31. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID! |
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Tuesday, October 4 and Thursday, October 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Drawing Flowers - TWO SESSIONS |
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| This is a repeating class with different beautiful flowers to draw each session. We’ll draw the flowers and learn more about their floral families. Drawings from each class can be put together in a sketchbook that becomes a colorful record of different plant families. Feel free to jump in at any session, as we use different plants each time. This class is two sessions and meets on October 4 and 5. $65, $55 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. This class was originally scheduled for August 1 and 3. |
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Thursday, October 5 at 6 p.m. |
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| Classic Yoga |
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| This 90-minute class is beginner friendly and also welcoming to more advanced Yoga practitioners who seek a peaceful practice in a lovely setting. Each class will begin with a comforting, centering practice followed by gentle movement. After taking the body through a series of postures, participants will enjoy an extended guided relaxation and a seated meditation. $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Thursday, October 5 at 6 p.m. |
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| Basic of Watercolor 1 |
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| Explore the world of watercolor and learn basic techniques to create beautiful and colorful works of art. This course will focus on the fundamentals of watercolor painting, including techniques, materials, tools, color, value, and rendering in watercolor. Absolutely no experience is necessary! This course is a fun way to dip your toe (or brush) into a new medium without the financial expense, as all supplies are provided. $55, $45 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Friday, October 6 at 6 p.m. |
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| Kokedama Workshop |
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| Join Lauritzen Gardens and Nodest Home Plants for the Kokedama Workshop. Kokedama is Japanese for Moss Ball, and is a style of potting plants in a ball of moss. The plant can be displayed in a dish, or suspended in the air. All supplies are provided for this workshop. $75, $65 for garden members. |
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Saturday, October 7 at 10 a.m. |
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| Bonsai Workshop |
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| Join the Nebraska Bonsai Society for the Bonsai Workshop to learn the art of Bonsai, work hands on with experienced Nebraska Bonsai Society members, and most importantly have fun. If you are new to bonsai or want to get started, this workshop is for you. Each participant will receive a plant specimen, a pot with soil, and will learn how to perfect and maintain their bonsai plant. $85, $75 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Sunday, October 8 at 12:30 p.m. |
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| Bonsai Workshop |
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| Join the Nebraska Bonsai Society for the Bonsai Workshop to learn the art of Bonsai, work hands on with experienced Nebraska Bonsai Society members, and most importantly have fun. If you are new to bonsai or want to get started, this workshop is for you. Each participant will receive a plant specimen, a pot with soil, and will learn how to perfect and maintain their bonsai plant. $85, $75 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Tuesday, October 10 at 8:30 a.m. |
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| Members Only Walking Club |
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| Walk your way to good health on Tuesday mornings by exploring more than 1.5 miles of trails. Walking in nature will help you fight stress, strengthen your mind and body, and feel rejuvenated. Every Tuesday through October 31. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID! |
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Wednesday, October 11 at 6 p.m. |
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| Book Club: Sweetness and Light by Hattie Ellis |
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| THREE SESSIONS- This book reveals the fascinating story of bees and honey from the Stone Age to the present. Uncovering the secrets of the honeybee one by one, Ellis shows how this small insect, with a collective significance so much greater than its individual size, can carry us through past and present to tell us more about ourselves than any other living creature. Meets October 11 and 26 and November 8. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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Thursday, October 12 at 6 p.m. |
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| Classic Yoga |
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| This 90-minute class is beginner friendly and also welcoming to more advanced Yoga practitioners who seek a peaceful practice in a lovely setting. Each class will begin with a comforting, centering practice followed by gentle movement. After taking the body through a series of postures, participants will enjoy an extended guided relaxation and a seated meditation. $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Friday, October 13 at 6 p.m. |
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| Fall Garden Tram Tour |
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| Join us for a specialized tram tour that highlights the incredible fall plants and scenery in our gardens. We will see the beautiful fall colors and learn about focus fall plants as our gardens are in a transition between Summer and Winter. The tram will drive through the garden and we will make many walking stops along the way. $20, $10 for garden members. |
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Friday, October 13 at 6 p.m. |
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| Charcuterie |
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| Welcome to Boarding School! Best of Omaha winner Artisan Boards of Omaha are happy to partner with Lauritzen Gardens for a charcuterie class. You will be guided step by step as you create your own board to take home and enjoy (one board per registered 2 people)! We hope you leave with the knowledge and confidence to create and design your own board. $100 (for two), $85 (for two) for garden members. |
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Saturday, October 14 at 10 a.m. |
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| Phone Photography |
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| They say the best camera is the one in your hand– your phone! In this class you will learn how to take beautiful pictures with your smartphone. You will learn how to focus, compose, and expose images correctly. You will learn about the different adjustment options, how to use filters, and how to take fun, creative images with fresh perspectives. $30, $25 for garden members. |
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Saturday, October 14 at 1 p.m. |
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| Phone Photography |
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| They say the best camera is the one in your hand– your phone! In this class you will learn how to take beautiful pictures with your smartphone. You will learn how to focus, compose, and expose images correctly. You will learn about the different adjustment options, how to use filters, and how to take fun, creative images with fresh perspectives. $30, $25 for garden members. |
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Saturday, October 14 at 6 p.m. |
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| Build Your Own Moss Terrarium |
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| Bring a little nature into your life and tap into your creativity by making a moss terrarium with Moss Hunters. We hand pick all of our own moss, shells, and rocks for our terrariums, and would love to show you all how to make them too! We will provide all the materials needed, just bring yourself and any friends that are ready to learn and have a good time while doing it! $55, $45 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Sunday, October 15 at 2 p.m. |
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| Indigo Fabric Dyeing |
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| In this class we will look at the history of blue dyes in human culture as well as the methods of creating an indigo vat through a fermentation process - think sourdough, kefir, or kombucha. We will also look at the Japanese mark making process called shibori to create our own pieces of unique cloth artwork. $60, $50 for garden members. |
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Monday, October 16 at 6 p.m. |
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| Tea History 101 with The Tea Smith |
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| Learn about the drink that waged wars, aimed espionage, and divided countries. We will discuss the interesting history of tea and sample the delicious drink. We will also learn the dos and don’ts of tea drinking and the proper way to brew a perfect cup at home. $25, $20 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, October 17 at 8:30 a.m. |
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| Members Only Walking Club |
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| Walk your way to good health on Tuesday mornings by exploring more than 1.5 miles of trails. Walking in nature will help you fight stress, strengthen your mind and body, and feel rejuvenated. Every Tuesday through October 31. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID! |
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Wednesday, October 18 at 6 p.m. |
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| The Botanical Bar: Gin |
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| These sessions explore the ingredients and history of a variety of classic cocktails and spirits and allow participants to sample and discover the unique characteristics of each beverage. All guests must be above the age of 21. Pre-registration is required. $40, $30 for garden members. |
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Wednesday, October 18 and Thursday, October 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Drawing Ferns - TWO SESSIONS |
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| More than just greenery for a bouquet, ferns have a beauty of their own. Learn what makes ferns so special, and techniques to make drawing these intricate forms a little easier- then bring out the nuanced greens and colors in colored pencil. This class is two sessions and meets on October 18 and 19. $65, $55 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. This class was originally scheduled for July 25 and 27, |
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Thursday, October 19 at 6 p.m. |
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| Basic of Watercolor 2 |
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| Dive deeper into watercolor and learn techniques to build your painting tool kit. Expand your repertoire with color mixing exercises and experiments to better understand your pigments. Practice honing your rendering skills by examining plant life and recreating basic structures. $55, $45 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Thursday, October 19 at 6 p.m. |
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| Classic Yoga |
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| This 90-minute class is beginner friendly and also welcoming to more advanced Yoga practitioners who seek a peaceful practice in a lovely setting. Each class will begin with a comforting, centering practice followed by gentle movement. After taking the body through a series of postures, participants will enjoy an extended guided relaxation and a seated meditation. $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Friday, October 20 at 6 p.m. |
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| Charcuterie |
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| Welcome to Boarding School! Best of Omaha winner Artisan Boards of Omaha are happy to partner with Lauritzen Gardens for a charcuterie class. You will be guided step by step as you create your own board to take home and enjoy (one board per registered 2 people)! We hope you leave with the knowledge and confidence to create and design your own board. $100 (for two), $85 (for two) for garden members. |
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Friday, October 20 at 6 p.m. |
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| Bring Your Own Vessel Terrariums |
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| Join Lauritzen Gardens and Nodest Home Plants for a hands-on terrarium building workshop. Bring a glass container with a lid of your choice. The container can be a unique thrifted find or even an empty pickle jar, the choice of vessel is up to you. $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Sunday, October 22 at 6 p.m. |
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| Sound Bathing |
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| Join Ellie and Matthew Shrader for an evening of sound bathing, a meditative experience where attendees are “bathed” in sound waves. These waves are produced by a variety of means, including healing instruments such as gongs, himalayan singing bowls, crystal singing bowls, percussion, chimes, rattles, tuning forks, shruti boxes, and even the human voice. Participants report feeling more relaxed in mind and body, improved sleep, and an overall sense of wellbeing. Pre-registration is required. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, October 24 at 8:30 a.m. |
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| Members Only Walking Club |
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| Walk your way to good health on Tuesday mornings by exploring more than 1.5 miles of trails. Walking in nature will help you fight stress, strengthen your mind and body, and feel rejuvenated. Every Tuesday through October 31. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID! |
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Tuesday, October 24 at 5:30 p.m. |
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| Fall Leaves Arboretum Tour |
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| Enjoy an evening tram tour and see the changing fall colors at Lauritzen Gardens. This tour will highlight the diversity of tree species and their beautiful fall-colored leaves on this guided walk with Steve Rodie. $20, $10 for garden members. |
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Thursday, October 26 at 6 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: Designs from the Graveyard |
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| Add some spooky to your Halloween and design fresh flowers in your own mini graveyard. Create beautiful floral designs to display at home or to provide as a gift. Each workshop has its own unique theme which allows you to enjoy a new experience each time you participate. $75, $65 for garden members. |
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Saturday, October 28 at Noon |
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| Needle Felting |
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| Stop by our needle felting class. We will be making a pin or art piece using zippers, roving and embellishments. The zipper is hand sewn onto wool felt making an outline of a design. The inside of the design is then filled in with wool roving using the technique of needle felting. Then buttons, beads, metal and other embellishments are added. $55, $45 for garden members. |
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Saturday, October 28 at Noon |
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| Basket Weaving: Criss Cross Market |
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| THIS WORKSHOP IS SOLD OUT. Basket weaving is an ancient art form that uses botanical materials to create functional pieces that you can enjoy for years to come. Join Jeannie Sisson to create your own basket! $55, $45 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, October 31 at 8:30 a.m. |
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| Members Only Walking Club |
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| Walk your way to good health on Tuesday mornings by exploring more than 1.5 miles of trails. Walking in nature will help you fight stress, strengthen your mind and body, and feel rejuvenated. Every Tuesday through October 31. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID! |
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Thursday, November 2 at 6 p.m. |
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| Book Club: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer |
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| FOUR SESSIONS- In Braiding Sweetgrass, the author delves into the wisdom that plants can offer us, and shares how by reconnecting with the nature around us, we can become more conscientious about the fragile ecology of the world and learn to move through the world more mindfully. Join us to discover this braid of memoir, scientific writing and indigenous storytelling. Meets November 2 and 30, December 28 and January 18. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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Friday, November 3 at 6 p.m. |
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| Charcuterie |
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| Welcome to Boarding School! Best of Omaha winner Artisan Boards of Omaha are happy to partner with Lauritzen Gardens for a charcuterie class. You will be guided step by step as you create your own board to take home and enjoy (one board per registered 2 people)! We hope you leave with the knowledge and confidence to create and design your own board. $100 (for two), $85 (for two) for garden members. |
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Saturday, November 4 at noon |
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| Needle Felting |
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| Stop by our needle felting class. We will be making a pin or art piece using zippers, roving and embellishments. The zipper is hand sewn onto wool felt making an outline of a design. The inside of the design is then filled in with wool roving using the technique of needle felting. Then buttons, beads, metal and other embellishments are added. $55, $45 for garden members. |
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Saturday, November 4 at 6 p.m. |
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| Build Your Own Moss Terrarium |
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| to show you all how to make them too! We will provide all the materials needed, just bring yourself and any friends that are ready to learn and have a good time while doing it! $55, $45 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Monday, November 6 at 6 p.m. |
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| Tea Mocktails with The Tea Smith |
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| Tea is a very versatile drink, and, with experts from The Tea Smith, we will be exploring the recipes for tea mocktails. We will learn about a variety of teas and of course enjoy drinking tea! This is an alcohol-free event; however pairing information will also be shared to enjoy our recipes with your favorite spirits. This is an excellent class to learn about tea recipes for upcoming holidays and social gatherings. $25, $20 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, November 7 and Wednesday, November 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Keeping An Illustrated Fall Garden Journal |
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| Enjoy slowing down, tuning in to the experience of the garden, and sketching to relax, while creating a record of the beauty around you. These journals are a great start to a bound journal, sketchbook insert, and a lovely piece of art on their own. Each class will make their paper journals, learn the technique to make more at home, and fill their journals with beautiful illustrations and foraged nature. Members $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Thursday, November 9 at 6 p.m. |
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| Sound Bathing |
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| Join Ellie and Matthew Shrader for an evening of sound bathing, a meditative experience where attendees are “bathed” in sound waves. These waves are produced by a variety of means, including healing instruments such as gongs, himalayan singing bowls, crystal singing bowls, percussion, chimes, rattles, tuning forks, shruti boxes, and even the human voice. Participants report feeling more relaxed in mind and body, improved sleep, and an overall sense of wellbeing. Pre-registration is required. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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Thursday, November 9 at 6 p.m. |
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| Basic of Watercolor 1 |
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| Explore the world of watercolor and learn basic techniques to create beautiful and colorful works of art. This course will focus on the fundamentals of watercolor painting, including techniques, materials, tools, color, value, and rendering in watercolor. Absolutely no experience is necessary! This course is a fun way to dip your toe (or brush) into a new medium without the financial expense, as all supplies are provided. $55, $45 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Saturday, November 10 at 6 p.m. |
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| Bring Your Own Vessel Terrariums |
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| Join Lauritzen Gardens and Nodest Home Plants for a hands-on terrarium building workshop. Bring a glass container with a lid of your choice. The container can be a unique thrifted find or even an empty pickle jar, the choice of vessel is up to you. $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Saturday, November 11 at 10 a.m. |
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| Portrait Photography |
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| In this introductory class you will learn how to create stunning portraits in the gardens! Learn the most important rules of portrait photography: posing, lighting, focusing, and framing your subjects for beautiful results. Learn how to use portrait lenses and how to incorporate the tiniest details like catchlights using reflectors and natural light. $30, $25 for garden members. |
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Saturday, November 11 at 1 p.m. |
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| Portrait Photography |
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| In this introductory class you will learn how to create stunning portraits in the gardens! Learn the most important rules of portrait photography: posing, lighting, focusing, and framing your subjects for beautiful results. Learn how to use portrait lenses and how to incorporate the tiniest details like catchlights using reflectors and natural light. $30, $25 for garden members |
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Saturday, November 12 at 2 p.m. |
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| Indigo Fabric Dyeing |
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| In this class we will look at the history of blue dyes in human culture as well as the methods of creating an indigo vat through a fermentation process - think sourdough, kefir, or kombucha. We will also look at the Japanese mark making process called shibori to create our own pieces of unique cloth artwork. $60, $50 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, November 14 and Wednesday, November 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Drawing Flowers |
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| This is a repeating class with different beautiful flowers to draw each session. We’ll draw the flowers and learn more about their floral families. Drawings from each class can be put together in a sketchbook that becomes a colorful record of different plant families. Feel free to jump in at any session, as we use different plants each time. This class is two sessions and meets on October 4 and 5. $65, $55 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Thursday, November 20 at 6 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: Thanksgiving Centerpiece |
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| We won’t forgo the blooms but unique and colorful foliage will be the focus to elevate your traditional style centerpiece. Create beautiful floral designs to display at home or to provide as a gift. Each workshop has its own unique theme which allows you to enjoy a new experience each time you participate. $75, $65 for garden members. |
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Wednesday, November 29 at 6 p.m. |
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| The Botanical Bar: Whiskey |
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| These sessions explore the ingredients and history of a variety of classic cocktails and spirits and allow participants to sample and discover the unique characteristics of each beverage. All guests must be above the age of 21. Pre-registration is required. $40, $30 for garden members. |
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Saturday, December 2 at 9 a.m. |
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| Homemade Stationery |
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| Participants will create their own handmade seed paper suitable for stationery, greeting cards, planting in the garden or all of the above! Perfect start to a homemade holiday card or gift. Learn what kinds of paper pulp and seeds work best for creating seed paper as well as European-style sheet forming technique. $40, $30 for garden members. |
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Saturday, December 2 at Noon |
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| Basket Weaving: Angel Wall Basket |
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| Basket weaving is an ancient art form that uses botanical materials to create functional pieces that you can enjoy for years to come. Join Jeannie Sisson to create your own basket! $55, $45 for garden members. |
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Sunday, December 3 at 1 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: Christmas Door Hanger |
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| Design with fresh evergreen and holiday accents in a style that you definitely won't see on your neighbor's door. Structural elements and learned design can be used for years to come. Create beautiful floral designs to display at home or to provide as a gift. Each workshop has its own unique theme which allows you to enjoy a new experience each time you participate. $75, $65 for garden members. |
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Sunday, December 3 at 3 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: Christmas Door Hanger |
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| Design with fresh evergreen and holiday accents in a style that you definitely won't see on your neighbor's door. Structural elements and learned design can be used for years to come. Create beautiful floral designs to display at home or to provide as a gift. Each workshop has its own unique theme which allows you to enjoy a new experience each time you participate. $75, $65 for garden members |
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Wednesday, December 6 at 6 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: Hanukkah Floral Arrangement |
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| Add a fresh floral arrangement to your Hanukkah festivities this season of celebration. Create beautiful floral designs to display at home or to provide as a gift. Each workshop has its own unique theme which allows you to enjoy a new experience each time you participate. $75, $65 for garden members. |
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Thursday, December 7 at 6 p.m. |
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| Basic of Watercolor 1 |
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| Explore the world of watercolor and learn basic techniques to create beautiful and colorful works of art. This course will focus on the fundamentals of watercolor painting, including techniques, materials, tools, color, value, and rendering in watercolor. Absolutely no experience is necessary! This course is a fun way to dip your toe (or brush) into a new medium without the financial expense, as all supplies are provided. $55, $45 for garden members. Pre-registration is required.
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Saturday, December 9 at 10 a.m. |
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| Phone Photography |
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| They say the best camera is the one in your hand– your phone! In this class you will learn how to take beautiful pictures with your smartphone. You will learn how to focus, compose, and expose images correctly. You will learn about the different adjustment options, how to use filters, and how to take fun, creative images with fresh perspectives. $30, $25 for garden members. |
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Saturday, December 9 at 1 p.m. |
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| Phone Photography |
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| They say the best camera is the one in your hand– your phone! In this class you will learn how to take beautiful pictures with your smartphone. You will learn how to focus, compose, and expose images correctly. You will learn about the different adjustment options, how to use filters, and how to take fun, creative images with fresh perspectives. $30, $25 for garden members. |
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Monday, December 11 at 6 p.m. |
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| Holiday Tea and Hospitality with The Tea Smith |
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| Come drink holiday blended and brewed teas by The Tea Smith. Our class will focus on the flavors of the holidays while learning about hospitality and tea throughout the world. We will learn about a variety of teas and of course enjoy drinking tea! $25, $20 for garden members |
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Thursday, December 14 at 6 p.m. |
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| Bring Your Own Vessel Terrariums |
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| Join Lauritzen Gardens and Nodest Home Plants for a hands-on terrarium building workshop. Bring a glass container with a lid of your choice. The container can be a unique thrifted find or even an empty pickle jar, the choice of vessel is up to you. $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Saturday, December 16 at 6 p.m. |
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| Build Your Own Moss Terrarium |
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| Bring a little nature into your life and tap into your creativity by making a moss terrarium with Moss Hunters. We hand pick all of our own moss, shells, and rocks for our terrariums, and would love to show you all how to make them too! We will provide all the materials needed, just bring yourself and any friends that are ready to learn and have a good time while doing it! $55, $45 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Saturday, December 17 at 2 p.m. |
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| Indigo Fabric Dyeing |
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| In this class we will look at the history of blue dyes in human culture as well as the methods of creating an indigo vat through a fermentation process - think sourdough, kefir, or kombucha. We will also look at the Japanese mark making process called shibori to create our own pieces of unique cloth artwork. $60, $50 for garden members. |
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Thursday, December 21 at 6 p.m. |
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| Basic of Watercolor 2 |
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| Dive deeper into watercolor and learn techniques to build your painting tool kit. Expand your repertoire with color mixing exercises and experiments to better understand your pigments. Practice honing your rendering skills by examining plant life and recreating basic structures. $55, $45 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Wednesday, December 27 at 6 p.m. |
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| The Botanical Bar: Bourbon |
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| These sessions explore the ingredients and history of a variety of classic cocktails and spirits and allow participants to sample and discover the unique characteristics of each beverage. All guests must be above the age of 21. Pre-registration is required. $40, $30 for garden members. |
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Thursday, January 4 at 6 p.m. |
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| Book Club: Botany of Desire by Michael Pollan |
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| THREE SESSIONS- Inspired by plants grown in his own garden, in this book, author Michael Pollan looks closely at our relationship with the apple, the tulip, marijuana, and the potato. By chronicling the evolutionary advantages enjoyed by plants that develop qualities favored by people, Pollan leads the reader to consider how we stand in relation to our fellow species. Meets January 4 and 25 and February 29. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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Saturday, January 13 at 10 a.m. |
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| Photography: Introducing Yourself to Your New Camera |
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| In this class, you will learn the basic things you need to know to be able to use your new camera correctly. You will learn about the various photographic modes, how to select manual and autofocus modes, how to format your memory card, how to select various image qualities, and practice creating your first beautiful images with your new camera. $30, $25 for garden members. |
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Saturday, January 13 at 1 p.m. |
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| Photography: Introducing Yourself to Your New Camera |
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| In this class, you will learn the basic things you need to know to be able to use your new camera correctly. You will learn about the various photographic modes, how to select manual and autofocus modes, how to format your memory card, how to select various image qualities, and practice creating your first beautiful images with your new camera. $30, $25 for garden members. |
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Saturday, January 14 at 2 p.m. |
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| Indigo Fabric Dyeing |
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| In this class we will look at the history of blue dyes in human culture as well as the methods of creating an indigo vat through a fermentation process - think sourdough, kefir, or kombucha. We will also look at the Japanese mark making process called shibori to create our own pieces of unique cloth artwork. $60, $50 for garden members. |
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Thursday, March 7 at 6 p.m. |
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| Book Club: Murder Most Florid by Dr. Mark Spencer |
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| THREE SESSIONS- Dr. Mark Spencer is a forensic botanist - in other words, he helps police with cases where plants can unlock clues to solve crimes. Murder Most Florid is an enthralling, first-person account that follows Mark's unconventional and unique career, one that takes him to woodlands, wasteland and roadsides, as well as police labs, to examine the botanical evidence of serious crimes.
Meets March 7 and 28 and April 25. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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