‘Tis the season for this favorite holiday workshop at the Botanical Conservatory. Using a variety of branch tips, design a fragrant evergreen centerpiece complimented by ribbon, pine cones and a festive feature. If you wish, even add some of you own accents from home. Returning instructor and floral designer, Dennis Bowman guides participants through step-by-step assembly including how to tie the perfect bow! While at the Botanical Conservatory, you are also invited to visit the “Timeless Tradition” holiday exhibit. Ages 15+. Registration deadline: November 24. Min. 12. Max. 36.

Code                Date    Day     Time

127501-R2      12/14   Th        6-7:30 pm

127501-S1       12/16   Sa        9:30-11 am

# Sessions/Fee: 1/$49

Member or Volunteer Fee: $44

Location: Bot. Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

‘Tis the season for this favorite holiday workshop at the Botanical Conservatory. Using a variety of branch tips, design a fragrant evergreen centerpiece complimented by ribbon, pine cones and a festive feature. If you wish, even add some of you own accents from home. Returning instructor and floral designer, Dennis Bowman guides participants through step-by-step assembly including how to tie the perfect bow! While at the Botanical Conservatory, you are also invited to visit the “Timeless Tradition” holiday exhibit. Ages 15+. Registration deadline: November 24. Min. 12. Max. 36.

Code                Date    Day     Time

127501-R2      12/14   Th        6-7:30 pm

127501-S1       12/16   Sa        9:30-11 am

# Sessions/Fee: 1/$49

Member or Volunteer Fee: $44

Location: Bot. Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

Design a trendy 4” glass terrarium in the shape of a mushroom that brings a bit of whimsy to any sunny spot! In this guided workshop, your own charming piece comes to life featuring multi-colored layered substrate and shades of green from moss. Enjoy the beauty of indoor plants this winter with minimal care required. Garden admission is included. Ages 10+. Minors must be accompanied by a registered adult. Registration deadline: January 14. Min. 12. Max. 24.

Code               Date    Day     Time

127502-A1      1/21     Su        1-2 pm

# Sessions/Fee: 1/$25

Member or Volunteer Fee: $20

Location: Bot. Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St

Relax mind and body with guided T’ai Chi. Feldenkrais® Practitioner and Bones for Life® Certified Instructor Liz Monnier enhances this art with the ancient Chinese practice of Qigong to fully realize the release that each motion allows. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable fitting shoes. Individual garden admission is included during public hours. Ages 18+. Registration deadline: January 15. Min. 10. Max. 20.

Code                Dates              Day              Time

127401-T1       1/23-2/27         T          10-11 am

127401-T2       1/23-2/27         T          5-6 pm

# Sessions/Fee: 6/$55

Member or Volunteer Fee: $50

Location: Bot. Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

Relax mind and body with guided T’ai Chi. Feldenkrais® Practitioner and Bones for Life® Certified Instructor Liz Monnier enhances this art with the ancient Chinese practice of Qigong to fully realize the release that each motion allows. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable fitting shoes. Individual garden admission is included during public hours. Ages 18+. Registration deadline: January 15. Min. 10. Max. 20.

Code                 Dates              Day             Time

127401-T1       1/23-2/27         T          10-11 am

127401-T2       1/23-2/27         T          5-6 pm

# Sessions/Fee: 6/$55

Member or Volunteer Fee: $50

Location: Bot. Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

Beat those winter blues by welcoming spring early! Bring cheer and color indoors with a fragrant floral display made up of vibrant blossoms including tulips, daffodils and other spring beauties that will be your first blooms of the year. Professional floral designer Dennis Bowman will walk you through the process of assembling a springy basket with cheerful trim as part of your own indoor bulb-garden. You will also learn proper care of the plant material that can be planted outdoors for next spring. All necessary materials are provided, though you are welcome to bring your own accents. Garden admission is included so plan a day away! Ages 15+. Registration deadline: February 10. Min. 12. Max. 20.

Code               Date      Day     Time

127503-S1       2/17     Sa        10:30-11:30 am

# Sessions/Fee: 1/$54

Member or Volunteer Fee: $49

Location: Bot. Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

Create your own epiphytic plant mount in this hands-on, guided workshop. Whether you are an experienced plant parent running out of space for potted plants or a beginner wishing to kickstart your collection with a unique piece, you will learn how to construct and maintain your very own living wall hanging. Also learn about epiphytic plants and what makes them unique. Garden admission is included. Ages 14+. Minors must be accompanied by a registered adult. Registration deadline: March 9. Min. 12. Max. 24.

Code                Date    Day     Time

227504-S1       3/16     Sa        10-11:30 am

# Sessions/Fee: 1/37

Member or Volunteer Fee: $32

Location: Bot. Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.