Botanical Garden. Spring Education. Greater Des Moines. Exploring, explaining and celebrating the world of plants SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES

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1 Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden Exploring, explaining and celebrating the world of plants Spring Education PHOTO BY KELLY NORRIS SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES

2 ADULT How to Register Pre-registration is required for all classes and programs except where noted. Most workshops have registration deadlines; please check the Calendar of Events at dmbotanicalgarden.com for deadline dates. We encourage you to register early, as class sizes are limited. Please note, only named individuals on the Botanical Garden membership are eligible for the member rates. For questions, please call the education department at Register by: Telephone: Please call between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. To expedite your call, please have your credit card number and class selections ready. Online: Online class registration is available anytime. Please visit the Calendar of Events at dmbotanicalgarden.com and follow the appropriate link(s). Cancellations and Refunds Class registrants who cancel five or more days prior to a class will received a full refund. Cancellations less than five days are non-refundable please consider your payment a donation to the Botanical Garden. Refunds are not given for missed classes. In the event a class is canceled, registrants will be fully refunded. You will be notified as early as possible via phone or , so please be sure to provide accurate contact information when registering. The Botanical Garden is not responsible for lack of notification if not provided with accurate contact details. PHOTO BY KELLY NORRIS Horticulture & Gardening Vegetable Gardening 101 with Jenny Quiner, Dogpatch Urban Gardens Saturday, April 7, 10-11:30 a.m. Get ready to grow your own veggies this summer and experience the wonder and satisfaction of homegrown produce. This class provides the firm foundation needed for veggie gardening success including site selection, soil preparation, plant selection, planting, maintenance and harvesting. Each student will receive two Seed Savers Exchange seed packets. Members $20, Nonmembers $25 Bringing Birds to Your Backyard with Doug Harr, President of Iowa Audubon Tuesday, April 10, 11 a.m.-noon This program illustrates the best types of landscaping to attract a large variety of nesting birds no matter your lot size. Learn how winter feeding can bring in not only local species, but also migrants from much farther north. This lecture focuses on how native Iowa vegetation can help stabilize or even increase our native bird populations. Members $15, Nonmembers $20 Houseplant Hike with Art Terrarium and Botanical Garden Staff Thursday, April 12, 5:30-7 p.m. Ever wonder how your houseplants grow in the wild? Enjoy a tour of the conservatory with Botanical Garden staff that highlights the natural growth habits of several common indoor plants. Learn helpful tips from Art Terrarium owner Andrea Metzler on how to keep your houseplants healthy, then pot one up to take home and enjoy. Members $25, Nonmembers $30 Selecting Roses for Your Garden with Leslie Hunter, Botanical Garden horticulturist Thursday, May 3, 6-7 p.m. With many beautiful and diverse rose varieties to choose from, it can be difficult to select the best for your space. Explore different varieties, determine how to recognize the qualities that make roses compatible with your garden, and learn helpful tips for growing and maintenance. Members $15, Nonmembers $20 SELECTING ROSES FOR YOUR GARDEN 2 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES 2018 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES

3 ADULT ADULT Beginner Botany for Gardeners with Whitney Bouma, Master of Science in Botany Saturday, June 9, 10 a.m.-noon Every gardener knows that plants can be the source of not only joy and beauty, but also mystery and a bit of frustration. This introductory class sheds light on the basics of how plants work and explains the science behind helpful gardening tips. Participants will receive their own copy of Brian Capon s Botany for Gardeners. Members $35, Nonmembers $45 Introduction to Tree Identification with Josh Schultes, Botanical Garden horticulturist Saturday, June 23, 10-11:15 a.m. Understand your surroundings in a new way with this program that covers the basics of tree identification techniques. Learn how to recognize leaf shapes and use field guides. Then take a walking tour of the outdoor gardens to practice your new naturalist skills. Members $15, Nonmembers $20 Last Saturday Stroll Don t miss these exclusive opportunities to join Botanical Garden horticulture staff on the last Saturday of every month for a roving lecture through the outdoor gardens. Each lecture highlights plants of interest and how to grow them successfully, while giving an insider s scoop on the gardens as they evolve. April 28, 10-11:30 a.m. May 26, 10-11:30 a.m. June 30, 10-11:30 a.m. Members Free, Nonmembers $16 Art & Design Terrariums with Botanical Garden staff Tuesday, April 24, 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 5:30-7 p.m. Merge plants, science and design to create miniature worlds. Learn how to design and care for terrariums, then build your own in this hands-on workshop. We provide the ingredients (gravel, rocks, soil, plants, moss and lichen) to put in your terrarium; you provide the container. Terrarium glassware is for sale in the Garden Shop. Participants are also welcome to bring their own glass container. Members $30, Nonmembers $35 Garden-Inspired Mosaics with Maggie Harlow-Vogt, Des Moines Art Center Thursday, May 17, 6-7:30 p.m. Create a glass mosaic tile that you can use as a coaster or trivet. Find inspiration in the gardens for a mosaic tile design then select and cut glass to complete your tile. Members $30, Nonmembers $35 CYANOTYPES, PHOTOGRAMS AND NON-CAMERA PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES Cyanotypes, Photograms and Non-Camera Photography Techniques with Peter Shellenberger, Artist Saturday, May 19 or May 26, 10 a.m.-noon Learn, experiment and practice non-camera photography techniques with botanical garden subject matter during one or both of these sessions. Use the same technique as Anna Atkins, the creator of the first book of photographs, to make beautiful images from live plants and sun exposure. These workshops provide a space to slow down and practice the art of looking as well as the opportunity to capture nature through unique artistic processes. Participants who attend both sessions have the opportunity to explore more advanced processes and have extended time for guided practice. Members $30, Nonmembers $35* *Price listed for an individual session. Advanced Terrariums with Derek Carwood, Botanical Garden curatorial horticulturist Saturday, June 2, 10:30 a.m.-noon In this premium hands-on workshop, create and care for your own closed ecosystem complete with exotic orchids and carnivorous plants. All plants and terrarium supplies are included. Members $80, Nonmembers $90 Mimosas and Art: Whimsical Planters at the Des Moines Art Center Sunday, June 3, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Create a fun and simple planter from clay in the Art Center s studios, then learn how to properly plant a succulent in your planter with the guidance of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. Please note this class will take place at the Des Moines Art Center in Ceramics Studio 7. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Tuition: Member $24, Nonmember $30; Material fee $20 Botanical Inks with Maggie Howe, Girl with a Sword Productions Thursday, June 7, 6-7:30 p.m. Learn how to make botanically based inks using everyday ingredients. Experiment with several different kinds of botanical inks and take a handmade set home for writing and drawing. Members $35, Nonmembers $45 4 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES 2018 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES

4 ADULT ADULT PLEIN AIR WATERCOLOR PAINTING Plein Air Watercolor Painting with John Preston, Artist Monday, June 11 and 18, 1-3 p.m. Learn basic watercolor techniques in this two-part course. Find artistic inspiration and work within the beautiful surroundings of the Botanical Garden. All materials are provided and registration includes both sessions. Members $65, Nonmembers $75 Get Dirty in the Studio: Terrariums for Two at the Des Moines Art Center Thursday, June 28, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Create artwork together with your significant other or friend while enjoying drinks, light snacks and romantic music. Etch a design into a glass container and learn how to transform your creation into a terrarium with the help of Botanical Garden staff. Please note this class will take place at the Des Moines Art Center in Principal Studio 5. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Tuition per couple: Member $60, Nonmember $48; Material fee $25 Food & Drink Coffee Exploration and Tasting with Horizon Line Coffee Shop and Derek Carwood, Botanical Garden curatorial horticulturist Saturday, April 14, 10-11:30 a.m. Don t miss this one-of-a-kind lecture and chance to taste coffee grown right in the Botanical Garden conservatory! Learn how and where coffee grows. Explore the processing and roasting of beans, then experience the flavor variations that result. Sample natural, honey and washed processed coffees from singleorigin sources, and also taste the Botanical Garden s own coffee. Each participant will receive a handmade, limited-edition coffee mug by local artist Mason Kessinger to commemorate their Des Moines single-origin coffee tasting experience. Members $40, Nonmembers $50 Wellness Green Spring Cleaning Workshop with Jocelyn Engman, Pickle Creek Herbal Thursday, April 5, 6-7:30 p.m. This MIY (Make-It-Yourself) workshop focuses on using herbs and essential oils to create all-natural cleaning products for a fresh and spotless home. Learn the chemistry of getting clean, the basic ingredients used in all-natural cleaning products and the essential plant oils that can be used as natural cleaners and disinfectants. Mix up your own all-purpose surface cleaner, bathroom scrub and glass spray. Plus, get tips for creating naturally clean and garden-fresh air in your home. Members $35, Nonmembers $45 Yoga at the Garden in partnership with dmyoga Unwind, renew and reconnect your spirit to nature in the beauty and serenity of the Botanical Garden on the last Wednesday of every month. This all-levels yoga series is designed to help you explore your practice with a variety of experienced and personable instructors from across the Midwest. Arrive at 5:30 p.m. to spend a half-hour enjoying the gardens, and then participate in an hour-long yoga practice at 6 p.m. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or towel. Walk-in spots may not always be available for each class. Guarantee your spot by registering in advance. April 25, 5:30-7 p.m. May 30, 5:30-7 p.m. June 27, 5:30-7 p.m. Members Free, Nonmembers $20 (walk-in or preregistered) 6 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES 2018 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES

5 YOUTH YOUTH Story Time Story Sprouts Fridays 10:30-11 a.m. June 1-Aug. 31 Join us for this fun, interactive story time tailored toward children ages 2 to 5 that explores nature and plants. During each program, participants will enjoy stories and an activity based on the week s theme. For a detailed schedule, visit dmbotanicalgarden.com. Registration not required. Members Free; Nonmembers $3/youth; Adults and Seniors pay general admission Summer Camp Enroll children ages 6-10 in this day camp that allows children to explore the natural world through the lens of their favorite activities. Using the gardens as unique classrooms, children are inspired to create and explore with hands-on activities. Guest speakers from a wide range of expertise will also participate. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dates and Themes: June 18-22: Outdoor Explorers The camp for the curious nature lover, Outdoor Explorers offers up-close-and-personal experiences with plants and animals alike. Hosted at the Brenton Arboretum, campers will explore 143 acres of prairies, streams and ponds while they learn more about and enjoy the great outdoors. (Note: The Brenton Arboretum is located approximately 25 minutes from Des Moines near Dallas Center.) June 25-29: Theater Sprouts NEW! Using the gardens as inspiration, children attending this camp will rehearse throughout the week and present a one-of-a-kind production at the conclusion of camp. Creative writing, poetree slams, puppetry, song, dance, set decorations and costume design will all be part of this weeklong exploration in performance. July 9-13: Junior Botanists Science takes a step outside during this week of camp, where children will be able to take a closer look at what makes plants so unique, including performing a seed dissection. From planting to science experiments to exploring ecosystems, this week will open up a whole new side of the garden. July 16-20: Budding Chefs What better way to appreciate the bounty of a garden than by cooking with fresh produce? Children will not only have the chance to taste dishes they prepare, but also learn how to correctly measure ingredients and follow a recipe. Little chefs will learn to connect the ingredients they use to where they come from during this exciting week of camp that celebrates the tastier side of plants! SUMMER CAMP July 23-27: Garden Artists The Botanical Garden s plant collection and unique garden spaces serve as the perfect inspiration for young artists. Children will learn many fun ways to make art from nature including sun prints, painting, sculpture and flower arranging. July 30-Aug. 3: Green Thumbs From seed to sprout to sapling, children will learn to start, grow and care for plants properly. Children will dig, plant, water, and weed in the garden while exploring the wide world of plants. Aug. 6-10: Magic in the Garden NEW! Children will explore the magic of the garden using basic chemistry skills. Experiments with solids, liquids and gases to create potions and elixirs will make them feel like a real wizard. If you forget your magic wand, don t worry: we will make one during this exciting new camp. Aug : Young Naturalists Aspiring naturalists will learn more about the diverse ecosystems and biomes that cover the globe. Children will be inspired to investigate, create and experiment when exploring native plants and animals of different biomes. The desert and tropical rainforest biomes located in our conservatory will spur creativity from food web crafts to habitat games. Price (per child, per week): Members $210, Nonmembers $250 Price includes camp T-shirt, daily snack, supplies for all activities, and multiple projects to take home and enjoy. Registration for all camps closes 10 days prior to the start date. 8 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES 2018 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES

6 ALL AGES STUDENTS & TEACHERS Drop-In Programs Free with regular admission; registration is not required. All programs are held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Demonstrations: Ask questions and get answers about unique botanical topics. Tours: Discover what s in bloom at the Botanical Garden on a 30-minute tour. Bonsai: See the Iowa Bonsai Association in action as they work on specimens and field questions about the art of bonsai. Studios: For a hands-on experience, join us to create a botanically inspired craft to take home. April 7: Demonstration: Carnivorous Plant Exploration April 14: Tours: Garden Highlights at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. April 21: Earth Day: Free admission with assorted games, crafts and activities April 28: Studio: Start a Vegetable Seed May 5: Demonstration: Cacti of Mexico May 11-13: Spring Garden Festival: Assorted games, crafts and activities May 19: Bonsai: Iowa Bonsai Association demonstration May 26: Studio: Botanical Drawing June 9: Tours: Garden Highlights at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. June 16: Bonsai: Iowa Bonsai Association demonstration June 23: Studio: Sun Prints Potting Bench Group Workshops Potting Bench classes are fun outings for groups of all ages and interests. Choose from three seasonally offered hands-on workshops that guide participants through creating a unique piece to take home and enjoy. Current offerings include: Terrariums Fairy Gardens Succulent Dish Gardens Classes require a minimum of eight people with a maximum of 20 and must be booked at least two weeks in advance. All supplies are included in the cost of registration. For more details and reservation form, visit dmbotanicalgarden.com. DROP-IN PROGRAM School Field Trip Programs September through May Take a field trip to the Botanical Garden! Students engage in fun, hands-on learning while exploring plants and developing their science skills. We offer interdisciplinary tours and programs aligned with the Iowa Core, Next Generation Science Standards and local curricula for grades Pre-K-12. For more details and field trip requests, visit the Students & Teachers page at dmbotanicalgarden.com. Guided Programs (minimum of eight students, $5/student): Petals & Pages (Grades Pre-K to K) The Scoop on Soil (Grades K-4) Pollinator Palooza (Grades K-2 or 3-5) Ecosystems on the Edge (Grades 3-5 or 6-8) Wonders of Water (Grades 6-12) Seasonally offered from September- November and March-May. Guided Tour (All ages) Unguided Program (minimum of 10 students, $3/student): Independent Study (All ages) Outreach Programs Tuesdays through Thursdays; September through May (limit 30 students, $70/program) Can t make it to the Botanical Garden? Let us come to you! All programs meet state and national standards and involve a takehome component. For more details and outreach requests, visit the Students & Teachers page at dmbotanicalgarden.com. A Garden Exploration (Pre-K-K) Pollination Play (Grades 1-3) Tropical Terrariums (Grades 4-6) Extra $30 fee per class to cover materials. June 2: Demonstration: Understanding the Water Garden 10 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES 2018 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES

7 SPECIAL EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS Downtown Earth Day Tour Saturday, April 21, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Celebrate the sixth annual Downtown Earth Day Tour with the Botanical Garden, Iowa Rivers Revival and the Science Center of Iowa. Enjoy a short walk or bike ride between these three locations. Drop-in activities from various organizations will be offered at each location along with a selfie contest! Free admission is sponsored by The Principal Financial Group. The Mid-Century Modern Landscape Lecture and book signing by author Ethne Clarke Sunday, April 29, 2 p.m. Ethne Clarke, internationally known lecturer and author, will give a richly illustrated talk about mid-twentieth century garden design, the subject of her new book. The Mid-Century Modern Garden is a fresh guide to the period and filled with inspiration for today s home garden. Clarke will explore the origins of midcentury modern garden design, revealing how architects like Frank Lloyd Wright and Cliff May, creator of the now ubiquitous ranch house, worked with landscape architects to blur the divisions between indoors and out. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. This event is presented by the Iowa Architectural Foundation and the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. Members and Nonmembers: $15; tickets at eventbrite.com Spring Garden Festival 2018 Thursday-Sunday, May The Spring Garden Festival is the Botanical Garden s signature opportunity to celebrate gardening in Iowa. This four-day pop-up retail festival includes more than 500 limited edition varieties of plants, garden art and merchandise, plus educational sessions and family-friendly garden activities. The festival is held in the outdoor gardens as well as in the North Gallery. Seasonal cost of admission applies. For a full roster of activities and events, including tickets for the opening night party, visit dmbotanicalgarden. com/sgf18. Adult Workshops Sustainable Design Using Pollinator Friendly Plug-and- Plant Kits with Kelly Norris, Botanical Garden Director of Horticulture Friday May 11, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Understand elements of sustainable garden design through the lens of horticulture and ecology. Learn how to implement practical design techniques and how to achieve success with a pollinator friendly plug-and-plant kit. This lecture requires pre-registration but is free to attend with the purchase of a pollinator friendly plug-andplant kit, complete with plants that can landscape a 32-squarefoot area. Members and Nonmembers: Kit $120; class free with purchase of kit Mounting Staghorn Ferns with Aaron Harpold, Botanical Garden horticulturist Saturday, May 12, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mount your very own staghorn fern to take home. Learn more about these unique plants, the correct mounting technique and how to properly care for your new eye-catching houseplant. All materials are included. Members $40, Nonmembers $50 Family Workshops for ages 4-17 and an adult Carnivorous Plant Terrariums Saturday, May 12, 2-3:15 p.m. Bugs beware! Learn about the marvelous and mysterious world of carnivorous plants and how to care for them. Decorate and plant your very own terrarium of these curiously dangerous plants. Flower Crowns & Scepters Sunday, May 13, 1-2:15 p.m. Celebrate Mother s Day by learning about a variety of flowers and then creating handmade flower crowns and wands with your little prince or princess. Members $20 Youth/Adult Pair, $10 Additional Youth Nonmembers $25 Youth/Adult Pair, $15 Additional Youth Spring Luncheon Thursday, June 14 Book Signing: 11-11:30 a.m.; Luncheon and Keynote: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Homeowners often want to make changes to their landscape but have no idea where to start or what questions to ask. Bobbie Schwartz, author of Garden Renovation: Transform Your Tired Yard Into the Garden of Your Dreams, will help attendees set goals and priorities and evaluate their existing landscape before making changes, while discussing the importance of soil, light, moisture and creating cohesion between the landscape and the home. Tickets $95 /dmbotanicalgarden dmbotanicalgarden dm_garden 12 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES 2018 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES

8 AT A GLANCE AT A GLANCE Color code: Demo Special Event Summer Camp Studio Learn more and sign up for classes at dmbotanicalgarden.com April 5 Thursday 6-7:30 p.m. Green Spring Cleaning Workshop 6 Friday 7 Saturday 10-11:30 a.m. Vegetable Gardening a.m.-1 p.m. Carnivorous Plant Exploration 10 Tuesday 11 a.m.-noon Bringing Birds to Your Backyard 12 Wednesday 5:30-7 p.m. Houseplant Hike 13 Friday 14 Saturday 10-11:30 a.m. Coffee Exploration and Tasting 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Garden Tour 20 Friday 21 Saturday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Downtown Earth Day Tour Earth Day, FREE admission 24 Tuesday 5:30-7 p.m. Terrariums 25 Wednesday 5:30-7 p.m. Yoga at the Garden 26 Thursday 6-7:30 p.m. Lip Balm 27 Friday 28 Saturday 10-11:30 a.m. Last Saturday Stroll 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Start a Vegetable Seed 29 Sunday 2 p.m. The Mid-Century Modern Landscape May 3 Thursday 6-7 p.m. Selecting Roses for Your Garden 5 Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Cacti of Mexico 10 Thursday Spring Garden Festival 11 Friday Spring Garden Festival 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sustainable Design Using Pollinator Friendly Plug-and-Plant Kits 12 Saturday Spring Garden Festival 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mounting Staghorn Ferns 2-3:15 p.m. Carnivorous Plant Terrariums 13 Sunday Spring Garden Festival 1-2:15 p.m. Flower Crowns and Scepters 17 Thursday 6-7:30 p.m. Garden-Inspired Mosaics 19 Saturday 10 a.m.-noon Cyanotypes, Photograms and Non-Camera Photography 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Iowa Bonsai Association 24 Thursday 5:30-7 p.m. Terrariums 26 Saturday 10-11:30 a.m. Last Saturday Stroll 10 a.m.-noon Cyanotypes, Photograms and Non-Camera Photography 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Botanical Drawing 30 Wednesday 5:30-7 p.m. Yoga at the Garden June 1 Friday 2 Saturday 10 a.m.-noon Advanced Terrariums 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Understanding the Water Garden 3 Sunday 12:30-3:30 p.m. Mimosas and Art: Whimsical Planters 7 Thursday 6-7:30 p.m. Botanical Inks 8 Friday 9 Saturday 10 a.m.-noon Beginner Botany for Gardeners 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Garden Tour 11 Monday 1-3 p.m. Plein Air Watercolor Painting 14 Thursday 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Spring Luncheon 15 Friday 16 Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Iowa Bonsai Association 18 Monday 1-3 p.m. Plein Air Watercolor Painting 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Outdoor Explorers 21 Thursday 6-7:30 p.m. Flower Crowns 22 Friday 23 Saturday 10-11:15 a.m. Introduction to Tree Identication 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sun Prints 25 Monday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Theater Sprouts 27 Wednesday 5:30-7 p.m. Yoga at the Garden 28 Thursday 5:30-8:30 p.m. Get Dirty in the Studio: Terrariums for Two 29 Friday 30 Saturday 10-11:30 a.m. Last Saturday Stroll 14 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES 2018 SPRING EDUCATION CLASSES

9 Botanical Garden educational programming is made possible, in part, through the generosity of: Bravo Greater Des Moines Georgianne and Jack Schreiber/Ardis and Lois Peterson Endowment Fund Ethelyn Swartz Educational Fund American Family Insurance DuPont Pioneer John Deere Prairie Meadows Union Pacific U.S. Bank Wells Fargo Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden Exploring, explaining and celebrating the world of plants 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, Iowa dmbotanicalgarden.com PHOTO BY KELLY NORRIS