Events and Programs for Adults

• Saturday, September 13, 10 AM – 12 PM
• Terrace Room
• Member $50; Nonmember $55
• Brooke Hutchens, Redbud Pigment Co.
• Register by September 11
• REGISTER HERE

Come be inspired by the beauty of nature with Brooke Hutchens of Redbud Pigment Co. as she guides us through a botanically-inspired watercolor and ink mixed media piece featuring a gorgeous wildflower on natural color using handmade pigments that are locally foraged and sustainably sourced. All supplies are included, drawing skills not required (we promise!).

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

• Saturday, September 13, 2 – 4 PM
• Terrace Room
• Member $50; Nonmember $55
• Jacob DeVecchio, Oklahoma Fungi
• Register by September 9
• REGISTER HERE

Join Oklahoma Fungi for a hands-on Mushroom Cultivation Workshop! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to identify various mushroom species and create your own mushroom grow kit. You’ll leave this class with a fully inoculated kit that allows you to grow, harvest, and cook delicious mushrooms. Additionally, you’ll discover how spent mushroom substrate can enhance your garden compost. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grower, this workshop will equip you with the skills to cultivate mushrooms with confidence!

Adult Education Programming supported by Oklahoma City Community Foundation.

• Sunday, September 14, 2 – 4 PM
• Terrace Room
• Member $16; Nonmember $20
• Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education
• Register by September 11
• REGISTER HERE

As we approach the peak migration time for the Monarch butterfly, we can become a part of their journey and the science it takes to monitor it through tagging! We will spend the first hour of class indoors talking about the monarch journey, how we support these beautiful creatures along the way, and why tagging and supporting these monarchs on the final leg of their journey is so important. The second hour will be devoted to tracking down these flighty creatures and tagging them, logging them, and submitting them through Monarch Watch. Each guest will leave with tags to take home to continue their work and the confidence to catch, tag, and release safely.

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.

• 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.