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| Program Calendar |
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| Click above to see our full schedule of educational opportunities by month on a shoppable calendar. |
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| Prefer to see classes by category? Click above to see our categorized schedule of adult education programs. |
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| NEW Registration Platform |
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| Program registration has migrated from Altru to a NEW platform called XtruLink. Garden members must create a membership account and log in to receive access to discounts on classes, workshops, and camps. Click on the link above for set-up instructions or contact the garden at (402) 346-4002, ext. 201 for assistance. Please note that your previous Altru login will not work on this platform. |
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Thursday, February 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Sound Bathing with Shrader Healing |
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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, percussion, chimes, , shruti boxes, and more. Participants report feeling more relaxed, with improved sleep and overall sense of wellbeing. Pre-registration is required. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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Friday, February 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Charcuterie |
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| Welcome to Boarding School! Join Sandy Vacanti of Artisan Boards of Omaha for a charcuterie class, where you'll learn how to create and design your own board to take home (one board per 2 registered people). A custom board will be provided to sample from during the event. $100, $85 for garden members (2 people per registration). |
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Wednesday, February 26 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Reflective Potting with Guided Meditation |
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| As we experience the winter season, we invite you to explore a different approach to potting, making it a reflective practice using simple mindfulness techniques. This practice will create the opportunity for meaningful insights as you pot a new plant to take home. Each class will offer a different species of plant. Guided by Kathy Reiken-Gutshall. Pre-registration is required. $55, $45 for garden members. |
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Saturday, March 1 from 9 to 11 a.m. |
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| Bricks and Breakfast: Flower Bouquet |
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| THIS EXPERIENCE IS SOLD OUT- In this class, you’ll build your own colorful flower bouquet while enjoying coffee and donuts. Each registration includes one bouquet, morning treats, and access to our spring exhibit. It's the perfect way to kick off your day with creativity and a bit of nostalgia! $45, $35 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Sunday, March 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. |
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| Build Your Own Moss Terrarium Workshop |
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| Bring a little nature into your life and tap into your creativity by making a moss terrarium with Moss Hunters. They hand pick all of our own moss, shells, and rocks for our terrariums, and instruct you how to make them too! They 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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Thursday, March 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Botanical Birch Painting with Ariel Shearer |
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| In this workshop, participants will be using various painting techniques like tape resistant painting, salt painting, and other techniques to create a beautiful winter birch tree scene. All levels of painters are welcome and all supplies are provided. Pre-registration is required. $35, $25 for garden members. |
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Saturday, March 8 from Noon to 4 p.m. |
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| Needle Felting: Shamrock |
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| Join Rhonda Berman of Zipply Art to create an art piece adding a new twist to needle felting. In each class, students will learn also how to prepare a zipper, apply a pattern, embellishment tips and finishing options. $40, $30 for garden members. |
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Sunday, March 9 from 9 to 11 a.m. |
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| Candle Making Workshop with Telle & Resa Candle Co. |
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| Join us for a fun and easy candle-making workshop to make and customize your own 10 oz. soy candle. Includes all natural ingredients and the materials needed to create a candle perfect for any space. Pre-registration is required. $50, $40 for garden member. |
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Sunday, March 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. |
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| Indigo Fabric Dyeing with Ashton Page |
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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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Wednesday, March 12 from 6 to 7 p.m. |
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Wednesday, March 12 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Reflective Potting with Guided Meditation |
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| As we enter the spring season, we invite you to explore a different approach to potting, making it a reflective practice using simple mindfulness techniques. This practice will create the opportunity for meaningful insights as you pot a new plant to take home. Each class will offer a different species of plant. Guided by Kathy Reiken-Gutshall. Pre-registration is required. $55, $45 for garden members |
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Friday, March 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Charcuterie |
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| Welcome to Boarding School! Join Sandy Vacanti of Artisan Boards of Omaha for a charcuterie class, where you'll learn how to create and design your own board to take home (one board per 2 registered people). A custom board will be provided to sample from during the event. $100, $85 for garden members (2 people per registration). |
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Saturday, March 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
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| Basket Weaving: Spring 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. This month, join Jeannie Sisson to create your own woven basket using purple and light green reed with natural reed sprinkled in (8” long x 5” tall, not including the handle. The circumference will be about 31"). $55, $45 for garden members. |
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Saturday, March 15 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. |
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| Intro to Poetry Workshop: How Form Affects Our Poetry |
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| This class will explain form and free verse poetry, explore ways of structuring poetry to affect the voice in your poetry, and show ways of playing with free verse to emphasize and change how a poem is read. Everyone is welcome, whether you are new to poetry or have been writing for years. $20, $15 for garden members.
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Sunday, March 16 from 1 to 3 p.m. |
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| DIY Flower Press: Create and Design with Holly Lukasiewicz |
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| This hands-on class will guide you through the process of building your own flower press. You will then personalize the top surface of your press with a decoupage pressed flower design. Pre-registration is required. $75, $65 for garden members. |
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Monday, March 17 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: Pot of Gold |
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| Join instructor Karen Vice for a botanical design workshop and learn basic floral design skills that can be used to create all types of arrangements. This month's class gives participants the chance to create their very own “end-of-the-rainbow” masterpiece! Design a stunning floral arrangement with a color palette that radiates golden treasures. Pre-registration is required one week before the workshop. $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, March 18 and Wednesday, March 19, 2025 |
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| Sandhill Crane Migration Tour |
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| Journey along the Platte River Valley and experience hundreds of thousands of beautiful Sandhill cranes in their majestic migration. This is a must-see tour where you will enjoy one of nature’s treasures, and is also a great chance for unique birding and photography opportunities. |
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Thursday, March 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Sound Bathing with Shrader Healing |
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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, percussion, chimes, , shruti boxes, and more. Participants report feeling more relaxed, with improved sleep and overall sense of wellbeing. Pre-registration is required. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, March 25 from 6 to 9 p.m. |
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| Macrame Plant Hanger |
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| In this hands-on class, you’ll learn three basic macrame knots to craft a unique, boho-chic plant holder. You’ll receive an empty two-gallon plant pot to fill with the plant of your choice. All materials are provided, including natural undyed cotton cording and wooden beads (plain or painted). $55, $45 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Saturday, March 29 from 10 a.m. to noon |
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| Phone Photography Workshop |
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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. Led by Michele Zephier, 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, March 29 from 1 to 3 p.m. |
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| Phone Photography 2 Workshop |
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| In this class, we will go beyond simply how to take photos and take a deep dive into editing and ways to take your phone photos to the next level! You will learn the tips and tricks of how to create artistic images both before and AFTER you take a photo. You will leave this class with an understanding of how to use the editing tools on your phone for truly stunning images, how to keep your photos organized, and more. Pre-requisite: Phone Photography 1. $30, $25 for garden members. |
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Saturday, March 29 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. |
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| Street and Candid Photography Workshop |
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| Street or candid photography is a photographic practice of shooting people in everyday life in everyday environments. Learn how to frame, time the shot, and create beautiful photos in public, in your home, in the garden, and while on the go! Pre-registration is required. $30, $25 for garden members. |
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Monday, March 31 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: Succulent Dish Garden |
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| Join instructor Karen Vice for a botanical design workshop and learn basic floral design skills that can be used to create all types of arrangements. This month's class gives participants the chance to create a stunning succulent garden with expert guidance and premium supplies. Each designer-selected container is thoughtfully curated to showcase dimension, color, and texture—guaranteed to impress! Pre-registration is required one week before the workshop. $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, April 1 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 28. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID. |
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Tuesday, April 1 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: Indoor Plant Dish Garden |
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| Enhance your indoor plant collection with a beautifully designed dish garden featuring a variety of lush green plants. Each plant is carefully chosen by Karen Vice for its unique beauty and character, creating a vibrant and captivating display. Pre-registration is required. $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Wednesday, April 2 from 6 to 7 p.m. |
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| Yoga in the Garden |
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| Breathe, get grounded, and enjoy gentle balancing, stretching, and mindful movement in this Hatha yoga class that honors the seasons. Take the time to unwind and treat your senses to the beauty of the garden — a wonderful mid-week break for body, mind, and spirit. Appropriate for every body and every level of practitioner (ages 16 and up). $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is requested. |
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Thursday, April 3 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Propagation Bouquet with Nodest Home Plants |
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| Learn how to propagate from several plants and care for them at home! Each participant will learn from propagation demonstrations and take cuttings to grow at home.. $35, $25 for garden members. Pre-registration is required |
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Saturday, April 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
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| Basket Weaving: Berry Basket |
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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. This month, join Jeannie Sisson to create your own berry basket, a medium-sized basket woven in a natural reed. The wire handle will be your choice of blueberry, raspberry, or natural reed. The bottom of this basket is woven with round reed and measures 7” wide. The top of the basket before the handle is approximately 6.5” and the circumference is 32”. $55, $45 for garden members. |
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Saturday, April 5 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. |
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| Poetry Writing Workshop: The Golden Shovel |
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| In this class, we will explore the form poem The Golden Shovel. We will also open with a fun ice-breaker, and close with a surprise poetry prompt. Pre-registration is required. $20, $15 for garden members. |
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Saturday, April 5 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. |
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| Night Skies with the Omaha Astronomical Society |
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| 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. Pre-registration is required. $30, $20 for garden members. |
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Sunday, April 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. |
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| Build Your Own Moss Terrarium Workshop |
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| Bring a little nature into your life and tap into your creativity by making a moss terrarium with Moss Hunters. They hand pick all of our own moss, shells, and rocks for our terrariums, and instruct you how to make them too! They 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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Tuesday, April 8 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 28. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID. |
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Wednesday, April 9 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Reflective Potting with Guided Meditation |
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| As we enter the spring season, we invite you to explore a different approach to potting, making it a reflective practice using simple mindfulness techniques. This practice will create the opportunity for meaningful insights as you pot a new plant to take home. Each class will offer a different species of plant. Guided by Kathy Reiken-Gutshall. Pre-registration is required. $55, $45 for garden members. |
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Wednesday, April 9 from 6 to 7 p.m. |
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| Yoga in the Garden |
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| Breathe, get grounded, and enjoy gentle balancing, stretching, and mindful movement in this Hatha yoga class that honors the seasons. Take the time to unwind and treat your senses to the beauty of the garden — a wonderful mid-week break for body, mind, and spirit. Appropriate for every body and every level of practitioner (ages 16 and up). $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is requested. |
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Thursday, April 10 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. |
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| Spring Ephemerals Guided Garden Tour |
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| Join plant records curator, Trent Erickson, for a guided tour of the garden, as early spring emerges in the form of ephemerals like bloodroots, shooting stars, and bluebells. These short-live beauties pop up to add color to the landscape before trees overhead block the light. The tram will drive through the garden, and we will make many walking stops along the way. Pre-registration is required. $20, $10 for garden members. |
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Thursday, April 10 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Sound Bathing with Shrader Healing |
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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, percussion, chimes, , shruti boxes, and more. Participants report feeling more relaxed, with improved sleep and overall sense of wellbeing. Pre-registration is required. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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Saturday, April 12 from Noon to 4 p.m. |
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| Needle Felting: Bunny |
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| Join Rhonda Berman of Zipply Art to create an art piece adding a new twist to needle felting. In each class, students will learn also how to prepare a zipper, apply a pattern, embellishment tips and finishing options. $40, $30 for garden members. |
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Sunday, April 13 from 1 to 3 p.m. |
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| Pressed and Framed Flora with Holly Lukasiewicz |
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| This pressed flower workshop will introduce participants to the art and science of preserving botanical elements through flattening and drying techniques. Attendees will learn different pressing methods, explore composition strategies, and leave with a nature-inspired keepsake, framed and mounted on handmade paper. Pre-registration is required. $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Monday, April 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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Tuesday, April 15 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 28. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID. |
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Wednesday, April 16 from 6 to 7 p.m. |
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| Botanical Book Club: Meadowland by John Lewis-Stempel |
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| FIVE SESSIONS: April 16, April 30, May 7, and May 21. May 27 from 6 to 7 p.m. session held at Joslyn Castle. Books will be given to participants at the first session. Classes will be held in-person and will move to Zoom in the event of inclement weather. $40, $30 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Tuesday, April 22 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 28. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID. |
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Wednesday, April 23 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Orchid Mounting Workshop with Nodest Home Plants |
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| This workshop invites you to explore the symbiosis between orchids and cork bark. Join experts from Nodest Home Plants for a serene and insightful experience, as we delve into the meticulous and artful process of elevating orchids through this ancient mounting technique. $65, $55 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Saturday, April 26 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. |
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| Warbler Walk |
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| Lauritzen Gardens hosts a surprising diversity of bird life. The list of 161 species sighted at the garden includes 23 different warblers, beautiful little birds that migrate up the Missouri River in spring. In celebration of Nebraska Migratory Bird Month, founding director of conservation Jim Locklear will lead a walking tour of Lauritzen Gardens that will highlight the natural history of these captivating travelers. $20, $10 for garden members. Preregistration is required. |
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Saturday, April 26 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. |
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| Papermaking: Pulp Painting |
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| Pulp painting is the technique of adding dyed or pigmented pulp into a sheet of paper as the sheet is being formed. Explore painting with pigmented pulp as well as the natural hues of plant fiber and create unique greeting cards or standalone paperworks to take home! $50, $40 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Sunday, April 27 from 9 to 11 a.m. |
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| Candle Making Workshop with Telle & Resa Candle Co. |
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| Join us for a fun and easy candle-making workshop to make and customize your own 10 oz. soy candle. Includes all natural ingredients and the materials needed to create a candle perfect for any space. Pre-registration is required. $50, $40 for garden member. |
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Tuesday, April 29 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 28. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID. |
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Wednesday, April 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: May Day |
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| Join instructor Karen Vice for a botanical design workshop and learn basic floral design skills that can be used to create all types of arrangements. This class will get participants prepared for May Day, as they create 3 petite, fresh arrangements to hang on doors on May 1. Pre-registration is required one week before the workshop. $65, $55 for garden members. Picture is representative of, but not identical to the project. |
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Wednesday, April 30 from 6 to 7 p.m. |
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| Yoga in the Garden |
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| Breathe, get grounded, and enjoy gentle balancing, stretching, and mindful movement in this Hatha yoga class that honors the seasons. Take the time to unwind and treat your senses to the beauty of the garden — a wonderful mid-week break for body, mind, and spirit. Appropriate for every body and every level of practitioner (ages 16 and up). $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is requested. |
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Saturday, May 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
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| Basket Weaving: Bumble Bee Basket |
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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. This month, join Jeannie Sisson to create your own bumble bee basket, a cute basket with a traditional woven base, black leather handles, and a metal bumble bee embellishment. Measures 5” wide x 10” long. $55, $45 for garden members. |
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Saturday, May 3 from Noon to 4 p.m. |
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| Needle Felting: Rosebud |
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| Join Rhonda Berman of Zipply Art to create an art piece adding a new twist to needle felting. In each class, students will learn also how to prepare a zipper, apply a pattern, embellishment tips and finishing options. Pre-registration is required. $40, $30 for garden members. |
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Saturday, May 3 from 9 to 11 p.m. |
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| Night Skies with the Omaha Astronomical Society |
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| 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. Pre-registration is required. $30, $20 for garden members. |
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Sunday, May 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. |
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| Indigo Fabric Dyeing with Ashton Page |
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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, May 5 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Botanical Design: Fiesta Flowers |
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| Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with bold, vibrant floral designs that capture the spirit of the holiday. Forecast: A festive mix of flowers and fun! Pre-registration is required. $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, May 6 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 28. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID. |
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Wednesday, May 7 from 6 to 7 p.m. |
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| Yoga in the Garden |
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| Breathe, get grounded, and enjoy gentle balancing, stretching, and mindful movement in this Hatha yoga class that honors the seasons. Take the time to unwind and treat your senses to the beauty of the garden — a wonderful mid-week break for body, mind, and spirit. Appropriate for every body and every level of practitioner (ages 16 and up). $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is requested. |
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Wednesday, May 7 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Reflective Potting with Guided Meditation |
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| As we experience the spring season, we invite you to explore a different approach to potting, making it a reflective practice using simple mindfulness techniques. This practice will create the opportunity for meaningful insights as you pot a new plant to take home. Each class will offer a different species of plant. Guided by Kathy Reiken-Gutshall. Pre-registration is required. $55, $45 for garden members |
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Thursday, May 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Spring Arboretum Tour with Steve Rodie |
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| Enjoy a detailed dive into the diversity of the tree collection in the garden's Arboretum and Oberman Bird Sanctuary. This educational tour features a tram drive into Lauritzen Gardens and a guided walk with Steve Rodie to talk about the wonders of trees in the the spring-including blossoms, catkins, and leaves. Preregistration is required. $20, $10 for garden members. |
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Saturday, May 10 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. |
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| Bookbinding: Side Stab Books |
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| Learn the basics of side-stab bookbinding with Chelsea Herman! This book structure is ideal for binding single sheets of paper together and does not require glue. Additional pages can be added or inserted later, making it ideal for photo albums or books that include handmade sheets of paper.
$60, $50 for garden members. Pre-registration is required |
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Sunday, May 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. |
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| Pressed and Framed Flora with Holly Lukaziewicz |
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| This pressed flower workshop will introduce participants to the art and science of preserving botanical elements through flattening and drying techniques. Attendees will learn different pressing methods, explore composition strategies, and leave with a nature-inspired keepsake, framed and mounted on handmade paper. Pre-registration is required. $65, $55 for garden members. |
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Tuesday, May 13 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 28. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID. |
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Tuesday, May 13 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Carnivorous Bog Workshop with Nodest Home Plants |
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| Curious about carnivorous plants? Join Roy Bradburn from Nodest Home Plants for a hands-on workshop where you’ll build your own carnivorous bog garden! Roy will guide you through creating the perfect environment for these unique plants, and you'll leave with your very own thriving bog garden. After assembling, we’ll cover plant care and have a Q&A session to ensure you feel confident in looking after your new plants. $40, $30 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Wednesday, May 14 from 6 to 7 p.m. |
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| Yoga in the Garden |
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| Breathe, get grounded, and enjoy gentle balancing, stretching, and mindful movement in this Hatha yoga class that honors the seasons. Take the time to unwind and treat your senses to the beauty of the garden — a wonderful mid-week break for body, mind, and spirit. Appropriate for every body and every level of practitioner (ages 16 and up). $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is requested. |
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Wednesday, May 14 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Floral and Flowering Teas with The Tea Smith |
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| Come along on a sensory journey of flowering and floral teas. We will steep and taste several different teas made from a variety of flowers and teas made to create an impressive display as they steep. It should be an informative and delightful sensory experience for all! $25, $20 for garden members. |
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Thursday, May 15 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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| Sound Bathing with Shrader Healing |
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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, percussion, chimes, , shruti boxes, and more. Participants report feeling more relaxed, with improved sleep and overall sense of wellbeing. Pre-registration is required. $45, $35 for garden members. |
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Saturday, May 17 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. |
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| Papermaking: Sculptural Techniques with Pulp and String |
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| Explore sculptural techniques that use plant fiber in the form of both cordage and pulp! This workshop offers an opportunity to learn lamination, dipping, and wrapping techniques as well as methods for collecting and preparing string, twine, and fiber from grown or foraged plants.
$50, $40 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Tuesday, May 20 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 28. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID. |
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Tuesday, May 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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Tuesday, May 20 and Thursday, May 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. |
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| Drawing Flowers |
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| Two sessions. Join us as we have fun drawing seasonal botanical favorites! Participants will learn to draw beautiful flowers of each season and learn more about their floral families. This course is welcome to all experience levels. All materials will be provided to use during the class. $65, $55 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Wednesday, May 21 from 6 to 7 p.m. |
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| Yoga in the Garden |
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| Breathe, get grounded, and enjoy gentle balancing, stretching, and mindful movement in this Hatha yoga class that honors the seasons. Take the time to unwind and treat your senses to the beauty of the garden — a wonderful mid-week break for body, mind, and spirit. Appropriate for every body and every level of practitioner (ages 16 and up). $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is requested. |
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Wednesday, May 21 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. |
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Saturday, May 25 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. |
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| Networking Workshop- Make Meaningful Connections and Explore the Gardens |
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| Whether you're a young sapling or an ancient Great Basin bristlecone pine, great trees don't grow alone. Join Kevin Thompson for a 30-minute talk on how to make meaningful connections from a personal and professional perspective, then "walk the talk" together on a 60-minute group garden exploration. $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is required. |
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Sunday, May 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. |
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| Candle Making Workshop with Telle & Resa Candle Co. |
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| Join us for a fun and easy candle-making workshop to make and customize your own 10 oz. soy candle. Includes all natural ingredients and the materials needed to create a candle perfect for any space. Pre-registration is required. $50, $40 for garden member. |
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Tuesday, May 27 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 28. No reservations are required. Drop in and bring your membership card and photo ID. |
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Wednesday, May 28 from 6 to 7 p.m. |
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| Yoga in the Garden |
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| Breathe, get grounded, and enjoy gentle balancing, stretching, and mindful movement in this Hatha yoga class that honors the seasons. Take the time to unwind and treat your senses to the beauty of the garden — a wonderful mid-week break for body, mind, and spirit. Appropriate for every body and every level of practitioner (ages 16 and up). $15, $10 for garden members. Pre-registration is requested. |
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