Events and Programs for Adults

• Every Thursday in September, 6 – 7:30 PM
• Member $60; Nonmember $80 whole series
• REGISTER HERE

Connect with the world around (and within) you through the creative lens of a nature journal. Through the course of this series, we will learn why nature journals are important; strategies for observation and recording through pictures, words, and numbers; how to capture illustration through quick sketching; determining our preferred toolboxes; and so much more. This class will predominately take place outdoors. Supplies provided, but consider bringing a cushion or stadium seat for comfort.

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

• Every Thursday in September, 6 – 7:30 PM
• Member $60; Nonmember $80 whole series
• REGISTER HERE

Connect with the world around (and within) you through the creative lens of a nature journal. Through the course of this series, we will learn why nature journals are important; strategies for observation and recording through pictures, words, and numbers; how to capture illustration through quick sketching; determining our preferred toolboxes; and so much more. This class will predominately take place outdoors. Supplies provided, but consider bringing a cushion or stadium seat for comfort.

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

• Sunday, September 28, 2 – 4 PM
• Terrace Room
• Member $45; Nonmember $50
• Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education
• Register by September 24
• REGISTER HERE

Beauty can be found in all seasons. Come enjoy putting your own piece of natural beauty together by decorating a grapevine wreath with collected grasses, seed heads, dried flowers, and more. Tips and tricks for maintaining your wreath as well as options for changing pieces out will be discussed. All tools and supplies provided.

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

• Thursday, October 2, 6-7PM
• 2^nd Floor Conference Room
• Member $12; Nonmeber $15
• Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education
• Register by September 30
• REGISTER HERE

Strategically using mulch and groundcovers can be critical for maintaining the health of your plants in the most extreme conditions of our seasons. Learn about what mulches to choose and why, how to apply them, and ideal timing and placement to maximize your garden’s success.

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

• Saturday, October 4, 10-11:30AM
• Terrace Room
• Member $55; Nonmember $60
  Optional Decorative Vase Add-On: $10
• Aya Okada, Saika JP Flower
• Register by September 30
• REGISTER HERE

Join Saika JP Flower in this workshop where we will learn the basics of floral arranging through the creation of a beautiful, seasonal arrangement reflecting the aesthetic and culture of Japanese florals. Take away tips and tricks for successful arranging and how to keep your arrangements long-lasting. Glass vases are provided; decorative vases are available for an additional cost.

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

• Saturday, October 4, 1-5PM
• 2^nd Floor Conference Room
• Member $35; Nonmember $40
• Joel Bacon, Fiber Artist
• Register by September 30
• REGISTER HERE

Create a set of adorable, felted pumpkins perfect for any Fall display. We will guide you through the methods and strategies for creating your pumpkin and future projects, as well as send you home fully equipped to continue creating well after the class is over.

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

• Sunday, October 5, 2-4PM
• Terrace Room
• Member $45; Nonmember $50
• Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education
• Register by October 1
• REGISTER HERE

Create a beautiful autumnal flower arrangement that will be nestled in a pumpkin, perfect for a Fall centerpiece! Guests will be guided through basic floral arrangement strategies as we put together our art in mason jars before sinking them into our pumpkins. We will finish off our arrangements with a beautiful, rustic ribbon bow to tie it all together.

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

• Saturday, October 18, 10AM-12PM
• Terrace Room
• Member $50; Nonmember $55
• Brooke Hutchens, Redbud Pigment Co.
• Register by October 15
• REGISTER HERE

Paint a delightful cluster of Fall pumpkins with Brooke Hutchens of Redbud Pigment Co. as she guides us through a botanically-inspired watercolor piece using handmade pigments that are locally foraged and sustainably sourced.

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.