Events and Programs for Adults

Saturday, August 15, 10-11:30AM

Workshop: Tropical Watercolor

Terrace Room

M $50; NM $55

Brooke Hutchens, Redbud Pigment Co.

Register by August 13

Paint a beautiful array of potted tropicals with Brooke Hutchens of Redbud Pigment Co. as she guides us through a beautiful botanically-inspired watercolor piece using handmade pigments that are locally foraged and sustainably sourced.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Workshop-Tropical-Watercolor

Saturday, August 15, 1-5PM

Workshop: ‘Kinusaiga’ – Cloth Collage

Terrace Room

M $50; NM $55

Joel Bacon, Fiber Artist

Register by August 13

Explore the art of kinusaiga in this creative hands-on workshop inspired by Japanese fabric art. Participants will learn how to create beautiful no-sew textile designs using layered fabric scraps, collaging a botanically-inspired piece that encourages thoughtful texturing, peaceful transitions, and a whole lot of fun.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Workshop-Kinusaiga—Cloth-Collage

Saturday, August 22, 9-11:30AM

Workshop: Foraged Floral Arrangements

Terrace Room

M $45; NM $50

Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education

Register by August 20

Learn how to create your own floral arrangement using seasonal flowers and foliage collected from the

garden grounds. We’ll begin with a basic introduction to floral design, go over the already collected materials available, and then head outside to collect a few items together. We’ll end the class by creating our arrangements to take home, as well as discussing tips for foraging in your own yard and ways to prolong the life of your arrangements.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Foraged-Floral-Arrangements

Saturday, August 22, 2-4PM

Workshop: Using Tillandsia for Artistic Display

Terrace Room

M $30; NM $35

Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education

Register by August 20

Learn all about the air plant Tillandsia, a fascinating genus known for growing without soil. Because of this unique growing habit, they can be used to create miniature art displays, plant sculptures, unique gardens, and more. Join us in creating your own piece of living art to take home and show off your unique style.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Workshop-Using-Tillandsia-for-Artistic-Display-22Aug2026

Thursday, August 27, 6-7:30PM

Workshop: Botanical Zentangling

Terrace Room

M $20; NM $25

Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education

Register by August 25

Zentangling is a therapeutic practice in which repetitively utilizing a multitude of shapes and lines in varying sizes and thicknesses creates an intricate and calming 2-D display. Abstract expression is emphasized through a “no mistakes” approach where mindfulness, focus, and meditation allow us to create in a way that is calming and restorative. Join us in a beginner-focused exploration of this unique art form. All supplies are included.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Workshop-Botanical-Zentangling-27Aug2026

Thursday, September 3, 6-7:30PM

Workshop: Homemade Salsas

Terrace Room

M $35; NM $40

Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education.

Register by September 1

Summer is the perfect season for salsa! Guests will have the opportunity to taste test different salsas and discover recipes to take home for garden-fresh deliciousness. Guests will leave with three different salsa recipes and a jar of each to enjoy at home.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Workshop-Homemade-Salsas-03Sep2026

Thursday, September 10, 6-7:30PM

Hardscaping 101

Terrace Room M $15; NM $18

Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education

Register by September 8

Overlooked and often breeding anxiety, hardscapes (our patios, walls, porches, pathways, and more) can oftentimes play an integral part in our gardens and tying everything together. Come dip your toe in with this introductory hardscaping lecture. Learn the basics of patios, pathways, retaining walls, and other structural landscape elements, along with planning tips to create functional and visually appealing outdoor spaces.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Hardscaping-101

Saturday, September 12, 10AM-12PM

Workshop: Fall Patio Pots

Terrace Room

M $45; NM $50

Register by September 15

As we approach 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 half 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 half will be devoted to tracking down these flighty creatures and tagging them, logging them, and submitting them through Monarch Watch.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Workshop-Fall-Patio-Pot-Displays

Saturday, September 12, 2-4PM

Gardening for Wildlife

Terrace Room

M $18; NM $22

Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education

Register by September 10

Create a thriving habitat right in your backyard by incorporating your garden with the world around us, gardening for wildlife rather than against it. Learn how to support birds, butterflies, pollinators, and other beneficial creatures through thoughtful plant selection and sustainable garden practices.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Gardening-for-Wildlife

Sunday, September 13, 2-4PM

Workshop: Tatakizome – Pounded Flower Art

Terrace Room

M $35; NM $40

Kaitlin Bacon, Director of Education

Register by September 10

Pounded flower art is created by hammering floral and botanical elements to transfer the natural dye from within to a natural surface such as cotton paper or linen while retaining the shape of the florals. Learn this unique art technique while indulging yourself in a little bit of ‘stress relieving ‘fun as we experiment, discuss the best types of flowers to use, additional techniques to enhance your art, and more. Each guest will create a set of homemade cards perfect for preserving and honoring the beauty of our summer flowers.

https://72168.blackbaudhosting.com/72168/Workshop-Tatakizome—Pounded-Flower-Art-13Sep2026